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In green old gardens, hidden away From sight of revel and sound of strife, Where the bird may sing out his soul ere he die, Nor fears for the night, so he lives his day; Where the high red walls, which are growing gray With their lichen and moss embroideries, Seem sadly and sternly to shut out life, Because it is often as red as they; Where even the bee has time to glide (Gathering gayly his honey's store) Right to the heart of the old-world flowers - China-asters and purple stocks, Dahlias and tall red hollyhocks, Laburnums raining their golden showers, Columbines prim of the folded core, And lupins, and larkspurs, and "London pride"; Where the heron is waiting amongst the reeds, Grown tame in the silence that reigns around, Broken only, now and then, By shy woodpecker or noisy jay, By the far-off watch-dog's muffled bay; But where never the purposeless laughter of men, Or the seething city's murmurous sound Will float up over the river-weeds. Here may I live what life I please, Married and buried out of sight, - Married to pleasure, and buried to pain, - Hidden away amongst scenes like these, Under the fans of the chestnut trees; Living my child-life over again, With the further hope of a fallen delight, Blithe as the birds and wise as the bees. In green old gardens, hidden away From sight of revel and sound of strife, - Here have I leisure to breathe and move, And to do my work in a nobler way; To sing my songs, and to say my say; To dream my dreams, and to love my love; To hold my faith, and to live my life, Making the most of its shadowy day.

Violet Fane, the pen name of Mary Montgomerie Lamb, was a 19th-century British writer known for her poetry and novels. Her "Collected Verses" is a compilation of her poetic works that offers readers a glimpse into the Victorian literary landscape. Fane's poetry reflects the spirit of her time, exploring themes of love, nature, and the complexities of human emotion. In "Collected Verses" by Violet Fane, readers can expect a poetic journey through the romantic and often introspective landscapes of the Victorian era. Fane's verses exhibit a delicate balance of sentiment and sophistication, capturing the nuances of emotion with eloquence and grace. Whether expressing the joys of love or contemplating the mysteries of existence, her poetry resonates with a timeless quality.

First published in 1883, 'Sophy or the Adventures of a Savage' is a classic Victorian novel that tells the story of a young woman's journey from the African savannah to the cultural salons of London society. With its sharp social commentary and vivid descriptions of exotic landscapes, this novel offers a fascinating window into the attitudes and prejudices of the era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Written in the form of a poem, this Gothic tale of love and betrayal is a masterpiece of Victorian literature. Set in the eerie world of Denzil Place, where dark secrets abound and passions run deep, this book is a must-read for fans of the genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.