Fable XXV.
A Swan and a Stork.
A Stork that was present at the song of a dying Swan, told her, it was contrary to nature to sing so much out of season; and asked her the reason of it. Why, says the Swan, I am now entering into a state where I shall be no longer in danger of either snares, guns, or hunger; and who would not joy at such a deliverance?
Morals.
Death is a certain relief from all the difficulties, pains, and hazards of life.
This life’s a scene of bustle, care, and noise,
Of certain trouble, and uncertain joys,