Peveril Castle. 



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without exception, of deleterious properties, and when 

 succulent, often remarkable for their excellent and nutri- 

 tious qualities. The general form of a cruciferous flower 

 is shown in the drawing below, and in fig. 9 the mode in 

 which the pods open. 



FIG. 7. 

 Stamens of Cruciform flower. 



FIG. 8. 

 Cruciform flower. 



FIG. 9. 

 Seed-pods of Scurvy-grass. 



Homewards from Castleton, those who can walk well 

 should go by the " Winnots," literally, the wind-gates, 

 a steep pass among the hills, leading from near the 

 village towards Mam Tor. The stern grandeur of the 

 scenery will make the ascent memorable. The crags 

 rise to a vast height upon either hand, and at some 



