Thou hast heard of her incomparable charms, and verily the ear may love before the eye.” ”It may,” admitted Horace, "but neither of my ears is the least in love at present. (F. Anstey)

Thou hast heard of her incomparable charms, and verily the ear may love before the eye.” ”It may,” admitted Horace, "but neither of my ears is the least in love at present.

F. Anstey

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