Rariora; being notes of some of the printed books, manuscripts, historical documents, medals, engravings, pottery, etc., collected (1858-1900) (1902)
Hodgkin, John Eliot · London : S. Low, Marston & Co., ltd. · leaf 212
eand as soon as the door is opened bounds joyfully out to meet his master. But the sight of his blood-stained muzzle infuriates the hermit; he reasons not, but strikes the dog even to the death. Entering thehouse he finds the dead serpent and unharmed babe, and is stricken with deep repentance and… … The Old Merchant, his Bride and the Housebreaker. An old merchant takes to himself a young and lovely wife, who alas ! does not return his affection, butkeeps her distance at bed and board. On a night comes a thief into their dwelling and is heard bythe light-sleeping bride. Moved by overwhelming…
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