But thy matter was no better,
Nor thy presence here no sweter, 5
To flye I can the thanke.[683]
Here is a matter worthy glosynge,
Of Gammer Gurton nedle losynge,
And a foule peece of warke!
A man I thyncke myght make a playe, 10
And nede no worde to this they saye,
Being but halfe a clarke.
Softe, let me alone! I will take the charge