Chapter 1665 of 1964 · 58 words · ~1 min read

XXXVI.

He also had a quality uncommon To early risers after a long chase, Who wake in winter ere the cock can summon December's drowsy day to his dull race,-- A quality agreeable to Woman, When her soft, liquid words run on apace, Who likes a listener, whether Saint or Sinner,-- He did not fall asleep just after dinner;