 With such reflections on little passages which happened long ago, we passed our time, during a cheerful and elegant meal. After dinner, his lady left the room, as did also the children. As soon as we were alone, he took me by the hand: "Well, my good...  The British Essayists;: Tatler - Page 60by Alexander Chalmers - 1808Full view - About this book
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...Meal. After Dinner, his Lady left the room, as did also the Children. As soon as we were alone, he took me by the Hand ; Well, my good Friend, says he,...never have seen all the Company that dined with you to Day again. Do not you think the good Woman of the House a little altered since you followed her... | |
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