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Page 7
There seemed plenty of lions in the path of such a Pilgrim's Progress; and yet
here we are, resolved on the attempt, in the hope that, as Christian dropped his
burden by the way, a little travelling will jolt off the load that encumbers the broad
...
There seemed plenty of lions in the path of such a Pilgrim's Progress; and yet
here we are, resolved on the attempt, in the hope that, as Christian dropped his
burden by the way, a little travelling will jolt off the load that encumbers the broad
...
Page 11
I did hope the policy would be voided by going abroad, which would have put a
spoke in our tour; but, unluckily, it gives me latitude to travel all over Europe. But
whether on an English road, or a foreign one, for it will never be in my bed, is all ...
I did hope the policy would be voided by going abroad, which would have put a
spoke in our tour; but, unluckily, it gives me latitude to travel all over Europe. But
whether on an English road, or a foreign one, for it will never be in my bed, is all ...
Page 15
“I do hope that box is insured l'” “Good heavens !” exclaimed my aunt, “is there
any danger? We have not insured anything!” “Because,” exclaimed the doctor, “if
your nephew is any better than a George Barnwell in disguise, he will take the
first ...
“I do hope that box is insured l'” “Good heavens !” exclaimed my aunt, “is there
any danger? We have not insured anything!” “Because,” exclaimed the doctor, “if
your nephew is any better than a George Barnwell in disguise, he will take the
first ...
Page 30
And for the sake of peace, and to save bloodshed, I devoutly hope it may be
settled in some such way. But fatigue compels me to close. Pray distribute my
kindest regards amongst all friends, and accept my love from, dear Margaret,
Your ...
And for the sake of peace, and to save bloodshed, I devoutly hope it may be
settled in some such way. But fatigue compels me to close. Pray distribute my
kindest regards amongst all friends, and accept my love from, dear Margaret,
Your ...
Page 42
As for black clothes, being professional wear, you would be at no cost, I trust, on
that score, but I do hope you have not added to trouble by acting on my last will.
But you were never hasty in law matters. No doubt it was my bounden duty to let ...
As for black clothes, being professional wear, you would be at no cost, I trust, on
that score, but I do hope you have not added to trouble by acting on my last will.
But you were never hasty in law matters. No doubt it was my bounden duty to let ...
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| Title | The Works of Thomas hood |
| Author | Thomas Hood |
| Published | 1861 |
| Original from | the University of Michigan |
| Digitized | 23 Nov 2005 |
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