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craters of extinct volcanoes, and many other natural 
curiosities, which, to mention properly in this sketch, 
would too much extend this volume ; and although I 
feel so tempted at this part, the consideration of our 
vast journeyings yet to be described, and the many 
adventures yet to be exposed, command me reluctantly 
to yield, and refrain from further mention of those 
interesting scenes. 
