McGuffey's Sixth Eclectic ReaderSince 1836, children have been delighted by these volumes filled with exotic adventures, exciting stories, beautiful poems, and funny fables. The Sixth Eclectic Reader includes selections from Patrick Henry, Sir Walter Scott, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and William Shakespeare. |
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Page 52
... leaves slowly is creeping , While stars up above , with their glittering eyes , Keep guard ; for the army is sleeping . 3. O ... leave behind us Footprints on the sands of time . 3. Cast your eyes over this extensive country . Observe 52 ...
... leaves slowly is creeping , While stars up above , with their glittering eyes , Keep guard ; for the army is sleeping . 3. O ... leave behind us Footprints on the sands of time . 3. Cast your eyes over this extensive country . Observe 52 ...
Page 217
... leave my second son , Andrew , " said the expiring miser , " my whole estate , and desire him to be frugal . " Andrew , in a sorrowful tone ( as is usual on such occa- sions ) , prayed heaven to prolong his life and health to enjoy it ...
... leave my second son , Andrew , " said the expiring miser , " my whole estate , and desire him to be frugal . " Andrew , in a sorrowful tone ( as is usual on such occa- sions ) , prayed heaven to prolong his life and health to enjoy it ...
Page 271
... leave the casket in my hands ? Why does he accuse me of treachery ? Have I broken my word , and has he kept his ? " 66 Young man , " said the cadi to the Banian , " have you witnesses to prove that Ali deceived you ? If not , I shall ...
... leave the casket in my hands ? Why does he accuse me of treachery ? Have I broken my word , and has he kept his ? " 66 Young man , " said the cadi to the Banian , " have you witnesses to prove that Ali deceived you ? If not , I shall ...
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