HOW vainly men themselves amaze
To win the palm, the oak, or bays,
And their uncessant labours see
Crown'd from some single herb or tree,
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Andrew Marvell's garden of plants is not the only garden bursting into life here, his mental garden is bursting at the seams with thoughts. His train of thought takes us on a scenic trip through topics like the ruthlessness of society, innocence, love, passion, temptation. Beautifully penned
A beautifully envisioned soliloquy in the form of an equally beautiful verse highlighting the marvels of nature in a beautiful garden. Thanks for sharing it here.
Ripe apples drop about my head! ! Thanks for sharing this poem with us.
An amazing piece of literature, where the love for mother nature and her affections are so well expressed.