I have, a little; and by it have discovered that
there is a laudable partiality which ignorant, untrav-
elled men entertain for everything that belongs to their
native country. I call it laudable; it injures no one;
adds to their own happiness; and, when extended, be-
comes the noble principle of patriotism. Travelled
gentlemen rise superior, in their own opinion, to this;
but if the contempt which they contract for their coun-
try is the most valuable acquisition of their travels, I
am far from thinking that their time and money are
well spent.


MARIA

What noble sentiments!


CHARLOTTE

Let my brother set out where he will in the fields of
conversation, he is sure to end his tour in the temple
of gravity.


MANLY

Forgive me, my sister. I love my country; it has
its foibles undoubtedly;--some foreigners will with