Classic Poem

Come Venus, Cnidian-Paphian queen,
Leave Cyprus for a while,
And haste where Glycera may be seen
Invoking thee with incense, e'en
To win thy smile.

Bring Cupid and the Graces three
To fan thy fires,
Ungirdled Nymphs, and Mercury—
And buoyant Youth that, without thee,
No maid desires.