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FAB. XIX. The Hunted Beaver.
The hunted Beaver knowing what sweet Prise,Woud make him to the dogs a sacrifise,
Bites of the prey, and ends the eager strife,
And with the loss of treasure bailes his life.
Morall
Who woud not part with momentary Toys,To purchass to themselves eternall joys.
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