We crossed several miles of bog, and had to pass many a ravine; but the worst trial was before us.

We applied in several houses for the means of preparing our dinner, having travelled at least twenty miles over moor and mountain.

We applied in twenty places in vain.

At last, half by force and half by entreaty, we prevailed on a woman, whose circumstances seemed comfortable.

We were, of course, unknown; and though we met many a rebuff, we determined to endure them, rather than reveal our names and character.