Author: James Joyce
Love came to us in time gone by When one at twilight shyly played And one in fear was standing nigh -- For Love at first is all afraid. We were grave lovers. Love is past That had his sweet hours many a one; Welcome to us now at the last The ways that we shall go upon.
Type of Poem: Lyric Poem
Date Written: 1907-01-01
Date Published: 1907-05-01
Language: English
Keywords: Love, Fear, Past, Twilight, Lovers
Source: Chamber Music
Publisher: Elkin Mathews
Rights/Permissions: Public Domain
Comments/Notes: A reflective poem on the passage of love from its initial timidity to its culmination, embracing the journey that lies ahead for the lovers.
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