Our father, who, during his mortal existence, was a learned man, owned a volume of this rare work, and through him Inidor[a:] and I became a little acquainted with the V[a:][a:]mû language and the contents of this book, which treats of the sciences of eighty Ento centuries ago. As the lesser is contained in the greater, so the accumulated knowledge of one era contains the germs which in after times unfold their potencies. Thus the sciences as understood in the days of Dylos R[a:]ûmo, the author of this book, were the germs of achievements of the past and present, which you have learned are in many directions of a high degree of excellence. I am told that your word paper signifies the same as our word billos[a:], which largely is the product of a fibrous plant known as ekētos, which blooms prettily, producing large seed pods containing a white, silken fibre, which is utilized, not alone in the manufacture of billos[a:] but also for the production of textile fabrics, some of which you recently have been admiring. Does this scene impress you agreeably? Gentola--Certainly; this is a large and beautifully arranged library, and what numbers of people are coming, going, or entering the adjoining room. A reading room? Yes, I should like to look into it. Why, it is quite crowded with men and women, all intently perusing books, papers and publications which wear a very familiar appearance; so familiar indeed as to nearly make me doubt the evidence of my own eyes. De L'Ester, please ask Genessano if the Entoans possess a literature corresponding with what we term romances. Genessano--Indeed, yes, and it constitutes a considerable portion of Ento's literature. One story, which was based upon actual occurrences, Inidor[a:] and I used to read with profound emotion, and when this mission shall have culminated, and you may find leisure and inclination to hear it, I will relate what De L'Ester may translate into your language, and you may name it "A Romance of Ento." Gentola--I am sure that I shall be even more pleased to hear it than you can be in relating it. George--Yonder is another clairaudient Sensitive, the youth robed in blue, who apparently is seeking for some special book. De L'Ester--Yes, and he also is somewhat clairvoyant. Gentol[a:], he may be able to perceive or to hear you. Stand near him and follow my dictation. Gentola--Voian ēlos toy[a:] ēmano? Entoan--Efon ist[a:] voian----Ah, Andûman[a:] kētoivan froy[a:]---- De L'Ester--Come away, come away, Gentol[a:], the man is scared out of his wits, and has fallen in a swoon. What a commotion. Employees and visitors hasten to his assistance, expressing much concern and surprise. What a pity that he is such a nervous and timid person. Ah, he is reviving and looking about him in an apprehensive manner, and every one is plying him with questions. Genessano, what is he saying? He speaks in such an excited and rapid manner that I cannot follow him.