The pleasures, objects, and advantages of cycling : with numerous illustrations (1887)
Wilson, A. J., Cyclist · London : Iliffe & Son · leaf 93
he changeless fare upon which I am led Makes me long for a slight relief. 68 THE PLEASURES OF CYCLING. Oh ! men, with sweethearts dear ! Oh ! men, who look at the race !You lean on the rails, and applaud the heats That are done at the fastest pace.Tread ! tread ! tread ! Though the sinews are… … On bicycles like my own, Because of identical make,And we have the hardest, swiftest rides That flesh and blood can take. Tread ! tread ! tread ! My treading never flags ;And whats the reward ?—an occasional win, And a challenge to do my dags,That shattered machine and this tattoed scar- A…
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