Princess Rosette
beautiful gown, and placed her diamonds on her head. But nothing could disguise the fact that she was an ugly little fright. Her hair was black and greasy, she was crosseyed and bow-legged, and in the middle of her back she
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'She was an ugly little fright'
had a big hump. Moreover she was ill-tempered and sulky, and was for ever grumbling.
When the people of Peacock Land saw her disembark they were so completely taken aback that none could say a word.
'What's the matter with you all?' she demanded; 'have you all gone to sleep? Bring me something to eat
