lawyer--The evening before the trial 284


CHAPTER XVIII.

THE TRIAL.

The Court-room--Mr. W.--The testimony--Speeches--Mr. G.'s
agitation--Charge to the jury 298


CHAPTER XIX.

THE SEALED PAPER.

A night of fearful suspense--The
verdict--Insensibility--Delirium--Meeting between the brother and
sister--Lewie's illness--Longings for freedom--A journey to the
capital--Ruth Glenn again--The governor--A sister's pleadings--Her
reward 310


CHAPTER XX.

TWICE FREE.

Freedom for the captive--Removal to Brook Farm--Decline--Changes of
temper and heart--A final release--The quiet nook--Resignation
--Cheerfulness--The unexpected visitor 328