I could hear a number of noises almost like those in an engine shed; and the place rocked with that beating thud. Through the aperture in the wall I c...

Some overhanging rocks afforded us a slight protection from the torrents. Under this shelter, Hans prepared some food, which, however, I was unable to...

“When I have mixed this honey with the paste of the artocarpus,” said he, “I shall be able to offer you a succulent cake.” “’Pon my word,” said Consei...

I could not help being struck by the strange coincidences that had taken place during this eventful night; but, knowing that I had been conversing wit...

the same thing happened--violent all day then quiet from moonrise to sunrise.