As to me, I shall remain at the helm, as long as fatigue does not oblige me to leave it.

From time to time a few hours' sleep will be sufficient to restore me.

But, during those few hours, it will be very necessary for one of you to take my place.

Tom, I shall show you how we steer by means of the mariner's compass.

It is not difficult, and, with a little attention, you will soon learn to keep the ship's head in the right direction." "Whenever you like, Mr.Dick," replied the old black.
"Well," replied the novice, "stay near me at the helm till the end of the day, and if fatigue overcomes me, you will then be able to replace me for a few hours." "And I," said little Jack, "will I not be able to help my friend, Dick, a little ?" "Yes, dear child," replied Mrs.Weldon, clasping Jack in her arms, "you shall learn to steer, and I am sure that while you are at the helm we shall have good winds." "Very sure--very sure.