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DEDICATION.
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"The robb'd that smiles"—so Shakspeare wrote—
"Steals something from the thief." I quote
This line in hope that you will smile
Upon this little book, the while
You turn the leaves and pictures view,
Which a young skilful artist drew,
Who quite delighted with the story
Employ'd his pencil, con amore—
