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I that in heill wes and gladnes Am trublit now wit — William Dumbar

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Our plesance here is all vain glory, This false wo
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I that in heill wes and gladnes Am trublit now with gret seiknes And feblit with infermite: Timor Mortis conturbat me. 1

 

Lament for the Makaris 2 [c. 1508], refrain

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William Dumbar

1922-05-09 — 2014-11-04 · Atibaia

William Dumbar is a poet whose work is recognized for its thematic depth and formal mastery. His poetry explores the relationship of human beings with the universe, nature, and existence itself, in a language rich in symbolism and evocative imagery. His poetic compositions frequently address the passage of time, the ephemerality of life, the search for transcendence, and the contemplation of the world's beauty. Through careful writing and refined sensibility, Dumbar manages to touch the most intimate chords of the human soul, offering universal reflections on the human condition.

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