Bliss Carman, et al., eds. The World’s Best Poetry. 1904.
I. Disappointment in LoveAshes of Roses
Elaine Goodale Eastman (18631953)S
Bright daylight closes,
Leaving, when light doth die,
Pale hues that mingling lie,—
Ashes of roses.
Love’s brightness closes;
Eyes with hot tears are wet,
In hearts there linger yet
Ashes of roses.