The Salesman.—Yes; we have several. Here, for instance, is Bulwer's "Last Days of Pompeii."
Traveller.—Too thoroughly romantic.
Salesman.—Well, here are the folios of Mazois.
Traveller.—Too heavy.
Salesman.—Here's Dumas's "Corricolo."
Traveller.—Too light.
Salesman.—How would Nicolini's magnificent work suit you?
Traveller.—Oh! that's too dear.
Salesman.—Here's Commander Aloë's "Guide."
Traveller.—That's too dry.