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1820–1897

XXII.

Jean Ingelow

Soh! A pillar misty and grey, ‘ T is the white-witch in the way. Shall man deal with her and gain? I trow not. Albeit the twain

Costly gear and gems and gold Freely offer, she will hold Sleep and token for the pay She did get for greatening day.

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