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Charles Sorley

British poet (1895–1915)

3 pieces

Lived: 1895–1915
Born: Aberdeen
Died: Hulluch
Nationality: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Known as: captain, poet, military personnel, writer
Era: 20th century

Works (3)

And we run because we like it Through the broad bright land.

Wisdom

We swing ungirded hips, And lightened are our eyes. The rain is on our lips, We do not run for prize.

Wisdom

We have the evil spirits too That shake our soul with battle-din. But we have an eviller spirit than you, We have a dumb spirit within: The exceeding bitter agony But not the exceeding bitter cry.

God & Faith

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