Massingbird

Massingbird, had she formed the prominent subject of his dreams.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

Massingbird; if out on the estate, and unable to reach home in time, he would eat something when he came in.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

Massingbird was an alien; Lionel was a Verner; and now, as Lionel entered, they formed into a double line that he might pass between them, their master from henceforth.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

"Massingbird, I want to speak to you," rejoined Lionel.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

Massingbird had gone then, and the doctor was out.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

And the ghost proved to be no ghost at all -- to be no husband of Sibylla -- come to disturb the peace of her and of Lionel; but _John_ Massingbird in real flesh and blood.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

Massingbird: never had liked any of the Massingbirds; but Lionel carried his point.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

"Why, then," he cried, after a pause, "this may supply the very motive-power that is wanting, for one to personate Fred Massingbird."

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

Massingbird had, in some weak moment, by some sleight of hand, drawn him to her again, extracted from him a promise that he could not retract.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850

"Fred Massingbird alive, and come back to England!" he uttered, in bewildered wonder.

Verner's Pride Henry Wood 1850