Tiber! father Tiber! To whom the Romans pray, A Roman's life, a Roman's arms, Take thou in charge this day ! ' So he spake, and speaking sheathed The good sword by his side, And with his harness on his back Plunged headlong in the tide. Lays of Ancient Rome - Page 71by Thomas Babington Macaulay Baron Macaulay - 1843 - 191 pagesFull view - About this book
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