Tribute to W.E.Henley

  Tribute to W.E.Henley.

 

Out of the night which covers me

Black as the pit from pole to pole.

I thank whatever Gods there be.

For my unconquerable soul.

 

Invictus.  W.E.Henley  1849 -1903

 

A glosa

 

Out of the night that covers me.

I shall emerge into sunlight

The darkness holds no fears for me.

My goddess will preserve my sight.

 

Black as the pit from pole to pole

 but I care not why should I fear

As I step out towards my goal .

Each pace I take brings it more near.

 

I thank whatever Gods there be

who reinforce my attitude.

I know they are protecting me.

I offer them my gratitude.

 

For my unconquerable soul.

I fear no foe no enemy

I have already paid the toll

 the price which was required of me.

 

Tuesday, 29 December 2009

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