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- Emily Dickinson

Tie the Strings to my Life, My Lord,

Then, I am ready to go!

Just a look at the Horses --

Rapid! That will do!

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The day of one's wedding.

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Richard Barnum

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Richard Barnum

1866–1930AmericanChildren's LiteratureEarly 20th Century

Richard Barnum was an American children's author best known for the 'Kneetime Animal Stories' series, a beloved collection of early 20th-century tales featuring friendly talking animals. His most popular title, 'Tum Tum, the Jolly Elephant' (1915), follows a cheerful circus elephant through a series of adventures.