Author William Browne Here lies a man much wronged in his hopes, Who got his wealth backwards by making of ropes It was his hard chance in his fortunes to falter, For he liv'd by the rope, and died by the halter. Tags Short Poems Rate this poem Select ratingGive it 1/5Give it 2/5Give it 3/5Give it 4/5Give it 5/5 No votes yet Rate Log in or register to post comments