Turgot's Lament

(after Purcell)

Thy will, oh False One, has betrayed me.


My power revoked at thy behest.


More I would, but cannot save thee


From thy cruel extravagance.


"When I am laid in earth


May my words create


Desolation in thy breast.


Forget me, ah! while I enjoy thy fate.

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