poor bed

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In his youth when, tired by his day’s labor, after a frugal meal, he lay down on a poor bed, he dreamed of a smiling, affectionate image.

From Friars and Filipinos An Abridged Translation of Dr. Jose Rizal's Tagalog Novel, 'Noli Me Tangere.' by Rizal, José

A poor bed warmeth me more than a rich one, for I am jealous of my poverty.

From Thus Spake Zarathustra A book for all and none by Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm

The wan little violinist, sitting on the edge of his poor bed, and clasping his sister in his arms, is a sad little figure.

From Child-life in Art by Hurll, Estelle M. (Estelle May)

"Lie down a little, dear," she added, "its only the pain, poor boy, of an empty stomach—lie down on your poor bed, God help you, and when the supper's ready you'll be better."

From The Black Prophet: A Tale Of Irish Famine Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three by Carleton, William

Smoothing down the coverlet, she went away to get change, closing the door after her, and then, with a sigh of relief, Fan threw herself on to the poor bed.

From Fan : the story of a young girl's life by Hudson, W. H. (William Henry)