And the light Graces with the zone unbound.

TO HIS ATTENDANT.

BOOK I., ODE XXXVIII.

I hate the Persian’s costly pride:

The wreaths with bands of linden tied—

These, boy, delight me not;

Nor where the lingering roses bide

Seek thou for me the spot.

For me be naught but myrtle twined—

The modest myrtle, sweet to bind