II.

From shores the wide Atlantic laves,

The spirit of the ocean bears

In moans, along his western waves,

Afflicted nature's hopeless cares:

Enchanting scenes of young delight,

How chang'd since first ye rose to sight;

Since first ye rose in infant glories drest

Fresh from the wave, and rear'd your ample breast.

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