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To a Stranger Who Has Died -

To a stranger who has died - Money is nontransferable; That the Egyptians tried - The kings - they're unconsolable But I know some things that follow: A reputation that's admirable; Fame - too - worth much in gold As well as a pretty caricature. Others will take their talents And I - by history’s sieve - Will take - cheating prognosis - My poems with me when I leave.

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