A Tale of Two Sisters
On Two Sisters
Delve into the captivating world of "On Two Sisters," a poem that beautifully contrasts the virtues and appearances of two siblings. Experience the delicate balance between inner grace and outer beauty.
Young Dora's gentle, pure and kind,
With lofty, clear and polish'd mind:
But Dora, rich in mental grace,
Alas! is somewhat poor in face;
Pity her noble soul don't warm,
A Grecian statue's perfect form!
But, Anne, in thee all charms combine;
Each gift of beauty, sweet, is thine!
Thy form surpasses e'en desire;
Thine eyes are rolling orbs of fire!
Enchanting, perfect, is the whole--
Pity the statue wants a soul!
by F.M. Reynolds
(from "The Keepsake"- London, 1829)
