Jorinda and Jorindel

The ring-dove sang from the willow spray,
Well-a-day! Well-a-day!
He mourn’d for the fate of his darling mate,
Well-a-day!
Tu whu! Tu whu! Tu whu!

About Coventry Patmore

English poet known for "The Angel in the House," a narrative poem celebrating married love that became a cultural touchstone.

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