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The Sea.

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Sad is the lonely sea -      So vast, and smooth, and grey     It stretches far from me.     Sad is the lonely sea!     Its cheerful colours flee      Before the fading day.     Sad is the lonely sea      So vast, and smooth, and grey!

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"Sad is the lonely sea - ..."

This evocative piece by Paul Bewsher, titled "The Sea.", represents a masterful exploration of classic. The lines capture a profound emotional resonance... ### Why We Love This Line At Linespedia, we believe that poetry is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul...

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