The opinions he entertained upon these topics were illustrated in his conduct, which was assiduously conformed to the model of heroism that his fancy suggested.
With these sentiments he set out upon his travels, at the age at which the grand tour is usually made; and they were rather confirmed than shaken by the adventures that befel him.

By inclination he was led to make his longest stay in Italy; and here he fell into company with several young noblemen whose studies and principles were congenial to his own.

By them he was assiduously courted, and treated with the most distinguished applause.

They were delighted to meet with a foreigner, who had imbibed all the peculiarities of the most liberal and honourable among themselves.

Nor was he less favoured and admired by the softer sex.