To seek a Grecian stranger’s aid, and may he see

The death of many whom he loves. And when at last

A meager peace on doubtful terms he has secured,

May he no pleasure find in kingdom or in life;

But may he fall untimely, and unburied lie

Upon some solitary strand. This, this I pray,

And with my latest breath this final wish proclaim.

Then, O my Tyrians, with a bitter hate pursue

The whole accursèd race, and send this to my shade

As welcome tribute. Let there be no amity