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A Poem Upon The Death Of O.C. by Andrew Marvell — Sad Poetry Lines

By Andrew Marvell

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That Providence which had so long the care Of Cromwell's head, and numbred ev'ry hair, Now in its self (the Glass where all appears) Had seen the period of his golden Years: And thenceforth onely did attend to trace, What death might least so sair a Life deface. The People, which what most they fear esteem, Death when more horrid so more noble deem; And blame the last Act, like Spectators vain, Unless the Prince whom they applaud be slain. Nor Fate indeed can well refuse that right To those that liv'd in War, to dye in Fight.

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"A Poem Upon The Death Of O.C." by Andrew Marvell is a sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual and romantic english poem consisting of 326 lines. This English poem by Andrew Marvell demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "That Providence which had so long the care Of Cromwell's head, and numbred ev'ry hair,...", this piece explores themes of sad and love and deep and nature and inspirational and spiritual and romantic through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Andrew Marvell's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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Andrew Marvell (1621–1678) was an English metaphysical poet and politician. His poem "To His Coy Mistress" is one of the most famous carpe diem poems in English, and his "The Garden" and "Bermudas" explore nature, time, and divine providence.

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