22/22 It is a terrestrial paradise, a land of four-in-hands and houris and surf-bathing and nectar and ambrosia. I could not begin to give you an idea of it; wait till you get there." "A society place, I suppose, then ?" said Claudius, not in the least moved by the enthusiastic description. But you may have plenty of solitude if you like." "I hardly think I should care much for Newport," said Claudius. My father has a place there, to which I take the liberty of inviting you for the season, whenever you make up your mind to enjoy yourself." "You are very good, I am sure; and if, as you say, I ever go to America, which seems in your opinion paramount to enjoying myself, I will take advantage of your kind invitation." "Really, I hope you will. |