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William Cartwright

Tell me not of joy: there's none Now my little sparrow's gone He, just as you, Would toy and woo, He would chirp and flatter me, He would hang the wing awhile, Till at length he saw me smile, Lord! how sullen he would be!

William Cartwright

Smile

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The speaker feels no happiness now that their little sparrow is gone, remembering how the bird used to playfully seek attention and try to make them smile. The sparrow's changing moods, from charming to sulky, were closely tied to the speaker's reactions, showing a lively and personal connection.

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