Young Hermes next, a close contriving god, Her brows encircled with his serpent rod ; Then plots and fair excuses fill'd her brain, The views of breaking amorous vows for gain, The price of favours, the designing arts That aim at riches in contempt of... Tales and novels - Page 9by Maria [collections] Edgeworth - 1857Full view - About this book
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