The Soul's distinct connection
The Soul’s distinct connection
With immortality
Is best disclosed by Danger
Or quick Calamity
As Lightning on a Landscape
Exhibits Sheets of Place
Not yet suspected but for Flash
And Click and Suddenness.





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