The tempest now shall howl unheard by you,

While ocean smites in vain the trembling shore;

On you the blast, surcharged with rain and snow,

In Winter’s dismal nights no more shall beat;

Unfelt by you the vertic Sun may glow,

And scorch the panting earth with baneful heat:

No more the joyful maid, with sprightly strain,

Shall wake the dance to give you welcome home;

Nor hopeless Love impart undying pain,

When far from scenes of social joy you roam;