This epic poem tells the story of a magical castle, inhabited by figures who represent different aspects of indolence and sloth. Written in the style of Spenserian allegory, the poem is notable for its lush descriptions, its fanciful imagery, and its satirical wit. It also features numerous allusions to classical mythology and literature, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and intellectual milieu of the eighteenth century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.