Chapter XX

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

having the wind against the forward side of the sails

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

an arm of the Mediterranean between Slovenia and Croatia and Montenegro and Albania on the east and Italy on the west

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

plural of “antiquity” — the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

an ardent early supporter of a cause or reform

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century)

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

a woman who lives in the country and has country ways

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the act of departing

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

give a description of

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

of or belonging to or suitable for a duke

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

bringing death

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

depressingly dark

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

having a usually specified type of handle

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

A period of prolonged and intensive questioning or investigation.

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

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From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

possessive form of “lion” — large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

characterized by grandeur

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

and nothing more

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

a structure erected to commemorate persons or events

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

plural of “mosaic” — art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

characterized by or capable of producing music

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

impressive in appearance

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

on one occasion

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

possessive form of “paul” — United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

the paved surface of a thoroughfare

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

-ing form of “peep” — look furtively

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

plural of “pigeon” — wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

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From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

professing to be qualified

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

express in words

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

plural of “shoemaker” — a person who makes or repairs shoes

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

plural of “sigh” — an utterance made by exhaling audibly

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

term of address for a man

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

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From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

having a supporting base

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

plural of “swift” — United States meat-packer who began the use of refrigerated railroad cars (1839-1903)

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

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From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

in or at that place or location

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

plural of “tourist” — someone who travels for pleasure

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

not even or uniform as e.g. in shape or texture

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the provincial capital of Veneto; built on 118 islands within a lagoon in the Gulf of Venice; has canals instead of streets; one of Italy's major ports and a famous tourist attraction

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

plural of “vicissitude” — a variation in circumstances or fortune at different times in your life or in the development of something

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading THE DUCAL PALACE--BRIDGE OF SIGHS--THE POZZI--CAMPANILE--VIEW FROM THE SUMMIT--SWIFTS--THE PIGEONS OF ST.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading MARKS--DEPARTURE FROM VENICE--THE ANCONA STEAMER--THE ADRIATIC--VICISSITUDES OF A SEA-VOYAGE--THE UNFORTUNATE FRIAR--POLA--ITS ANTIQUITIES--THE HOTEL--ANCONA--THE CUSTOM-HOUSE--DISAPPOINTMENT--A VILLAGE IN THE APPENINES--FULIGNO--ASSISI--THE BOARDING-HOUSE--SAN FRANCESCO--MUSICAL SHOEMAKERS--SPOLETO--MY COUNTRYWOMAN--TERNI--ROME.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

which person or people

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

belonging to which person

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I shall not describe the Ducal Palace with its _pozzi_ and _piombi_, its magnificent staircase and the Lion’s mouth, and the once gloomy chambers of the Inquisition.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading All these have been too well handled by professed tourists, to require any further observation on my part, and I doubt not there are many living within five miles of St. Paul’s, who possess a much clearer idea of the interior of San Marco, with its apostle screen, gilt mosaics, and uneven pavement, than of the noble monument to their own Sir Christopher.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Suffice it to say, that in company of some relatives whom I met in Venice, whose curiosity was proof against difficulties that would altogether have taken _me_ aback, I succeeded not merely in peeping through the key-hole of the fatal door, but in standing on the Bridge of Sighs.