John Bartlett (1820–1905). Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. 1919.
Mary Howitt 1804-1888 John Bartlett
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| Old England is our home, and Englishmen are we; Our tongue is known in every clime, our flag in every sea. |
| Old England is our Home. |
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| “Will you walk into my parlour?” said a spider to a fly; “’T is the prettiest little parlour that ever you did spy.” |
| The Spider and the Fly. |
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| The wild sea roars and lashes the granite cliffs below, And round the misty islets the loud strong tempests blow. |
| The Sea-Fowler. |
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| Yes, in the poor man’s garden grow Far more than herbs and flowers— Kind thoughts, contentment, peace of mind, And joy for weary hours. |
| The poor Man’s Garden. |