Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 686
hrough half a dozen counties, I could take youto each one, guided by memory alone. Trees may be sought for at any time of theyear. Each season gives them a beauty of itsown. I like them best in autumn, when half theirleaves have fallen, and early in the spring, whenthe buds are just beginning to… … THE OAK-TKEE. An aged oak, somewhat infirm, but probably still able to stand for someyears. This veteran is interesting on account of the many battles hehas withstood in his fight with the elements. same appearance all the year round, exceptingwhen a snowy mantle adds to them a peculiar charm.…
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