"But I have not time at present to talk with you any longer, as I have letters to write; and therefore I must bid you good morning."

"Farewell, Uncle Philip."

FOOTNOTE:

[11] M. Vaillant.


CONVERSATION XVI.

Uncle Philip tells the Boys about Birds that are Weavers; and about the Politician-bird; and a Story about some Philosophers; and what may be learned from these Conversations.

"Well, boys, were you pleased enough with our last conversation to wish to hear more about birds' nests?"

"Yes, if you please, Uncle Philip. You said something about birds that were weavers; we should like to hear something of them."