The face of the clock winks its eye,
And smiles genially and wide.
The door opens, releasing the Hours,
Who laugh and dance, side by side.
And smiles genially and wide.
The door opens, releasing the Hours,
Who laugh and dance, side by side.
Victorian English poet known for his lyrical verse, classical themes, and controversial subject matter. A major figure of the Aesthetic movement.
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