7/41 It will drive me mad, I think at times,--this contrast between what I might be, and what I am, I can bear it no longer--mixing medicines here, when I might be educating myself, distinguishing myself--for I can do it; have you not said as much yourself to me again and again ?" "I have, of course; but--" "But, sir, only hear me. It is in vain to ask me to command my temper while I stay here. I am not fit for this work; not fit for the dull country. I am not appreciated, not understood; and I shall never be, till I can get to London,--till I can find congenial spirits, and take my rightful place in the great parliament of mind. I am Pegasus in harness, here!" cried the vain, discontented youth. |