The Canterbury Tales of Chaucer: Completed in a Modern Version ...J. Cooke; and G.G. and J. Robinson, 1795 |
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Page 261 - He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.
Page 232 - If thou hast heard a word, let it die with thee; and be bold, it will not burst thee.
Page 229 - And the Lord God said, it is not good for man to be alone; I will make him an help meet, for him...
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