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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
THE KISS, by SARA TEASDALE Poet Analysis Poet's Biography
First Line: I hoped that he would love me
Last Line: As all the dreams I had.
Alternate Author Name(s): Filsinger, Ernest B., Mrs.
Subject(s): Kisses; Love
First Line: I hoped that he would love me
Last Line: As all the dreams I had.
Alternate Author Name(s): Filsinger, Ernest B., Mrs.
Subject(s): Kisses; Love
I hoped that he would love me,
And he has kissed my mouth,
But I am like a stricken bird
That cannot reach the south.
For tho' I know he loves me,
To-night my heart is sad;
His kiss was not so wonderful
As all the dreams I had.
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