Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912, Ford, H. J. (Henry Justice), 1860-1941, ill · London ; New York : Longmans, Green · leaf 40
t I never could reckon the hives properly. Oneday, as I was counting the bees, I discovered that my bestbee was missing, and without losing a moment I saddleda cock and went out to look for him. I traced him as faras the shore, and knew that he had crossed the sea, andthat I must follow. When I had… … THE BEST BEE Brother, replied the man, if he is yours, takehim. And he not only gave me back my bee, but a sack 20 THE FINEST LIAR IN THE WORLD of millet seed into the bargain, because he had made useof my bee. Then I put the bag on my shoulders, tookthe saddle from the cock, and placed it on the…
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