Pitu Salla Monologue from Apu Ollantay: A Drama of the Time of the Incas

From Apu Ollantay: A Drama of the Time of the Incas by Clements R. (Clements Robert), Sir Markham

any · contemplative · 1:10 min

Yma Sumac, do not approach So near that gate, and so often; It might arouse the Mother’s wrath. Thy name, which is so dear to me, Will surely pass from mouth to mouth. Honour shall be shown to chosen ones, (53) Who wish to close the outer gate. Amuse thyself within the walls, And no one then can say a word. Think well what you can find within— It gives you all you can desire, Of dresses, gold, and dainty food. Thou art beloved by every one, E’en Virgins of the royal blood. The Mothers love to carry thee, They give thee kisses and caress— You they prefer to all the rest. What more could any one desire, Than always to remain with them, Destined to be servant of the Sun? In contemplating Him there’s peace.

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