English poem
THE PEN AND THE ALBUM.
by William Makepeace Thackeray (1811–1863)
"I am Miss Catherine's book," the album speaks; "I've lain among your tomes these many weeks; I'm tired of their old coats and yellow cheeks.
"Quick, Pen! and write a line with a good grace: Come! draw me off a funny little face; And, prithee, send me back to Chesham Place."