I knew they would.

I like John's country; it is a garden beautifully in contrast with France, and John's people have excellent qualities, and he has many good people; but I hate his aristocratic system, and am more confirmed in my views than ever of its oppressive and unjust character.

I saw a great deal of Leslie; he is the same good fellow that he always was.

Be tender of him, my dear sir; I could mention some things which would soften your judgment of his political feelings.
One thing only I can now say,--remember he has married an English wife, whom he loves, and who has never known America.

He keeps entirely aloof from politics and is wholly absorbed in his art.