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1820–1897

XXXIII.

Jean Ingelow

Had one marked where stole forth two From the friendly tower anew, ‘ Common folk’ he sooth had said, Making for the mountain track.

Common, common, man and maid, Clad in russet, and of kind Meet for russet. On his back A wallet bears the stalwart hind;

She, all shy, in rustic grace Steps beside her man apace, And wild roses match her face.

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