A Curious Beginning (2015)
““The Royal Museum of Natural History is dependent upon explorers to collect its specimens, to chart new and undiscovered lands, and to bring back new species. You are such a man, and yet they do not want you—doubtless because they are familiar with your uncertain temper and execrable personal habits. Nevertheless, you are a scientist of considerable gifts. One has only to give this place the most cursory glance to realize you have assembled a collection that is both thoughtful and instructive, ...no matter how wretched its condition. There is real brilliance here, Mr. Stoker. If you were to mount your own expedition, on your own terms, the museum would have no choice but to come to you, begging for the specimens you acquire. You have simply put the cart before the horse,” I told him.
He shook his head as if to clear it. “I smoked opium once. It felt like listening to you, only rather more mundane.”
I tipped my head thoughtfully. “I smoked it once as well.MoreLess
He shook his head as if to clear it. “I smoked opium once. It felt like listening to you, only rather more mundane.”
I tipped my head thoughtfully. “I smoked it once as well.MoreLess
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