Maxioms by Oliver Goldsmith
To what happy accident is it that we owe so unexpected a visit?
To what happy accident is it that we owe so unexpected a visit?
The canvas glow'd beyond ev'n nature warm;
The pregnant quarry teem'd with human form.
The canvas glow'd beyond ev'n nature warm;
The pregnant quarry teem'd with human form.
Man seems the only growth that dwindles here.
Man seems the only growth that dwindles here.
Where wealth and freedom reign, contentment fails,
And honour sinks where commerce long prevails.
Where wealth and freedom reign, contentment fails,
And honour sinks where commerce long prevails.
O Luxury! thou curst by Heaven's decree.
O Luxury! thou curst by Heaven's decree.
