London, 1802
London, 1802
by William Wordsworth

London, 1802 Quotes

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Patriotism Quotes

altar, sword, and pen, Fireside, the heroic wealth of hall and bower Have forfeited their ancient English dower Of inward happiness. (3-6)

Admiration Quotes

Milton! Thou should'st be living at this hour: England hath need of thee (1-2)

Morality and Ethics Quotes

England hath need of thee: she is a fen Of stagnant waters (1-2)

Tradition and Customs Quotes

altar, sword, and pen, Fireside, the heroic wealth of hall and bower Have forfeited their ancient English dower Of inward happiness. (3-6)

Literature and Writing Quotes

altar, sword, and pen, Fireside, the heroic wealth of hall and bower Have forfeited their ancient English dower Of inward happiness. (3-6)