The Dog And His Master by Anne Kingsmill Finch — Deep Poetry Lines
NO better Dog e'er kept his Master's Door Than honest Snarl, who spar'd nor Rich nor Poor; But gave the Alarm, when any one drew nigh, Nor let pretended Friends pass fearless by: For which reprov'd, as better Fed than Taught, He rightly thus expostulates the Fault. To keep the House from Rascals was my Charge; The Task was great, and the Commission large. Nor did your Worship e'er declare your Mind, That to the begging Crew it was confin'd; Who shrink an Arm, or prop an able Knee,
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"NO better Dog e'er kept his Master's Door..."
"The Dog And His Master" by Anne Kingsmill Finch is a deep and spiritual english poem consisting of 30 lines. This English poem by Anne Kingsmill Finch demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "NO better Dog e'er kept his Master's Door Than honest Snarl, who spar'd nor Rich nor Poor;...", this piece explores themes of deep and spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Anne Kingsmill Finch'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.