For the purposes of the article in question--the exhibition of the incongruous, and hence really unscientific character of the Hierarchy--the Positive Scale was given in the paper alluded to, as stated by Comte himself in the 'Positive Philosophy'--a work which is accepted as valid, _both_ by the followers of his theories in regard to Science, and the adopters of his Social Scheme--there being no occasion, at that time, to indicate the subsequent elevation into a separate Science, of what there formed a subdivision of Sociology. The after enumeration of _La Morale_ as a separate Science, in a work which is _not_ regarded as valid by many of the disciples of the _Positive Philosophy_, is, however, exhibited in the present writing, where a more minute enumeration of the Branches of Inquiry included in the Positive Hierarchy rendered it desirable. DIARY OF FRANCES KRASINSKA; OR, LIFE IN POLAND DURING THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY. Sunday, _December 30th, 1760._ I have finally decided upon going to Maleszow; I may perhaps feel more at ease there than here. Barbara would accompany me, but the state of her health will prevent her; her husband says it would be very imprudent for her to travel. I have finally received a letter from the prince royal; he is in despair at my departure. He is exceedingly irritated against the princess, and fears lest Bruehl should disclose all he knows to the king. I must leave here as soon as possible. The happiness surrounding me is a real torment. This sweet and quiet joy of a husband and wife who love each other so tenderly, pierces my heart. This well-arranged household, this family union, and all the delicate attentions of the Starost Swidzinski, who adores my sister--all these blessings, which I must covet, and yet of which I am not jealous, increase the bitterness of my suffering. My sister is predestined to every possible felicity. Her little girl is the most charming child anywhere to be found; her father fondles and caresses her, and my parents are always writing to my sister, because they feel so much solicitude for her and her little one. Happy Barbara! Life is one long festival for her. Ah! may God take her happiness into his own keeping, and may this reflection console me under my own weight of sorrow! I shall perhaps feel more tranquil when I have seen my dear parents; their pardon will be as a Christian absolution for me. I will again live and hope when protected by their tenderness. I will begin the new year with them; it may perhaps be the dawn of my happiness! I was formerly so happy at Maleszow.... CASTLE OF MALESZOW, _January 5th, 1761._