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23. The Oak and The Reed (Perry 70)

Giant Oak, in his strength and his scorn
Of the winds, by the roots was uptorn:
But slim Reeds at his side,
The fierce gale did outride,
Since, by bending, the burden was borne.

BEND, NOT BREAK

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