From the conversation
of such, he obtained a distinct idea of their government and
constitution; and though he could not help admiring the excellent
order and economy of their police, the result of all his inquiries
was self-congratulation on his title to the privileges of a British
subject. Indeed this invaluable birthright was rendered conspicuous
by such flagrant occurrences, which fell every day almost under his
observation, that nothing but the grossest prejudice could dispute
its existence.
CHAPTER XL.
Acquires a distinct Idea of the French Government--Quarrels with
a Mousquetaire, whom he afterwards fights and vanquishes, after
having punished him for interfering in his amorous Recreations.
Among many other instances of the same nature, I believe it will
not be amiss to exhibit a few specimens of their administration,
which happened during his abode at Paris; that those who have
not the opportunity of observing for themselves, or are in danger
of being influenced by misrepresentation, may compare their own
condition with that of their neighbours, and do justice to the
constitution under which they live.
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