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Harris, W. S. (William Shuler), 1865-

"A twentieth century allegory"

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"Indeed the world affords rich and delightful privileges to all who
will but walk in her ways," said Mr. World just as they arrived at one
of the large entrances, over which these words were written:
DEPOSITORY OF THE WORLD'S LITERATURE, WELCOME TO ALL!
As Miss Church-Member viewed the weighty pillars on each side of the
entrance, she exclaimed: "This is indeed a rare opportunity. Methinks
I could revel, with delight, forever in fields of literature. Come,
Mr. World, let us at once pass through the massive doors and learn
what we can from so great a source."
Although the literary tastes of Mr. World were not strongly developed,
yet he offered no objections to her request. He seemed willing to
suffer any inconvenience for her sake so long as she traveled on the
Broad Highway. As they were entering the building I saw that many from
the church and the world were also pushing their way into the interior
that they might get a glimpse of the inner halls, and visit the ones
that were best suited to their fancies.
Miss Church-Member was surprised when she saw the unique arrangement
of the interior. There were twenty-eight magnificent halls so
constructed that they converged toward a large central office into
which I saw Mr.


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