I went below, and found that great roll of wire.

I tried to break a piece off, but could not; and I then determined to carry the whole up to our dwelling, and to bend one end into a hook, by which I might catch some of the branches, and bring them near me to gather the figs.

I was very successful at first, and secured one or two figs.

I had my packet of wire on the table by the window, and stood near it myself.

I thought I could reach a branch that hung over our roof, loaded with fruit.