Andersen, H. C. (Hans Christian), 1805-1875 · London : G. Bell · leaf 63
also by far the better half. The Ducklingthought it was possible to be of a different opinion, but thatthe Hen would not allow. Can you lay eggs ? asked she. No. Well, then, hold your tongue. And the Cat said, Can you set up your back ? can youpurr? No. Well, then, you should have no opinion when… … THE UGLY DUCKLING. Page 22. THE NEW . ORK L1C LIBRARY ASTOR, LENOX ANDTILDEN FOUNDATION*. o THE UGLY DUCKLING. 23 strong desire to swim again, that he could not help telling itto the Hen. What ails you ? said the Hen. u You have nothing tado, and therefore brood over these fancies ; either lay…
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