This work was dedicated to the republic; but as the publication might be unpleasing to the council, I wished to wait until it had taken its effect at Geneva before I returned thither.

This effect was not favorable to me; and the dedication, which the most pure patriotism had dictated, created me enemies in the council, and inspired even many of the burgesses with jealousy.

M.Chouet, at that time first syndic, wrote me a polite but very cold letter, which will be found amongst my papers.

I received from private persons, amongst others from Du Luc and De Jalabert, a few compliments, and these were all.

I did not perceive that a single Genevese was pleased with the hearty zeal found in the work.
This indifference shocked all those by whom it was remarked.