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The Mocking-Bird : : by William Henry Timrod ▼ Nor did lackSweet music to the magic of the scene:The little crimson-breasted NonpareilWas there, his tiny feet scarce bending downThe silken tendril that he lighted onTo pour his love notes; and in russet coat,Most homely, like true genius bursting forthIn spite of adverse fortune, a fullContinue reading “The Mocking – Bird: William Henry Timrod : : Bird Poems : :”