BOOK THE TENTH—THE DUNGEON.


I—THE CHIEF INSURGENT PRISONERS ARE TAKEN TO LONDON.

Sorrowful was the ride of the Earl of Derwentwater from Preston to Wigan; and his favourite dapple-grey steed that had borne him throughout the campaign, seemed to share his despondency.

Moreover, the weather was gloomy, and in accordance with the earl's sombre thoughts.