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A Beauty smoother than the Ivory playne
Late by the Poxe injuriously was slayne:
Twas not the Poxe: Love shott a thousand darts,
And made those pitts for graves to bury hearts:
But since that Beauty hath regaynde her light,
Those hearts are double slayne, it shines so bright.
William Strode
William Strode (1600-1645) was an English poet and clergyman. He was educated at Oxford University and later became a member of the clergy. Strode's poetry often explored themes of love, nature, and religion. Some of his most famous works include "Aire and Angels," "Of His Mistress," and "On a Late Wounded Saint." Strode's work was admired by several of his contemporaries, including John Donne.