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The Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 2 (of 10), Poetry - Volume 2

Note 482 — RAPE OF THE LOCK. (continued 2)

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In allusion to Achilles's oath in Homer, Il. i.—Pope.

But by this scepter solemnly I swear Which never more green leaf or growing branch shall bear. Dryden's Trans.—Wakefield.

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