But, anyway, I append my effort: THE REPLY I know Mr.H., and I will go to him, dear madam, if upon reflection you find you still desire it.

There will be a conversation.

I know the form it will take.

It will be like this: MR.

H.How do her books strike you?
MR.CLEMENS.I am not acquainted with them.
H.Who has been her publisher?
C.I don't know.
H.She HAS one, I suppose?
C.I--I think not.
H.Ah.You think this is her first book?
C.Yes--I suppose so.