was an agreeable task, the writing of this 

 little book ; and if half the pertinent con- 

 versations indulged in by the participants 

 in its sports, during its making, were inter- 

 spersed in its pages, it would have been a long one. 

 It was this that made the occupation so pleasant, 

 living over many delightful experiences, and looking 

 forward to others not yet seen but hoped for. 

 I have also very much appreciated the enjoyment 



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