The book was the Death of Wallenstein.

He made me see that murder! My heart stood still." "He is to be admired for standing up to-day against that damned demagogue, Lewis Rand! No matter if he is defeated.

Every gentleman applauds him.

You women adore victory, but let me tell you, a vanquished Federalist is still the conqueror of any ranting Republican!" "Did I tell you," asked Jacqueline, "that Mr.Pincornet holds the dancing class at Fontenoy this week ?" "The dancing class be damned! Ludwell Cary is a man and a gentleman, Jacqueline--" "Yes," said Jacqueline.
The Major threw away his sprig of box.

"The Sphinx was a woman, and every woman is an incarnate riddle! Why don't you care for him, Jacqueline ?" "I do care for him.