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commond-iljlc one, is rleanliness ; of which the un- 

 c«niinoii neatness of their houses are sufficient in- 

 stances, 



TiiEV arc naturally p^ay, s])rig;l¡tly, and jocose, 

 without le\ itv ; reminkahly fond of musick; so that 

 even amona; the lowest you are entertained with pleas- 

 ing and aLireeable sontas ; for the gratification of this 

 passion, they have in general good voices, and- some 

 of thcni are heard with admiration. They are very 

 fond of balls^ where tliey distinguish themselves 

 equally by the gracefulness and agility of their mo- 

 tions. In fine, the reigning passions of the fair at 

 Lima, are shew, mirth, and festiyitj'. 



The natural vivacitv and penetration of the in- 

 habitants of Lima, both men and women, are 

 greatly improved by conversing with persons of 

 learning resorting thither from Spain. The custom 

 of forming small assemblies, has also a great tend- 

 ency to improve their minds, and give them a ready 

 and happy manner of expression, from an emulation 

 to distinguish themselves in these engaging accom- 

 plishments. 



Though the natives have too great a share of pride^ 

 they are not wanting in docility when proper me- 

 thods are taken. They instantly shew their reluc- 

 tance to obey a command given with haughtiness ; 

 but, when delivered with mildness and alfability, 

 equally obsequious and submissive. They are charmed 

 with gentleness of manners; .and a few instances of 

 kindness make a lasting im|yi'ession on their minds. 

 They are remarkably brave, and of such unble- 

 mished honour, as never to dissemble an affront re- 

 ceived, or give one to others ; so that they live to- 

 gether in a chearful and social manner. The Mu- 

 lattoes being less civilized, and having hut slender 

 notions of the turpitude of vice, and the importance 

 of \irtue, are haughty, turbulent, and quarrelsome. 

 Yet the mischievous consequences of these vices arc 



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