That donkey was a genius ! Continue reading

That donkey was a genius ! Continue reading
Though I had written to warn Dr. S that I would land and see his famous gardens, I gave up all thoughts of doing so when I saw how it was to be done. Continue reading
Did I not paint ?–and wander and wonder at everything ? Continue reading
It was curious to see how little the English cared for these glories around them. Continue reading
At the last station one of the Japanese ministers got into our carriage in the costume of a perfect English gentleman, chimney-pot hat included. He invited me to come and see his wife at his country-house, and at Yedo packed … Continue reading
The famous botanic gardens are six miles from Calcutta, but the whole drive is full of interest and wonderful vegetation. A German was director of the gardens in Dr. King’s absence, and went heart and soul into my work of … Continue reading