You say often you wish a library; here I gif you one; for between these two lids (he meant covers) is many books in one. Read him well, and he will h… - Louisa May Alcott

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You say often you wish a library; here I gif you one; for between these two lids (he meant covers) is many books in one. Read him well, and he will help you much; for the study of character in this book will help you to read it in the world, and paint it with your pen.