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The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. Collect the words associated with - Library.
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Solution
The extract deals with the atmosphere of two homes. The words associated with Library are books, pictures, statues, little cabinets, coins, sleepy hollow chairs, queer tables, quaint tiles, open fireplace, bronzes. etc.
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