In the deep windings of the grove, no more
The hag obscene, and the grisly phantom dwell;
Nor in the fall of mountain-stream, or roar
Of winds is heard the angry spirit's yell.

James Beattie

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Disenchanted world Modern life

Author

James Beattie

Source

The Minstrel

Medium

Poem

Language

English

Time

1774 1770s 18th century

Era

Age of Enlightenment

Occupation

Poet Philosopher Writer

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United Kingdom Europe

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Citation

Beattie, James. The Minstrel; Or, The Progress of Genius. A Poem. London: E. & C. Dilly, 1774, bk. 2, st. 47.

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