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.