I am the womb of every holt,
I am the blaze on every hill,
I am the queen of every hive,
I am the shield for every head,
I am the tomb of every hope-
I am Eirias [ the sword]!

From Silver on the Tree
By Susan Cooper

Critics welcome.

QalmeTari Misterres of Death Nat. Norville

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