Two shelves of books displayed his most precious possessions; the rest of his household goods were ranged in a small cupboard in a recess.

His bed was a pallet, covered by one blanket.

There was no fire burning on his hearth.

Several benches ranged along the walls, and a rather large table, upon which a number of books and papers lay, stood in the middle of the room.

One corner had been partitioned off, and was very plainly fitted up as an oratory.