Author William Cowper The astrologers did all alike presage My uncle's dying in extreme old age; One only disagreed. But he was wise, And spoke not till he heard the funeral cries. 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 Reviews Post review No reviews yet. Log in or register to post comments