London at the End of the Century:A Book of Gossip
a Beckett, Arthur William
1900
THE WAY THE THING IS DONE.
I recall the pleasantest of pleasant little dinners in which our host and his amiable family take a prominent part. Then comes the journey home, enlivened by a game of skill in which an intimate knowledge of spelling is assumed. And then later still the train reaches the Victoria Station, and we prepare to part. | |
says one of us, as we clasp hands, | |
Quite true, I did look better. Nay, more, I felt better. So I would counsel all Londoners to follow my example. Go to Whitstable at the earliest opportunity, and spend the whole day on a boat eating the choicest oysters. You will find the experience absolutely delightful. And so easy to carry out! All that is requisite is the necessary invitation! | |