Not that I would instruct or tutor you
What is a Wifes behest, or Husbands due,
Give I this Widdow-Wife. Your early date
Of knowledge makes such Precepts slow and late.
This book is but your glass, where you shall see
What your self are, what other Wives should bee.
More verses by Henry King
- Paradox. That It Is Best For A Young Maid To Marry An Old Man
- Psalm Cl.
- Upon A Braid Of Hair In A Heart Sent By Mrs. E. H.
- Psalm Cxvii.
- To His Friends Of Christ-Church Upon The Mislike Of The Marriage Of The Arts Acted At Woodstock
