Walking the Streets of London (1716) [ Concepts / Places ]
… disease; While softer chairs the tawdry load convey To court, to White’s, assemblies, or the play,— Rosy-complexioned Health thy steps attends, And exercise thy lasting youth defends. Imprudent men Heaven’s choicest gifts profane; Thus … disease; While softer chairs the tawdry load convey To court, to White’s, assemblies, or the play,— Rosy-complexioned Health thy steps attends, And exercise thy lasting youth defends." … Streets … Dress … Text taken from John Gay, Trivia: …
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