And streams are clear, and winds low-whispering.
The pike bite free when fall
The autumn leaves before the north-wind’s breath,
And tench in June, but there are all—
There are all seasons for the gudgeon’s death.
The trout his ambush keeps
Crafty and strong, in Pangbourne’s eddying pools,
And patient still in Marlow deeps
For the shy barbel wait expectant fools.
Many the perch but small