Maxioms by Unknown
Shows that we build, when we should but entomb us.
Shows that we build, when we should but entomb us.
But he who stems a stream with sand,
And fetters flame with flaxen band,
Has yet a read more
But he who stems a stream with sand,
And fetters flame with flaxen band,
Has yet a harder task to prove--
By firm resolve to conquer love!
Though the power be wanting, the will deserves praise.
Though the power be wanting, the will deserves praise.
The plainer the dress, the greater luster does beauty appear.
The plainer the dress, the greater luster does beauty appear.
