The arrogance of the strong mellowed into consideration for the weak; wisdom and culture went hand in hand with ignorance and brawn; malice and rancour left the hearts of the lowly and met half-way the departing insolence of the lofty; fellowship took root and throve in a field rich with good deeds.

The heart of man was master here, the brain its humble servant.
Landover worked hard, doggedly.

To all outward appearances, he had resigned himself to the inevitable.

He affected a spirit of camaraderie and good humour that deceived many.

Down in his heart, however, he was bitterly rebellious.