When Newton saw an apple fall, he found ... A mode of proving that the earth turnd round In a most natural whirl, called gravitation; And thus is the sole mortal who could grapple Since Adam, with a fall or with an apple.

More from Lord Byron

• Friendship is Love without his wings!
• I've seen your stormy seas and stormy women And pity lovers rather more than seamen.
• I've seen your stormy seas and stormy women And pity lovers rather more than seamen. 'Don Juan' Canto the Sixth