The Lily

The modest Rose puts forth a thorn,
The humble sheep a threat'ning horn:
While the Lily white shall in love delight,
Nor a thorn nor a threat stain her beauty bright.

About Robert Browning

English poet and playwright best known for his dramatic monologues. Married to fellow poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning.

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