1685
The butterfly obtains
But little sympathy
Though favorably mentioned
In Entomology—
Because he travels freely
And wears a proper coat
The circumspect are certain
That he is dissolute—
Had he the homely scutcheon
Of modest Industry
’Twere fitter certifying
For Immortality—
2.3k
1685
The butterfly obtains
But little sympathy
Though favorably mentioned
In Entomology—
Because he travels freely
And wears a proper coat
The circumspect are certain
That he is dissolute—
Had he the homely scutcheon
Of modest Industry
’Twere fitter certifying
For Immortality—
1830 - 1886/Female/American