They wanted him to make a fine figure in the world in some manner or other.

His mother wished to interest him in political concerns, to get him into parliament, or to see him connected with some of the great men of the day.

Mrs.John Dashwood wished it likewise; but in the mean while, till one of these superior blessings could be attained, it would have quieted her ambition to see him driving a barouche.

But Edward had no turn for great men or barouches.

All his wishes centered in domestic comfort and the quiet of private life.