Author John Armstrong Of those the poet who commend, How very few there are befriend; But, while his stomach food demands, With barren bays you fill his hands; And, bread refusing to his claim, You starve him first, then give him fame. 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