Whether he was sane or mad, it was clearly necessary to take him from that place.

Markham retained a sullen silence, but seemed to understand so far that he ceased all threatening gestures.

His only movements were certain turnings and sudden crouchings as if he saw or felt enemies about him in the air.
"Now, get in," said Toyner.

He had secured the boat.

He pulled the other by the legs, and guided him as he slipped from his low bench.