They'd keep the dog alive another night.

Of embryo asses I've a pretty store,

Who crave a flaying in a twelvemonth more;

Subjects of every colour and complexion,

Contending for the honour of dissection;

While some there are, who, blest in their condition,

Would waive the honours of my exhibition.

As bashful Bishops, at an ordination,

Cry "Nolo," to the gentle invitation:

And some, the only merit of whose life