The village smithy stands ; The smith, a mighty man is he, With large and sinewy hands ; And the muscles of his brawny arms Are strong as iron bands. His hair is crisp, and black, and long, His face is like the tan ; His brow is wet with honest sweat,... The Living Authors of America: 1st ser - Page 159by Thomas Powell - 1850 - 365 pagesFull view - About this book
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...chestnut tree The village smithy stands ; The smith, a mighty man is he, With large and sinewy hands; And the muscles of his brawny arms Are strong as iron...whole world in the face, For he owes not any man. Week hi, week out, from morn till night, You can hear his bellows blow ; You can hear him swing his... | |
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