THE ARGUMENT

In two parts Troy’s host parted; Thetis’ son

One to Scamander, one to Ilion,

Pursues. Twelve lords he takes alive, to end

In sacrifice for vengeance to his friend.

Asteropæus dies by his fierce hand,

And, Priam’s son, Lycaon. Over land

The Flood breaks where Achilles being engag’d,

Vulcan preserves him, and with spirit enrag’d

Sets all the champain and the floods on fire.

Contention then doth all the Gods inspire.

Apollo in Agenor’s shape doth stay

Achilles’ fury, and, by giving way,

Makes him pursue, till the deceit gives leave

That Troy in safety might her friends receive.

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