Classic and Contemporary Poetry
SIR GUY'S ANSWER, by PHILIP FRENEAU Poet Analysis Poet's Biography First Line: We have reason to think there will soon be a peace Last Line: Farewell of new-york -- and away to jamaica. Subject(s): American Revolution; Carleton, Sir Guy. 1st Baron Dorchester | ||||||||
WE have reason to think there will soon be a peace, And that war with the Rebels will certainly cease; But, be that as it will, I would have you to know That as matters are changing, we soon may change too; In short, I would say, (since I have it at heart) Though the war should continue, yet we may depart. Four offers in season I therefore propose, (As much as I can do in reason, God knows) In which, though there be not too plentiful carving, There still is sufficient to keep you from starving. And, first, of the first, it would mightily charm me To see you, my children, enlist in the army, Or enter the navy, and get for your pay A farthing an hour, which is sixpence per day -- There's Hector Clackmannan, and Arthur O'Gregor And Donald Medonald shall rule you with vigour: If these do not suit you, then take your new plan, Make your peace with the rebels (march off, to a man:) There rank and distinction perhaps you may find And rise into offices fit to your mind -- But if still you object -- I advise you to take a Farewell of New-York -- and away to Jamaica. | Discover our Poem Explanations and Poet Analyses!Other Poems of Interest...SIR GUY CARLETON'S ADDESS TO THE AMERICANS by PHILIP FRENEAU THE REFUGEES' PETITION TO SIR GUY CARLETON by PHILIP FRENEAU AN ANCIENT PROPHECY by PHILIP FRENEAU BARNEY'S INVITATION by PHILIP FRENEAU ON THE DEATH OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN by PHILIP FRENEAU ON THE EMIGRATION TO AMERICA AND PEOPLING WESTERN COUNTRY by PHILIP FRENEAU ON THE MEMORABLE VICTORY OF PAUL JONES by PHILIP FRENEAU ON THE RUINS OF A COUNTRY INN by PHILIP FRENEAU THE INDIAN BURYING GROUND by PHILIP FRENEAU THE WILD HONEYSUCKLE by PHILIP FRENEAU |
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