Not all thy magic can efface!

Hearts by unkindness wrung may learn

The world and all its gifts to spurn;

Time may steal on with silent tread,

And dry the tear that mourns the dead,

May change fond love, subdue regret,

And teach e’en vengeance to forget:

But thou, Remorse! there is no charm

Thy sting, avenger, to disarm!

Vain are bright suns and laughing skies