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great sense of propriety, and extreme regard for correctness 

 of expression, moderation of conduct, and generally speak- 

 ing les convenances, that is characteristic of the reading 

 public, before whom I have ventured to appear in print. 



The manner of life, which the recollections that have 

 been told give imperfect and insufficient glimpses at, has a 

 charm and freedom all its own ; but it entails on him who 

 makes of it practical trial, real hardships, great deprivation, 

 not a few dangers. 



Therefore, though not regretting the past, I am well 

 satisfied to find myself once more in the enjoyment of the 

 comforts and securities of a high state of civilisation. And 

 as I mentally review my wild experiences, a feeling of 

 deep gratitude comes over me. I cannot fail to realise that 

 I am one who, having often tempted Providence, has been 

 by Him mercifully protected through great and many 

 perils. 



THE END. 



P.KADBUIIY, AGNKW, & CO., PRINTERS, WHITE b'KIAKS. 



