| Smiley tells Rothman that he is the victim of an ancient allure-the noble savage and the primal rhythm and darkness of the wilderness. If he gives in to them he is doomed. |
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Nay not Demon Rum, lad, blear and red-eyed, but your friend Father Fergus speaking, the infamous missionary of Amazonia eh? Look into my eye, lad. Not the blue virgin round but the black hole. There. See her? Essella. Black as pitch and wearing a savage cowl of forest. Will you go with her? Nay you’re Aaron, a wise and noble Jew, and will stay here safe with your friend Fergus. |