But has this inventor entirely lost the use of his intellectual faculties ?" "Entirely, no; save as regards the ordinary things of life.

In this respect he no longer possesses either comprehension or responsibility.
His genius as an inventor, however, remains intact; it has survived his moral degeneracy, and, had his insensate demands been complied with, I have no doubt he would have produced a new war engine--which the world can get along very well without." "Very well without, as you say, sir," re-echoed the Count d'Artigas, and Captain Spade nodded approval.
"But you will be able to judge for yourself, Count, for here is the pavilion occupied by Thomas Roch.

If his confinement is well justified from the point of view of public security he is none the less treated with all the consideration due to him and the attention which his condition necessitates.

Besides, Healthful House is beyond the reach of indiscreet persons who might...." The director completed the phrase with a significant motion of his head--which brought an imperceptible smile to the lips of the stranger.
"But," asked the Count, "is Thomas Roch never left alone ?" "Never, Count, never.

He has a permanent attendant in whom we have implicit confidence, who speaks his language and keeps the closest possible watch upon him.