The Anglican Friar, and the Fish which he Took by Hook and by Crook / A Comic Legend

by active 19th century Novice

And most anxiously waits the return of her lord.

Mr. Reynard had two or three visits to pay,

So he made an excuse from the party to stray.

Truly generous friends, those of his may be thought,

Did we judge from the geese, fowls, and ducks that he brought.

Still he feels much annoyed that he so long has tarried,

And lays all the fault on the birds that he carried.

They are seated at last; and like smoke disappear

They are seated at last; and like smoke disappear