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On the Birth of His Son
- 洗儿戏作
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Arthur Waley
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Posted:
7 March 2010
Families, when a child is born Want it to be intelligent. I, through intelligence, Having wrecked my whole life, Only hope the baby will prove Ignorant and stupid. Then he will crown a tranquil life By becoming a Cabinet Minister.
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