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 Rh hourly in the spirit, and see him in my remembrance, in the regions of my imagination. I hear his advice, and even now write from his dictate. Forgive me for expressing to you my enthusiasm, which I wish all to partake of, since it is to me a source of immortal joy, even in this world. By it I am the companion of angels. May you continue to be so more and more; and to be more and more persuaded that every mortal loss is an immortal gain. The ruins of Time build mansions in Eternity.

I have also sent a proof of "Pericles" for your remarks, thanking you for the kindness with which you express them, and feeling heartily your grief with a brothers sympathy.—I remain, dear Sir, your humble servant,

9.

Extract from a Letter to.

, 2nd July 1800.

... I have to congratulate you on your plan for a National Gallery being put into execution. All