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Mansfield Park

CHAPTER VI
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But, in general, I can assure you that they are all passed over, and all very ill used.

Certainly, my home at my uncle's brought me acquainted with a circle of admirals.

Of _Rears_ and _Vices_ I saw enough.

Now do not be suspecting me of a pun, I entreat." Edmund again felt grave, and only replied, "It is a noble profession." "Yes, the profession is well enough under two circumstances: if it make the fortune, and there be discretion in spending it; but, in short, it is not a favourite profession of mine.

It has never worn an amiable form to _me_." Edmund reverted to the harp, and was again very happy in the prospect of hearing her play.
The subject of improving grounds, meanwhile, was still under consideration among the others; and Mrs.Grant could not help addressing her brother, though it was calling his attention from Miss Julia Bertram.
"My dear Henry, have _you_ nothing to say?
You have been an improver yourself, and from what I hear of Everingham, it may vie with any place in England.


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