As has been said before, she did not care for reading, and considered that the writing of books was a second-rate affair.

The things that Mr.Magnus might have done with his life if he had not spent it in writing books! She regarded him with the kind indulgence of an elder who watches a child brick-building.

He very quickly discovered her attitude and it amused him.

They became the most excellent friends over it.

She on her side very quickly discovered the true reason of his coming so often to their house; he loved Aunt Anne.