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STANZAS TO JESSY.
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2.

There is a Form on which these eyes
Have fondly gazed with such delight—
By day, that Form their joy supplies,
And Dreams restore it, through the night.


3.

There is a Voice whose tones inspire
Such softened feelings in my breast,[1]
I would not hear a Seraph Choir,
Unless that voice could join the rest.


4.

There is a Face whose Blushes tell
Affection's tale upon the cheek,
But pallid at our fond farewell,
Proclaims more love than words can speak.


    (British Museum, Eg. MSS. No. 2332) is signed "George Gordon, Lord Byron," but the words "George Gordon, Lord" are in another hand, and were probably added by Crosby. The following letter (together with a wrapper addressed, "Mr. Crosby, Stationers' Court," and sealed in red wax with Byron's arms and coronet) is attached to the poem:—

    "July 21, 1807.

    "Sir,

    "I have sent according to my promise some Stanzas for Literary Recreations. The insertion I leave to the option of the Editors. They have never appeared before. I should wish to know whether they are admitted or not, and when the work will appear, as I am desirous of a copy.

    "Etc., etc., Byron.

    "P.S.—Send your answer when convenient."]

  1. Such thrills of Rapture.—[Knight and Lacy, 1824, v. 56.]