Duty

Give gladly, you rich--'tis no more than you owe--
For the weal of your Country, your wealth's overflow!
Even I that am poor am performing my part;
I am giving my brain, I am giving my heart.

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English poet and critic. Known for his traditional verse and engagement with literary and social issues of his time.

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