That they have not crushed your spirit does not surprise me. I was
as sure of that as I am that the sun is shining to-day. That you do
not work actively in Ireland at once is, I am sure, wise.
Foolhardiness is not courage.

In a little while the English government may realise how hopeless it
is to try and conquer a people who have liberty in their hearts.
Then they will abate the rigour of their unjust laws.

When that day comes you must return and take up the mission with
renewed strength and hope and stimulated by the added experience of
bitter suffering.

I should most certainly like to see you in London. I am staying with
a distant connection of the family. We go to the south of France in
a few weeks. I have been very ill--another reproach to the weakness
of woman. I am almost recovered now but far from strong. I have to
lie still all day. My only companions are my books and my thoughts.

Let me know when you expect to arrive in London. Come straight here.

I have so much to tell you, but the words halt as they come to my
pen.

Looking forward to seeing you, In all sincerity, ANGELA KINGSNORTH.