Dear? Yes.

Dear? yes, tho' mine no more,
    Even this but makes thee dearer;
And love, since hope is o'er,
    But draws thee nearer.

Change as thou wilt to me,
The same thy charm must be;
New loves may come to weave
    Their witchery o'er thee,
Yet still, tho' false, believe
    That I adore thee, yes, still adore thee.
Think'st thou that aught but death could end
A tie not falsehood's self can rend?
No, when alone, far off I die,
    No more to see, no more cares thee,
Even then, my life's last sigh
    Shall be to bless thee, yes, still to bless thee.

Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore was an Irish poet, singer, and songwriter, celebrated for his Irish Melodies, which are now considered a staple of Irish cultural heritage. Born on May 28, 1779, in Dublin, Ireland, Moore gained fame for his lyrical songs, many of which were set to traditional Irish tunes. Not only a poet, but he was also a staunch advocate of Irish nationalism, often incorporating themes of national identity and resistance into his work. Moore's influential collection 'Irish Melodies' became popular in both Ireland and Britain and helped to define the literary output of the era. He passed away on February 25, 1852, but his legacy in Irish literature and music endures.

Thomas Moore

English

Suggested Poems

Explore a curated selection of verses that share themes, styles, and emotional resonance with the poem you've just read.