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The kiss and its history

Note 16 — Chapter V · THE KISS OF RESPECT

William Frederick Harvey translation

And when he had to kiss Charles’ foot—such kissing Rollo spurned— He thrust his hand forth downward, and to the monarch turned. He raised the king’s foot to his lips, and overturned the king, Who quickly rose upon his feet whilst mirth around did ring. W. F. H.

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