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An exaltation of larks, or, the venereal game by james lipton is presented as a book of poetry, which is really a bit of a misnomer. In it, lipton gathers together virtually every known existing grouping phrase as in a murder of crows, a leap of leopards, and, naturally, an exaltation of larks and even admits to adding a few of his ownones which he felt ought to be in use, even if they werent already. Lipton loves to play with language and invites you to join. This ultimate edition of an exaltation of larks is mr.
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