The Compleat ^Angler 



now we are at it, we'll turn into it, and refresh ourselves with a cup 

 of drink, and a little rest. 



Pise. Most gladly, sir, and we'll drink a civil cup to all the 

 otter-hunters that are to meet you to-morrow. 



VEN. That we will, sir, and to all the lovers of angling, of which 

 number I am now willing to be one myself : for, by the help of your 

 good discourse and company, I have put on new thoughts both 

 of the art of angling, and of all that profess it ; and if you will but 

 meet me to-morrow, at the time and place appointed, and bestow one 

 day with me and my friends in hunting the otter, I will dedicate the 

 next two days to wait upon you, and we two will for that time do 

 nothing but angle, and talk of fish and fishing. 



Pise. 'Tis a match, sir ; I'll not fail you, God willing, to be at 

 Amwell Hill to-morrow morning before sun-rising. 



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