When the Astronomer stops seeking
For his Pleiad’s Face —
When the lone British Lady
Forsakes the Arctic Race
When to his Covenant Needle
The Sailor doubting turns —
It will be amply early
To ask what treason means.
(Emily Dickinson)
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