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way up in the stage coach he had passed 
near Sir Walter’s seat, and had stood up 
and craned his neck in vain to get a 
glimpse of the home of a man to whom, 
he says, he was indebted for so much 
pleasure. He and Scott were in many 
ways kindred spirits, men native to the 
open air, inevitable sportsmen, copious 
and romantic lovers and observers of all 
forms and conditions of life. Of course 
he will want to see Scott, and Scott will 
want to see him, if he once scents his 
real quality. 
Later, Professor Jameson showed 
Audubon much kindness and helped to 
introduce him to the public. 
In January, the opportunity to see 
Scott came to him. 
“* January 22, Monday. I was paint- 
ing diligently when Captain Hall came 
in, and said: ‘Put on your coat, and 
come with me to Sir Walter Scott; he 
wishes to see you now.’ In a moment I 
was ready, for I really believe my coat 
