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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
AD ASTRA: 56, by CHARLES WHITWORTH WYNNE
First Line: While in the mirror of thine own pure mind
Last Line: A patriot of the world by gift of grace.
Alternate Author Name(s): Cayzer, Charles
Subject(s): Hearts; Love; Passion
First Line: While in the mirror of thine own pure mind
Last Line: A patriot of the world by gift of grace.
Alternate Author Name(s): Cayzer, Charles
Subject(s): Hearts; Love; Passion
'While in the mirror of thine own pure mind,
And in the foretaste of thy perfect love,
A nobler manhood I am fain to find,
A worthier steward I am sworn to prove,
Believing that our trials are from above,
Scorning revolt as treason to the race,
A patriot of the world by gift of grace.
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