Fairy Land III
July 6, 2023Dirge of the Three Queens
July 6, 2023Fairy Land II
YOU spotted snakes with double tongue,
Thorny hedgehogs, be not seen;
Newts and blind-worms, do no wrong;
Come not near our fairy queen.
Philomel, with melody,
Sing in our sweet lullaby;
Lulla, lulla, lullaby; lulla, lulla, lullaby!
Never harm,
Nor spell nor charm,
Come our lovely lady nigh;
So, good night, with lullaby.
Weaving spiders, come not here;
Hence, you long-legg’d spinners, hence!
Beetles black, approach not near;
Worm nor snail, do no offence.
Philomel, with melody,
Sing in our sweet lullaby;
Lulla, lulla, lullaby; lulla, lulla, lullaby!
Never harm,
Nor spell nor charm,
Come our lovely lady nigh;
So, good night, with lullaby.
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is considered one of the greatest playwrights in history. He wrote numerous plays, including tragedies, comedies, and historical plays, such as "Hamlet," "Romeo and Juliet," and "Macbeth." His works have been translated into every major language, and his influence can be seen in literature, theater, and film around the world.