II.

In the first trials which are made for fame,

Those to whom fate success denies,

If taking council from their shame,

They modestly retreat are wise;

But why should you, who still succeed,

Whether with graceful art you lead

The fiery barb, or with a graceful motion tread

In shining balls where all agree

To give the highest praise to thee?

Such harmony in every motion's sound,

As art could ne'er express by any sound.

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