Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 160
ly refusing to commit him-self further. I see clearly. Well then ? said the Caliph, expectantly,looking at Selim. Well then ? said Selim, dubiously, lookingat the Caliph, and edging toward the door. Pshaw ! Thou dolt! Dost thou not seethat if this world be indeed round like thisorange, a man may… … TELL ME, YE IGNORAMUSES, SAID THE CALIPH, IS THE WORLD ROUND OR FLAT ? The Caliph sat sullenly upon the divan, play-ing with an orange. Suddenly he gave a start,and an immense white smile illuminated hisswarthy features. Selim! he called, lookhere, my boy! If this world be indeed round,as this…
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