INTRODUCTION 



time, which I do not allow mine to do), as they acquire hardi- 

 hood of constitution, free use of their limbs, and confidence in 

 their own powers; But I have said enough of me and mine, 

 and must refer those who may have any curiosity on the subject 

 to the following sketches, as illustrating my doings and observa- 

 tions in my temporary home. \ 



It may be proper to mention that Chapters XXVI. and 

 XXX. have already appeared in print ; some learned critic 

 having deemed it expedient to publish them in the'iS3rd 

 Number of the Quarterly Review, i 



