Jack Harkaway and His Son's Escape from the Brigand's of Greece by Bracebridge Hemyng
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"I must gaze on that angelic face," said the passionate Adonis. "Why," exclaimed the lady, "since you know it so well?" "Know it!" exclaimed the gallant in surprise. "Yes." "I have never seen it." "Yet your letter praises each feature to the skies." "My letter!" He was staggered evidently. "Undoubtedly." "I sent no letter." The lady was amazed "If you sent no letter, why are you here?" she demanded. "In obedience to yours," responded the gallant. "My what?" "Your note--your ever-to-be-treasured missive," gushed the swain. |
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