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James Shirley. 1596-1666

The glories of our blood and state

Are shadows, not substantial things;

There is no armour against fate;

Death lays his icy hands on kings.

Contention of Ajax and Ulysses. Sc. 3.

Only the actions of the just[209:2]

Smell sweet and blossom in the dust.[209:3]

Contention of Ajax and Ulysses. Sc. 3.

Death calls ye to the crowd of common men.

Cupid and Death.