Chapter III

The scene shifts to Gaston and Matthews. After the dangers and difficulties of passage, the two reach Dizful.

Note the brief summary of the disposition of Gaston (page 161: So he packed off Gaston, etc.). Is it too casual?

Where has Bala-Bala been mentioned previously?

In the descriptions, pages 162, 163, 164, what is the dominant impression?

On page 166 the Father of Swords speaks of his friend Magin. Do you see the point of the allusions?

What is the meaning of the paper signed by Magin? Whose emissary is he?

What dramatic value has the last speech of Matthews in Division III? Why is it given the place of emphasis?