Phillis Wheatley
In every human Beast, God has implanted a Principle, which we call Love of Freedom; it is impatient of Oppression, and pants for Deliverance.Collection: Principles
The world is a severe schoolmaster, for its frowns are less dangerous than its smiles and flatteries, and it is a difficult task to keep in the path of wisdom.Collection: Black History
Remember, Christians, Negroes, black as Cain, /May be refin'd and join th' angelic train.Collection: Christian
Since my return to America my Master, has at the desire of my friends in England given me my freedom.Collection: America
Thou didst, in strains of eloquence refin'd, Inflame the soul, and captivate the mind.Collection: Soul
Proceed, great chief, with virtue on thy sideThy every action let the goddess guide.Collection: Revolution
May be refined, and join the angelic train.Collection: May