Leaves of Grass (1891-92)


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THE DEAD EMPEROR.

To-day, with bending head and eyes, thou, too, Columbia,
Less for the mighty crown laid low in sorrow—less for the
         Emperor,
Thy true condolence breathest, sendest out o'er many a salt sea
         mile,
Mourning a good old man—a faithful shepherd, patriot.
Publish'd March 10, 1888.
 
 
 
 
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