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Baby's Own Aesop (1887)

51. The Hen and The Fox (Perry 557)

The Hen roosted high on her perch;
Hungry Fox down below, on the search,
Coaxed her hard to descend
She replied, "Most dear friend!
I feel more secure on my perch."

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