The Contrast by Royall Tyler
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Why would you take it?
CHARLOTTE Didn't Mrs. Catgut say it was the most fashionable? LETITIA But, my dear, it will never fit becomingly on you. CHARLOTTE I know that; but did you not hear Mrs. Catgut say it was fashionable? LETITIA Did you see that sweet airy cap with the white sprig? CHARLOTTE Yes, and I longed to take it; but, my dear, what could I do? Did not Mrs. Catgut say it was the most fashionable; and if I had not taken it, was not that awkward, gawky, Sally Slender, ready to purchase |
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