Because of These Things

Because of These Things by Marjorie Bowen is about Francis Moutray and Mr. Middleton's voyage to Bologna. Excerpt: «The coach, that had been slowly proceeding through the starless Italian night by the light of the two lanterns either side of the box seat came to a stop, with a violent jolt, and lurched heavily to one side on the cumbrous leather straps. Guard, postilion, and coachman dismounted, and their short, vigorous Italian curses disturbed the heavy, warm stillness.»