Chapter XIX

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

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

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

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

inspiring awe or admiration or wonder

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

a person's social heritage: previous experience or training

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

past form of “bedeck” — decorate

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white)

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

shining intensely

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

a low-lying region in central France

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

plural of “century” — a period of 100 years

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

a period of 100 years

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

rid of obstructions

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

a distinguishing emblem

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

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From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

plural of “dagger” — a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

past form of “emerge” — come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

ludicrously odd

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

start firing a weapon

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

plural of “fir” — nonresinous wood of a fir tree

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

shining unsteadily

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

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From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

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

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

archaic terms for army

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

joined in matrimony

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the force of workers available

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

a member of a people who have no permanent home but move about according to the seasons

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

above and across; more than

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

plural of “pistol” — a firearm that is held and fired with one hand

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

participate in games or sport

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

past form of “survive” — continue to live and avoid dying

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

naturally having skin of a dark color

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

in a confused mass

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

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

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

past form of “thrive” — grow vigorously

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

a slight but appreciable amount

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

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

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

past form of “transplant” — lift and reset in another soil or situation

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

lacking in reality or substance or genuineness; not corresponding to acknowledged facts or criteria

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.

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

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

suggesting the operation of supernatural influences

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

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

From this reading The band were dressed in the picturesque garb of the eastern nomad that has survived the changing influence of several centuries.

at the time that

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading MARRIED OVER THE TONGS From the blackness of night that had settled down over the mountains, Olga emerged into the clear space that was known as Hawk's Rest, in the centre of which was a blazing fire and about which sat in curious groups the gipsies of the Pesth band.

a movable organ for flying (one of a pair)

From this reading The setting was weird enough and fantastic enough to have been transplanted from a past century, when the nomad was legion, and the comprachicos thrived under the wing of royalty.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

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

From this reading Bedecked in the most brilliant colours, the women decorated by rouge and rings, the men with pistols and daggers, they presented in the flickering light a spectacle that one would never forget.

shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)

From this reading The uncertain play of the flames against the background of tangled firs wrought awesome figures out of the gloom, and, throwing a reddish tinge on the swarthy gipsy faces, rendered them unreal and grotesque.