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“I have written a wicked book, and feel spotless as the lamb. Ineffable socialities are in me. I would sit down and dine with you and all the gods in old Romes Pantheon. It is a strange feelingno hopefulness is in it, no despair. Contentthat is it; and irresponsibility; but without licentious inclination.”
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Swift language flutters the lips
Of the Polish airgirl in the corner seat.”
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