The Modern story teller . Contents. The history of the three brothers. The history of the three sisters. The contrast. Fatal effects of delay. The nosegay. Courage inspired by friendship. And, The diverting history of John Gilpin. Embellished with engravings.

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The Modern story teller . Contents. The history of the three brothers. The history of the three sisters. The contrast. Fatal effects of delay. The nosegay. Courage inspired by friendship. And, The diverting history of John Gilpin. Embellished with engravings.