English poem
My first ’s a very common thing
by Carolyn Wells (1862–1942)
My first ’s a very common thing,— It has been worn by cat and king; Part of my lady’s fine attire, The soldier’s pride, the tramp’s desire.
My second, with a vacant stare, Jaunty red cap and curling hair, Once at a gay and festive scene, Captured a bright and smiling queen. My whole is very often used To hit a beast that ’s much abused.
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