Song of Thyrsis by Philip Freneau
THE turtle on yon withered bough, That lately mourned her murdered mate, Has found another comrade now-- Such changes all await! Again her drooping plume is drest, Again she's willing to be blest And takes her lover to her nest. If nature has decreed it so With all above, and all below, Let us like them forget our woe, And not be killed with sorrow.
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"THE turtle on yon withered bough,..."
"Song of Thyrsis" by Philip Freneau is a sad and love english poem consisting of 16 lines. This English poem by Philip Freneau demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "THE turtle on yon withered bough, That lately mourned her murdered mate,...", this piece explores themes of sad and love through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Philip Freneau'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.