This lady's granddaughter was receiving her education at the pensionnat of Madame Heger; and so satisfied was the grandmother with the kind of instruction given, that she named the establishment, with high encomiums, to Mrs.Jerkins; and, in consequence, it was decided that, if the terms suited, Miss Bronte and Emily should proceed thither.

M.Heger informs me that, on receipt of a letter from Charlotte, making very particular inquiries as to the possible amount of what are usually termed "extras," he and his wife were so much struck by the simple earnest tone of the letter, that they said to each other:--"These are the daughters of an English pastor, of moderate means, anxious to learn with an ulterior view of instructing others, and to whom the risk of additional expense is of great consequence.

Let us name a specific sum, within which all expenses shall be included." This was accordingly done; the agreement was concluded, and the Brontes prepared to leave their native county for the first time, if we except the melancholy and memorable residence at Cowan Bridge.

Mr.Bronte determined to accompany his daughters.

Mary and her brother, who were experienced in foreign travelling, were also of the party.