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viii. PREFACE

Australia, but, whereas they may be mentioned here, in passing, the proper place to discuss them is Parliament.

The holiday aspect of the ride may not appeal to every one, although, I can safely say that, while the hardships were many, they were more than compensated by the pleasures.

THE AUTHOR.