Thomas Wyati(I503–1542)
My Galley
My galley charged with forgetfulnesslauded
Thorough sharp seas in winter nights doth passthrough
'Tween rock and rock; and eke mine enemy, alas,also
That is my lord, steereth with cruelness;
And every oar a thought in readiness,
As though that death were light in such a case.
An endless wind doth tear the sail apace
Of forced sighs and trusty fearfulness.
A rain of tears, a cloud of dark disdain,
Hath done the wearied cords great hinderance;
Wreathed with error and eke with ignorance.
The stars ' be hid that led me to this pain;
Drowned is reason that should me consort,accampuny
And I remain despairing of the port.