Sung of Clarissa
Why is there healing in her love? Her mind is clear as streams that flow Down rock-steps to a vale below, Bearing on spray the Sun's bright bow. And singing as they move.
Anna Wickham
Why is there healing in her love? Her mind is clear as streams that flow Down rock-steps to a vale below, Bearing on spray the Sun's bright bow. And singing as they move.
Anna Wickham’s speaker wonders what makes Clarissa’s love so healing. Instead of giving a direct answer, the poem turns to a natural image. Clarissa’s mind is clear as streams that flow down rock steps into a valley below.
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