AFTER TEN YEARS 



what others have done in the same direction, shows us 

 countless phases hitherto unseen, and brings us back to 

 our own peaceful roof overflowing with new thoughts 

 and full of thanksgiving. Moreover, country life has 

 taught us two opposite truths: it has revealed to us the 

 charm of solitude, and it has given to us the opportunity 

 to become better acquainted with our kind. 



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