Blessed Among Women –To The Signora Cairoli
July 5, 2023A New Year’s Message To Joseph Mazzini
July 5, 2023Before Sunset
Love’s twilight wanes in heaven above,
On earth ere twilight reigns:
Ere fear may feel the chill thereof,
Love’s twilight wanes.
Ere yet the insatiate heart complains
‘Too much, and scarce enough,’
The lip so late athirst refrains.
Soft on the neck of either dove
Love’s hands let slip the reins:
And while we look for light of love
Love’s twilight wanes.
Algernon Charles Swinburne
Algernon Charles Swinburne (1837-1909) was a British poet, playwright, and critic, known for his innovative use of rhythm and meter in his poetry. Some of his notable works include "Atalanta in Calydon," "Poems and Ballads," and "Songs Before Sunrise."