Classic and Contemporary Poetry

EPITAPH ON CHARLES II, by JOHN WILMOT                Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: Here lies our sovereign lord the king
Last Line: Nor ever did a wise one.
Alternate Author Name(s): Rochester, 2d Earl Of
Variant Title(s): King Charles Ii;on Charles Ii
Subject(s): Charles Ii, King Of England (1630-1685); Epitaphs