The Fairy's Command

Don't come near anybody, Fire, keep still!
Dog, don't tease the Cat, be meek.
Water, hold yourself up, show some will,
Lest your flow makes the whole room leak.

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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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