My candle burns at both ends;
It will not last the night;
But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends ­
It gives a lovely light!

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Poet: Edna St. Vincent Millay (Edna St. Vincent Millay Art)
Poem: 1. First Fig
Volume: A Few Figs From Thistles
Year: Published/Written in 1921
Poem of the Day: Jul 17 2000

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