these were the visions of a dream. Ah! how delightful is travelling, "even when one does return," in spite of what the Doctor may say to the contrary.

For eight months I heard nothing of my original, but one day the post brought me a letter, covered with many-coloured stamps, which began with these words:—

"On board the 'Corinquay,' Auckland Rocks. At last we have been shipwrecked."

And ended thus:—

⁠"Was never in better health.

⁠"Very heartily yours,

⁠"Dean Pitferge."