My first thought the next morning was to fetch the sledge
from the wood. I had a double motive for leaving it there,
which I had refrained from explaining to my wife, to avoid
giving her uneasiness. I had formed a wish to penetrate a
little farther into the land, and ascertain whether anything
useful would present itself beyond the wall of rocks. I was,
besides, desirous to be better acquainted with the extent, the
form, and general productions of our island : I wished Fritz
only, who was stronger and more courageous than his brothers,
and Turk, to accompany me. We set out very early in the
morning, and drove the ass before us for the purpose of draw
ing home the sledge... #story #kidsstories AcreSoft Story Classic