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“I like the lad who, when his father thought To clip his morning nap by hackneyed phrase Of vagrant worm by early songster caught, Cried, "Served him right! it's not at all surprising; The worm was punished, sir, for early rising!”

Quote by John Godfrey Saxe

Book:The Poems: Complete in One Volume

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The Poems: Complete in One Volume

This book is a compilation of various poems, encompassing a wide range of styles and themes, presented together in a single volume for readers to explore and appreciate. more

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John Godfrey Saxe

John Godfrey Saxe was a British poet, born on June 2, 1816, and died on March 31, 1887. His poetry works were extensive and diverse, beloved by readers. more

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