by Ann Taylor (1782 - 1866)

Language: English 
Poor harmless insect, thither fly,
   And life’s short hour enjoy;
’Tis all thou hast, and why should I
   That little all destroy.

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Then flutter still thy silken wings,
   In rich embroid'ry drest;
And sport upon the gale that flings
   Sweet odours from his breast.

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Text Authorship:

  • by Ann Taylor (1782 - 1866), "To a Butterfly, on Giving it Liberty"

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