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The Building of the Ship.




“ Build me straight, O worthy Master!Stanch and strong, a goodly vessel,That shall laugh at all disaster,And with wave and whirlwind wrestle! ”
The merchant's wordDelighted the Master heard;For his heart was in his work, and the heartGiveth grace unto every Art.