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For Pero Moniz, who died at sea

For Pero Moniz, who died at sea by Luis de Camoes (1524 - 80) Translated by Paul Hyland 'On earth I lived few years, and weary ones, cram-full of stubborn, wretched misery; the dark day's light deserted me so soon I never saw my quarter century. I travelled across far-off lands and seas seeking some remedy for life, some cure; but daring deeds do not bring happiness to one who, finally, has no desire. Portugal bred me in my dear and green homeland of Alenquer; but corrupt air trapped in my vessel, in this blood and bone, made me a morsel for your fish, cruel sea, breaking on barren Abyssinia so distant from my fertile native soil. '

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