In the outward part of the wood, beyond which I had not advanced, the pure and welcome light penetrated easily through the scattered trees.

I got up and looked about me.

A path into the wood now showed itself, broader and better kept than any path that I could remember in the days of my boyhood.

The moon showed it to me plainly, and my curiosity was aroused.
Following the new track, I found that it led to a little glade which I at once recognized.

The place was changed in one respect only.