Chapter XIX · Chapter 19

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

possessing life

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

(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 As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

past form of “comprise” — be composed of

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

not invading healthy tissue

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “crowd” — a large number of things or people considered together

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

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

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

pleasantly occupied

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

someone who escorts and protects a prominent person

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

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

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

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

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions)

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

with strained or eager attention

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

large or big relative to something else

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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 The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

the force of workers available

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a disorderly crowd of people

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

not any; not one

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

on one occasion

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

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

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

for the most part

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

in deplorable condition

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a feeling of great happiness

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “sentiment” — tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “slum” — a district of a city marked by poverty and inferior living conditions

From this reading Many were picturesque, but others looked like the drainings of the slums of larger cities.

a small number or amount

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

successive (without a break)

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

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

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

the people living in a municipality smaller than a city

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

clearly evident to the mind

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

not having a paved surface

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

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

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

in or at the place that

From this reading BEHIND PRISON BARS On his arrival at Damanhour George was conducted by his guards straight to the prison where he was to be confined.

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

From this reading The gaol was one of the many ramshackle buildings which the village was comprised of.

a Caucasian

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

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

From this reading As the little party slowly made their way through the unpaved streets, they were intently watched by crowds of men, women, and children; the men were principally rebel soldiers, mixed with a smattering of insurgent townspeople, the women and children--creatures of all sorts--from the village folk to the common ruck which follows a native army.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.

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

From this reading There was no doubt as to the sentiments they entertained for the white people, for, as they caught sight of Helmar's face, under escort of rebel soldiers, unmistakable signs of rejoicing were shown, and more than once the threatening attitude of the mob made Helmar wonder if he would reach his destination alive.