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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
EN MASQUE, by IO SLOAN THERME
First Line: Behind each mask there is a story
Last Line: But tattered pride replaces.
Subject(s): Masks
First Line: Behind each mask there is a story
Last Line: But tattered pride replaces.
Subject(s): Masks
Behind each mask there is a story;
It tells of thwarted things,
Of hopes deferred, of dreams defiled,
Of hurting outward stings.
Sometimes a smile, a mirthless laugh
Conceal a broken heart;
Behind the grotesque face and painted lips
A jester plays his part.
Disguised, the bandit shoots and threatens,
Plundering for his treasure;
'Neath the domino of satin black
The dancer seeks his pleasure.
Behind each mask there is a story;
Ah! these sad and funny faces,
The smile, the shrug, the cynic's pose,
But tattered pride replaces.
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