Chambers's Repository of Instructing and Amusing Tracts, Volumes 1-3W. and R. Chambers, 1852 - English literature |
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... seen tugging in groups at large oars in front and rear of the raft . A commander occupies an elevated position , giving orders ; and pilots assist in pointing out the best channels . Standing on the deck of a steamer , as it pursues its ...
... seen tugging in groups at large oars in front and rear of the raft . A commander occupies an elevated position , giving orders ; and pilots assist in pointing out the best channels . Standing on the deck of a steamer , as it pursues its ...
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... seen on different parts of the coasts of England and the continent . Although the information that has come down to us concerning ancient light - houses contains much that is obscure and doubtful , there is yet sufficient truth to shew ...
... seen on different parts of the coasts of England and the continent . Although the information that has come down to us concerning ancient light - houses contains much that is obscure and doubtful , there is yet sufficient truth to shew ...
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... seen , And rule ' midst the flowers as the sovereign queen ! But oh , may she smile with less scornful an eye , Nor leave her poor lovers to languish and die ! I tell not my sorrow , my anguish , my tears— Sorrow heightens our joy ...
... seen , And rule ' midst the flowers as the sovereign queen ! But oh , may she smile with less scornful an eye , Nor leave her poor lovers to languish and die ! I tell not my sorrow , my anguish , my tears— Sorrow heightens our joy ...
Contents
THE STRUGGLE IN THE CAUCASUS NO 9 | 9 |
CURIOSITIES OF CRIMINAL LAW 10 | 10 |
A LEGEND OF GHENT 11 | 11 |
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