Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · New York : Scribner · leaf 550
h one look from her sweet eyesWhat was the whole world worth ? Against one touch of her loving lips,The treasure of all the earth 1 The Stranger listened — a sweeter smileKindled his grave, bright eyes. Glad am 1, O King Midas,That )ou have grown so wise ! .\gain your wish is granted ; More swiftly… … Then came that voice, like music,As fresh as the morning air,•■ How is it with you, King Midas,Rich in your answered prayer ? .A.nd there, in the sunshine smiling, -Majestic as before,Ruddy and young and glorious, The Stranger stood once more. Take back your gift so terrible !No blessing, but a…
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