human
Oh! climb it, my dear captain? What is the use, I ask you, after Humboldt and Bonpland? What can I do after these great men?
gpt
Indeed, replied Captain Mangles,
human
Except my own, said Paganel, laughing.
gpt
But, my dear captain, have not the Cape Verd Islands important landings?
human
Certainly. Nothing is easier than to land at Villa-Praïa.
gpt
Not to speak of an advantage that is not to be despised, answered Paganel;
human
As you please, Mr. Paganel, replied Captain Mangles.
gpt
I am certain that geographical science will gain by your sojourn in these islands. We must land there to take in coal; you will, therefore, cause us no delay.