An Epitaph Poem Rhyme Scheme and Analysis
Rhyme Scheme: ABAB CDCD| Like thee I once have stemm'd the sea of life | A |
| Like thee have languish'd after empty joys | B |
| Like thee have labour'd in the stormy strife | A |
| Been grieved for trifles and amused with toys | B |
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| Forget my frailties thou art also frail | C |
| Forgive my lapses for thyself may'st fall | D |
| Nor read unmoved my artless tender tale | C |
| I was a friend O man to thee to all | D |
James Beattie
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