I am an unfortunate and deserted creature, I look around and I have no relation or friend upon earth.

These amiable people to whom I go have never seen me and know little of me.

I am full of fears, for if I fail there, I am an outcast in the world forever.' "'Do not despair.

To be friendless is indeed to be unfortunate, but the hearts of men, when unprejudiced by any obvious self-interest, are full of brotherly love and charity.

Rely, therefore, on your hopes; and if these friends are good and amiable, do not despair.' "'They are kind--they are the most excellent creatures in the world; but, unfortunately, they are prejudiced against me.