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“And they brought an Owl, and a useful Cart, And a pound of Rice, and a CranberryTart, And a hive of silvery Bees. And they brought a Pig, and some green Jack-daws, And a lovely Monkey with lollipop paws, and forty Bottles of Ring-Bo-Ree, And no end of Stilton Cheese.”

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Edward Lear, a British artist known for his unique illustrations and poetry, was born on May 12, 1812, and died on January 29, 1888. He is renowned for his detailed depictions of animals and landscapes, which were beloved by both children and adults. more

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