Life is but the spirit's prison, Where its wings are furl'd, Stretching to their flight in vain, - Seeking that eternal home Which is in a world to come. (Letitia Elizabeth Landon)

Life is but the spirit's prison, Where its wings are furl'd, Stretching to their flight in vain, - Seeking that eternal home Which is in a world to come.

Letitia Elizabeth Landon

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