Fantasies, inscribed to T. Crofton Croker, Esq.
The Venetian Bracelet (1829)
Source: Translations, The Tale of Genji (1925–1933), Ch. 40: 'The Law'
Source: Tale of Genji, The Tale of Genji, trans. Arthur Waley, Ch. 40: The Law
“And when thou art weary I'll find thee a bed,
Of mosses and flowers to pillow thy head.”
Source: The Complete Poems
“The whole drama of the world is such tragedy that I am weary of the spectacle.”
“The weary Titan staggers under the too vast orb of its fate.”
Speech to the Colonial Conference, quoted in 'Mr. Chamberlain's Opening Speech', The Times (4 November 1902), p. 5.
1900s
Context: ... the expression was, "If you want our aid, call us to your Councils." Gentlemen, we do want your aid. We do require your assistance in the administration of the vast Empire which is yours as well as ours. The weary Titan staggers under the too vast orb of its fate. We have borne the burden for many years. We think it is time that our children should assist us, be very sure that we shall hasten gladly to call you to our Councils. If you are prepared at any time to take any share, any proportionate share, in the burdens of the Empire, we are prepared to meet you with any proposal for giving to you a corresponding voice in the policy of the Empire.
“Lately I'm beginning to find that I should be the one behind the wheel.”
Lyrics, Make Yourself (1999)
From his DVD, "CM Punk: Best in the World".
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