Author Bacchylides Gold, nor purple tapestry: But a well-disposéd mind; But a gentle muse, and kind; But bright wine to glad our souls, Mantling in Boeotian bowls. 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