by Thomas Flatman (1637 - 1688)
Language: English
Not with an Helmet or a glitt'ring Spear Does he appear; He boasts no Trophies of a cruel Conqueror, Brought back in triumph from a bloody War, But with an Olive branch adorn'd As once the long expected Dove return'd.
Composition:
- Set to music by Henry Purcell (1658/9 - 1695), no title, Z. 326 no. 4 (1684), from Welcome Song for Charles II, no. 4
Text Authorship:
- by Thomas Flatman (1637 - 1688)
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This text was added to the website: 2012-04-02
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Word count: 40