The Pickwick Papers

Charles Dickens

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Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870)

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Charles Dickens faleceu em 1870.

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Charles Dickens faleceu em 1870.

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Obra original: The Pickwick Papers

Autor: Charles Dickens

Primeira publicação: 1837

Local: London

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Introdução

Como ler este livro

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Sobre este livro

The genial Mr. Pickwick and his fellow members of the Pickwick Club set off on a series of comic misadventures across England, encountering eccentric characters, romantic entanglements, and a memorable spell in debtors' prison, guided throughout by the shrewd, endlessly resourceful Cockney servant Sam Weller.

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Reading Comprehension B1

Front Matter

2. CHAPTER I. The Pickwickians

3. CHAPTER II. The First Day's Journey, and the First Evening's Adventures; with Their Consequences

4. CHAPTER III. A New Acquaintance--the Stroller's Tale--a Disagreeable Interruption, and an Unpleasant Encounter

5. CHAPTER IV. A Field Day and Bivouac--more New Friends--an Invitation to the Country

6. CHAPTER V. A SHORT ONE--SHOWING, AMONG OTHER MATTERS, HOW Mr. PICKWICK UNDERTOOK TO DRIVE, AND MR. WINKLE TO RIDE, AND HOW THEY BOTH DID IT

7. CHAPTER VI. An Old-fashioned Card-party--the Clergyman's Verses--the Story of the Convict's Return

8. CHAPTER VII. How Mr. Winkle, Instead of Shooting at the Pigeon and Killing the Crow, Shot at the Crow and Wounded the Pigeon; How the Dingley Dell Cricket Club Played All-muggleton, and How All-muggleton Dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with Other Interesting and Instructive Matters

9. CHAPTER VIII. Strongly Illustrative of the Position, That the Course of True Love Is Not a Railway

10. CHAPTER IX. A Discovery and a Chase

11. CHAPTER X. Clearing Up All Doubts (if Any Existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. a. Jingle's Character

12. CHAPTER XI. Involving Another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to Be Present at an Election; and Containing a Manuscript of the Old Clergyman's

Contents

Front Matter

En/Pt → # The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

The 57 chapters follow Mr. Pickwick and his friends through journeys, new friendships, comic mistakes, love affairs, elections, Christmas celebrations, legal troubles, and time in Fleet Prison. They meet people such as Jingle, Job Trotter, Dodson, Fogg, and the Weller family. After many adventures, acts of kindness, and solved problems, the Pickwick Club finally ends and everyone is satisfied.

CHAPTER I. The Pickwickians

En/Pt → The editor says that an entry in the Pickwick Club records finally brings light to the unknown early public life of the great Mr. Pickwick. He proudly offers it as proof that he carefully studied the many documents given to him.

On May 12, 1827, Joseph Smiggers chaired a meeting. Everyone agreed to the following decisions.

The club had heard Samuel Pickwick's paper about the source of the Hampstead ponds and his ideas about tittlebats. The members fully approved it and warmly thanked him.

The club believed Pickwick's paper and his research around London would help science. They thought that longer journeys and wider observations would increase knowledge and spread learning even more.

For this purpose, the club seriously considered a proposal from Samuel Pickwick and three other members. They wanted to create a new travelling group called the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club.

The club accepted and approved the proposal.

En/Pt → The club officially created the Corresponding Society. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. They would regularly send the London club true reports about their journeys, discoveries, people they met, adventures, and local stories.

The club strongly supported the rule that each traveller must pay his own expenses. The members could continue their research for as long as they wished under this rule.

The club also accepted the travellers' generous offer to pay for their own letters and parcels.

The secretary says an ordinary person might see nothing special in Pickwick's bald head and round glasses. His friends, however, knew that a great mind worked behind them. When the members called his name, Pickwick stood on his chair and spoke with grand gestures. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman.

En/Pt → The club recorded Pickwick's speech and the debate that followed. Because the discussion was similar to those of other famous groups, the editor includes it here.

Pickwick said every man wanted fame. Snodgrass wanted fame as a poet, Tupman wanted success in love, and Winkle wanted fame in sports. Pickwick admitted that he also felt pride, especially about his famous theory of tittlebats, but said his wish to help humanity was stronger. He proudly accepted the honour and danger of travelling, although coaches crashed, horses ran away, boats overturned, and boilers exploded. When someone shouted "No," Pickwick angrily suggested that a jealous rival was attacking him.

Mr. Blotton of Aldgate stood and asked whether Pickwick meant him. The room filled with mixed shouts for order, silence, and continuation.

Pickwick refused to be silenced by the noise and admitted that he had meant Mr. Blotton. Everyone became excited.

Mr. Blotton said he rejected the false and insulting accusation with complete contempt. He called Pickwick a fraud, causing loud cheers and great confusion.

En/Pt → Mr. Snodgrass asked the chairman to restore order. He wanted to know whether this shameful fight between two club members should continue.

The chairman said he was sure Mr. Blotton would take back the insulting word.

Mr. Blotton respectfully but firmly said he would not take it back.

The chairman then asked whether Blotton had used the word in its ordinary meaning.

Blotton said he had used the word only in its special Pickwickian meaning. Personally, he deeply respected Pickwick; he considered him a fraud only from a Pickwickian point of view.

Pickwick was pleased by this fair explanation. He also explained that his own comments had been meant only in the Pickwickian sense, and everyone cheered.

The official record and probably the debate end at this strangely clear and satisfying point. The next chapter is based not on an official report, but on letters and other trustworthy papers carefully joined into one story.

CHAPTER II. The First Day's Journey, and the First Evening's Adventures; with Their Consequences

En/Pt → Early on May 13, 1827, Mr. Pickwick woke and looked from his window at Goswell Street in every direction. He decided that wise people must look beyond what is directly before them and explore unknown places. He quickly dressed, packed, shaved, drank coffee, and went to the coach station with his bag, telescope, and notebook ready for discoveries.

Mr. Pickwick called for a cab.

A strangely dressed worker shouted that a cab was ready. He wore rough clothes and a numbered metal label, as if he belonged in a collection. The first driver was fetched from a nearby pub, and Mr. Pickwick and his bag were put into the cab.

Mr. Pickwick asked to go to the Golden Cross.

As they left, the annoyed driver told his friend that the trip was worth only one shilling.

Holding the shilling for his fare, Mr. Pickwick asked the driver how old the horse was.

En/Pt → The driver looked sideways at him and answered, "Forty-two."

Surprised, Mr. Pickwick reached for his notebook. The driver repeated the horse's age without changing his expression, so Pickwick immediately wrote it down.

Wanting more information, Mr. Pickwick asked how long the horse stayed out working each time.

The driver answered, "Two or three weeks."

Mr. Pickwick repeats the word weeks in surprise and takes out his notebook again.

The driver calmly says the horse lives in Pentonville, but they rarely take him home because he is weak.

Confused, Mr. Pickwick repeats that the reason is the horse's weakness.

The driver explains that the horse always falls when removed from the cab. Inside the harness, they support him tightly. The large wheels keep moving after him, so he must continue forward.

Pickwick writes every word in his notebook as an example of a horse surviving difficult conditions. They reach the Golden Cross, where Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle eagerly welcome their famous leader.

En/Pt → Pickwick holds out a shilling and tells the driver it is his payment.

To Pickwick's great surprise, the driver throws the money onto the street and challenges him to a fight.

Snodgrass says the driver is mad.

Winkle suggests he is drunk.

Tupman says he may be both mad and drunk.

The driver raises his fists and challenges all four men to fight.

Several other drivers happily gather around, shout that this is fun, and encourage Sam to fight.

A man wearing black cloth sleeves asks Sam what the argument is about.

The cab driver asks why Pickwick wanted his number.

Astonished, Pickwick says he did not want the number.

The driver asks why Pickwick wrote it down.

Pickwick angrily says he did not write it down.

The driver asks the crowd to imagine an informer riding in his cab and writing down both his number and every word. Pickwick suddenly understands that his notebook caused the mistake.

En/Pt → Another driver asks whether Pickwick really did that.

Sam says yes and claims Pickwick tried to make him attack in front of three witnesses. He throws down his hat and quickly hits Pickwick, Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle several times within seconds.

Snodgrass asks where a police officer is.

A pie seller suggests putting the men under a water pump.

Breathless, Pickwick warns the driver that he will be punished.

The crowd shouts that the men are informers.

Still raising his fists, the driver again challenges them to fight.

At first, the crowd only watches. After hearing the Pickwickians are informers, they consider putting them under the pump. A stranger arrives before the crowd can attack.

A tall, thin young man in a green coat comes from the coach yard and asks what the fun is.

The crowd again shouts that they are informers.

Pickwick loudly insists they are not informers, and his honest voice should convince any fair listener.

En/Pt → The young man questions Pickwick while forcing his way through the crowd with his elbows.

Pickwick quickly explains what truly happened.

The man in green pulls Pickwick away, orders driver number 924 to take his money and leave, and says Pickwick is respectable. Speaking rapidly in broken phrases, he leads Pickwick and his friends into the waiting room.

The stranger loudly orders strong, sweet hot brandy for everyone and raw steak for the injured eye. He jokes that a cold lamp post could also help but would be inconvenient. Then he drinks quickly and drops into a chair.

While his friends thank the stranger, Pickwick studies the man's clothes and appearance.

The stranger is of average height, but his thin body and long legs make him look taller. His old green coat is too small and faded, his trousers and shoes are worn, and dirty stockings show. Long black hair hangs under an old hat. His face is thin and tired, but he looks bold, cheerful, and confident.

En/Pt → After his friends finish thanking the stranger, Pickwick recovers his glasses and offers his own carefully chosen words of gratitude.

The stranger stops him and says no more thanks are needed. He praises the driver's fighting but claims he would have beaten both the driver and the pie seller.

The Rochester coachman enters and announces that the Commodore coach is about to leave.

The stranger jumps up and says it is his coach and he has an outside seat. He leaves the others to pay for the brandy and complains about bad money.

Pickwick and his three friends also plan to stop first in Rochester. After telling the stranger, they agree to share the rear seat of the coach.

The stranger helps Pickwick onto the roof so quickly that Pickwick loses much of his dignified appearance.

The coachman asks whether the stranger has any luggage.

The stranger says he has only a brown paper package because his large, heavy boxes travelled by water. He pushes the package into his pocket, though it appears to contain only one shirt and a handkerchief.

En/Pt → As the coach passes under a low arch, the talkative stranger warns everyone to protect their heads. He tells a ridiculous story about a tall mother losing her head there while still holding a sandwich, then jokes about another famous head lost at Whitehall.

Pickwick says he is thinking deeply about how quickly human life and fortune can change.

The stranger understands this as entering a palace one day and leaving through its window the next. He asks whether Pickwick is a philosopher.

Pickwick says he observes human nature.

The stranger says he does too and jokes that people often become observers when they have little work and less money. Then he asks if Pickwick is a poet.

Pickwick says his friend Snodgrass has a strong poetic nature.

The stranger says he is also a poet and wrote a ten-thousand-line epic about the July Revolution while fighting by day and writing by night.

En/Pt → Snodgrass asks whether the stranger was present during that glorious revolution.

The stranger claims he fired a gun, rushed into a wine shop to write each poetic idea, then returned to battle. He suddenly turns to Winkle and asks whether he is a sportsman.

The narrator notes the stranger's remarkable imagination: this conversation happens in 1827, but the July Revolution will occur only in 1830.

Winkle says he is a little interested in sport.

The stranger calls it a fine activity and asks whether Winkle owns dogs.

Winkle says he has none at present.

The stranger says Winkle should keep dogs because they are intelligent. He tells a story about his hunting dog Ponto, who stopped before a field after reading a sign that ordered gamekeepers to shoot every dog found there.

Pickwick calls the event remarkable and asks permission to write it down.

The stranger agrees and claims to know a hundred more stories about the dog. Then he comments on a pretty woman whom Tupman is watching beside the road.

En/Pt → Tupman agrees that she is very pretty.

The stranger says Spanish women are more beautiful than English women, with black hair, dark eyes, and lovely figures.

Tupman asks whether the stranger has visited Spain.

The stranger claims he lived there for many years.

Tupman asks whether he won the love of many women.

The stranger claims thousands of victories. He tells of beautiful Donna Christina, whose jealous father opposed their love. She swallowed poison, but he saved her with a stomach pump from his bag. Her father then happily allowed their marriage.

Impressed by her beauty, Tupman asks if Donna Christina is now in England.

The stranger sadly says she died because she never fully recovered from the stomach pump treatment.

The poetic Snodgrass asks what happened to her father.

The stranger says the father disappeared from sorrow. Weeks later, workers cleaning a blocked public fountain found him headfirst inside the main pipe, with a confession in his boot. After they removed him, the fountain worked again.

En/Pt → Deeply moved, Snodgrass asks permission to record the romantic story.

The stranger agrees and offers fifty more stories, calling his life strange and unusual.

The stranger continues telling stories and drinking ale whenever the coach changes horses. By Rochester Bridge, Pickwick and Snodgrass have filled their notebooks with his adventures.

Seeing the old castle, Snodgrass poetically calls it a magnificent ruin.

Looking through his telescope, Pickwick says the castle is an excellent subject for someone who studies the past.

The stranger rapidly praises the old walls, arches, dark corners, cathedral, ancient stairs, doors, monks, weapons, tombs, and legends. He continues talking to himself until the coach stops at the Bull Inn.

Winkle asks whether the stranger will stay at the inn.

The stranger says he will not stay but recommends the place. He warns that the nearby hotel is very expensive and adds charges for everything.

Winkle whispers to Pickwick, who whispers to Snodgrass, who whispers to Tupman. They all agree, and Pickwick speaks to the stranger.

En/Pt → Pickwick says the stranger helped them greatly that morning and invites him to dinner as a small sign of thanks.

The stranger gladly accepts, suggests chicken with mushrooms, and asks the time.

Pickwick checks his watch. Since it is nearly three, he suggests five o'clock.

The stranger agrees to exactly five. He says goodbye, tilts his old hat, and walks quickly into the main street with half his paper package outside his pocket.

Pickwick says the man is clearly a traveller who has visited many countries and closely studied people and events.

Snodgrass says he would like to see the stranger's poem.

Winkle says he would like to have seen the remarkable dog.

Tupman says nothing but thinks about Donna Christina, the stomach pump, and the fountain until tears fill his eyes.

After reserving a private sitting room, inspecting bedrooms, and ordering dinner, the group goes out to see the city and nearby area.

En/Pt → A careful reading of Pickwick's notes about Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton shows that his impressions are similar to those of other travellers. His description can be shortened easily.

Pickwick writes that the towns mainly produce soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dock workers. Shops sell naval goods, sweets, fruit, and fish. Drunken soldiers make the streets lively. He sarcastically praises one soldier who stabbed a barmaid after she refused him more drink, then offered to forgive her.

Pickwick writes that people must smoke a great deal because tobacco fills the streets. Some travellers may dislike the dirt, but he jokingly calls it a welcome sign of business and prosperity.

The stranger arrives exactly at five, and dinner follows soon afterward. He no longer carries his paper package but wears the same clothes and talks even more than before.

As the waiter lifts a dish cover, the stranger asks what is underneath.

En/Pt → The waiter says the dish contains sole fish.

The stranger calls sole an excellent fish and makes a confusing joke about London coaches carrying baskets of them to political dinners. Then he offers Pickwick wine.

Pickwick accepts. The stranger drinks first with him, then separately with Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle, and finally with the whole group, almost as quickly as he talks.

The stranger tells the waiter there is great confusion on the stairs, with benches, workers, lamps, glasses, and musical instruments. He asks what event is being prepared.

The waiter says there will be a ball.

The stranger asks if it is a public assembly.

The waiter says no. It is a ball held to raise money for charity.

With great interest, Tupman asks the waiter whether many beautiful women live in the town.

The stranger praises Kent for its apples, cherries, hops, and women, then offers wine.

Mr. Tupman gladly accepts. The stranger fills his glass and drinks it.

En/Pt → Returning to the subject of the ball, Mr. Tupman says he would very much like to attend.

The waiter says tickets are available at the bar for half a guinea each.

Tupman again says he wants to go, but his friends do not answer. He turns his attention to the wine and dessert, and the group relaxes after dinner.

The stranger asks them to pass the bottle around without leaving any wine. He quickly empties another glass like an experienced drinker.

They order more wine. The stranger talks while the Pickwickians listen. Tupman wants the ball more and more, Pickwick becomes warmly cheerful, and Winkle and Snodgrass fall asleep.

The stranger hears music upstairs and says the ball is beginning. The first dance starts.

Tupman again says how much he wants to go.

The stranger also wants to go but says all his clothes are packed in heavy luggage.

Helping others was an important Pickwick Club principle. Tupman often practiced it by sending people in need to other members for clothes or money.

En/Pt → Tupman offers to lend the stranger clothes but notes that the stranger is thin while he is not.

The stranger calls Tupman fat, jokes that he looks like Bacchus in ordinary clothes, laughs, and asks for the wine.

Tupman feels offended by the joke and the demand for wine. He stares sternly, but the calm stranger does not react. Tupman finally relaxes and returns to the ball.

Tupman says his own clothes are too large, but Winkle's suit may fit the stranger.

The stranger studies Winkle and happily says the suit will be perfect.

Tupman sees that Pickwick has also fallen asleep from the wine. Pickwick had moved between great joy and sadness before finally sitting with his head down and snoring loudly.

Tupman strongly wants to attend the ball and take the stranger, who knows the area well. Winkle is asleep and will probably go straight to bed when he wakes. Tupman remains uncertain until the stranger offers more wine.

En/Pt → Tupman drinks the final glass, which helps him make his decision.

Tupman explains that Winkle has a formal suit in his bag. The stranger can wear it to the ball and return it before Winkle knows.

The stranger calls it an excellent plan and jokes about wearing another man's clothes while his own many coats are packed.

Tupman says they must buy tickets.

The stranger suggests flipping a coin to decide who pays for both. He calls one side but loses.

Tupman buys the tickets and orders candles. Fifteen minutes later, the stranger is wearing Winkle's complete suit.

As the stranger admires himself in a mirror, Tupman explains that the new coat has their club button. It shows Pickwick's face and the letters P.C.

The stranger asks if P.C. means "Peculiar Coat." Offended, Tupman explains the true meaning of the symbol.

The stranger complains that the coat is short and jokes that short men receive long coats while tall men receive short ones. After adjusting Winkle's clothes, he goes upstairs to the ballroom with Tupman.

En/Pt → The doorman asks their names. Tupman starts to answer, but the stranger stops him.

The stranger says their names are not impressive enough for a public ball. He suggests remaining unknown as gentlemen from London or important foreigners. Then they enter.

The long ballroom has red benches, candles, musicians above the floor, and several groups dancing. In the next room, older guests play cards.

When the dance ends, people walk around. Tupman and the stranger stand in a corner and watch.

Tupman calls the women charming.

The stranger says the important guests have not arrived. He explains that each social group knows only the group above it, while the commissioner knows nobody.

Tupman asks about a small fair-haired person with pink eyes and unusual clothes.

The stranger warns that this is not a little boy but Ensign Wilmot Snipe of an important family.

The doorman announces Sir Thomas Clubber, his wife, and daughters. The tall man and three large women enter wearing fashionable blue clothes, causing great excitement.

En/Pt → The stranger says Sir Thomas is the powerful head of the dockyard. Important guests welcome the family while Sir Thomas stands proudly above the crowd.

The Smithie family is announced next.

Tupman asks who Mr. Smithie is.

The stranger says Smithie has some dockyard job. Smithie bows respectfully to Sir Thomas, who answers proudly. Lady Clubber examines Mrs. Smithie, who stares at another lower-ranking woman.

Colonel Bulder, his wife, and daughter arrive next.

The stranger explains that the colonel commands the military base.

The Clubber daughters warmly greet Miss Bulder, and their mothers greet each other with great affection. The colonel and Sir Thomas exchange snuff boxes and look like rulers of the room.

While the most important families gather at one end, every lower social group copies them. Officers, dockyard families, lawyers' wives, merchants, and shopkeepers all arrange themselves by rank.

Doctor Slammer is a small, popular, bald man and army surgeon. He talks, laughs, dances, plays cards, and goes everywhere. Most importantly, he gives constant attention to a richly dressed old widow whose money attracts him.

En/Pt → Tupman and the stranger watch the doctor and widow until the stranger speaks.

The stranger says the widow has plenty of money and taking her from the proud doctor would be amusing.

He announces that he will dance with the widow.

Tupman asks who she is.

The stranger admits he has never seen her. He crosses the room, looks at her with admiration, picks up her dropped fan, and begins talking. Soon he and Mrs. Budger join a dance.

Doctor Slammer is shocked. The unknown young stranger has taken the widow's attention. Worse, the stranger introduces Tupman, and Mrs. Budger begins dancing with him while the serious Tupman jumps through the steps.

The doctor silently watches the stranger serve drinks, biscuits, and attention to the widow. When the stranger takes her to her carriage, the doctor leaves the room boiling with anger.

The stranger returns beside Tupman, speaking quietly and laughing. Doctor Slammer hates seeing him celebrate his victory.

En/Pt → In a terrible voice, Slammer gives the stranger his card and announces his name, regiment, and address. Anger prevents him from saying more.

The stranger calmly thanks him and says he will call Doctor Slammer if he becomes ill.

The furious doctor calls him dishonest, cowardly, and a liar, then demands his card.

The stranger pretends the doctor drank too much and advises lemonade for older gentlemen in hot rooms. Then he starts walking away.

Doctor Slammer says the stranger is drunk but promises to find him at the hotel the next morning.

The calm stranger makes a joke about being found out rather than found at home.

Doctor Slammer puts on his hat with great anger. The stranger and Tupman go upstairs to return Winkle's borrowed clothes.

Winkle is still asleep, so they quickly replace the suit. The stranger leaves, and drunken Tupman struggles with his nightcap and candle before finally getting into bed.

En/Pt → Just after seven the next morning, loud knocking wakes Mr. Pickwick.

Pickwick sits up and asks who is there.

The hotel servant answers.

Pickwick asks what he wants.

The servant asks which gentleman owns a bright blue formal coat with a gold P.C. button.

Pickwick thinks the coat was sent for cleaning and the servant forgot its owner.

He directs the servant to Mr. Winkle's room.

The servant thanks him and leaves.

Loud knocking wakes Tupman, who asks what is wrong.

The servant asks to speak with Mr. Winkle.

Tupman calls Winkle in the inner room.

A weak voice answers from under the blankets.

Tupman says someone is at the door, then immediately falls asleep again.

Winkle jumps from bed, dresses partly, and wonders who could want him so far from London.

The servant says a gentleman in the coffee room insists on seeing him briefly.

Winkle finds this strange but promises to come down immediately.

En/Pt → Winkle wraps himself in a shawl and dressing gown and enters the coffee room. An army officer sends the cleaners away, carefully closes the door, and confirms Winkle's identity.

Winkle says that is his name.

The officer says he has come on behalf of his friend Doctor Slammer.

Winkle repeats the doctor's name in surprise.

The officer says Slammer considers Winkle's behavior the previous night unacceptable between gentlemen.

Winkle's complete surprise is obvious, so the officer continues.

The officer says Slammer believes Winkle was drunk and may not remember the insult. If Winkle uses this excuse, Slammer will accept a written apology dictated by the officer.

Winkle repeats "a written apology" in amazement.

The officer calmly says Winkle knows the other choice, meaning a duel.

Confused, Winkle asks if Slammer identified him by name.

The officer says he did not witness the event. Since the man refused to give his card, Slammer described his unusual bright blue coat with a gold button showing a face and P.C.

En/Pt → Winkle nearly falls from shock at the exact description of his clothes. The officer says hotel staff identified the coat's owner as one of four men who arrived the previous afternoon, and Pickwick directed him to Winkle.

Winkle is more surprised than if Rochester Castle had moved outside the window. He first thinks his coat was stolen and asks the officer to wait.

The officer agrees.

Winkle runs upstairs and opens his bag with a shaking hand. The coat is there but clearly shows signs of being worn the previous night.

Winkle decides he must have become drunk, changed coats, gone out, and insulted someone without remembering. He returns downstairs, determined to accept Slammer's challenge and face the consequences.

Winkle worries about his reputation in the club. If he refuses his first dangerous challenge, the others will lose respect for him. He also hopes the guns may not contain real bullets or that Snodgrass will warn Pickwick, who can ask authorities to stop the duel.

En/Pt → With these thoughts, Winkle returns to the coffee room and accepts the doctor's challenge.

The officer asks Winkle to name a friend who can arrange the meeting's time and place.

Winkle says this is unnecessary and asks the officer to give him the details directly.

The officer casually suggests sunset that evening.

Winkle agrees aloud while privately thinking the plan is terrible.

The officer asks if Winkle knows Fort Pitt.

Winkle says he saw the place the day before.

The officer gives directions through a field beside the trench. He will lead Winkle to a private place where nobody can interrupt their business.

Winkle nervously thinks about the words no interruption.

The officer says there is nothing else to arrange.

Winkle agrees and says good morning.

The officer returns the greeting and walks away while whistling cheerfully.

Breakfast is uncomfortable. Tupman cannot get up after the previous night's drinking, Snodgrass seems sadly poetic, and even Pickwick is quiet and drinks soda water. When Snodgrass suggests visiting the castle, Winkle joins him so they can talk alone.

En/Pt → Away from the main street, Winkle asks whether Snodgrass can keep a secret, while secretly hoping he cannot.

Snodgrass promises he can and begins to swear an oath.

Frightened that Snodgrass will truly promise silence, Winkle quickly says no oath is necessary.

Snodgrass lowers the hand he had raised dramatically toward the sky and prepares to listen.

Winkle says he needs help with a matter of honour.

Snodgrass warmly takes his hand and promises to help.

Winkle explains that he must meet Doctor Slammer and another officer for a duel at sunset in a lonely field beyond Fort Pitt.

Snodgrass promises to accompany him.

Snodgrass is surprised but not frightened. Winkle forgot that everyone except the person fighting can remain calm in such situations.

Winkle warns that the results may be terrible.

Snodgrass says he hopes they will not be.

Winkle says the doctor is probably an excellent shot.

Snodgrass calmly says most military men shoot well but assumes Winkle does too.

En/Pt → Winkle says yes. Seeing that this has not frightened his friend enough, he tries another argument.

With a trembling voice, Winkle says that if he dies, Snodgrass will find a packet containing a note for his father.

This attempt also fails. Snodgrass is moved but agrees to deliver the note as easily as a postman.

Winkle warns that if either man falls, Snodgrass may be tried as an assistant and sent away as a prisoner for life.

Snodgrass is slightly troubled but bravely says he will face every danger for friendship.

Winkle silently curses his friend's loyalty as they walk. The morning passes, and he becomes desperate.

Winkle suddenly begs Snodgrass not to inform the authorities or bring police to arrest him and Doctor Slammer before the duel. He strongly repeats that Snodgrass must not do this.

Snodgrass warmly takes his hand and promises he would never do such a thing.

En/Pt → Winkle trembles as he realizes his friend's fear will not save him and he must become a living target.

After fully explaining the situation, they rent pistols, powder, bullets, and caps in Rochester. They return to the inn, where Winkle worries about the duel while Snodgrass prepares the weapons.

On a dark evening, they leave for their difficult task. Winkle hides inside a huge cloak while Snodgrass carries the weapons under his own.

In an anxious voice, Winkle asks if Snodgrass has everything.

Snodgrass says he has plenty of ammunition if the first shots fail, including much powder and newspapers for loading the guns.

Winkle is perhaps too grateful to speak and continues walking very slowly.

As they climb over a fence, Snodgrass says they are perfectly on time because the sun is setting. Winkle looks at the sinking sun and fears he may soon fall too.

After walking a few minutes, Winkle says he sees the officer.

En/Pt → Snodgrass asks where he is.

Winkle points to a man in a blue cloak. The officer signals with one hand, and the two friends follow him from a short distance.

The evening grows darker, and sad wind crosses the empty fields. Winkle becomes gloomy and jumps when the trench looks like a giant grave.

The officer leaves the path, climbs a fence and hedge, and enters a private field. Two men wait there: a short fat man and a large man calmly sitting on a camp chair.

Snodgrass guesses they are the opponent and a doctor, then offers Winkle brandy. Winkle takes a long drink.

Winkle introduces Snodgrass as his friend. Doctor Slammer's companion bows and takes out a pistol case.

Coldly opening the case, the officer says there is nothing else to discuss because the apology was refused.

Snodgrass agrees, though he is now beginning to feel uncomfortable.

The officer asks Snodgrass to step forward.

En/Pt → Snodgrass agrees. They measure the distance and arrange the duel.

The other assistant offers his own pistols, which Snodgrass saw him load, and asks if he objects to using them.

Snodgrass accepts with relief because he hardly knows how to load a pistol.

The officer says they can place the two fighters, speaking as calmly as if they were chess pieces.

Snodgrass agrees because he knows nothing about duels and would accept any suggestion. Each assistant goes to his fighter.

Snodgrass says everything is ready, gives Winkle a pistol, and asks for his cloak.

Poor Winkle asks whether Snodgrass has the packet for his father.

Snodgrass says it is safe and advises Winkle to remain steady and wound his opponent.

Winkle thinks this advice is like telling a small boy in a street fight to win, which is useful only if he knows how. He slowly removes his cloak, accepts the pistol, and approaches his opponent as the others step back.

En/Pt → Because Winkle is very kind, he closes his eyes to avoid seeing himself hurt anyone. Therefore, he does not see Doctor Slammer stare, step back, rub his eyes, and finally shout for everyone to stop.

As the others run forward, Doctor Slammer says Winkle is not the man.

The doctor's assistant repeats in surprise that he is not the man.

Snodgrass also repeats the statement.

The man holding the camp chair repeats it too.

Doctor Slammer firmly says Winkle is not the person who insulted him the night before.

The officer calls the situation very strange.

The man with the chair seriously suggests that since Winkle came to the field, perhaps formal rules require treating him as the guilty person even if he is not. Then he takes tobacco and looks wise.

Hearing the duel stop, Winkle opens his eyes and realizes there was a mistake. He decides he can improve his reputation by hiding why he truly accepted the challenge and steps forward boldly.

En/Pt → Winkle admits he is not the man and already knew it.

The man with the chair says this admission insults Doctor Slammer and gives them reason to continue the duel.

The doctor's assistant tells Payne to be quiet and asks Winkle why he did not explain the mistake that morning.

The man with the chair angrily agrees with the question.

The assistant again asks Payne to be quiet and repeats his question to Winkle.

Winkle says the officer described a drunken, rude man wearing the same coat Winkle invented as the Pickwick Club uniform. To defend the uniform's honour, Winkle accepted the challenge without asking questions.

The friendly doctor offers his hand, praises Winkle's courage, and apologizes for causing a useless and inconvenient meeting.

Winkle politely says the doctor need not mention it.

The doctor says he will be proud to know Winkle.

Winkle says the pleasure will be his. He shakes hands with the doctor, Lieutenant Tappleton, Payne, and finally Snodgrass, who greatly admires his heroic friend.

En/Pt → Lieutenant Tappleton suggests that they leave the field.

The doctor agrees.

Payne asks whether Winkle feels insulted by the challenge and wants satisfaction.

With great generosity, Winkle says he is already completely satisfied.

Payne then asks whether Snodgrass feels insulted by his earlier remarks and offers to fight him immediately.

Snodgrass quickly thanks Payne for the generous offer but refuses because he is satisfied with everything. The assistants pack the pistols, and everyone leaves much more cheerfully than they arrived.

As they walk together in friendship, Doctor Slammer asks how long Winkle will remain there.

Winkle says they will probably leave the day after tomorrow.

The doctor invites Winkle and Snodgrass to his rooms for a pleasant evening after the awkward mistake and asks whether they are free that night.

Winkle says they have friends at the inn and do not want to leave them. He invites the doctor and his friend to join them at the Bull.

En/Pt → The doctor gladly accepts and asks whether ten o'clock is too late for a short visit.

Winkle says it is not late and will happily introduce him to Pickwick and Tupman.

Doctor Slammer says he will be delighted, without knowing who Tupman really is.

Snodgrass asks the doctor to promise he will come.

The doctor says he certainly will.

At the road, they exchange warm goodbyes. Doctor Slammer and his friends return to the army buildings, while Winkle and Snodgrass go back to the inn.

CHAPTER III. A New Acquaintance--the Stroller's Tale--a Disagreeable Interruption, and an Unpleasant Encounter

En/Pt → Pickwick worries because Winkle and Snodgrass were mysteriously absent all morning. He welcomes them warmly and asks what happened. Before Snodgrass can explain, he notices Tupman, yesterday's coach companion, and another strange man. The new man looks tired and unhealthy, with a yellow face, deep bright eyes, messy black hair, a green scarf, worn black coat, wide trousers, and large old boots.

Winkle looks at the strange man as Pickwick introduces him as a theatre performer and friend of their coach companion. The man was about to tell them a theatre story when Winkle entered.

The man in green quietly tells Winkle that the visitor has many stories and plays serious roles. He is not a good actor, has suffered greatly, and is called Dismal Jemmy. Winkle and Snodgrass welcome him and sit with drinks.

Pickwick asks the gloomy man to continue the story he was about to tell.

The man takes a dirty roll of paper from his pocket. Seeing Snodgrass's notebook, he asks in a hollow voice whether Snodgrass is the poet.

En/Pt → Surprised by the sudden question, Snodgrass says he writes a little poetry.

The gloomy man says poetry gives beauty to life, just as light and music improve a stage. Without these beautiful illusions, little remains worth caring about.

Snodgrass agrees that this is very true.

The man says standing before the stage lights is like admiring rich people in beautiful clothes. Behind the stage, forgotten workers create that beauty and must survive or starve according to luck.

Because the gloomy man's deep eyes remain fixed on him, Snodgrass feels he must agree.

The stranger urges Jemmy to continue the story clearly and cheerfully.

Pickwick offers him another drink before he begins.

The sad man mixes brandy and water, drinks half, opens his papers, and begins reading and telling "The Stroller's Tale."

The narrator says his story is not strange or magical. Poverty and illness are sadly common. He writes because he knew the man for years and watched him fall step by step into hopeless need.

En/Pt → The man was a comic actor and regular drunk. He once earned good money, but drinking weakened his body and destroyed his career. He could not resist pubs, lost every job, and finally had no food.

He joined poor temporary theatre workers who found jobs only during large shows. He earned a little money helping in cheap theatres, but spent it on drink. Soon even this work disappeared, and he nearly starved.

After a year, the narrator met him backstage. The sick man wore a clown costume, but his swollen body, thin legs, painted face, shaking head, and weak hands looked horrible. He described his suffering and asked for money. The narrator gave him some coins, then heard the audience laugh when the sick clown fell onstage.

A few nights later, a boy brought a dirty note saying the man was dangerously ill and asking for a visit. After the show, the narrator went to his home.

En/Pt → It was a cold, wet, windy night. Dark streets were full of water, and many lamps had gone out. After some difficulty, he found the poor room above a coal shed.

The man's unhappy wife met him and said her husband had just fallen asleep. She quietly led him to a chair beside the bed, while the sick man faced the wall.

The room contained an old bed, torn curtains, a weak fire, a broken table, medicine bottles, and a child sleeping on the floor. A few dishes and old theatre objects were almost everything the family owned.

The narrator watched the man's heavy breathing and feverish movements. The sick man's hand touched his, and he suddenly sat up and stared.

His wife explains that the visitor is Mr. Hutley, whom he requested.

The sick man struggles to remember Hutley, then grabs his wrist and begs him to stay. He fears his wife will murder him.

En/Pt → Hutley asks the crying wife how long he has behaved this way.

She says it began the previous night and asks her husband if he knows her.

The man begs Hutley to keep her away. He admits beating her, starving her and their son, and now fears revenge because he is helpless.

Hutley understands the truth by looking at the woman's pale, thin body. He asks her to move out of sight because her presence cannot calm the man.

The sick man anxiously asks if she has gone.

Hutley says yes and promises she will not hurt him.

The man says her eyes fill him with terrible fear. He calls her an evil spirit because no ordinary woman could have survived his cruelty.

Hutley feels sick when he imagines years of cruelty and neglect. He can offer the man no hope or comfort.

For two hours, the patient moves restlessly and speaks without sense. When he becomes partly unconscious, Hutley leaves and promises to return the next night and remain if needed.

En/Pt → Hutley returns as promised and finds a frightening change. The man's eyes shine, his lips are dry and cracked, his skin burns, and the fever is at its worst.

Hutley sits for hours beside the dying man. He sees the weak body that had recently entertained laughing crowds now twisting in terrible pain.

In his fever, the actor imagines theatres, pubs, work, and drink. He believes people stop him from performing, sings old songs, acts in bed, and asks for a glass. Then he imagines dark tunnels, insects, monsters, hot irons, and ropes around his head.

After a violent attack, he seems asleep. Then he grabs Hutley's shoulder and sits up. His frightened child runs forward, but the mother catches it. The man recognizes them, tries to speak and reach toward them, then falls back dead.

The writers would like to record Pickwick's opinion of the story, but an unfortunate interruption prevents it.

En/Pt → Pickwick puts down his glass and opens his mouth to speak just as the waiter enters.

The waiter announces some gentlemen.

Pickwick may have been about to say something important. He looks angrily at the waiter and then at the others, seeking information.

Winkle says the visitors are friendly officers he met under strange circumstances that morning. He asks the waiter to bring them in.

Pickwick becomes calm again as the waiter brings in three gentlemen.

Winkle begins introducing Lieutenant Tappleton, Doctor Payne, and Doctor Slammer to Pickwick and the others.

Winkle suddenly stops because Tupman and Doctor Slammer show strong emotion.

The doctor says he has met Tupman before.

Winkle expresses surprise.

Slammer recognizes the stranger too and says the man refused his urgent invitation the previous night. He looks angrily at him and whispers to Tappleton.

Tappleton reacts with surprise after hearing the story.

Doctor Slammer confirms that it is true.

En/Pt → Doctor Payne seriously says Slammer must kick the stranger immediately.

Tappleton silences Payne and asks the confused Pickwick whether the stranger belongs to his group.

Pickwick says no, explaining that the man is only their guest.

Tappleton asks if the stranger belongs to the Pickwick Club.

Pickwick firmly says he does not.

Tappleton asks if the stranger ever wears the club button.

The amazed Pickwick says never.

Tappleton begins to doubt Slammer's memory. Slammer looks angry and confused, while Payne stares fiercely at innocent Pickwick.

Slammer suddenly asks Tupman if he attended the ball the previous night.

Tupman weakly says yes while staring at Pickwick.

The doctor points to the stranger and says he was Tupman's companion.

Tupman admits this.

Slammer again demands the stranger's card. Otherwise, he threatens to punish him physically in front of everyone.

Pickwick stops them and demands an explanation. He orders Tupman to tell the story.

En/Pt → Tupman briefly admits lending Winkle's coat after dinner and expresses some regret. Then he leaves the stranger to defend himself.

Before the stranger can speak, Tappleton looks closely and asks if he has seen him at the theatre.

The stranger calmly says yes.

Tappleton says the stranger is a traveling actor in a show being performed by another regiment. He tells Slammer that a gentleman cannot continue a duel with such a man.

Doctor Payne agrees completely.

Tappleton apologizes to Pickwick for the situation but advises him to choose his companions more carefully. Then he leaves quickly.

The angry Payne says he would have pulled the nose of Pickwick and every other man there. He loudly gives his name and follows his friends out. Slammer leaves after giving everyone a terrible look.

Pickwick fills with rage and confusion. When the door closes, he rushes after Payne, but Snodgrass grabs his coat and pulls him back.

En/Pt → Snodgrass calls for help, saying Pickwick must not risk his important life over this matter.

Pickwick demands to be released.

Snodgrass orders everyone to hold him tightly, and together they force Pickwick into a chair.

The stranger recommends brandy and water for the brave old gentleman. After testing the drink himself, he puts the glass to Pickwick's mouth.

After a short pause, the drink calms Pickwick and his friendly expression returns.

The sad storyteller says the officers do not deserve Pickwick's attention.

Pickwick agrees and feels ashamed of his anger. He invites the man to join them at the table.

Everyone forms a circle again, and peace returns. Winkle remains slightly annoyed about his borrowed coat, but the evening ends as cheerfully as it began.

CHAPTER IV. A Field Day and Bivouac--more New Friends--an Invitation to the Country

En/Pt → The editors openly admit that other people's records provide their information. They only arrange and clearly tell the facts to readers who want Pickwickian knowledge.

In this spirit, they say that Snodgrass's notebook supplies the details of this chapter and the next.

Early the next morning, Rochester and nearby towns are full of excitement. The army will hold a grand review with several regiments, temporary defenses, an attack, and an explosion.

Pickwick greatly admires the army, and the event pleases all his friends. They soon walk toward the field with crowds of other people.

The field looks important and busy. Guards protect spaces, servants save seats, officers run everywhere, and Colonel Bulder rides around shouting without clear reason. Even ordinary soldiers look serious and mysterious.

Pickwick, Winkle, and Snodgrass wait at the crowd's front for two uncomfortable hours. People push them, step on their feet, knock hats down, and make rude jokes. Tupman has mysteriously disappeared.

En/Pt → A roar announces the army's arrival. Flags appear, weapons shine, and soldiers form long lines. Bands play, horses jump, dogs bark, and the crowd screams while thousands of red-coated soldiers stand still.

Pickwick has been busy avoiding horses and falling people. When he finally stands firmly and sees the full scene, he is delighted.

He asks Winkle if anything could be finer.

Winkle says nothing could, although two short men have been standing on his feet.

Snodgrass poetically praises the brave soldiers standing before peaceful citizens with gentle, intelligent expressions.

Pickwick likes the praise, but the soldiers' eyes show little intelligence because they have been ordered to stare straight ahead without expression.

Pickwick looks around and says they now have an excellent position. The nearby crowd has moved away.

Snodgrass and Winkle agree that it is excellent.

Pickwick adjusts his glasses and asks what the soldiers are doing.

Turning pale, Winkle says he thinks they are going to fire.

En/Pt → Pickwick quickly calls this nonsense.

The worried Snodgrass also thinks they will fire.

Pickwick says it is impossible. At once, six regiments aim toward the Pickwickians and fire an enormous, earth-shaking shot.

Under fire from blank guns, Pickwick remains calm. He holds Winkle and stands between his friends, explaining that only the noise can harm their hearing.

Pale Winkle worries that someone may have loaded a real bullet by mistake. He thinks he heard one pass close to his ear.

Snodgrass suggests lying face down on the ground.

Pickwick says the firing is over. Although his face is pale and his lip shakes, he shows no fear in his words.

The firing stops, but then six regiments fix their bayonets and run directly toward Pickwick and his friends.

Even great courage has limits. Pickwick watches the soldiers briefly, then turns and moves away as fast as his short legs can carry him. He notices the full danger too late.

En/Pt → Another line of soldiers waits on the opposite side to meet the false attack. Pickwick and his two friends are trapped between the advancing and waiting armies.

Officers in the advancing line shout at them.

Officers in the waiting line order them to move away.

The worried Pickwickians shouted and asked where they should go.

Someone only shouted back. After confusion, heavy steps, a crash, and laughter, the soldiers moved far away, and Mr. Pickwick fell with his boots in the air.

Snodgrass and Winkle were also knocked over. Sitting on the ground with a bleeding nose, Winkle saw Pickwick running after his hat.

Few things make a man look more foolish than chasing his own hat. He must follow it carefully, get ahead of it, catch it quickly, and smile as if the whole thing were a joke.

A light wind kept rolling Pickwick's hat away. It might have gone beyond his reach, but something stopped it just as he was ready to give up.

En/Pt → The hat struck a carriage wheel. Pickwick grabbed it and stopped to breathe. Then he heard Tupman call him and looked up at a surprising and pleasant sight.

An open carriage held an old gentleman, two young women, a young man, an older woman, and Tupman. A large food basket was tied behind it, and a fat red-faced boy slept on the driver's seat.

Pickwick had only just looked at this interesting group when Tupman called him again.

Tupman called Pickwick and told him to come up quickly.

The old gentleman invited him up and ordered Joe to lower the steps. The sleepy fat boy opened the carriage door as Snodgrass and Winkle arrived.

The old man said there was room for everyone. He pulled Pickwick and Snodgrass inside, while Winkle sat beside Joe, who immediately fell asleep again.

The friendly old man said he knew them from evenings at their club and had met Tupman that morning. He warmly asked how they were.

En/Pt → Pickwick thanked him for the compliment and warmly shook his hand.

The old man greeted Snodgrass and Winkle, then introduced his daughters, his unmarried sister Rachael Wardle, and joked about her age.

Miss Wardle gave her brother a protesting smile.

The old man introduced his friend Mr. Trundle and invited everyone to enjoy the show. They all stood in the carriage to watch the soldiers.

The soldiers performed complicated exercises and fired very loud guns. The frightened women needed support from the men, but the fat boy slept through all the noise.

After the battle show ended, Mr. Wardle told someone to pinch the sleeping Joe's leg and ordered the boy to open the food basket.

The pinch woke the fat boy. He climbed down and unpacked the basket much faster than anyone expected.

Everyone squeezed into the carriage after many jokes about where the women should sit. Mr. Wardle then passed the food inside from Joe.

En/Pt → Wardle asked Joe for knives and forks, and everyone received them.

Wardle then asked for plates, which were passed around in the same way.

Wardle asked for the chickens, but Joe had fallen asleep again. After taps on his head woke him, he began passing in the food.

The word 'food' fully woke the fat boy. His eyes shone greedily as he unpacked the basket.

Wardle told Joe to hurry because the boy was staring lovingly at a fat chicken. Joe sighed and unwillingly handed it over.

Wardle quickly called for tongue, pigeon pie, veal, ham, lobsters, salad, and dressing. Soon dishes filled everyone's hands and knees.

When everyone began eating, cheerful Mr. Wardle asked if the meal was excellent.

Winkle, who was cutting a chicken on the driver's seat, said it was excellent.

Someone offered Winkle a glass of wine.

Winkle accepted the wine with great pleasure.

Wardle suggested that Winkle keep a whole bottle with him on the high seat.

En/Pt → Winkle thanked him for his kindness.

Wardle called for Joe.

Joe answered because he was awake this time, after secretly taking a small veal pie.

Wardle told Joe to give a bottle of wine to Winkle and warmly greeted his guest.

Winkle thanked him, emptied his glass, and put the bottle beside him.

Mr. Trundle politely asked Winkle to share a drink with him.

Winkle gladly agreed. The two men drank together, and then everyone, including the women, shared a round of wine.

The unmarried aunt jealously whispered to Wardle that Emily was flirting with the strange gentleman.

Wardle said Emily's behavior was natural and then offered wine to Pickwick, who accepted while closely examining the pigeon pie.

The aunt told Emily in a superior manner not to speak so loudly.

Emily protested in surprise at her aunt's comment.

Isabella whispered that their aunt wanted the older gentleman for herself. The sisters laughed, while the aunt failed to look pleasant.

En/Pt → Miss Wardle told Tupman that young women had too much energy, as if being lively were a serious crime.

Tupman agreed, but not as she expected. He said their energy was delightful.

Miss Wardle made a doubtful sound.

In his sweetest manner, Tupman touched Rachael's wrist and lifted the wine bottle, asking permission to serve her.

Rachael reacted strongly to Tupman's serious look and said she feared more guns might fire, so she might need his support again.

The aunt quietly asked Tupman whether he thought her dear nieces were pretty.

Tupman replied that he would think so if their aunt were not there, and looked at her with passion.

Rachael called Tupman naughty, then suggested that her nieces might look attractive by candlelight if their skin were better.

Tupman answered without much interest that he thought they might.

Rachael called him a joker and claimed she knew what he had been about to say.

En/Pt → Tupman asked what she meant, although he had not planned to say anything.

Rachael said he had noticed that Isabel bent her back. She agreed that this made a girl ugly and said Isabel would look terrible when older.

Tupman was happy to seem clever so easily, so he gave a knowing look and a mysterious smile.

Rachael admired his sharp smile and said she was almost afraid of him.

Tupman repeated in surprise that she was afraid of him.

Rachael said he could hide nothing from her and that she understood his smile.

Tupman asked what the smile meant, because he himself had no idea.

Rachael whispered that Tupman thought Emily's bold behavior was worse than Isabella's bad posture. She claimed Emily's behavior made her cry and would break her trusting brother's heart.

Emily whispered to Isabella that their aunt was certainly speaking badly about them because she looked so cruel.

En/Pt → Isabella reacted and called sweetly to her aunt.

The aunt answered Isabella affectionately.

Isabella pretended to worry that her aunt might catch cold and offered a scarf for her dear old head, reminding her to consider her age.

The cruel reply may have been deserved, but the aunt would probably have answered angrily if Wardle had not changed the subject by calling Joe.

The old gentleman complained that Joe had fallen asleep again.

Pickwick found the boy very unusual and asked whether he always slept like that.

Wardle said Joe was always asleep, even while doing errands or waiting at the table.

Pickwick said this was very strange.

Wardle proudly called Joe a natural wonder and said he would never give him up. Then he told Joe to clear the dishes and open another bottle.

Joe woke, swallowed the pie still in his mouth, and slowly cleared the meal. Everyone finished another bottle, packed the basket, and watched more military exercises before both the soldiers and the guests left.

En/Pt → At the end, Wardle shook Pickwick's hand and reminded him that they would all meet the next day.

Pickwick firmly agreed that they would come.

Wardle asked whether Pickwick had the address.

Pickwick checked his notebook and read the address: Manor Farm, Dingley Dell.

Wardle insisted they stay for a week and promised to show them real country life. Then he ordered the sleepy Joe to help put the horses into the carriage.

The horses were prepared, everyone said goodbye, and the carriage left. In the light of the setting sun, the Pickwickians saw Joe asleep once more.

CHAPTER V. A SHORT ONE--SHOWING, AMONG OTHER MATTERS, HOW Mr. PICKWICK UNDERTOOK TO DRIVE, AND MR. WINKLE TO RIDE, AND HOW THEY BOTH DID IT

En/Pt → On a bright and pleasant morning, Pickwick leaned over Rochester Bridge, enjoying the beautiful view while he waited for breakfast.

Below the bridge stood old ruined walls and an ancient castle. Fields, pastures, windmills, and churches stretched beside the Medway River, while fishing boats moved slowly across the shining water.

A deep sigh and a touch on his shoulder ended Pickwick's pleasant thoughts. He turned and saw the gloomy man beside him.

The gloomy man asked whether Pickwick was admiring the view.

Pickwick said that he was.

The man asked whether Pickwick was also pleased that he had risen so early.

Pickwick nodded to show that he agreed.

The gloomy man said people must rise early to see the sun at its best because its brightness rarely lasts all day. He compared morning to youth.

Pickwick said that the man spoke the truth.

The gloomy man said a fine morning often does not last, just like happiness in life. He wished he could either return to childhood or forget it forever.

En/Pt → Pickwick kindly said that the man must have suffered greatly.

The gloomy man quickly agreed. He said he had suffered more than anyone looking at him would imagine, then paused before continuing.

He asked Pickwick whether, on a morning like this, he had ever thought that drowning might bring happiness and peace.

Pickwick strongly said no and moved away from the railing, afraid that the gloomy man might push him over as an experiment.

The gloomy man said calm water seemed to invite him to rest. A jump and a short struggle, he said, would end all pain forever; then his excitement faded.

He ended the dark subject and said he wanted to discuss something else. He reminded Pickwick about the paper he had read aloud two nights earlier.

Pickwick agreed and began to explain what he had thought.

The gloomy man interrupted because he wanted no opinion. He asked whether Pickwick would share with his club a strange but true manuscript about real life.

En/Pt → Pickwick agreed and said the manuscript could be included in the club's official records.

The gloomy man promised to send it and wrote Pickwick's travel route in a greasy notebook. He refused an invitation to breakfast and slowly left the inn.

Pickwick's three friends were awake and waiting for him. They sat at the inviting breakfast table and quickly ate ham, eggs, and other food.

Pickwick asks how they should travel to Manor Farm.

Tupman suggests asking the waiter, so they call him.

The waiter says Dingley Dell is fifteen miles away by a country road and suggests a hired carriage.

Pickwick says that carriage holds only two people.

The waiter suggests a four-wheeled carriage, then realizes it holds only three people including the driver.

Snodgrass asks what they can do.

Looking at Winkle, the waiter suggests that one gentleman ride a horse. A servant from Manor Farm can return the horse later.

En/Pt → Pickwick likes the idea and asks Winkle to ride.

Winkle secretly doubts his riding skill, but he does not want anyone to know. He bravely says he would enjoy riding.

Winkle has now chosen his fate and cannot escape.

Pickwick orders the horses and carriage for eleven.

The waiter agrees.

After breakfast, the travelers go to their rooms to pack clothes for the journey.

Pickwick finishes packing and watches the street. The waiter announces the carriage, which then appears outside the window.

The carriage is a small green box on four wheels with seats behind and one high seat in front. A huge brown horse pulls it, and another large horse waits for Winkle.

While their coats are loaded, Pickwick suddenly realizes they have no driver.

Tupman says Pickwick will drive, of course.

Snodgrass agrees.

Pickwick reacts with alarm at the idea.

The stable worker says there is no danger because the horse is so calm that even a baby could drive it.

En/Pt → Pickwick asks whether the horse becomes frightened easily.

The worker says it would not be frightened even by a wagon full of injured monkeys.

This convinces them. Tupman and Snodgrass sit behind, while Pickwick climbs to the driver's high seat.

The stable worker tells his assistant William to give Pickwick the reins.

William places the reins in Pickwick's left hand, and the other worker gives him a whip.

Pickwick cries for the horse to stop as it tries to back into the hotel window.

Tupman and Snodgrass repeat the command from behind.

The worker says the horse is only playing. William holds it while the main worker goes to help Winkle mount.

The worker tells Winkle to mount from the other side.

A smiling boy whispers that Winkle was trying to climb onto the wrong side.

After receiving instructions, Winkle climbs into the saddle with great difficulty.

Pickwick asks if everything is ready, though he feels sure it is not.

En/Pt → Winkle weakly says everything is ready.

The workers release the horses. The carriage and Winkle leave while everyone in the hotel yard watches with amusement.

Snodgrass asks why Winkle's horse is moving sideways.

Winkle says he cannot imagine why. His horse continues sideways with its head and tail toward opposite sides of the street.

Pickwick is too busy controlling the carriage horse to notice. It pulls hard, suddenly jumps to the roadside, stops, and then races forward beyond his control.

After this happens twenty times, Snodgrass asks what the horse means by it.

Tupman says it looks as if the horse is frightened. Before Snodgrass can answer, Pickwick shouts.

Pickwick says he has dropped his whip.

Snodgrass asks Winkle to pick it up. Winkle struggles to stop his horse, gets down, returns the whip, and prepares to mount again.

As soon as Winkle touches the reins, the horse pulls its head free and moves backward to the full length of the reins.

En/Pt → Winkle speaks gently, but the horse moves away whenever he approaches. For ten minutes, they circle each other while keeping the same distance.

Winkle shouts that he cannot mount and asks what he should do.

Pickwick advises him to lead the horse until they reach a gate.

Winkle shouts that the horse refuses to follow and begs Pickwick to help hold it.

Kind Pickwick drops the carriage reins, climbs down, moves the carriage beside the hedge, and goes to help Winkle.

Seeing Pickwick with the whip, Winkle's horse quickly backs away and pulls Winkle along. When Winkle releases the reins, the horse calmly turns and trots home to Rochester. The two men stare at each other until they hear another vehicle moving.

Pickwick cries that the carriage horse is running away.

The loose reins and noise frighten the horse, which races away with Tupman and Snodgrass. They jump into a hedge before the carriage hits a wooden bridge and breaks apart.

En/Pt → Pickwick and Winkle pull their friends from the hedge. They have torn clothes and scratches but no serious injuries. The group removes the horse's equipment and walks on, leaving the broken carriage.

After an hour, they reach a small roadside inn surrounded by old sheds and hay. Pickwick calls to a red-haired man working in the garden.

The man stands, covers his eyes from the light, and slowly stares at them.

Pickwick calls again.

The red-haired man answers with the same call.

Pickwick asks how far Dingley Dell is.

The man says it is more than seven miles away.

Pickwick asks if the road is good.

The man says it is not and returns to work. Pickwick asks if they can leave the horse there.

The man repeats the question while leaning on his tool.

Pickwick confirms it and leads the horse closer.

The red-haired man leaves the garden, studies the horse, and loudly calls his wife.

En/Pt → A tall, thin woman in a rough blue coat answers him.

Tupman politely asks if they can leave the horse. The woman studies the group while the man whispers to her.

After thinking, she refuses because she is afraid of the horse.

Pickwick asks what she could possibly fear.

She says a horse caused trouble before and refuses to become involved.

The amazed Pickwick calls this the strangest event of his life.

Winkle quietly suggests that the couple believes they stole the horse.

Pickwick angrily reacts, and Winkle repeats his idea.

Pickwick directly asks the red-haired man if he thinks they stole it.

The man smiles widely, says he is certain they did, enters the house, and slams the door.

Pickwick calls the situation a horrible dream: they must walk all day with a terrible horse they cannot leave anywhere. The unhappy group continues with the hated animal behind them.

En/Pt → Late that afternoon, they enter the road to Manor Farm. Their torn clothes, scratched faces, dusty shoes, tired appearance, and unwanted horse make them look absurd. Pickwick thinks angrily about killing or freeing the horse until Mr. Wardle and the fat boy appear.

Wardle says he waited all day and asks about their scratches and accident. He wakes Joe and orders him to take the horse to the stable.

The fat boy slowly leads the horse away. Wardle listens sympathetically to part of their story and guides them to the kitchen.

Wardle promises to clean them up, then orders cherry brandy, sewing materials, towels, and water.

Several healthy young women hurry to collect the items. Two men near the fire produce shoe polish and brushes.

Everyone works quickly. One girl serves the drink, another brings towels, one man strongly brushes Pickwick's boots, and the other brushes Winkle like a horse.

En/Pt → After washing, Snodgrass drinks cherry brandy and studies the large kitchen. Hams, bacon, onions, riding equipment, an old loaded gun, an ancient clock, and a silver watch decorate it.

When everyone is clean, repaired, brushed, and given brandy, Wardle asks if they are ready.

Pickwick says they are completely ready.

They follow Wardle through dark passages. Tupman joins them after staying behind to steal a kiss from Emma and receiving pushes and scratches in return.

Wardle opens the door and warmly welcomes the gentlemen to Manor Farm.

CHAPTER VI. An Old-fashioned Card-party--the Clergyman's Verses--the Story of the Convict's Return

En/Pt → The guests rise to greet Pickwick and his friends. During the introductions, Pickwick studies everyone's appearance and imagines their personalities.

Wardle's very old mother sits in the place of honor near the fire. Her family surrounds her with an ear trumpet, fruit, medicine, and pillows. Across from her sit the kind local clergyman and his cheerful wife, with several other serious older guests.

Wardle loudly introduces Mr. Pickwick to his mother.

The old woman says she cannot hear him.

Both young women shout Pickwick's name to their grandmother.

The old woman says it does not matter because Pickwick probably does not care about someone so old.

Pickwick holds her hand and loudly says he is delighted to see a woman of her age leading such a fine family while looking young and healthy.

After a pause, the old woman says his words may be fine, but she cannot hear him.

En/Pt → Isabella quietly explains that her grandmother is upset but will speak to Pickwick later.

Pickwick kindly accepts the problem of age and begins talking with the other guests.

Pickwick says the place is delightful.

Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle all agree.

Wardle says he also thinks it is delightful.

A small, serious man strongly declares that no place in Kent is better and looks around proudly as if he has won an argument.

After a pause, the man repeats that no place in Kent is better.

The fat man seriously added, "Except Mullins's Meadows."

The other man repeated "Mullins's Meadows!" with great contempt.

The fat man firmly repeated that he meant Mullins's Meadows.

Another fat man said that it was truly good land.

A third fat man agreed that it certainly was.

Their large host said that everyone knew this.

The practical man looked around uncertainly. When he saw that everyone disagreed with him, he looked sorry for them and became silent.

En/Pt → The old woman loudly asked a granddaughter what the men were discussing. Like many deaf people, she did not realize that everyone could hear her.

Her granddaughter said they were talking about the land.

The grandmother asked what was wrong with the land.

The girl said nothing was wrong. Mr. Miller had only said their land was better than Mullins's Meadows.

The old woman angrily asked how Miller could know anything about it. She loudly called him proud and foolish, then stared fiercely at him without knowing he had heard everything.

Wanting to change the subject, the busy host asked Mr. Pickwick if he wanted to play cards.

Mr. Pickwick said he would enjoy it, but asked them not to arrange a game only for him.

Mr. Wardle assured him that his mother loved a game of cards and asked her to confirm it.

The old woman heard this subject very well and eagerly agreed.

En/Pt → Wardle called for Joe and ordered him to set up the card tables when the boy finally appeared.

Without needing more orders, the sleepy boy prepared two tables: one for Pope Joan and one for whist. Pickwick, the old woman, Miller, and the fat gentleman played whist, while everyone else joined the other game.

The whist players treated their game with great seriousness. The other table was loud and cheerful, which distracted Mr. Miller. He made several mistakes, greatly angering the fat gentleman and amusing the old woman.

After winning the final trick, Miller proudly said nobody could have played the hand better.

The old woman asked Mr. Pickwick whether Miller should have used his trump card on the diamond.

Mr. Pickwick nodded in agreement.

The unhappy Miller uncertainly asked his partner if he truly should have done that.

In a terrible voice, the fat gentleman said that Miller should have done it.

En/Pt → Embarrassed and disappointed, Miller apologized.

The fat gentleman complained that the apology was useless.

Mr. Pickwick counted their points and said they now had eight.

Before the next hand, the old woman asked Pickwick if he could increase the score.

Pickwick said he could and announced a double, a single, and the winning game.

Mr. Miller complained that nobody had ever seen such luck.

The fat gentleman said nobody had ever seen such cards.

Silence followed. Pickwick looked amused, the old woman serious, the fat gentleman annoyed, and Miller afraid.

The old woman proudly recorded another double by placing coins under the candle holder.

Mr. Pickwick told the fat gentleman that it was a double.

The fat gentleman sharply replied that he already knew.

The next game ended in the same way, and unlucky Miller broke a rule. The fat gentleman became extremely angry. After the game, he sat silently in a corner for eighty-seven minutes. Then he returned and offered Pickwick some snuff, showing that he had decided to forgive. The old woman suddenly heard better, while Miller felt completely uncomfortable.

En/Pt → The other card game remained cheerful. Isabella played with Mr. Trundle, Emily with Snodgrass, and Tupman flirted with the unmarried aunt. Wardle's jokes kept everyone laughing, even people who first looked annoyed. Snodgrass whispered poetry to Emily, making others joke about marriage. Winkle repeated city jokes that were new in the country, and everyone praised him. The kind clergyman was happy because the loud laughter around the table was honest and came from the heart.

The happy games made the evening pass quickly. After a simple but filling supper, everyone sat together around the fire. Mr. Pickwick thought he had never felt happier or more ready to enjoy the present moment.

Wardle sat beside his mother, holding her hand. He said these evenings by the old fireplace were the happiest times of his life. He loved the place so much that he kept a large fire burning every night. His mother had sat there on a small stool when she was a girl.

En/Pt → Remembering the happiness of long ago, the old woman smiled sadly and a tear ran down her face.

Wardle apologized for talking so much about his home. He deeply loved its old house, fields, and ivy-covered church, which felt like living friends. He mentioned that the clergyman had written a song about the church when he first arrived. Then he asked if Snodgrass needed more drink.

Snodgrass said his glass was full. His interest as a poet had grown, so he asked about the song of the ivy.

Wardle nodded toward the clergyman and said Snodgrass must ask him about it.

Mr. Snodgrass politely asked the clergyman to recite the song.

The clergyman said it was only a small poem written when he was young. Still, he agreed to recite it if they wished.

Everyone showed interest. With a few reminders from his wife, the old clergyman began the poem and announced its title.

En/Pt → The green ivy is a special plant that grows over old ruins. It feeds on broken walls, worn stones, and the dust created by passing years. It slowly enters places where no other life can be seen.

The strong old ivy moves quickly without wings. It wraps itself tightly around its friend, the great oak tree. It also travels quietly over the ground and waves its leaves above the rich earth of graves where death has been.

Ages and nations have passed away, but the healthy green ivy remains. It lives on the past, because even the greatest building made by people finally becomes food for this old plant.

The clergyman repeated the poem so Snodgrass could write it down. Pickwick studied the old man's face with great interest. When the poem was finished and Snodgrass put away his notebook, Pickwick spoke.

Pickwick apologized for asking after such a short acquaintance. He said that during his work as a minister, the clergyman must have seen many people and events worth recording.

En/Pt → The clergyman agreed that he had seen some, but said they were simple, ordinary events because he worked in such a small area.

Wardle, wanting his friend to entertain the visitors, asked if he had written notes about John Edmunds.

The clergyman nodded slightly and tried to change the subject, but Pickwick spoke again.

Pickwick politely asked who John Edmunds was.

Snodgrass eagerly said that he wanted to ask the same question.

The cheerful host told the clergyman he could no longer escape. He would have to satisfy their curiosity, so he should tell the story now.

The clergyman smiled and moved his chair forward. Everyone gathered closer, especially Tupman and the unmarried aunt. They adjusted the old woman's hearing trumpet and woke Miller with a pinch under the table. Then the clergyman began the story that the editor calls:

When the clergyman settled in the village twenty-five years earlier, the worst person there was a farmer named Edmunds. He was lazy, violent, cruel, and often drunk. Only a few bad companions spent time with him. Everyone else feared, hated, and avoided him.

En/Pt → Edmunds had a wife and a twelve-year-old son. His gentle wife suffered terribly but patiently raised the boy. The clergyman believed Edmunds spent years trying to break her heart. Still, she endured everything for her child and even for her husband, because she remembered the man she had once loved.

The family was poor because of Edmunds's behaviour, but his wife worked constantly to keep them from hunger. Her efforts were rewarded with violence. Neighbours heard her crying and heard blows at night. More than once, the boy escaped his drunken father by going to a neighbour's house after midnight.

Although she often carried signs of violence, Mrs. Edmunds attended church with her son every Sunday. Their clothes were poor but always clean. Everyone spoke kindly to her. Sometimes, while she watched her healthy boy playing after the service, her tired face showed gratitude and a little peace.

En/Pt → Five or six years later, the boy had become a strong young man, while his mother had grown weak. But he no longer sat beside her in church. She kept his place and Bible ready, yet nobody read with her and her tears covered the page. She avoided her kind neighbours and hurried home alone.

The son remembered all his mother's sacrifices, the insults, and the violence she had suffered for him. Yet he ignored her broken heart, joined evil men, and followed a dangerous path that could bring him death and bring her shame.

The woman's misery soon became complete. After several local crimes, a serious robbery led to a careful search. Young Edmunds and three companions were arrested. He was tried, found guilty, and sentenced to death.

When the judge announced the sentence, a woman's terrible scream filled the court. His mother's cry frightened Edmunds more than the trial or approaching death had done. His hard expression broke, his face became pale, and his strong body shook.

En/Pt → In her terrible pain, the mother fell to her knees before the clergyman. She prayed for God to end her suffering and save her only child. After a violent burst of grief, her heart began to fail, but she never complained.

Every day in the prison yard, the mother tried with love and prayers to soften her son's hard heart. She failed, and he remained stubborn and cold. Even when his death sentence was changed to fourteen years in a distant prison colony, his behaviour did not change.

Her patient spirit could no longer overcome her physical weakness. She became ill. She tried to leave her bed and visit her son once more, but collapsed on the ground.

When his mother failed to visit for three days, Edmunds's coldness finally disappeared. He would leave in twenty-four hours and perhaps never see her again. Memories of her love returned, and he learned that she lay dangerously ill only a mile away. Unable to escape the prison, he shook the iron gate, struck the walls, and wept like a child.

En/Pt → The clergyman carried the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son. He also took Edmunds's deep regret and request for forgiveness back to her sickbed. The prisoner made many plans to care for her after his return, but the clergyman knew she would die long before he reached the prison colony.

Edmunds was taken away at night. A few weeks later, his mother died and, the clergyman believed, found eternal peace. He buried her in the small churchyard. No stone marked her grave; people knew her suffering, but only God knew all her goodness.

Before leaving, Edmunds had promised to write to his mother through the clergyman. His father refused to see him after the arrest and did not care whether he lived. Years passed without a letter. After more than seven years, the clergyman believed Edmunds was dead and almost hoped this was true.

Edmunds had been sent far inland, which may explain why none of his letters arrived. He stayed there for all fourteen years. When his sentence ended, he kept the promise made to his mother. Despite countless difficulties, he returned to England and walked to his home village.

En/Pt → On a beautiful Sunday evening in August, Edmunds returned to the village he had left in shame seventeen years earlier. Walking through the churchyard, he remembered holding his mother's hand, seeing her tears, hearing her gentle voice, and playing there as a child. Then all her unanswered kindness, ignored warnings, and his broken promises filled his mind until he could bear no more.

Edmunds entered the empty church after the evening service. Everything looked familiar but smaller. He saw the old monuments, pulpit, and altar, then approached his mother's old seat. Its cushion and Bible were gone. Afraid that she was dead, he turned away shaking. At the entrance he met the old man who had once dug graves there and feared being recognized.

The old man simply wished the stranger good evening and walked on. He had forgotten Edmunds.

Edmunds walked through the peaceful village while people rested outside their homes. He watched nervously for anyone who might know and avoid him. He recognized former schoolboys who now had children, and strong workers who had become old and weak. Yet nobody recognized him, and he continued alone.

En/Pt → At sunset, Edmunds reached his childhood home, which he had dreamed about during years of prison and sorrow. The fence and garden looked smaller, but the old trees remained. Unknown happy voices came from the house, and children ran outside to play with their loving father. Edmunds remembered hiding there from his own violent father and hearing his mother cry. He left sobbing, but also filled with fierce anger.

This was the homecoming Edmunds had imagined through many painful years. Nobody welcomed or forgave him, no home received him, and no hand offered help. Even his loneliness in the distant wild forests had not felt as terrible as this.

In the distant prison land, Edmunds had imagined his village as it was when he left. He had not considered how it would change. The truth destroyed his courage. Unable to ask questions or visit the one person who might receive him kindly, he left the road, entered a familiar field, covered his face, and fell onto the grass.

En/Pt → Edmunds had not noticed a man lying nearby. When the man moved to look at him, Edmunds raised his head.

The man sat up. His body was bent, his face yellow and wrinkled, and his clothes showed that he lived in the workhouse. Illness and bad living made him look very old. As he stared at Edmunds, his dull eyes filled with unnatural fear. Edmunds knelt and studied the old man. They silently stared at each other.

The old man became deathly pale, shook, and stood unsteadily. Edmunds jumped up too. The old man stepped back, but Edmunds moved toward him.

In a rough, broken voice, Edmunds asked the man to speak.

The old man cursed and shouted at Edmunds to stay away, but Edmunds came closer.

Terrified, the old man screamed again and struck Edmunds hard across the face with his stick.

Edmunds called him both father and devil. He rushed forward and grabbed the old man's throat, but then remembered that this was his father and let his arm fall.

En/Pt → The old man gave a terrible cry across the lonely fields. Blood poured from his mouth and nose as he fell, turning the grass dark red. A blood vessel had broken, and he died before his son could lift him.

After a short silence, the clergyman said a man lay buried in the churchyard corner he had mentioned. That man worked for him for three years after these events and showed true regret and humility. Nobody else learned that he was John Edmunds, the returned prisoner.

CHAPTER VII. How Mr. Winkle, Instead of Shooting at the Pigeon and Killing the Crow, Shot at the Crow and Wounded the Pigeon; How the Dingley Dell Cricket Club Played All-muggleton, and How All-muggleton Dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with Other Interesting and Instructive Matters

En/Pt → The day's tiring adventures, or perhaps the clergyman's sleepy story, made Pickwick very tired. Within five minutes of entering his comfortable room, he fell into a deep sleep without dreams. The morning sun finally woke him, and he quickly jumped out of bed.

Opening his window, Pickwick praised the beautiful countryside. He wondered how anyone who had seen such a view could return to a city of bricks, roofs, and stone. After asking the empty air this question at length, he put his head outside and looked around.

The sweet smell of hay and many garden flowers reached his window. Green fields shone with morning drops, leaves moved in the soft wind, and birds sang beautifully. Pickwick became lost in a delightful dream.

A shout of "Hello!" woke him from his thoughts.

Pickwick looked right, left, and even at the sky but saw nobody. Finally, he did the obvious thing and looked down into the garden, where he saw Mr. Wardle.

En/Pt → The cheerful Wardle greeted him breathlessly. He praised the beautiful morning, said he was glad Pickwick was awake early, and invited him to hurry downstairs and come outside.

Pickwick did not need another invitation. He dressed in ten minutes and joined the old gentleman.

Pickwick noticed that Wardle had a gun and another lay on the grass, so he asked what was happening.

Wardle said that he and Winkle were going to shoot rooks before breakfast. He asked whether Winkle was a good shot.

Pickwick said Winkle claimed to be an excellent shot, but he had never seen him aim at anything.

Wardle wished Winkle would arrive and called loudly for Joe.

The exciting morning left the fat boy only partly asleep, and he came out of the house.

Wardle told Joe to call Winkle and guide him to the place where the rooks lived.

Joe went to complete the task, while Wardle carried both guns and led Pickwick out of the garden.

En/Pt → After a short walk among the trees, Wardle said they had arrived. The constant cries of the rooks already made this clear.

Wardle put one gun on the ground and loaded the other.

Pickwick saw Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle coming. Joe had not known which man to call, so he had wisely called all three.

Wardle called Winkle forward and joked that such a skilled man should have risen earlier, even for this simple sport.

Winkle forced a smile and picked up the gun. His unhappy face looked like that of a rook expecting to be killed.

Wardle nodded, and two poorly dressed boys led by young Lambert began climbing two trees.

Alarmed, Pickwick asked why the boys were there. He wondered whether poverty forced them to become targets for inexperienced shooters.

Wardle laughed and explained that the boys were only there to start the birds moving.

Pickwick asked Wardle to explain what he meant.

En/Pt → Wardle said plainly that the boys would frighten the rooks.

Pickwick felt relieved and asked whether that was all.

Wardle asked whether Pickwick was now satisfied.

Pickwick answered that he was completely satisfied.

Wardle asked whether he should begin shooting.

Winkle gladly agreed because this gave him more time before his own turn.

Wardle told everyone to move aside and prepared to fire.

A boy shouted and shook a branch holding a nest. Six young rooks flew out, and Wardle shot one while the others escaped.

Wardle ordered Joe to pick up the fallen bird.

Joe smiled as he imagined a rook pie. He laughed while carrying away the fat bird.

Wardle reloaded his gun and told Winkle it was his turn to fire.

Winkle aimed while his friends bent down, expecting many birds to fall. A boy shouted, wings beat, but the gun only made a weak click.

Wardle called out in surprise when the gun did not fire.

En/Pt → Pickwick asked whether the gun refused to work.

A very pale Winkle said the gun had failed to fire.

Wardle found this strange and examined the gun. He then noticed that its firing cap was missing.

Winkle suddenly admitted that he had forgotten to put on the cap.

After fixing the gun, Winkle fired at four birds. Instead, he hit Tupman's left arm, saving all the birds from harm.

Everyone became confused. Pickwick called Winkle a terrible man, Tupman fell, and Winkle knelt beside him in horror. The friends bandaged Tupman's arm and slowly carried him home.

The women waited by the garden gate for breakfast. Rachael smiled and waved, unaware of the accident and happily ignorant of the bad news.

The group moved closer to the house.

Isabella asked what had happened to the little old gentleman. Rachael thought she meant Pickwick, because she saw Tupman as young despite his age.

En/Pt → Wardle told his daughters not to be afraid. The men surrounding Tupman still hid the accident from their view.

Wardle again told everyone not to be frightened.

The women screamed and asked what had happened.

Wardle said Tupman had only suffered a small accident.

Rachael screamed sharply, laughed wildly, and fell backward into her nieces' arms.

Wardle suggested throwing cold water over his sister.

Rachael said she felt better, then demanded a doctor and asked whether Tupman was hurt or dead. She soon began screaming and laughing again.

Moved by her concern, Tupman almost cried and gently asked Rachael to calm herself.

When Rachael heard Tupman's voice, she nearly began another emotional attack.

Tupman gently begged Rachael not to become upset and promised that his injury was very small.

Rachael asked in surprise whether Tupman was truly alive and begged him to say he was not dead.

Wardle roughly told Rachael not to be foolish, since a dead man obviously could not say that he was alive.

En/Pt → Tupman said he was alive and needed only Rachael's help. Leaning on her arm, he whispered her name, kissed her hand, and fell onto the sofa.

The worried Rachael asked whether Tupman felt weak.

Tupman said it was nothing and that he would soon improve. Then he closed his eyes.

After Tupman's eyes had been closed for only twenty seconds, Rachael thought he was sleeping and spoke his name tenderly.

Tupman suddenly jumped up and begged her to repeat those loving words.

Rachael was embarrassed and asked whether he had truly heard her.

Tupman said he had heard and claimed that hearing the words again would help him recover.

Rachael warned him to be quiet because her brother was coming. Tupman lay down again as Wardle entered with a doctor.

The doctor examined and treated Tupman's minor wound. Everyone cheerfully began breakfast, but Pickwick remained quiet because he no longer trusted Winkle's skill.

En/Pt → Wardle asked Winkle, the unsuccessful shooter, whether he also played cricket.

Normally Winkle would have said yes, but after the accident he modestly answered no.

Snodgrass asked Wardle whether he played cricket.

Wardle said he once played but had stopped. He still supported the local club with money.

Pickwick said he believed the important cricket match was taking place that day.

Wardle confirmed this and assumed that his guests wanted to watch it.

Pickwick said he enjoyed safe sports where unskilled people could not harm anyone. He looked firmly at Winkle, then asked whether the women could care for injured Tupman.

Tupman said his friends could not leave him in better hands.

Snodgrass agreed that no better care was possible.

They decided to leave Tupman with the women. Wardle led the others to the cricket match that had filled Muggleton and Dingley Dell with excitement.

Their pleasant two-mile walk passed through quiet paths and shady lanes. Pickwick almost wished it were longer when they reached Muggleton's main street.

En/Pt → Muggleton proudly called itself an ancient, loyal, and Christian town. Its citizens opposed slavery abroad while also opposing changes to unfair factory conditions at home.

Pickwick studied Muggleton's square, strange Blue Lion inn, many shops, lawyer's house, and doctor's house. After watching boys and shopkeepers head toward the cricket field, he rejoined his friends.

The cricket wickets and two large tents were ready, but the match had not begun. Players in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers practiced near the tents.

Many people greeted Wardle. He introduced his London guests, explaining that they were eager to watch the day's match.

A very large man suggested that Pickwick enter the tent.

Another large man agreed that Pickwick would be more comfortable there.

Pickwick thanked the men for their kindness.

The first man led them toward the tent, saying it offered the best view of the field.

Inside, Pickwick heard someone praising cricket. He immediately recognized the fast-talking stranger in the green coat from the Rochester coach.

En/Pt → The stranger recognized them, grabbed Pickwick's hand, and pulled him to a seat. He talked as if he had personally organized the whole event.

The stranger rapidly praised the fun, the large amounts of beer, beef, and mustard, and invited Pickwick to sit and feel at home.

Pickwick, Winkle, and Snodgrass followed the stranger's orders and sat down. Wardle watched them in silent surprise.

Pickwick introduced Wardle as a friend of his.

The stranger warmly seized Wardle's hand as if they had been close friends for years. He studied Wardle and then shook his hand again.

With a kind but surprised smile, Pickwick asked the stranger how he had come there.

The stranger explained in broken phrases that he was staying at the Crown Inn and had met the cricket players over food.

Pickwick understood that the stranger had quickly made friends with the All-Muggleton team and received a general invitation. Satisfied, he prepared to watch the match.

En/Pt → All-Muggleton played first. Famous players Dumkins and Podder took their bats, while Luffey and Struggles prepared to bowl. The other players bent forward with hands on their knees.

The umpires and scorekeepers took their places, and everyone became silent. Luffey studied the ball while Dumkins watched him carefully.

The bowler shouted and sent the ball quickly toward the wicket. Dumkins touched it with his bat, and it flew over the fielders' heads.

All-Muggleton scored two runs, and Podder also played very well. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell.

Throughout the match, the stranger ate, drank, and talked. He praised good plays and loudly insulted every mistake, making people believe he was a cricket expert.

When both teams entered the tent after the match, the stranger loudly praised the excellent game and several fine plays.

En/Pt → Amused by his endless talk, Wardle asked whether the stranger had played cricket himself.

The stranger claimed he had played thousands of times in the West Indies. Pickwick observed that cricket there must be very hot work.

The stranger told an impossible story about a match in extreme heat. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him.

An old gentleman asked what had happened to the other man in the story, whose name he could not remember.

The stranger asked whether he meant Blazo.

The old gentleman said he meant the other man, not Blazo.

The stranger asked whether the old gentleman meant Quanko Samba.

The listener answers yes.

Jingle says poor Quanko never recovered and died. He hides his face in a jug, perhaps from sadness or thirst, then watches two cricket club members approach Pickwick.

They invite Pickwick and his friends to a simple dinner at the Blue Lion.

En/Pt → Wardle says their invitation naturally includes the stranger and looks toward him.

The stranger immediately gives his name as Alfred Jingle and jokingly says he comes from nowhere.

Pickwick says he will be very happy to attend.

Jingle agrees and takes the arms of Pickwick and Wardle. Then he whispers to Pickwick.

Jingle says he saw the excellent cold dinner earlier, including chickens and pies. He also calls the hosts pleasant and well behaved.

The group walks into town in small groups. Fifteen minutes later, everyone sits in a large room at the Blue Lion, with Dumkins leading and Luffey assisting.

People talk loudly while knives, forks, and plates make noise. Three waiters hurry around, food disappears, and Jingle creates as much activity as six ordinary men. After dinner, wine and dessert arrive.

During the cheerful conversation, one small, proud-looking man remains quiet. When the room becomes calmer, he suddenly speaks in a loud, serious voice.

En/Pt → He calls to Mr. Luffey.

Everyone becomes completely silent as Luffey answers.

Luffey says, "Sir."

The small man asks permission to speak after everyone fills a glass.

Jingle calls for attention, the others agree, and everyone fills a glass. Luffey prepares to listen wisely.

Luffey calls him Mr. Staple.

Staple rises and says he speaks to Luffey because chairman Dumkins is the main subject of his statement. Then he cannot find the right word.

Jingle suggests the word "state."

Staple thanks him and gives a long speech. He praises both Muggleton and Dingley Dell, especially their cricket players Dumkins, Podder, Luffey, and Struggles. He says Dumkins and Podder also represent courage, property, and public rights, then asks everyone to cheer them.

The speech ends, and loud cheering and table-thumping continue through the evening. The group drinks to many people, including Pickwick and Jingle, who each give thanks.

The editors regret that Snodgrass's notes are almost impossible to read because wine and excitement made his hand unsteady. They can only recognize speakers' names, a drinking song, and unclear references to late-night food.

En/Pt → The story returns to Tupman, noting that near midnight the men from both towns sang a popular song with great feeling.

They sing that they will not go home until morning and daylight.

CHAPTER VIII. Strongly Illustrative of the Position, That the Course of True Love Is Not a Railway

En/Pt → Peaceful Dingley Dell and its kind women awaken Tupman's romantic feelings. He admires the young women but is especially attracted to their proud and dignified aunt. While recovering on the sofa, he wonders whether her concern comes from love and decides to discover the truth.

That evening, most people are away or asleep. Tupman and the aunt sit alone, interested only in each other.

The aunt says she forgot to water her flowers.

Tupman suggests watering them now.

She lovingly warns that the evening air may give him a cold.

Tupman says the air will help him and asks to accompany her.

She adjusts the support around his injured arm, takes his other arm, and leads him into the garden.

At the far end is a small shelter covered with sweet flowers and climbing plants, also perfect for spiders.

The aunt picks up a large watering can. Tupman stops her and draws her to a seat beside him.

En/Pt → Tupman calls her Miss Wardle.

She trembles so much that stones inside the watering can shake like a baby's toy.

Tupman tells Miss Wardle that she is an angel.

Rachael blushes deeply and says his name.

Tupman says he knows the truth of his words very well.

She playfully says people claim all women are angels.

Tupman asks what could describe her if ordinary women are angels. He praises her rare beauty and goodness, then presses the hand holding the watering can.

Turning away, she softly says men are great deceivers.

Tupman agrees that many do, but says one man will never change and would devote his whole life to her happiness.

She begins to ask whether such a man can be found.

Tupman interrupts, saying that man is there before her, and drops to his knees.

Rachael asks Tupman to stand.

He refuses, takes her hand, and kisses it as the watering can falls. He begs her to say she loves him.

En/Pt → Looking away, Rachael admits with difficulty that she does have feelings for him.

Delighted, Tupman jumps up, embraces her, and kisses her many times. After weak resistance, she accepts the kisses until something frightens her.

Rachael warns that someone is watching and has discovered them.

Tupman sees the fat boy staring into the shelter without expression. The longer he looks, the more he believes the boy did not understand anything.

Tupman firmly asks what the boy wants.

The boy immediately says supper is ready.

Tupman gives him a sharp look and asks if he just arrived.

The fat boy says yes.

Tupman studies him again, but the boy's face gives no sign of a secret.

Tupman takes Rachael's arm and walks toward the house while the boy follows.

Tupman whispers that the boy knows nothing.

Rachael agrees.

They hear a hidden laugh behind them. Tupman turns, but the boy's face still shows only interest in food.

En/Pt → Tupman says the boy must have been asleep.

Rachael says she is completely sure.

They both laugh warmly.

They are wrong. For once, the fat boy was fully awake and understood everything.

At supper, people speak only in pairs. Isabella focuses on Trundle, Rachael on Tupman, and Emily seems to think about absent Snodgrass.

Eleven, midnight, and one o'clock pass without the men returning. Everyone worries they were robbed and considers a search. Then voices arrive, including a strange one, and the family rushes to the kitchen.

The men are extremely drunk. Pickwick leans against a cupboard smiling, Wardle promises eternal friendship to Jingle, Winkle uses the clock for support and refuses bed, and Snodgrass sits in complete misery.

The three women ask if anything is wrong.

Pickwick says nothing is wrong and asks Wardle to confirm that they are fine.

Wardle agrees and introduces Jingle as their friend and visitor.

En/Pt → Emily anxiously asks if something is wrong with Snodgrass.

Jingle says nothing is wrong. He explains that the cricket dinner had excellent songs and plenty of wine.

In a weak voice, Snodgrass blames the salmon instead of the wine.

Emma suggests sending them to bed with two strong boys carrying each gentleman.

Winkle firmly refuses to go to bed.

Pickwick says no living boy will carry him and continues smiling.

Winkle gives a weak cheer.

Pickwick repeats the cheer, throws his hat and glasses onto the kitchen floor, and laughs.

Winkle asks for another bottle but falls asleep while refusing bed. Two strong boys carry him upstairs. Snodgrass also accepts help, Tupman guides smiling Pickwick, and Trundle leads the emotional Wardle to bed.

Rachael calls the scene shocking.

Both young women call it disgusting.

Jingle, who drank much more than the others but appears sober, seriously calls it a terrible sight.

En/Pt → Rachael whispers to Tupman that Jingle is a pleasant man.

Emily whispers that he is handsome too.

Rachael strongly agrees.

Tupman remembers the widow in Rochester and becomes jealous. As Jingle's popularity grows, Tupman forces his laughter. In bed, he angrily imagines crushing Jingle's head.

Jingle rises early and entertains the breakfast table while his companions remain in bed. Even the deaf old woman asks to hear his jokes and calls him an impudent young man. Everyone agrees.

On fine mornings, the fat boy dresses the old woman in a bonnet and shawl, gives her a walking stick, and helps her to the garden shelter. He leaves her there for thirty minutes before taking her home.

This routine has never changed in three summers. The old woman is surprised when the boy checks the area and secretly returns to her instead of leaving.

The frightened old woman thinks the boy may hurt and rob her. She cannot scream, so she watches in terror as he comes close and shouts.

En/Pt → The boy calls, "Mistress!"

Jingle is walking nearby and hears him. Because he is idle, curious, dishonest, and hidden behind bushes, he stops to listen.

The fat boy calls to his mistress again.

The trembling woman reminds Joe that she has treated him kindly, given him little work, and always fed him well.

The mention of food touches the boy deeply, and he answers firmly.

Joe says he knows she has always fed him.

Feeling braver, she asks what he wants to do now.

Joe says he wants to make her flesh creep, meaning he wants to frighten her with a story.

His words sound violent, and because she does not understand his meaning, all her fear returns.

Joe asks what she thinks he saw in that same garden shelter the previous night.

The old lady became alarmed by Joe's serious manner and asked what had happened.

Joe said he had seen the strange gentleman with the injured arm kissing and hugging someone.

En/Pt → The old lady asked whether Tupman had been kissing one of the servants.

Joe shouted into her ear that the truth was worse than that.

The old lady asked whether it was one of her granddaughters.

Joe again said it was even worse.

Shocked, the old lady demanded to know who it was because she could imagine nothing worse.

Joe carefully looked around before shouting the answer into the old lady's ear.

Joe revealed that the woman was Miss Rachael.

The old lady reacted in a sharp voice and asked Joe to speak louder.

Joe loudly repeated Miss Rachael's name.

The old lady cried out in shock that Rachael was her daughter.

Joe nodded several times, making his large cheeks shake like a soft dessert.

The old lady asked whether Rachael had allowed the kissing. Joe began to smile.

Joe said he had seen Rachael kiss Tupman again.

Hidden nearby, Jingle listened as the furious old lady complained about Rachael's age and lack of permission. Joe then walked away, leaving her alone.

En/Pt → Jingle had already decided to win Rachael because she liked his manner and probably had money. Now he planned to remove Tupman and quickly create trouble between them.

Jingle secretly approached the house. Tupman and the other men had left the garden, and the young women were away, so his path was clear.

Jingle saw Rachael knitting through the partly open door. She smiled at his cough, so he entered, signaled for silence, and closed the door.

With false seriousness, Jingle apologized for entering and announced that everything had been discovered.

Rachael was surprised by Jingle's sudden appearance and wondered whether he was mentally well.

Jingle quietly described the large, round-faced Joe as a terrible man. Rachael began to shake with worry.

Trying to remain calm, Rachael asked whether Jingle meant Joseph.

Jingle said Joe had betrayed her by telling the furious old lady about her kissing and hugging Tupman in the garden shelter.

En/Pt → Rachael warned Jingle that he was insulting her if that was why he had come.

Jingle denied insulting her and claimed he had come to warn and help her prevent trouble. He then pretended he would leave.

Rachael began crying and asked what she could do, fearing that her brother would become furious.

Jingle agreed that her brother would certainly be extremely angry.

In despair, Rachael asked Jingle what explanation she could possibly give.

Jingle calmly advised her to say that Joe had dreamed the whole event.

The suggestion gave Rachael hope, and Jingle noticed that his plan was working.

Jingle said the solution was easy: call Joe a liar, praise Rachael, punish the boy, and end the matter comfortably.

Rachael liked the hope of escaping trouble and also enjoyed being called lovely. She blushed and looked gratefully at Jingle.

Jingle sighed deeply, stared at Rachael for two minutes, then suddenly looked away in a dramatic manner.

En/Pt → Rachael said Jingle seemed unhappy and offered to help him because she was grateful for his kindness.

Jingle claimed he suffered because Rachael loved an unworthy man who desired her niece. Pretending loyalty to Tupman, he refused to reveal more and moved toward the door.

Rachael firmly stopped Jingle and demanded that he explain what he meant about Tupman.

Jingle dramatically cried that he would never tell. Then he sat close beside Rachael, clearly inviting more questions.

Rachael begged Jingle to reveal any terrible secret connected with Tupman.

Jingle pretended to struggle with his feelings before quietly claiming that Tupman wanted only Rachael's money.

Rachael angrily called Tupman a terrible man. Her reaction confirmed to Jingle that she really had money.

Jingle added that Tupman was in love with someone else.

Rachael was shocked and demanded to know who the other woman was.

Jingle said it was her short, dark-eyed niece Emily.

En/Pt → For a moment, neither of them spoke.

Rachael was deeply jealous of Emily. Her face became red, and she silently showed great contempt before speaking.

Rachael insisted that the story could not be true and refused to believe it.

Jingle advised Rachael to watch Tupman and Emily.

Rachael promised that she would watch them.

Jingle specifically told her to watch the way Tupman looked at Emily.

Rachael again promised that she would watch carefully.

Jingle told her to listen for Tupman's private whispers to Emily.

Rachael promised to listen for them as well.

Jingle predicted that Tupman would sit beside Emily at dinner.

Rachael confidently said she would allow him to do so.

Jingle said Tupman would give Emily many compliments.

Rachael replied that he could go ahead and do it.

Jingle added that Tupman would give Emily every possible attention.

Rachael again said she would let him continue.

Jingle warned that Tupman would completely ignore Rachael.

En/Pt → The thought of Tupman ignoring her made Rachael scream and shake with anger and disappointment.

Jingle asked whether Rachael would see the truth for herself.

Rachael firmly answered that she would.

Jingle asked whether she would show that she had courage and pride.

Rachael again promised that she would.

Jingle asked whether she would refuse Tupman after discovering his betrayal.

Rachael declared that she would never accept Tupman.

Jingle asked whether she would choose another man instead.

Rachael answered that she would choose someone else.

Jingle confidently told her that she would indeed do so.

Jingle knelt before Rachael for five minutes. When he rose, she had conditionally accepted him, provided that Tupman's betrayal was proved.

At dinner, Jingle produced his proof. Tupman sat beside Emily, smiling and whispering to her, while giving no attention at all to Rachael.

Wardle thought Joe must have been asleep when he made his accusation and decided the boy had imagined everything.

En/Pt → Rachael considered Tupman a traitor and felt grateful that dear Jingle had told her the truth.

A later conversation explains why Tupman's behavior had changed so strangely.

That evening, short and heavy Tupman walked along a garden path with tall and thin Jingle. Tupman began their conversation.

Tupman asked Jingle how well he had performed his role.

Jingle praised Tupman's acting and told him to repeat it every evening until receiving new instructions.

Tupman asked whether Rachael still wanted him to behave this way.

Jingle claimed Rachael disliked the plan but thought it necessary to prevent her brother's suspicion. He promised that happiness would come in a few days.

Tupman asked whether Rachael had sent him any message.

Jingle invented a message of love and affection, then asked whether Tupman wanted to send a reply.

Trusting Jingle completely, Tupman asked him to carry his love to Rachael. He praised her wise plan, although pretending indifference was difficult.

En/Pt → Jingle agreed to deliver the message and asked whether Tupman wanted to add anything.

Tupman asked Jingle to say that he strongly desired the day when Rachael would be his and they would no longer need to pretend.

Jingle again agreed and asked whether there was any further message.

Tupman warmly thanked his supposed friend for his unselfish help and apologized for ever suspecting that Jingle might become his rival.

Jingle told Tupman not to mention it. Then he casually asked to borrow ten pounds for three days for an important purpose.

Full of gratitude, Tupman said he probably had the money and confirmed that the loan was for three days.

Jingle promised that all difficulties would end in three days. Tupman counted the money into his hand as they walked toward the house.

Jingle warned Tupman not to give Rachael even a single look.

Tupman promised that he would not even wink at her.

En/Pt → Jingle told him not to speak one word to Rachael.

Tupman promised that he would not even whisper.

Jingle ordered Tupman to focus on Emily and be slightly rude to Rachael, claiming this was the only way to fool the older family members.

Tupman said aloud that he would be very careful.

Silently, Jingle promised himself that he would also be careful as they entered the house.

The trick continued for four days. Wardle believed Tupman innocent, Tupman expected success with Rachael, and Jingle and Rachael were happy for secret reasons, while Snodgrass grew jealous.

CHAPTER IX. A Discovery and a Chase

En/Pt → Supper was ready, with chairs around the table and drinks on the sideboard. Everything suggested that the happiest part of the day was about to begin.

Wardle asks where Rachael is.

Pickwick also asks where Jingle is.

Wardle realizes he has not heard Jingle for two hours and asks Emily to ring the bell.

She rings, and the fat boy appears.

They ask where Rachael is, but he cannot say.

He also does not know where Jingle is. Everyone is surprised because it is after eleven. Tupman secretly laughs, imagining the pair are discussing him.

Wardle says they will probably return soon and refuses to delay supper for anyone.

Pickwick calls this an excellent rule.

Wardle invites everyone to sit.

Pickwick agrees, and they sit down.

A huge piece of cold beef is served. Just as Pickwick raises his fork, loud voices come from the kitchen. He and Wardle stop eating and stare at each other.

En/Pt → Heavy steps approach, and the door bursts open. A servant rushes in with the fat boy and all the household workers.

Wardle angrily demands an explanation.

The old woman asks if the kitchen chimney is on fire.

The two young women loudly say it is not.

Wardle again shouts for an explanation.

The man struggles to breathe before speaking.

He says they have completely gone. Tupman puts down his knife and fork and turns pale.

Wardle fiercely asks who has gone.

The servant says Jingle and Rachael left Muggleton together in a hired carriage. He could not stop them, so he ran back with the news.

Tupman jumps up wildly. He says he paid Jingle's costs and lent him ten pounds. Feeling cheated, he spins around the room and demands justice.

Pickwick watches Tupman's strange movements with fear and thinks his friend has gone mad.

Wardle orders a horse put into his small carriage. He plans to get a faster carriage at the Blue Lion and follow the couple. Then he angrily asks where Joe is.

En/Pt → The fat boy says he is there but does not want to be.

Wardle rushes toward Joe. He says Jingle paid the boy to mislead him with the false story about Rachael and Tupman.

The women scream for Wardle to stop while Joe cries loudly.

Wardle refuses to be held and orders Winkle and Pickwick to release him.

Calm Pickwick holds his angry host tightly around the waist. The women pull Joe from the room. As soon as Pickwick releases Wardle, a servant announces the carriage is ready.

The women beg someone to accompany Wardle because they fear he will kill somebody.

Pickwick volunteers to go with him.

Wardle gratefully takes his hand. He orders Emma to give Pickwick a shawl and tells the girls to care for their unconscious grandmother.

They quickly wrap Pickwick's face and neck in a large shawl, put on his hat, and give him his coat. He says he is ready.

En/Pt → They jump into the small carriage and race along narrow country roads, bouncing through holes and hitting hedges.

At the Blue Lion, Wardle asks how far ahead the couple is.

Everyone says they left less than forty-five minutes earlier.

Wardle orders an immediate carriage with four horses and tells them to store his smaller vehicle later.

The innkeeper orders the stable workers to hurry.

Workers run everywhere with lanterns. Horses strike the yard stones, and the carriage rolls out amid noise and confusion.

Wardle impatiently asks whether the carriage will come that night.

A worker says it is coming through the yard.

The carriage arrives, horses are attached, drivers climb up, and the travelers enter.

Wardle orders the drivers to cover seven miles in less than thirty minutes.

He tells them to leave.

The drivers use whips and spurs while everyone cheers, and the carriage races away.

Pickwick thinks this is a strange position for the Pickwick Club's leader: in a wet carriage with unknown horses traveling fast at midnight.

En/Pt → For several miles, both men remain silent with their thoughts. When the warmed horses run smoothly, the speed excites Pickwick and he begins talking.

Pickwick says he thinks they will certainly catch the couple.

Wardle says he hopes so.

Looking at the bright moon, Pickwick calls it a fine night.

Wardle says the moon helped the couple escape and will soon disappear, making their own journey harder.

Pickwick asks if traveling so fast in darkness will be unpleasant.

Wardle dryly agrees that it probably will.

Pickwick's excitement falls as he considers the journey's dangers. Then a driver's loud shout interrupts his thoughts.

The first driver shouts to the horses.

The second driver repeats the shout.

Wardle leans halfway out the window and loudly joins them.

Pickwick also shouts without knowing why. While all four men shout, the carriage stops.

Pickwick asks what is wrong.

Wardle says they have reached a toll gate where they may get news of the fugitives.

En/Pt → After five minutes of knocking and shouting, an old man comes from the gatehouse and opens the gate.

Wardle asks how long ago a hired carriage passed.

The old man repeats the question.

Wardle confirms it.

The old man says it was neither long nor short ago, but somewhere between.

Wardle asks whether any carriage passed at all.

The man says yes.

Pickwick asks if it passed one hour ago.

The man says that may be true.

A driver asks if it was two hours ago.

The old man says that may also be true.

Annoyed, Wardle orders the drivers onward and calls the old man an idiot.

The old man smiles because he wasted ten minutes and gave them no information. He jokes that they will never catch the other carriage.

They continue quickly as moonlight disappears behind storm clouds. Rain and strong wind arrive. Pickwick wraps himself in his coat and sleeps until the carriage stops for fresh horses.

En/Pt → More delays follow. The boys are difficult to wake, the stable key is lost, and workers put the wrong equipment on the horses. Wardle pushes everyone to work until the carriage is ready.

They travel fifteen difficult miles through darkness, wind, and heavy rain. Nearly two hours later, they reach the next stop and see something that restores hope.

Wardle jumps out and points to a carriage covered in wet mud, asking when it arrived.

The stable worker says it arrived less than fifteen minutes earlier.

Wardle breathlessly asks if it carried a lady and gentleman.

The worker says yes.

Wardle describes Jingle as tall, thin, long-legged, and wearing a formal coat.

The worker confirms the description.

Wardle describes Rachael as an older thin-faced woman.

Again, the worker says yes.

Wardle excitedly tells Pickwick it is the couple.

The worker says they would have arrived sooner, but part of their carriage equipment broke.

En/Pt → Wardle knows they can catch them before the next stop. He offers each driver a guinea and orders a carriage with four horses immediately.

Wardle runs around urging everyone to hurry. Excited Pickwick also tries to help but only becomes tangled in equipment and gets in the way.

Wardle jumps into the carriage and calls Pickwick. Before Pickwick understands, Wardle pulls and a worker pushes him inside. They leave again.

Wardle celebrates their speed. The constant shaking throws Pickwick against the carriage walls and his companion.

Wardle tells Pickwick to hold himself up as Pickwick falls headfirst against him.

Pickwick says he has never experienced such terrible shaking.

Wardle says it does not matter because the journey will soon end.

Pickwick fixes himself firmly in a corner while the carriage races even faster.

After three miles, Wardle looks from the window, pulls his wet face inside, and cries out excitedly.

En/Pt → Wardle says they have found the couple.

Pickwick looks out and sees another four-horse carriage racing a short distance ahead.

Wardle screams for more speed and offers each driver two guineas if they prevent the other carriage from escaping.

The first carriage's horses run at full speed, and Wardle's horses race furiously behind.

Wardle angrily says he can see Jingle's head.

Pickwick agrees that it is Jingle.

Mr. Pickwick was right. Through the carriage window, he could see Jingle's face covered in mud from the wheels. Jingle waved wildly at the drivers, urging them to go faster.

The chase became very exciting as fields and trees seemed to fly past. Pickwick and Wardle drew beside Jingle's carriage. Wardle shouted insults and shook his fist, but Jingle only smiled. He ordered his horses forward, and they galloped faster, leaving the pursuers behind.

Pickwick and Wardle had just pulled their heads inside when a violent shock threw them forward. Something struck the carriage, a wheel rolled away, and the vehicle overturned.

En/Pt → For several confused seconds, Pickwick heard frightened horses and breaking glass. Someone pulled him from the wreck. Once standing, he freed his head from his coat, fixed his glasses, and saw the full disaster.

Wardle stood beside him without a hat and with torn clothes. Pieces of their carriage lay everywhere, while the muddy drivers held the freed horses. Jingle's carriage had stopped about a hundred yards ahead. Its drivers laughed, and Jingle watched the wreck with pleasure in the grey morning light.

The shameless Jingle called out to ask if anyone was hurt. He joked that heavy older gentlemen made such work dangerous.

Wardle shouted that Jingle was a criminal.

Jingle laughed and pointed inside his carriage. He said Rachael was well, sent her greetings, and did not want Wardle to worry. Mocking Tupman as "Tuppy," he invited the men to ride behind before ordering his drivers onward.

The drivers moved off again. As the carriage disappeared, Jingle mockingly waved a white handkerchief from the window.

En/Pt → Not even the crash had disturbed Pickwick's calm nature. But Jingle had borrowed money from loyal Tupman and then insulted him by calling him "Tuppy." This was too much. Pickwick breathed hard, turned red, and slowly began to speak.

Pickwick declared, "If I ever meet that man again, I will..."

Wardle interrupted. He said threats were useless because Jingle and Rachael might get a licence and marry in London while they stood talking.

Pickwick controlled his anger. Then Wardle asked one of the drivers how far it was to the next stop.

One driver asked Tom if it was six miles.

Tom answered that it was a little farther.

The first driver told Wardle it was slightly more than six miles.

Wardle said they could do nothing else and must walk.

The noble Pickwick agreed there was no other choice.

They sent one driver ahead on horseback to find a new carriage and horses. The other stayed with the wreck. Pickwick and Wardle wrapped scarves around their necks, pulled down their hats, and bravely began the six-mile walk as heavy rain returned.

CHAPTER X. Clearing Up All Doubts (if Any Existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. a. Jingle's Character

En/Pt → London still had several old inns that had once served famous passenger coaches. Now they were mainly stops for country wagons. These strong, dark buildings were not on the improved main streets. A visitor had to search quiet, hidden parts of the city to find them among newer buildings.

About six old inns remained unchanged in the Borough. They were large, strange buildings full of galleries, passages, and wide ancient stairs. They looked suitable for hundreds of ghost stories, though old London Bridge already had countless supposedly true legends.

Early the next morning, a man cleaned boots in the yard of the famous White Hart Inn. He wore a rough striped vest, grey trousers, a loose red scarf, and an old white hat turned to one side. Before him stood one row of clean boots and another of dirty ones. Each time he finished a pair, he stopped to admire his work.

En/Pt → The inn yard was unusually quiet. Large loaded wagons stood under a high roof, and another waited in the open. Old galleries and stairs ran around the yard, with rows of bells near the bar. Small carriages rested under shelters, horses moved near the stable, and several working boys slept on packages and straw. This was the White Hart Inn that morning.

A bell rang loudly. A neat maid appeared on the upper gallery, knocked on a door, listened to the guest, and then called over the railing.

She called, "Sam!"

The man in the white hat answered her.

The maid said the guest in room twenty-two wanted his boots.

Sam told her to ask whether the guest wanted them now or preferred to wait until they were ready.

The girl gently told Sam not to be foolish because the gentleman wanted his boots immediately.

Sam joked about her loud voice, then pointed to eleven pairs of boots and one shoe belonging to a man with a wooden leg. All were promised at exact times. He refused to put room twenty-two first, saying everyone must wait his turn, just like prisoners waiting for an executioner.

En/Pt → After saying this, Sam worked even harder on a tall boot.

Another bell rang loudly, and the busy old owner of the White Hart appeared on the opposite gallery.

The landlady called Sam lazy and demanded to know why he did not answer her.

Sam roughly replied that it would not be polite to answer before she finished speaking.

She ordered him to clean the shoes for room seventeen immediately and take them to private sitting room five upstairs.

The landlady threw a pair of women's shoes into the yard and hurried away.

Sam picked up the shoes and wrote room five on their soles with chalk. Women's shoes and a private room made him guess that the guest had not arrived in a country wagon.

The maid said the woman had arrived early that morning in a hired coach with a gentleman. That gentleman wanted his boots, so Sam had better clean them.

En/Pt → Sam angrily asked why she had not explained this sooner and selected the man's boots. He had thought the guest was an ordinary customer. A gentleman with a private room and a lady might give him a shilling each day, plus money for carrying messages.

Encouraged by the thought of extra money, Samuel polished the boots and shoes with great energy. Within minutes, they shone brightly and reached the door of room five.

A man invited Sam inside. Sam bowed and entered, finding a man and woman at breakfast. He carefully placed the boots beside the gentleman and the shoes beside the lady, then moved backward toward the door.

The gentleman called to the boot cleaner.

Sam answered, closed the door, and kept his hand on its handle.

The gentleman asked if Sam knew a place called Doctors' Commons.

Sam said that he did.

The gentleman asked where it was.

En/Pt → Sam said it was in St. Paul's Churchyard, through a low arch between a bookshop and a hotel. Two men stood there trying to sell licences.

The surprised gentleman repeated that they sold licences.

Sam confirmed it. Two men in white aprons greeted visitors and asked if they wanted a licence. Sam said they and the lawyers they served were a strange group.

The gentleman asked what these men did.

Sam said they put ideas into people's heads. His widowed father Tony once went there to collect four hundred pounds. A seller asked if he needed a marriage licence. Tony first said he was too old and fat, but the man persuaded him. A lawyer asked for the bride's name, although Tony had not chosen one. He named Mrs. Susan Clarke of Dorking, believing she would accept him. The licence was prepared, she married him, and Sam never received any of the money. Sam apologized for talking so long about this personal complaint.

En/Pt → The gentleman, who was Mr. Jingle, saw that it was half past nine and said he must leave immediately.

The unmarried aunt playfully asked what it was time for.

Jingle squeezed her hand and said he must get their marriage licence and inform the church. Tomorrow he would call her his wife.

Rachael blushed and repeated, "The licence!"

Jingle repeated that he was going for the licence.

He sang that he would hurry away for the licence and hurry back again.

Rachael told him that he talked too much.

Jingle said his words were nothing compared with the hours, days, months, and years they would share after marriage. Those would pass as fast as a powerful steam engine.

Rachael asked whether they could marry before the next morning.

Jingle said it was impossible. They must inform the church and leave the licence that day, so the ceremony could happen tomorrow.

En/Pt → Rachael said she was terrified that her brother would discover them.

Jingle said Wardle would not find them. The crash had delayed him, and they had carefully left their carriage, walked, and taken a hired coach to the Borough. It was the last place Wardle would search.

As Jingle put on his damaged hat, Rachael lovingly asked him not to stay away long.

Jingle called her cruel for imagining he could remain away from her. He playfully hurried over, gave her a light kiss, and danced out of the room.

After the door closed, Rachael called him a dear man.

Walking down the hall, Jingle privately called her a strange old woman.

The narrator refuses to follow Jingle's dishonest thoughts. Jingle avoided the licence sellers at the entrance to Doctors' Commons and safely reached the proper office. He obtained an official marriage licence for Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, put it in his pocket, and returned proudly toward the Borough.

En/Pt → While Jingle was returning, two large gentlemen and one thin gentleman entered the White Hart yard looking for someone to question. Sam was polishing a farmer's tall boots while their owner ate a huge meal after the market. The thin gentleman approached Sam.

The thin gentleman called Sam his friend.

Sam thought the man must want free advice because he had suddenly become so friendly. Aloud, he only asked what the gentleman wanted.

After clearing his throat politely, the thin man asked whether many people were staying at the busy inn.

Sam secretly studied him. He was a small, dry-looking man with a narrow dark face and restless black eyes beside a curious nose. He wore neat black clothes, shining boots, a white neckcloth, a gold watch chain, and carried his gloves instead of wearing them. He stood like a man used to asking difficult questions.

The little man again asked whether business was good.

En/Pt → Sam said the inn would neither fail nor make a fortune. They lived simply and accepted what they had.

The little man asked if Sam was a joker.

Sam treated joking like an illness. He said his oldest brother had suffered from it and perhaps Sam had caught it by sleeping beside him.

Looking around, the little man called the inn a curious old building.

The calm Sam replied that if the gentleman had announced his visit, they would have repaired it for him.

Sam's answers confused the little man, who briefly spoke with the two larger gentlemen. Then he took some snuff and prepared to try again. Before he could, the kind-looking large man with glasses interrupted.

The kind gentleman began to say that his companion would pay Sam half a guinea to answer one or two questions.

The little professional man stopped him. He said that once a matter was given to an expert, the client must not interfere and must trust him completely. Then he admitted he had forgotten the kind gentleman's name.

En/Pt → Wardle answered that his friend was Mr. Pickwick.

The little man apologized to Pickwick. He said he welcomed private suggestions, but offering Sam half a guinea was an improper public argument that interfered with his professional work. He took more snuff and tried to look very wise.

Pickwick explained that he only wanted to end the unpleasant matter as quickly as possible.

The little man agreed that this was correct.

Pickwick said his experience had taught him that an offer of money was the argument most likely to work with anyone.

The little man praised the idea but said Pickwick should have suggested it privately to him. He began explaining how much trust clients must place in professionals and tried to quote a legal case.

Sam interrupted the legal speech with a joke about George Barnwell. Then he said he would gladly accept half a guinea. Smiling at Pickwick, he directly asked what they wanted from him.

En/Pt → Wardle began to explain what they wanted to know.

The busy little man interrupted Wardle again.

Wardle raised his shoulders in frustration and became silent.

The little man solemnly explained that they did not want to alarm anyone inside. He asked Sam who was currently staying at the inn.

Because Sam knew guests mainly by their footwear, he listed a wooden leg in room six, tall boots in thirteen, two pairs of short boots in the business room, the farmer's painted boots near the bar, and five more pairs in the coffee room.

The little man asked if there was anyone else.

Sam suddenly remembered a worn pair of Wellington boots and a pair of women's shoes in room five.

Pickwick and Wardle had been confused by Sam's strange list. Now Wardle quickly asked what kind of women's shoes they were.

Sam replied that the shoes were made in the country.

En/Pt → Wardle asked whether they carried the maker's name.

The reply is "Brown."

Sam asks where Brown comes from.

The answer is Muggleton.

Wardle excitedly says they have found the couple.

Sam quietly says the Wellingtons have gone to Doctors' Commons.

The little man says no.

Sam explains that they went there for a marriage license.

Wardle says they still have time and urgently asks to see the room.

The little lawyer advises caution. He takes out a red purse and shows Sam a gold coin.

Sam smiles as if he understands.

The lawyer promises Sam the coin if he leads them into the room without announcing them.

Sam throws aside what he was carrying and leads them through a dark passage and up a wide staircase. At the end of another passage, he holds out his hand.

The lawyer quietly places the promised coin in Sam's hand.

Sam walks a little farther with Wardle, Pickwick, and the lawyer behind him, then stops at a door.

En/Pt → The lawyer quietly asks if this is the room.

Sam nods yes.

Wardle opens the door, and the three men enter just as Jingle shows Rachael the marriage license.

Rachael screams, falls into a chair, and covers her face. Jingle quickly hides the crushed license in his pocket as the visitors approach.

Breathless with anger, Wardle calls Jingle a terrible criminal.

The lawyer urges Wardle to calm down because insulting Jingle could lead to a legal claim.

Wardle asks how Jingle dared to take his sister from his house.

The lawyer supports this question and demands an answer from Jingle.

Jingle fiercely asks who the lawyer is, making the little man step backward.

Wardle introduces his lawyer, Mr. Perker, and threatens to ruin Jingle in court. Then he angrily orders Rachael to put on her bonnet, pay the bill, and return home.

Sam quickly answers the bell because he has been secretly watching through the keyhole.

En/Pt → Wardle again orders Rachael to put on her bonnet.

Jingle tells her not to obey. He orders Wardle out and says Rachael is an adult free to choose.

Wardle mocks the claim that she is over twenty-one and says she is over forty-one.

Rachael becomes angry enough to stop pretending to faint and denies it.

Wardle says she is at least fifty.

Rachael screams loudly and faints.

Kind Pickwick calls the landlady and asks for water.

Angry Wardle suggests throwing a whole bucket of water over Rachael because she deserves it.

The landlady calls him cruel and comforts Rachael. With a maid's help, she uses vinegar, rubs her hands, touches her nose, and loosens her clothes.

Sam appears at the door and says the carriage is ready.

Wardle says he will carry Rachael downstairs.

This threat makes her dramatic illness much worse.

The landlady begins protesting angrily, but Jingle interrupts.

En/Pt → Jingle orders Sam to find a police officer.

Perker asks everyone to stop and think.

Jingle refuses. He says Rachael controls her own life and challenges anyone to remove her against her will.

Rachael weakly says she does not want to leave, then becomes ill again.

Perker privately tells Wardle and Pickwick that they have no legal power over Rachael. He had warned them that only a financial agreement could solve the problem.

Everyone pauses briefly.

Pickwick asks what kind of agreement Perker recommends.

Perker says Wardle must accept losing some money.

Wardle says he will lose any amount rather than allow this shame and let his foolish sister suffer for life.

Perker thinks he can arrange it and invites Jingle into the next room.

Jingle agrees, and the four men enter an empty room.

Perker closes the door and speaks privately with Jingle. He says both understand that Jingle ran away with Rachael for her money.

En/Pt → Jingle relaxes and almost gives him a knowing wink.

Perker explains that Rachael owns only a few hundred pounds until her elderly mother dies.

Jingle strongly repeats the word "elderly."

Perker says the mother is not yet seventy-three and comes from a family whose members usually live past eighty-five.

Jingle impatiently asks him to continue.

Perker calls Jingle a capable young man who could build a fortune if he had some starting money.

Jingle again asks him to continue.

Perker asks if Jingle understands.

Jingle says he does not fully understand.

Perker offers him fifty pounds and freedom instead of Rachael and a long wait for her money.

Jingle stands and says fifty pounds is not nearly enough.

Perker holds his coat button and argues that a clever man could quickly multiply fifty pounds.

Jingle says he could do more with one hundred and fifty pounds.

Perker offers seventy pounds to avoid wasting time.

En/Pt → Jingle refuses.

Perker urges him not to leave and offers eighty pounds by immediate check.

Jingle again refuses.

Perker asks what amount Jingle will accept.

Jingle lists his costs: nine pounds for travel, three for the license, one hundred in compensation, plus damaged honor and loss of the lady.

Perker ignores the final two claims and offers one hundred pounds instead of one hundred and twelve.

Jingle asks for twenty more.

Perker sits down to write the check.

Perker makes it payable in two days so they can take Rachael home first. Wardle unhappily agrees.

Perker says one hundred pounds.

Jingle insists on twenty more.

Perker protests.

Wardle orders Perker to pay Jingle and let him leave.

Perker writes the check, and Jingle puts it in his pocket.

Wardle stands and orders Jingle to leave immediately.

Perker tries to calm him.

Wardle says he accepted the deal only because money will help Jingle destroy himself even faster.

En/Pt → Perker again tries to interrupt.

Wardle tells Perker to be quiet and orders Jingle from the room.

Unashamed, Jingle says he is leaving and casually says goodbye to Pickwick.

Pickwick's eyes burn with anger, his nose opens wide, and his fists close. Still, he controls himself and does not attack Jingle.

Jingle throws the marriage license at Pickwick's feet. He suggests changing the name on it, taking Rachael home, and using it for Tupman.

This insult reaches Pickwick's heart. He throws an ink bottle and rushes forward, but Jingle has disappeared, and Sam catches him.

Sam jokes that furniture must be cheap where Pickwick lives. He points to the ink mark on the wall and says chasing Jingle is useless because he is already far away.

Pickwick quickly recognizes the truth. His anger disappears, and he catches his breath while looking kindly at his friends.

The narrator refuses to describe Rachael's painful crying after Jingle abandons her, though Pickwick recorded the scene with tears.

En/Pt → The next evening, Wardle, Pickwick, and the abandoned Rachael sadly return to Manor Farm by coach.

CHAPTER XI. Involving Another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to Be Present at an Election; and Containing a Manuscript of the Old Clergyman's

En/Pt → A peaceful night and fresh morning air restore Pickwick. He happily greets Winkle and Snodgrass after two days apart, but notices that both look strangely sad and secretive.

After warm greetings, Pickwick asks how Tupman is.

Winkle does not answer. He turns away and looks lost in sad thought.

Pickwick seriously asks Snodgrass whether Tupman is ill.

With a tear in his eye, Snodgrass says Tupman is not ill.

Pickwick stops and studies both friends.

He demands to know what their behavior means, where Tupman is, and what has happened.

Pickwick speaks with such serious dignity that they cannot refuse to answer.

Snodgrass told Pickwick that Tupman had left.

Pickwick repeated the news in shock and disbelief.

Snodgrass confirmed once more that Tupman was gone.

Pickwick urgently asked where Tupman had gone.

Snodgrass handed Pickwick a letter. He explained that Tupman became sadder after hearing Rachael would return, disappeared during the day, and arranged for this letter to arrive at night.

En/Pt → Pickwick opened the letter and recognized Tupman's handwriting.

Tupman wrote that Pickwick was stronger than ordinary people. He described the pain of losing a lovely woman and being tricked by a false friend.

Original English Text

Front Matter

2. CHAPTER I. The Pickwickians

3. CHAPTER II. The First Day's Journey, and the First Evening's Adventures; with Their Consequences

4. CHAPTER III. A New Acquaintance--the Stroller's Tale--a Disagreeable Interruption, and an Unpleasant Encounter

5. CHAPTER IV. A Field Day and Bivouac--more New Friends--an Invitation to the Country

6. CHAPTER V. A SHORT ONE--SHOWING, AMONG OTHER MATTERS, HOW Mr. PICKWICK UNDERTOOK TO DRIVE, AND MR. WINKLE TO RIDE, AND HOW THEY BOTH DID IT

7. CHAPTER VI. An Old-fashioned Card-party--the Clergyman's Verses--the Story of the Convict's Return

8. CHAPTER VII. How Mr. Winkle, Instead of Shooting at the Pigeon and Killing the Crow, Shot at the Crow and Wounded the Pigeon; How the Dingley Dell Cricket Club Played All-muggleton, and How All-muggleton Dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with Other Interesting and Instructive Matters

9. CHAPTER VIII. Strongly Illustrative of the Position, That the Course of True Love Is Not a Railway

10. CHAPTER IX. A Discovery and a Chase

11. CHAPTER X. Clearing Up All Doubts (if Any Existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. a. Jingle's Character

12. CHAPTER XI. Involving Another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to Be Present at an Election; and Containing a Manuscript of the Old Clergyman's

Contents

Front Matter

Português → # The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

1. The Pickwickians 2. The first Day's Journey, and the first Evening's Adventures; with their Consequences 3. A new Acquaintance--The Stroller's Tale--A disagreeable Interruption, and an unpleasant Encounter 4. A Field Day and Bivouac--More new Friends--An Invitation to the Country 5. A short one--Showing, among other Matters, how Mr. Pickwick undertook to drive, and Mr. Winkle to ride, and how they both did it 6. An old-fashioned Card-party--The Clergyman's verses--The Story of the Convict's Return 7. How Mr. Winkle, instead of shooting at the Pigeon and killing the Crow, shot at the Crow and wounded the Pigeon; how the Dingley Dell Cricket Club played All-Muggleton, and how All- Muggleton dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with other interesting and instructive Matters 8. Strongly illustrative of the Position, that the Course of True Love is not a Railway 9. A Discovery and a Chase 10. Clearing up all Doubts (if any existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. A. Jingle's Character 11. Involving another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to be present at an Election; and containing a Manuscript of the old Clergyman's 12. Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the Part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History 13. Some Account of Eatanswill; of the State of Parties therein; and of the Election of a Member to serve in Parliament for that ancient, loyal, and patriotic Borough 14. Comprising a brief Description of the Company at the Peacock assembled; and a Tale told by a Bagman 15. In which is given a faithful Portraiture of two distinguished Persons; and an accurate Description of a public Breakfast in their House and Grounds: which public Breakfast leads to the Recognition of an old Acquaintance, and the Commencement of anothe r Chapter 16. Too full of Adventure to be briefly described 17. Showing that an Attack of Rheumatism, in some Cases, acts as a Quickener to inventive Genius 18. Briefly illustrative of two Points; first, the Power of Hysterics, and, secondly, the Force of Circumstances 19. A pleasant Day with an unpleasant Termination 20. Showing how Dodson and Fogg were Men of Business, and their Clerks Men of pleasure; and how an affecting Interview took place between Mr. Weller and his long-lost Parent; showing also what Choice Spirits assembled at the Magpie and Stump, and what a C apital Chapter the next one will be 21. In which the old Man launches forth into his favourite Theme, and relates a Story about a queer Client 22. Mr. Pickwick journeys to Ipswich and meets with a romantic Adventure with a middle-aged Lady in yellow Curl-papers 23. In which Mr. Samuel Weller begins to devote his Energies to the Return Match between himself and Mr. Trotter 24. Wherein Mr. Peter Magnus grows jealous, and the middle-aged Lady apprehensive, which brings the Pickwickians within the Grasp of the Law 25. Showing, among a Variety of pleasant Matters, how majestic and impartial Mr. Nupkins was; and how Mr. Weller returned Mr. Job Trotter's Shuttlecock as heavily as it came- -With another Matter, which will be found in its Place 26. Which contains a brief Account of the Progress of the Action of Bardell against Pickwick 27. Samuel Weller makes a Pilgrimage to Dorking, and beholds his Mother-in-law 28. A good-humoured Christmas Chapter, containing an Account of a Wedding, and some other Sports beside: which although in their Way even as good Customs as Marriage itself, are not quite so religiously kept up, in these degenerate Times 29. The Story of the Goblins who stole a Sexton 30. How the Pickwickians made and cultivated the Acquaintance of a Couple of nice young Men belonging to one of the liberal Professions; how they disported themselves on the Ice; and how their Visit came to a Conclusion 31. Which is all about the Law, and sundry Great Authorities learned therein 32. Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough 33. Mr. Weller the elder delivers some Critical Sentiments respecting Literary Composition; and, assisted by his Son Samuel, pays a small Instalment of Retaliation to the Account of the Reverend Gentleman with the Red Nose 34. Is wholly devoted to a full and faithful Report of the memorable Trial of Bardell against Pickwick 35. In which Mr. Pickwick thinks he had better go to Bath; and goes accordingly 36. The chief Features of which will be found to be an authentic Version of the Legend of Prince Bladud, and a most extraordinary Calamity that befell Mr. Winkle 37. Honourably accounts for Mr. Weller's Absence, by describing a Soiree to which he was invited and went; also relates how he was intrusted by Mr. Pickwick with a Private Mission of Delicacy and Importance 38. How Mr. Winkle, when he stepped out of the Frying-pan, walked gently and comfortably into the Fire 39. Mr. Samuel Weller, being intrusted with a Mission of Love, proceeds to execute it; with what Success will hereinafter appear 40. Introduces Mr. Pickwick to a new and not uninteresting Scene in the great Drama of Life 41. What befell Mr. Pickwick when he got into the Fleet; what Prisoners he saw there; and how he passed the Night 42. Illustrative, like the preceding one, of the old Proverb, that Adversity brings a Man acquainted with strange Bedfellows--Likewise containing Mr. Pickwick's extraordinary and startling Announcement to Mr. Samuel Weller 43. Showing how Mr. Samuel Weller got into Difficulties 44. Treats of divers little Matters which occurred in the Fleet, and of Mr. Winkle's mysterious Behaviour; and shows how the poor Chancery Prisoner obtained his Release at last 45. Descriptive of an affecting Interview between Mr. Samuel Weller and a Family Party. Mr. Pickwick makes a Tour of the diminutive World he inhabits, and resolves to mix with it, in Future, as little as possible 46. Records a touching Act of delicate Feeling not unmixed with Pleasantry, achieved and performed by Messrs. Dodson and Fogg 47. Is chiefly devoted to Matters of Business, and the temporal Advantage of Dodson and Fogg--Mr. Winkle reappears under extraordinary Circumstances--Mr. Pickwick's Benevolence proves stronger than his Obstinacy 48. Relates how Mr. Pickwick, with the Assistance of Samuel Weller, essayed to soften the Heart of Mr. Benjamin Allen, and to mollify the Wrath of Mr. Robert Sawyer 49. Containing the Story of the Bagman's Uncle 50. How Mr. Pickwick sped upon his Mission, and how he was reinforced in the Outset by a most unexpected Auxiliary 51. In which Mr. Pickwick encounters an old Acquaintance--To which fortunate Circumstance the Reader is mainly indebted for Matter of thrilling Interest herein set down, concerning two great Public Men of Might and Power 52. Involving a serious Change in the Weller Family, and the untimely Downfall of Mr. Stiggins 53. Comprising the final Exit of Mr. Jingle and Job Trotter, with a great Morning of business in Gray's Inn Square--Concluding with a Double Knock at Mr. Perker's Door 54. Containing some Particulars relative to the Double Knock, and other Matters: among which certain interesting Disclosures relative to Mr. Snodgrass and a Young Lady are by no Means irrelevant to this History 55. Mr. Solomon Pell, assisted by a Select Committee of Coachmen, arranges the affairs of the elder Mr. Weller 56. An important Conference takes place between Mr. Pickwick and Samuel Weller, at which his Parent assists--An old Gentleman in a snuff-coloured Suit arrives unexpectedly 57. In which the Pickwick Club is finally dissolved, and everything concluded to the Satisfaction of Everybody

CHAPTER I. The Pickwickians

Português → The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted.

'May 12, 1827. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. The following resolutions unanimously agreed to:--

'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same.

'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning.

'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club.

'That the said proposal has received the sanction and approval of this Association.

Português → 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London.

'That this Association cordially recognises the principle of every member of the Corresponding Society defraying his own travelling expenses; and that it sees no objection whatever to the members of the said society pursuing their inquiries for any length of time they please, upon the same terms.

'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.'

A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. And how much more interesting did the spectacle become, when, starting into full life and animation, as a simultaneous call for 'Pickwick' burst from his followers, that illustrious man slowly mounted into the Windsor chair, on which he had been previously seated, and addressed the club himself had founded. What a study for an artist did that exciting scene present! The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs.

Português → Mr. Pickwick's oration upon this occasion, together with the debate thereon, is entered on the Transactions of the Club. Both bear a strong affinity to the discussions of other celebrated bodies; and, as it is always interesting to trace a resemblance between the proceedings of great men, we transfer the entry to these pages.

'Mr. Pickwick observed (says the secretary) that fame was dear to the heart of every man. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. He (Mr. Pickwick) would not deny that he was influenced by human passions and human feelings (cheers)--possibly by human weaknesses (loud cries of "No"); but this he would say, that if ever the fire of self-importance broke out in his bosom, the desire to benefit the human race in preference effectually quenched it. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Travelling was in a troubled state, and the minds of coachmen were unsettled. Let them look abroad and contemplate the scenes which were enacting around them. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of--

'MR. BLOTTON (of Aldgate) rose to order. Did the honourable Pickwickian allude to him? (Cries of "Order," "Chair," "Yes," "No," "Go on," "Leave off," etc.)

'MR. PICKWICK would not put up to be put down by clamour. He had alluded to the honourable gentleman. (Great excitement.)

'MR. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.")

Português → 'Mr. A. SNODGRASS rose to order. He threw himself upon the chair. (Hear.) He wished to know whether this disgraceful contest between two members of that club should be allowed to continue. (Hear, hear.)

'The CHAIRMAN was quite sure the hon. Pickwickian would withdraw the expression he had just made use of.

'MR. BLOTTON, with all possible respect for the chair, was quite sure he would not.

'The CHAIRMAN felt it his imperative duty to demand of the honourable gentleman, whether he had used the expression which had just escaped him in a common sense.

'MR. BLOTTON had no hesitation in saying that he had not--he had used the word in its Pickwickian sense. (Hear, hear.) He was bound to acknowledge that, personally, he entertained the highest regard and esteem for the honourable gentleman; he had merely considered him a humbug in a Pickwickian point of view. (Hear, hear.)

'MR. PICKWICK felt much gratified by the fair, candid, and full explanation of his honourable friend. He begged it to be at once understood, that his own observations had been merely intended to bear a Pickwickian construction. (Cheers.)'

Here the entry terminates, as we have no doubt the debate did also, after arriving at such a highly satisfactory and intelligible point. We have no official statement of the facts which the reader will find recorded in the next chapter, but they have been carefully collated from letters and other MS. authorities, so unquestionably genuine as to justify their narration in a connected form.

CHAPTER II. The First Day's Journey, and the First Evening's Adventures; with Their Consequences

Português → That punctual servant of all work, the sun, had just risen, and begun to strike a light on the morning of the thirteenth of May, one thousand eight hundred and twenty-seven, when Mr. Samuel Pickwick burst like another sun from his slumbers, threw open his chamber window, and looked out upon the world beneath. Goswell Street was at his feet, Goswell Street was on his right hand--as far as the eye could reach, Goswell Street extended on his left; and the opposite side of Goswell Street was over the way. 'Such,' thought Mr. Pickwick, 'are the narrow views of those philosophers who, content with examining the things that lie before them, look not to the truths which are hidden beyond. As well might I be content to gaze on Goswell Street for ever, without one effort to penetrate to the hidden countries which on every side surround it.' And having given vent to this beautiful reflection, Mr. Pickwick proceeded to put himself into his clothes, and his clothes into his portmanteau. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand.

'Cab!' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. This was the waterman. 'Here you are, sir. Now, then, fust cab!' And the first cab having been fetched from the public- house, where he had been smoking his first pipe, Mr. Pickwick and his portmanteau were thrown into the vehicle.

'Golden Cross,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Only a bob's vorth, Tommy,' cried the driver sulkily, for the information of his friend the waterman, as the cab drove off.

'How old is that horse, my friend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, rubbing his nose with the shilling he had reserved for the fare.

Português → 'Forty-two,' replied the driver, eyeing him askant.

'What!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, laying his hand upon his note-book. The driver reiterated his former statement. Mr. Pickwick looked very hard at the man's face, but his features were immovable, so he noted down the fact forthwith.

'And how long do you keep him out at a time?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, searching for further information.

'Two or three veeks,' replied the man.

'Weeks!' said Mr. Pickwick in astonishment, and out came the note-book again.

'He lives at Pentonwil when he's at home,' observed the driver coolly, 'but we seldom takes him home, on account of his weakness.'

'On account of his weakness!' reiterated the perplexed Mr. Pickwick.

'He always falls down when he's took out o' the cab,' continued the driver, 'but when he's in it, we bears him up werry tight, and takes him in werry short, so as he can't werry well fall down; and we've got a pair o' precious large wheels on, so ven he does move, they run after him, and he must go on--he can't help it.'

Mr. Pickwick entered every word of this statement in his note-book, with the view of communicating it to the club, as a singular instance of the tenacity of life in horses under trying circumstances. The entry was scarcely completed when they reached the Golden Cross. Down jumped the driver, and out got Mr. Pickwick. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him.

Português → 'Here's your fare,' said Mr. Pickwick, holding out the shilling to the driver.

What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Pickwick) for the amount!

'You are mad,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Or drunk,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Or both,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Come on!' said the cab-driver, sparring away like clockwork. 'Come on-- all four on you.'

'Here's a lark!' shouted half a dozen hackney coachmen. 'Go to vork, Sam!--and they crowded with great glee round the party.

'What's the row, Sam?' inquired one gentleman in black calico sleeves.

'Row!' replied the cabman, 'what did he want my number for?'

'I didn't want your number,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

'What did you take it for, then?' inquired the cabman.

'I didn't take it,' said Mr. Pickwick indignantly.

'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book).

Português → 'Did he though?' inquired another cabman.

'Yes, did he,' replied the first; 'and then arter aggerawatin' me to assault him, gets three witnesses here to prove it. But I'll give it him, if I've six months for it. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds.

'Where's an officer?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Put 'em under the pump,' suggested a hot-pieman.

'You shall smart for this,' gasped Mr. Pickwick.

'Informers!' shouted the crowd.

'Come on,' cried the cabman, who had been sparring without cessation the whole time.

The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer.

'What's the fun?' said a rather tall, thin, young man, in a green coat, emerging suddenly from the coach-yard.

'Informers!' shouted the crowd again.

'We are not,' roared Mr. Pickwick, in a tone which, to any dispassionate listener, carried conviction with it.

Português → 'Ain't you, though--ain't you?' said the young man, appealing to Mr. Pickwick, and making his way through the crowd by the infallible process of elbowing the countenances of its component members.

That learned man in a few hurried words explained the real state of the case.

'Come along, then,' said he of the green coat, lugging Mr. Pickwick after him by main force, and talking the whole way. Here, No. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples.

'Here, waiter!' shouted the stranger, ringing the bell with tremendous violence, 'glasses round--brandy-and-water, hot and strong, and sweet, and plenty,--eye damaged, Sir? Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred.

While his three companions were busily engaged in proffering their thanks to their new acquaintance, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to examine his costume and appearance.

He was about the middle height, but the thinness of his body, and the length of his legs, gave him the appearance of being much taller. The green coat had been a smart dress garment in the days of swallow-tails, but had evidently in those times adorned a much shorter man than the stranger, for the soiled and faded sleeves scarcely reached to his wrists. It was buttoned closely up to his chin, at the imminent hazard of splitting the back; and an old stock, without a vestige of shirt collar, ornamented his neck. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man.

Português → Such was the individual on whom Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles (which he had fortunately recovered), and to whom he proceeded, when his friends had exhausted themselves, to return in chosen terms his warmest thanks for his recent assistance.

'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.'

This coherent speech was interrupted by the entrance of the Rochester coachman, to announce that 'the Commodore' was on the point of starting.

'Commodore!' said the stranger, starting up, 'my coach--place booked,-- one outside--leave you to pay for the brandy-and-water,--want change for a five,--bad silver--Brummagem buttons--won't do--no go--eh?' and he shook his head most knowingly.

Now it so happened that Mr. Pickwick and his three companions had resolved to make Rochester their first halting-place too; and having intimated to their new-found acquaintance that they were journeying to the same city, they agreed to occupy the seat at the back of the coach, where they could all sit together.

'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially.

'Any luggage, Sir?' inquired the coachman.

'Who--I? Brown paper parcel here, that's all--other luggage gone by water--packing-cases, nailed up--big as houses--heavy, heavy, damned heavy,' replied the stranger, as he forced into his pocket as much as he could of the brown paper parcel, which presented most suspicious indications of containing one shirt and a handkerchief.

Português → 'Heads, heads--take care of your heads!' cried the loquacious stranger, as they came out under the low archway, which in those days formed the entrance to the coach-yard. 'Terrible place--dangerous work--other day-- five children--mother--tall lady, eating sandwiches--forgot the arch-- crash--knock--children look round--mother's head off--sandwich in her hand--no mouth to put it in--head of a family off--shocking, shocking! Looking at Whitehall, sir?--fine place--little window--somebody else's head off there, eh, sir?--he didn't keep a sharp look-out enough either- -eh, Sir, eh?'

'I am ruminating,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'on the strange mutability of human affairs.'

'Ah! I see--in at the palace door one day, out at the window the next. Philosopher, Sir?'

'An observer of human nature, Sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Ah, so am I. Most people are when they've little to do and less to get. Poet, Sir?'

'My friend Mr. Snodgrass has a strong poetic turn,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'So have I,' said the stranger. 'Epic poem--ten thousand lines-- revolution of July--composed it on the spot--Mars by day, Apollo by night--bang the field-piece, twang the lyre.'

Português → 'You were present at that glorious scene, sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Present! think I was;* fired a musket--fired with an idea--rushed into wine shop--wrote it down--back again--whiz, bang--another idea--wine shop again--pen and ink--back again--cut and slash--noble time, Sir. Sportsman, sir?' abruptly turning to Mr. Winkle.

* A remarkable instance of the prophetic force of Mr. Jingle's imagination; this dialogue occurring in the year 1827, and the Revolution in 1830.

'A little, Sir,' replied that gentleman.

'Fine pursuit, sir--fine pursuit.--Dogs, Sir?'

'Not just now,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.'

'Singular circumstance that,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'Will you allow me to make a note of it?'

'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside).

Português → 'Very!' said Mr. Tupman.

'English girls not so fine as Spanish--noble creatures--jet hair--black eyes--lovely forms--sweet creatures--beautiful.'

'You have been in Spain, sir?' said Mr. Tracy Tupman.

'Lived there--ages.'

'Many conquests, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Conquests! Thousands. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.'

'Is the lady in England now, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, on whom the description of her charms had produced a powerful impression.

'Dead, sir--dead,' said the stranger, applying to his right eye the brief remnant of a very old cambric handkerchief. 'Never recovered the stomach pump--undermined constitution--fell a victim.'

'And her father?' inquired the poetic Snodgrass.

'Remorse and misery,' replied the stranger. 'Sudden disappearance--talk of the whole city--search made everywhere without success--public fountain in the great square suddenly ceased playing--weeks elapsed-- still a stoppage--workmen employed to clean it--water drawn off--father- in-law discovered sticking head first in the main pipe, with a full confession in his right boot--took him out, and the fountain played away again, as well as ever.'

Português → 'Will you allow me to note that little romance down, Sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass, deeply affected.

'Certainly, Sir, certainly--fifty more if you like to hear 'em--strange life mine--rather curious history--not extraordinary, but singular.'

In this strain, with an occasional glass of ale, by way of parenthesis, when the coach changed horses, did the stranger proceed, until they reached Rochester bridge, by which time the note-books, both of Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Snodgrass, were completely filled with selections from his adventures.

'Magnificent ruin!' said Mr. Augustus Snodgrass, with all the poetic fervour that distinguished him, when they came in sight of the fine old castle.

'What a study for an antiquarian!' were the very words which fell from Mr. Pickwick's mouth, as he applied his telescope to his eye.

'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped.

'Do you remain here, Sir?' inquired Mr. Nathaniel Winkle.

'Here--not I--but you'd better--good house--nice beds--Wright's next house, dear--very dear--half-a-crown in the bill if you look at the waiter--charge you more if you dine at a friend's than they would if you dined in the coffee-room--rum fellows--very.'

Mr. Winkle turned to Mr. Pickwick, and murmured a few words; a whisper passed from Mr. Pickwick to Mr. Snodgrass, from Mr. Snodgrass to Mr. Tupman, and nods of assent were exchanged. Mr. Pickwick addressed the stranger.

Português → 'You rendered us a very important service this morning, sir,' said he, 'will you allow us to offer a slight mark of our gratitude by begging the favour of your company at dinner?'

'Great pleasure--not presume to dictate, but broiled fowl and mushrooms- -capital thing! What time?'

'Let me see,' replied Mr. Pickwick, referring to his watch, 'it is now nearly three. Shall we say five?'

'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street.

'Evidently a traveller in many countries, and a close observer of men and things,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'I should like to see his poem,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'I should like to have seen that dog,' said Mr. Winkle.

Mr. Tupman said nothing; but he thought of Donna Christina, the stomach pump, and the fountain; and his eyes filled with tears.

A private sitting-room having been engaged, bedrooms inspected, and dinner ordered, the party walked out to view the city and adjoining neighbourhood.

Português → We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. His general description is easily abridged.

'The principal productions of these towns,' says Mr. Pickwick, 'appear to be soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dockyard men. The commodities chiefly exposed for sale in the public streets are marine stores, hard-bake, apples, flat-fish, and oysters. The streets present a lively and animated appearance, occasioned chiefly by the conviviality of the military. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Nothing,' adds Mr. Pickwick, 'can exceed their good-humour. It was but the day before my arrival that one of them had been most grossly insulted in the house of a publican. The barmaid had positively refused to draw him any more liquor; in return for which he had (merely in playfulness) drawn his bayonet, and wounded the girl in the shoulder. And yet this fine fellow was the very first to go down to the house next morning and express his readiness to overlook the matter, and forget what had occurred!

'The consumption of tobacco in these towns,' continues Mr. Pickwick, 'must be very great, and the smell which pervades the streets must be exceedingly delicious to those who are extremely fond of smoking. A superficial traveller might object to the dirt, which is their leading characteristic; but to those who view it as an indication of traffic and commercial prosperity, it is truly gratifying.'

Punctual to five o'clock came the stranger, and shortly afterwards the dinner. He had divested himself of his brown paper parcel, but had made no alteration in his attire, and was, if possible, more loquacious than ever.

'What's that?' he inquired, as the waiter removed one of the covers.

Português → 'Soles, Sir.'

'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Glass of wine, Sir.'

'With pleasure,' said Mr. Pickwick; and the stranger took wine, first with him, and then with Mr. Snodgrass, and then with Mr. Tupman, and then with Mr. Winkle, and then with the whole party together, almost as rapidly as he talked.

'Devil of a mess on the staircase, waiter,' said the stranger. 'Forms going up--carpenters coming down--lamps, glasses, harps. What's going forward?'

'Ball, Sir,' said the waiter.

'Assembly, eh?'

'No, Sir, not assembly, Sir. Ball for the benefit of a charity, Sir.'

'Many fine women in this town, do you know, Sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, with great interest.

'Splendid--capital. Kent, sir--everybody knows Kent--apples, cherries, hops, and women. Glass of wine, Sir!'

'With great pleasure,' replied Mr. Tupman. The stranger filled, and emptied.

Português → 'I should very much like to go,' said Mr. Tupman, resuming the subject of the ball, 'very much.'

'Tickets at the bar, Sir,' interposed the waiter; 'half-a-guinea each, Sir.'

Mr. Tupman again expressed an earnest wish to be present at the festivity; but meeting with no response in the darkened eye of Mr. Snodgrass, or the abstracted gaze of Mr. Pickwick, he applied himself with great interest to the port wine and dessert, which had just been placed on the table. The waiter withdrew, and the party were left to enjoy the cosy couple of hours succeeding dinner.

'Beg your pardon, sir,' said the stranger, 'bottle stands--pass it round--way of the sun--through the button-hole--no heeltaps,' and he emptied his glass, which he had filled about two minutes before, and poured out another, with the air of a man who was used to it.

The wine was passed, and a fresh supply ordered. The visitor talked, the Pickwickians listened. Mr. Tupman felt every moment more disposed for the ball. Mr. Pickwick's countenance glowed with an expression of universal philanthropy, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass fell fast asleep.

'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille.

'How I should like to go,' said Mr. Tupman again.

'So should I,' said the stranger--'confounded luggage,--heavy smacks-- nothing to go in--odd, ain't it?'

Now general benevolence was one of the leading features of the Pickwickian theory, and no one was more remarkable for the zealous manner in which he observed so noble a principle than Mr. Tracy Tupman. The number of instances recorded on the Transactions of the Society, in which that excellent man referred objects of charity to the houses of other members for left-off garments or pecuniary relief is almost incredible.

Português → 'I should be very happy to lend you a change of apparel for the purpose,' said Mr. Tracy Tupman, 'but you are rather slim, and I am--'

'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.'

Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. He passed the wine, coughed twice, and looked at the stranger for several seconds with a stern intensity; as that individual, however, appeared perfectly collected, and quite calm under his searching glance, he gradually relaxed, and reverted to the subject of the ball.

'I was about to observe, Sir,' he said, 'that though my apparel would be too large, a suit of my friend Mr. Winkle's would, perhaps, fit you better.'

The stranger took Mr. Winkle's measure with his eye, and that feature glistened with satisfaction as he said, 'Just the thing.'

Mr. Tupman looked round him. The wine, which had exerted its somniferous influence over Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle, had stolen upon the senses of Mr. Pickwick. That gentleman had gradually passed through the various stages which precede the lethargy produced by dinner, and its consequences. He had undergone the ordinary transitions from the height of conviviality to the depth of misery, and from the depth of misery to the height of conviviality. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. His head was sunk upon his bosom, and perpetual snoring, with a partial choke occasionally, were the only audible indications of the great man's presence.

The temptation to be present at the ball, and to form his first impressions of the beauty of the Kentish ladies, was strong upon Mr. Tupman. The temptation to take the stranger with him was equally great. He was wholly unacquainted with the place and its inhabitants, and the stranger seemed to possess as great a knowledge of both as if he had lived there from his infancy. Mr. Winkle was asleep, and Mr. Tupman had had sufficient experience in such matters to know that the moment he awoke he would, in the ordinary course of nature, roll heavily to bed. He was undecided. 'Fill your glass, and pass the wine,' said the indefatigable visitor.

Português → Mr. Tupman did as he was requested; and the additional stimulus of the last glass settled his determination.

'Winkle's bedroom is inside mine,' said Mr. Tupman; 'I couldn't make him understand what I wanted, if I woke him now, but I know he has a dress- suit in a carpet bag; and supposing you wore it to the ball, and took it off when we returned, I could replace it without troubling him at all about the matter.'

'Capital,' said the stranger, 'famous plan--damned odd situation-- fourteen coats in the packing-cases, and obliged to wear another man's-- very good notion, that--very.'

'We must purchase our tickets,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Not worth while splitting a guinea,' said the stranger, 'toss who shall pay for both--I call; you spin--first time--woman--woman--bewitching woman,' and down came the sovereign with the dragon (called by courtesy a woman) uppermost.

Mr. Tupman rang the bell, purchased the tickets, and ordered chamber candlesticks. In another quarter of an hour the stranger was completely arrayed in a full suit of Mr. Nathaniel Winkle's.

'It's a new coat,' said Mr. Tupman, as the stranger surveyed himself with great complacency in a cheval glass; 'the first that's been made with our club button,' and he called his companions' attention to the large gilt button which displayed a bust of Mr. Pickwick in the centre, and the letters 'P. C.' on either side.

'"P. C."' said the stranger--'queer set out--old fellow's likeness, and "P. C."--What does "P. C." stand for--Peculiar Coat, eh?' Mr. Tupman, with rising indignation and great importance, explained the mystic device.

'Rather short in the waist, ain't it?' said the stranger, screwing himself round to catch a glimpse in the glass of the waist buttons, which were half-way up his back. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom.

Português → 'What names, sir?' said the man at the door. Mr. Tracy Tupman was stepping forward to announce his own titles, when the stranger prevented him.

'No names at all;' and then he whispered Mr. Tupman, 'names won't do-- not known--very good names in their way, but not great ones--capital names for a small party, but won't make an impression in public assemblies--incog. the thing--gentlemen from London--distinguished foreigners--anything.' The door was thrown open, and Mr. Tracy Tupman and the stranger entered the ballroom.

It was a long room, with crimson-covered benches, and wax candles in glass chandeliers. The musicians were securely confined in an elevated den, and quadrilles were being systematically got through by two or three sets of dancers. Two card-tables were made up in the adjoining card-room, and two pair of old ladies, and a corresponding number of stout gentlemen, were executing whist therein.

The finale concluded, the dancers promenaded the room, and Mr. Tupman and his companion stationed themselves in a corner to observe the company.

'Charming women,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.'

'Who's that little boy with the light hair and pink eyes, in a fancy dress?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.'

'Sir Thomas Clubber, Lady Clubber, and the Misses Clubber!' shouted the man at the door in a stentorian voice. A great sensation was created throughout the room by the entrance of a tall gentleman in a blue coat and bright buttons, a large lady in blue satin, and two young ladies, on a similar scale, in fashionably-made dresses of the same hue.

Português → 'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company.

'Mr. Smithie, Mrs. Smithie, and the Misses Smithie,' was the next announcement.

'What's Mr. Smithie?' inquired Mr. Tracy Tupman.

'Something in the yard,' replied the stranger. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all.

'Colonel Bulder, Mrs. Colonel Bulder, and Miss Bulder,' were the next arrivals.

'Head of the garrison,' said the stranger, in reply to Mr. Tupman's inquiring look.

Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.'

While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. The less aristocratic officers of the 97th devoted themselves to the families of the less important functionaries from the dockyard. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party.

One of the most popular personages, in his own circle, present, was a little fat man, with a ring of upright black hair round his head, and an extensive bald plain on the top of it--Doctor Slammer, surgeon to the 97th. The doctor took snuff with everybody, chatted with everybody, laughed, danced, made jokes, played whist, did everything, and was everywhere. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income.

Português → Upon the doctor, and the widow, the eyes of both Mr. Tupman and his companion had been fixed for some time, when the stranger broke silence.

'Lots of money--old girl--pompous doctor--not a bad idea--good fun,' were the intelligible sentences which issued from his lips. Mr. Tupman looked inquisitively in his face.

'I'll dance with the widow,' said the stranger.

'Who is she?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Don't know--never saw her in all my life--cut out the doctor--here goes.' And the stranger forthwith crossed the room; and, leaning against a mantel-piece, commenced gazing with an air of respectful and melancholy admiration on the fat countenance of the little old lady. Mr. Tupman looked on, in mute astonishment. The stranger progressed rapidly; the little doctor danced with another lady; the widow dropped her fan; the stranger picked it up, and presented it--a smile--a bow--a curtsey-- a few words of conversation. The stranger walked boldly up to, and returned with, the master of the ceremonies; a little introductory pantomime; and the stranger and Mrs. Budger took their places in a quadrille.

The surprise of Mr. Tupman at this summary proceeding, great as it was, was immeasurably exceeded by the astonishment of the doctor. The stranger was young, and the widow was flattered. The doctor's attentions were unheeded by the widow; and the doctor's indignation was wholly lost on his imperturbable rival. Doctor Slammer was paralysed. He, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th, to be extinguished in a moment, by a man whom nobody had ever seen before, and whom nobody knew even now! Doctor Slammer--Doctor Slammer of the 97th rejected! Impossible! It could not be! Yes, it was; there they were. What! introducing his friend! Could he believe his eyes! He looked again, and was under the painful necessity of admitting the veracity of his optics; Mrs. Budger was dancing with Mr. Tracy Tupman; there was no mistaking the fact. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter.

Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion.

The stranger was returning, and Mr. Tupman was beside him. He spoke in a low tone, and laughed. The little doctor thirsted for his life. He was exulting. He had triumphed.

Português → 'Sir!' said the doctor, in an awful voice, producing a card, and retiring into an angle of the passage, 'my name is Slammer, Doctor Slammer, sir--97th Regiment--Chatham Barracks--my card, Sir, my card.' He would have added more, but his indignation choked him.

'Ah!' replied the stranger coolly, 'Slammer--much obliged--polite attention--not ill now, Slammer--but when I am--knock you up.'

'You--you're a shuffler, sir,' gasped the furious doctor, 'a poltroon--a coward--a liar--a--a--will nothing induce you to give me your card, sir!'

'Oh! I see,' said the stranger, half aside, 'negus too strong here-- liberal landlord--very foolish--very--lemonade much better--hot rooms-- elderly gentlemen--suffer for it in the morning--cruel--cruel;' and he moved on a step or two.

'You are stopping in this house, Sir,' said the indignant little man; 'you are intoxicated now, Sir; you shall hear from me in the morning, sir. I shall find you out, sir; I shall find you out.'

'Rather you found me out than found me at home,' replied the unmoved stranger.

Doctor Slammer looked unutterable ferocity, as he fixed his hat on his head with an indignant knock; and the stranger and Mr. Tupman ascended to the bedroom of the latter to restore the borrowed plumage to the unconscious Winkle.

That gentleman was fast asleep; the restoration was soon made. The stranger was extremely jocose; and Mr. Tracy Tupman, being quite bewildered with wine, negus, lights, and ladies, thought the whole affair was an exquisite joke. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose.

Português → Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door.

'Who's there?' said Mr. Pickwick, starting up in bed.

'Boots, sir.'

'What do you want?'

'Please, sir, can you tell me which gentleman of your party wears a bright blue dress-coat, with a gilt button with "P. C." on it?'

'It's been given out to brush,' thought Mr. Pickwick, 'and the man has forgotten whom it belongs to.'

Mr. Winkle,' he called out, 'next room but two, on the right hand.'

'Thank'ee, sir,' said the Boots, and away he went.

'What's the matter?' cried Mr. Tupman, as a loud knocking at his door roused him from his oblivious repose.

'Can I speak to Mr. Winkle, sir?' replied Boots from the outside.

'Winkle--Winkle!' shouted Mr. Tupman, calling into the inner room.

'Hollo!' replied a faint voice from within the bed-clothes.

'You're wanted--some one at the door;' and, having exerted himself to articulate thus much, Mr. Tracy Tupman turned round and fell fast asleep again.

'Wanted!' said Mr. Winkle, hastily jumping out of bed, and putting on a few articles of clothing; 'wanted! at this distance from town--who on earth can want me?'

'Gentleman in the coffee-room, sir,' replied the Boots, as Mr. Winkle opened the door and confronted him; 'gentleman says he'll not detain you a moment, Sir, but he can take no denial.'

'Very odd!' said Mr. Winkle; 'I'll be down directly.'

Português → He hurriedly wrapped himself in a travelling-shawl and dressing-gown, and proceeded downstairs. An old woman and a couple of waiters were cleaning the coffee-room, and an officer in undress uniform was looking out of the window. He turned round as Mr. Winkle entered, and made a stiff inclination of the head. Having ordered the attendants to retire, and closed the door very carefully, he said, 'Mr. Winkle, I presume?'

'My name is Winkle, sir.'

'You will not be surprised, sir, when I inform you that I have called here this morning on behalf of my friend, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th.'

'Doctor Slammer!' said Mr. Winkle.

'Doctor Slammer. He begged me to express his opinion that your conduct of last evening was of a description which no gentleman could endure; and' (he added) 'which no one gentleman would pursue towards another.'

Mr. Winkle's astonishment was too real, and too evident, to escape the observation of Doctor Slammer's friend; he therefore proceeded--

'My friend, Doctor Slammer, requested me to add, that he was firmly persuaded you were intoxicated during a portion of the evening, and possibly unconscious of the extent of the insult you were guilty of. He commissioned me to say, that should this be pleaded as an excuse for your behaviour, he will consent to accept a written apology, to be penned by you, from my dictation.'

'A written apology!' repeated Mr. Winkle, in the most emphatic tone of amazement possible.

'Of course you know the alternative,' replied the visitor coolly.

'Were you intrusted with this message to me by name?' inquired Mr. Winkle, whose intellects were hopelessly confused by this extraordinary conversation.

'I was not present myself,' replied the visitor, 'and in consequence of your firm refusal to give your card to Doctor Slammer, I was desired by that gentleman to identify the wearer of a very uncommon coat--a bright blue dress-coat, with a gilt button displaying a bust, and the letters "P. C."'

Português → Mr. Winkle actually staggered with astonishment as he heard his own costume thus minutely described. Doctor Slammer's friend proceeded:-- 'From the inquiries I made at the bar, just now, I was convinced that the owner of the coat in question arrived here, with three gentlemen, yesterday afternoon. I immediately sent up to the gentleman who was described as appearing the head of the party, and he at once referred me to you.'

If the principal tower of Rochester Castle had suddenly walked from its foundation, and stationed itself opposite the coffee-room window, Mr. Winkle's surprise would have been as nothing compared with the profound astonishment with which he had heard this address. His first impression was that his coat had been stolen. 'Will you allow me to detain you one moment?' said he.

'Certainly,' replied the unwelcome visitor.

Mr. Winkle ran hastily upstairs, and with a trembling hand opened the bag. There was the coat in its usual place, but exhibiting, on a close inspection, evident tokens of having been worn on the preceding night.

'It must be so,' said Mr. Winkle, letting the coat fall from his hands. 'I took too much wine after dinner, and have a very vague recollection of walking about the streets, and smoking a cigar afterwards. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue.

To this determination Mr. Winkle was urged by a variety of considerations, the first of which was his reputation with the club. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower.

Português → Such were his thoughts when he returned to the coffee-room, and intimated his intention of accepting the doctor's challenge.

'Will you refer me to a friend, to arrange the time and place of meeting?' said the officer.

'Quite unnecessary,' replied Mr. Winkle; 'name them to me, and I can procure the attendance of a friend afterwards.'

'Shall we say--sunset this evening?' inquired the officer, in a careless tone.

'Very good,' replied Mr. Winkle, thinking in his heart it was very bad.

'You know Fort Pitt?'

'Yes; I saw it yesterday.'

'If you will take the trouble to turn into the field which borders the trench, take the foot-path to the left when you arrive at an angle of the fortification, and keep straight on, till you see me, I will precede you to a secluded place, where the affair can be conducted without fear of interruption.'

'Fear of interruption!' thought Mr. Winkle.

'Nothing more to arrange, I think,' said the officer.

'I am not aware of anything more,' replied Mr. Winkle. 'Good-morning.'

'Good-morning;' and the officer whistled a lively air as he strode away.

That morning's breakfast passed heavily off. Mr. Tupman was not in a condition to rise, after the unwonted dissipation of the previous night; Mr. Snodgrass appeared to labour under a poetical depression of spirits; and even Mr. Pickwick evinced an unusual attachment to silence and soda- water. Mr. Winkle eagerly watched his opportunity: it was not long wanting. Mr. Snodgrass proposed a visit to the castle, and as Mr. Winkle was the only other member of the party disposed to walk, they went out together.

Português → 'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, when they had turned out of the public street.'Snodgrass, my dear fellow, can I rely upon your secrecy?' As he said this, he most devoutly and earnestly hoped he could not.

'You can,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. 'Hear me swear--'

'No, no,' interrupted Winkle, terrified at the idea of his companion's unconsciously pledging himself not to give information; 'don't swear, don't swear; it's quite unnecessary.'

Mr. Snodgrass dropped the hand which he had, in the spirit of poesy, raised towards the clouds as he made the above appeal, and assumed an attitude of attention.

'I want your assistance, my dear fellow, in an affair of honour,' said Mr. Winkle.

'You shall have it,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, clasping his friend's hand.

'With a doctor--Doctor Slammer, of the 97th,' said Mr. Winkle, wishing to make the matter appear as solemn as possible; 'an affair with an officer, seconded by another officer, at sunset this evening, in a lonely field beyond Fort Pitt.'

'I will attend you,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

He was astonished, but by no means dismayed. It is extraordinary how cool any party but the principal can be in such cases. Mr. Winkle had forgotten this. He had judged of his friend's feelings by his own.

'The consequences may be dreadful,' said Mr. Winkle.

'I hope not,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'The doctor, I believe, is a very good shot,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Most of these military men are,' observed Mr. Snodgrass calmly; 'but so are you, ain't you?'

Português → Mr. Winkle replied in the affirmative; and perceiving that he had not alarmed his companion sufficiently, changed his ground.

'Snodgrass,' he said, in a voice tremulous with emotion, 'if I fall, you will find in a packet which I shall place in your hands a note for my-- for my father.'

This attack was a failure also. Mr. Snodgrass was affected, but he undertook the delivery of the note as readily as if he had been a twopenny postman.

'If I fall,' said Mr. Winkle, 'or if the doctor falls, you, my dear friend, will be tried as an accessory before the fact. Shall I involve my friend in transportation--possibly for life!'

Mr. Snodgrass winced a little at this, but his heroism was invincible. 'In the cause of friendship,' he fervently exclaimed, 'I would brave all dangers.'

How Mr. Winkle cursed his companion's devoted friendship internally, as they walked silently along, side by side, for some minutes, each immersed in his own meditations! The morning was wearing away; he grew desperate.

'Snodgrass,' he said, stopping suddenly, 'do not let me be balked in this matter--do not give information to the local authorities--do not obtain the assistance of several peace officers, to take either me or Doctor Slammer, of the 97th Regiment, at present quartered in Chatham Barracks, into custody, and thus prevent this duel!--I say, do not.'

Mr. Snodgrass seized his friend's hand warmly, as he enthusiastically replied, 'Not for worlds!'

Português → A thrill passed over Mr. Winkle's frame as the conviction that he had nothing to hope from his friend's fears, and that he was destined to become an animated target, rushed forcibly upon him.

The state of the case having been formally explained to Mr. Snodgrass, and a case of satisfactory pistols, with the satisfactory accompaniments of powder, ball, and caps, having been hired from a manufacturer in Rochester, the two friends returned to their inn; Mr. Winkle to ruminate on the approaching struggle, and Mr. Snodgrass to arrange the weapons of war, and put them into proper order for immediate use.

It was a dull and heavy evening when they again sallied forth on their awkward errand. Mr. Winkle was muffled up in a huge cloak to escape observation, and Mr. Snodgrass bore under his the instruments of destruction.

'Have you got everything?' said Mr. Winkle, in an agitated tone.

'Everything,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; 'plenty of ammunition, in case the shots don't take effect. There's a quarter of a pound of powder in the case, and I have got two newspapers in my pocket for the loadings.'

These were instances of friendship for which any man might reasonably feel most grateful. The presumption is, that the gratitude of Mr. Winkle was too powerful for utterance, as he said nothing, but continued to walk on--rather slowly.

'We are in excellent time,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as they climbed the fence of the first field; 'the sun is just going down.' Mr. Winkle looked up at the declining orb and painfully thought of the probability of his 'going down' himself, before long.

'There's the officer,' exclaimed Mr. Winkle, after a few minutes walking.

Português → 'Where?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'There--the gentleman in the blue cloak.' Mr. Snodgrass looked in the direction indicated by the forefinger of his friend, and observed a figure, muffled up, as he had described. The officer evinced his consciousness of their presence by slightly beckoning with his hand; and the two friends followed him at a little distance, as he walked away.

The evening grew more dull every moment, and a melancholy wind sounded through the deserted fields, like a distant giant whistling for his house-dog. The sadness of the scene imparted a sombre tinge to the feelings of Mr. Winkle. He started as they passed the angle of the trench--it looked like a colossal grave.

The officer turned suddenly from the path, and after climbing a paling, and scaling a hedge, entered a secluded field. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool.

'The other party, and a surgeon, I suppose,' said Mr. Snodgrass; 'take a drop of brandy.' Mr. Winkle seized the wicker bottle which his friend proffered, and took a lengthened pull at the exhilarating liquid.

'My friend, Sir, Mr. Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, as the officer approached. Doctor Slammer's friend bowed, and produced a case similar to that which Mr. Snodgrass carried.

'We have nothing further to say, Sir, I think,' he coldly remarked, as he opened the case; 'an apology has been resolutely declined.'

'Nothing, Sir,' said Mr. Snodgrass, who began to feel rather uncomfortable himself.

'Will you step forward?' said the officer.

Português → 'Certainly,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. The ground was measured, and preliminaries arranged.

'You will find these better than your own,' said the opposite second, producing his pistols. 'You saw me load them. Do you object to use them?'

'Certainly not,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. The offer relieved him from considerable embarrassment, for his previous notions of loading a pistol were rather vague and undefined.

'We may place our men, then, I think,' observed the officer, with as much indifference as if the principals were chess-men, and the seconds players.

'I think we may,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; who would have assented to any proposition, because he knew nothing about the matter. The officer crossed to Doctor Slammer, and Mr. Snodgrass went up to Mr. Winkle.

'It's all ready,' said he, offering the pistol. 'Give me your cloak.'

'You have got the packet, my dear fellow,' said poor Winkle.

'All right,' said Mr. Snodgrass. 'Be steady, and wing him.'

It occurred to Mr. Winkle that this advice was very like that which bystanders invariably give to the smallest boy in a street fight, namely, 'Go in, and win'--an admirable thing to recommend, if you only know how to do it. He took off his cloak, however, in silence--it always took a long time to undo that cloak--and accepted the pistol. The seconds retired, the gentleman on the camp-stool did the same, and the belligerents approached each other.

Português → Mr. Winkle was always remarkable for extreme humanity. It is conjectured that his unwillingness to hurt a fellow-creature intentionally was the cause of his shutting his eyes when he arrived at the fatal spot; and that the circumstance of his eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer. That gentleman started, stared, retreated, rubbed his eyes, stared again, and, finally, shouted, 'Stop, stop!'

'What's all this?' said Doctor Slammer, as his friend and Mr. Snodgrass came running up; 'that's not the man.'

'Not the man!' said Doctor Slammer's second.

'Not the man!' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Not the man!' said the gentleman with the camp-stool in his hand.

'Certainly not,' replied the little doctor. 'That's not the person who insulted me last night.'

'Very extraordinary!' exclaimed the officer.

'Very,' said the gentleman with the camp-stool. 'The only question is, whether the gentleman, being on the ground, must not be considered, as a matter of form, to be the individual who insulted our friend, Doctor Slammer, yesterday evening, whether he is really that individual or not;' and having delivered this suggestion, with a very sage and mysterious air, the man with the camp-stool took a large pinch of snuff, and looked profoundly round, with the air of an authority in such matters.

Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said--

Português → 'I am not the person. I know it.'

'Then, that,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'is an affront to Doctor Slammer, and a sufficient reason for proceeding immediately.'

'Pray be quiet, Payne,' said the doctor's second. 'Why did you not communicate this fact to me this morning, Sir?'

'To be sure--to be sure,' said the man with the camp-stool indignantly.

'I entreat you to be quiet, Payne,' said the other. 'May I repeat my question, Sir?'

'Because, Sir,' replied Mr. Winkle, who had had time to deliberate upon his answer, 'because, Sir, you described an intoxicated and ungentlemanly person as wearing a coat which I have the honour, not only to wear but to have invented--the proposed uniform, Sir, of the Pickwick Club in London. The honour of that uniform I feel bound to maintain, and I therefore, without inquiry, accepted the challenge which you offered me.'

'My dear Sir,' said the good-humoured little doctor advancing with extended hand, 'I honour your gallantry. Permit me to say, Sir, that I highly admire your conduct, and extremely regret having caused you the inconvenience of this meeting, to no purpose.'

'I beg you won't mention it, Sir,' said Mr. Winkle.

'I shall feel proud of your acquaintance, Sir,' said the little doctor.

'It will afford me the greatest pleasure to know you, sir,' replied Mr. Winkle. Thereupon the doctor and Mr. Winkle shook hands, and then Mr. Winkle and Lieutenant Tappleton (the doctor's second), and then Mr. Winkle and the man with the camp-stool, and, finally, Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass--the last-named gentleman in an excess of admiration at the noble conduct of his heroic friend.

Português → 'I think we may adjourn,' said Lieutenant Tappleton.

'Certainly,' added the doctor.

'Unless,' interposed the man with the camp-stool, 'unless Mr. Winkle feels himself aggrieved by the challenge; in which case, I submit, he has a right to satisfaction.'

Mr. Winkle, with great self-denial, expressed himself quite satisfied already.

'Or possibly,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'the gentleman's second may feel himself affronted with some observations which fell from me at an early period of this meeting; if so, I shall be happy to give him satisfaction immediately.'

Mr. Snodgrass hastily professed himself very much obliged with the handsome offer of the gentleman who had spoken last, which he was only induced to decline by his entire contentment with the whole proceedings. The two seconds adjusted the cases, and the whole party left the ground in a much more lively manner than they had proceeded to it.

'Do you remain long here?' inquired Doctor Slammer of Mr. Winkle, as they walked on most amicably together.

'I think we shall leave here the day after to-morrow,' was the reply.

'I trust I shall have the pleasure of seeing you and your friend at my rooms, and of spending a pleasant evening with you, after this awkward mistake,' said the little doctor; 'are you disengaged this evening?'

'We have some friends here,' replied Mr. Winkle, 'and I should not like to leave them to-night. Perhaps you and your friend will join us at the Bull.'

Português → 'With great pleasure,' said the little doctor; 'will ten o'clock be too late to look in for half an hour?'

'Oh dear, no,' said Mr. Winkle. 'I shall be most happy to introduce you to my friends, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Tupman.'

'It will give me great pleasure, I am sure,' replied Doctor Slammer, little suspecting who Mr. Tupman was.

'You will be sure to come?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Oh, certainly.'

By this time they had reached the road. Cordial farewells were exchanged, and the party separated. Doctor Slammer and his friends repaired to the barracks, and Mr. Winkle, accompanied by Mr. Snodgrass, returned to their inn.

CHAPTER III. A New Acquaintance--the Stroller's Tale--a Disagreeable Interruption, and an Unpleasant Encounter

Português → Mr. Pickwick had felt some apprehensions in consequence of the unusual absence of his two friends, which their mysterious behaviour during the whole morning had by no means tended to diminish. It was, therefore, with more than ordinary pleasure that he rose to greet them when they again entered; and with more than ordinary interest that he inquired what had occurred to detain them from his society. In reply to his questions on this point, Mr. Snodgrass was about to offer an historical account of the circumstances just now detailed, when he was suddenly checked by observing that there were present, not only Mr. Tupman and their stage-coach companion of the preceding day, but another stranger of equally singular appearance. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. His eyes were almost unnaturally bright and piercing; his cheek-bones were high and prominent; and his jaws were so long and lank, that an observer would have supposed that he was drawing the flesh of his face in, for a moment, by some contraction of the muscles, if his half-opened mouth and immovable expression had not announced that it was his ordinary appearance. Round his neck he wore a green shawl, with the large ends straggling over his chest, and making their appearance occasionally beneath the worn button-holes of his old waistcoat. His upper garment was a long black surtout; and below it he wore wide drab trousers, and large boots, running rapidly to seed.

It was on this uncouth-looking person that Mr. Winkle's eye rested, and it was towards him that Mr. Pickwick extended his hand when he said, 'A friend of our friend's here. We discovered this morning that our friend was connected with the theatre in this place, though he is not desirous to have it generally known, and this gentleman is a member of the same profession. He was about to favour us with a little anecdote connected with it, when you entered.'

'Lots of anecdote,' said the green-coated stranger of the day before, advancing to Mr. Winkle and speaking in a low and confidential tone. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table.

'Now sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'will you oblige us by proceeding with what you were going to relate?'

The dismal individual took a dirty roll of paper from his pocket, and turning to Mr. Snodgrass, who had just taken out his note-book, said in a hollow voice, perfectly in keeping with his outward man--'Are you the poet?'

Português → 'I--I do a little in that way,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, rather taken aback by the abruptness of the question.

'Ah! poetry makes life what light and music do the stage--strip the one of the false embellishments, and the other of its illusions, and what is there real in either to live or care for?'

'Very true, Sir,' replied Mr. Snodgrass.

'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.'

'Certainly,' said Mr. Snodgrass: for the sunken eye of the dismal man rested on him, and he felt it necessary to say something.

'Go on, Jemmy,' said the Spanish traveller, 'like black-eyed Susan--all in the Downs--no croaking--speak out--look lively.'

'Will you make another glass before you begin, Sir?' said Mr. Pickwick.

The dismal man took the hint, and having mixed a glass of brandy-and- water, and slowly swallowed half of it, opened the roll of paper and proceeded, partly to read, and partly to relate, the following incident, which we find recorded on the Transactions of the Club as 'The Stroller's Tale.'

'There is nothing of the marvellous in what I am going to relate,' said the dismal man; 'there is nothing even uncommon in it. Want and sickness are too common in many stations of life to deserve more notice than is usually bestowed on the most ordinary vicissitudes of human nature. I have thrown these few notes together, because the subject of them was well known to me for many years. I traced his progress downwards, step by step, until at last he reached that excess of destitution from which he never rose again.

Português → 'The man of whom I speak was a low pantomime actor; and, like many people of his class, an habitual drunkard. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. His besetting sin gained so fast upon him, however, that it was found impossible to employ him in the situations in which he really was useful to the theatre. The public- house had a fascination for him which he could not resist. Neglected disease and hopeless poverty were as certain to be his portion as death itself, if he persevered in the same course; yet he did persevere, and the result may be guessed. He could obtain no engagement, and he wanted bread.

'Everybody who is at all acquainted with theatrical matters knows what a host of shabby, poverty-stricken men hang about the stage of a large establishment--not regularly engaged actors, but ballet people, procession men, tumblers, and so forth, who are taken on during the run of a pantomime, or an Easter piece, and are then discharged, until the production of some heavy spectacle occasions a new demand for their services. To this mode of life the man was compelled to resort; and taking the chair every night, at some low theatrical house, at once put him in possession of a few more shillings weekly, and enabled him to gratify his old propensity. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way.

'About this time, and when he had been existing for upwards of a year no one knew how, I had a short engagement at one of the theatres on the Surrey side of the water, and here I saw this man, whom I had lost sight of for some time; for I had been travelling in the provinces, and he had been skulking in the lanes and alleys of London. I was dressed to leave the house, and was crossing the stage on my way out, when he tapped me on the shoulder. Never shall I forget the repulsive sight that met my eye when I turned round. He was dressed for the pantomimes in all the absurdity of a clown's costume. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. I put a few shillings in his hand, and as I turned away I heard the roar of laughter which followed his first tumble on the stage.

'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. I promised to comply, as soon as I could get away; and after the curtain fell, sallied forth on my melancholy errand.

Português → 'It was late, for I had been playing in the last piece; and, as it was a benefit night, the performances had been protracted to an unusual length. It was a dark, cold night, with a chill, damp wind, which blew the rain heavily against the windows and house-fronts. Pools of water had collected in the narrow and little-frequented streets, and as many of the thinly-scattered oil-lamps had been blown out by the violence of the wind, the walk was not only a comfortless, but most uncertain one. I had fortunately taken the right course, however, and succeeded, after a little difficulty, in finding the house to which I had been directed--a coal-shed, with one storey above it, in the back room of which lay the object of my search.

'A wretched-looking woman, the man's wife, met me on the stairs, and, telling me that he had just fallen into a kind of doze, led me softly in, and placed a chair for me at the bedside. The sick man was lying with his face turned towards the wall; and as he took no heed of my presence, I had leisure to observe the place in which I found myself.

'He was lying on an old bedstead, which turned up during the day. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. A little child was sleeping on a temporary bed which had been made for it on the floor, and the woman sat on a chair by its side. There were a couple of shelves, with a few plates and cups and saucers; and a pair of stage shoes and a couple of foils hung beneath them. With the exception of little heaps of rags and bundles which had been carelessly thrown into the corners of the room, these were the only things in the apartment.

'I had had time to note these little particulars, and to mark the heavy breathing and feverish startings of the sick man, before he was aware of my presence. In the restless attempts to procure some easy resting-place for his head, he tossed his hand out of the bed, and it fell on mine. He started up, and stared eagerly in my face.

'"Mr. Hutley, John," said his wife; "Mr. Hutley, that you sent for to- night, you know."

'"Ah!" said the invalid, passing his hand across his forehead; "Hutley-- Hutley--let me see." He seemed endeavouring to collect his thoughts for a few seconds, and then grasping me tightly by the wrist said, "Don't leave me--don't leave me, old fellow. She'll murder me; I know she will."

Português → '"Has he been long so?" said I, addressing his weeping wife.

'"Since yesterday night," she replied. "John, John, don't you know me?"

'"Don't let her come near me," said the man, with a shudder, as she stooped over him. "Drive her away; I can't bear her near me." He stared wildly at her, with a look of deadly apprehension, and then whispered in my ear, "I beat her, Jem; I beat her yesterday, and many times before. I have starved her and the boy too; and now I am weak and helpless, Jem, she'll murder me for it; I know she will. If you'd seen her cry, as I have, you'd know it too. Keep her off." He relaxed his grasp, and sank back exhausted on the pillow.

'I knew but too well what all this meant. If I could have entertained any doubt of it, for an instant, one glance at the woman's pale face and wasted form would have sufficiently explained the real state of the case. "You had better stand aside," said I to the poor creature. "You can do him no good. Perhaps he will be calmer, if he does not see you." She retired out of the man's sight. He opened his eyes after a few seconds, and looked anxiously round.

'"Is she gone?" he eagerly inquired.

'"Yes--yes," said I; "she shall not hurt you."

'"I'll tell you what, Jem," said the man, in a low voice, "she does hurt me. There's something in her eyes wakes such a dreadful fear in my heart, that it drives me mad. All last night, her large, staring eyes and pale face were close to mine; wherever I turned, they turned; and whenever I started up from my sleep, she was at the bedside looking at me." He drew me closer to him, as he said in a deep alarmed whisper, "Jem, she must be an evil spirit--a devil! Hush! I know she is. If she had been a woman she would have died long ago. No woman could have borne what she has."

'I sickened at the thought of the long course of cruelty and neglect which must have occurred to produce such an impression on such a man. I could say nothing in reply; for who could offer hope, or consolation, to the abject being before me?

'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. At length he fell into that state of partial unconsciousness, in which the mind wanders uneasily from scene to scene, and from place to place, without the control of reason, but still without being able to divest itself of an indescribable sense of present suffering. Finding from his incoherent wanderings that this was the case, and knowing that in all probability the fever would not grow immediately worse, I left him, promising his miserable wife that I would repeat my visit next evening, and, if necessary, sit up with the patient during the night.

Português → 'I kept my promise. The last four-and-twenty hours had produced a frightful alteration. The eyes, though deeply sunk and heavy, shone with a lustre frightful to behold. The lips were parched, and cracked in many places; the hard, dry skin glowed with a burning heat; and there was an almost unearthly air of wild anxiety in the man's face, indicating even more strongly the ravages of the disease. The fever was at its height.

'I took the seat I had occupied the night before, and there I sat for hours, listening to sounds which must strike deep to the heart of the most callous among human beings--the awful ravings of a dying man. From what I had heard of the medical attendant's opinion, I knew there was no hope for him: I was sitting by his death-bed. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man.

'It is a touching thing to hear the mind reverting to the ordinary occupations and pursuits of health, when the body lies before you weak and helpless; but when those occupations are of a character the most strongly opposed to anything we associate with grave and solemn ideas, the impression produced is infinitely more powerful. The theatre and the public-house were the chief themes of the wretched man's wanderings. It was evening, he fancied; he had a part to play that night; it was late, and he must leave home instantly. Why did they hold him, and prevent his going?--he should lose the money--he must go. No! they would not let him. He hid his face in his burning hands, and feebly bemoaned his own weakness, and the cruelty of his persecutors. A short pause, and he shouted out a few doggerel rhymes--the last he had ever learned. He rose in bed, drew up his withered limbs, and rolled about in uncouth positions; he was acting--he was at the theatre. A minute's silence, and he murmured the burden of some roaring song. He had reached the old house at last--how hot the room was. He had been ill, very ill, but he was well now, and happy. Fill up his glass. Who was that, that dashed it from his lips? It was the same persecutor that had followed him before. He fell back upon his pillow and moaned aloud. A short period of oblivion, and he was wandering through a tedious maze of low-arched rooms--so low, sometimes, that he must creep upon his hands and knees to make his way along; it was close and dark, and every way he turned, some obstacle impeded his progress. There were insects, too, hideous crawling things, with eyes that stared upon him, and filled the very air around, glistening horribly amidst the thick darkness of the place. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life.

'At the close of one of these paroxysms, when I had with great difficulty held him down in his bed, he sank into what appeared to be a slumber. Overpowered with watching and exertion, I had closed my eyes for a few minutes, when I felt a violent clutch on my shoulder. I awoke instantly. He had raised himself up, so as to seat himself in bed--a dreadful change had come over his face, but consciousness had returned, for he evidently knew me. The child, who had been long since disturbed by his ravings, rose from its little bed, and ran towards its father, screaming with fright--the mother hastily caught it in her arms, lest he should injure it in the violence of his insanity; but, terrified by the alteration of his features, stood transfixed by the bedside. He grasped my shoulder convulsively, and, striking his breast with the other hand, made a desperate attempt to articulate. It was unavailing; he extended his arm towards them, and made another violent effort. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!'

It would afford us the highest gratification to be enabled to record Mr. Pickwick's opinion of the foregoing anecdote. We have little doubt that we should have been enabled to present it to our readers, but for a most unfortunate occurrence.

Português → Mr. Pickwick had replaced on the table the glass which, during the last few sentences of the tale, he had retained in his hand; and had just made up his mind to speak--indeed, we have the authority of Mr. Snodgrass's note-book for stating, that he had actually opened his mouth--when the waiter entered the room, and said--

'Some gentlemen, Sir.'

It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers.

'Oh!' said Mr. Winkle, rising, 'some friends of mine--show them in. Very pleasant fellows,' added Mr. Winkle, after the waiter had retired-- 'officers of the 97th, whose acquaintance I made rather oddly this morning. You will like them very much.'

Mr. Pickwick's equanimity was at once restored. The waiter returned, and ushered three gentlemen into the room.

'Lieutenant Tappleton,' said Mr. Winkle, 'Lieutenant Tappleton, Mr. Pickwick--Doctor Payne, Mr. Pickwick--Mr. Snodgrass you have seen before, my friend Mr. Tupman, Doctor Payne--Doctor Slammer, Mr. Pickwick--Mr. Tupman, Doctor Slam--'

Here Mr. Winkle suddenly paused; for strong emotion was visible on the countenance both of Mr. Tupman and the doctor.

'I have met _this_ gentleman before,' said the Doctor, with marked emphasis.

'Indeed!' said Mr. Winkle.

'And--and that person, too, if I am not mistaken,' said the doctor, bestowing a scrutinising glance on the green-coated stranger. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton.

'You don't say so,' said that gentleman, at the conclusion of the whisper.

'I do, indeed,' replied Doctor Slammer.

Português → 'You are bound to kick him on the spot,' murmured the owner of the camp- stool, with great importance.

'Do be quiet, Payne,' interposed the lieutenant. 'Will you allow me to ask you, sir,' he said, addressing Mr. Pickwick, who was considerably mystified by this very unpolite by-play--'will you allow me to ask you, Sir, whether that person belongs to your party?'

'No, Sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'he is a guest of ours.'

'He is a member of your club, or I am mistaken?' said the lieutenant inquiringly.

'Certainly not,' responded Mr. Pickwick.

'And never wears your club-button?' said the lieutenant.

'No--never!' replied the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

Lieutenant Tappleton turned round to his friend Doctor Slammer, with a scarcely perceptible shrug of the shoulder, as if implying some doubt of the accuracy of his recollection. The little doctor looked wrathful, but confounded; and Mr. Payne gazed with a ferocious aspect on the beaming countenance of the unconscious Pickwick.

'Sir,' said the doctor, suddenly addressing Mr. Tupman, in a tone which made that gentleman start as perceptibly as if a pin had been cunningly inserted in the calf of his leg, 'you were at the ball here last night!'

Mr. Tupman gasped a faint affirmative, looking very hard at Mr. Pickwick all the while.

'That person was your companion,' said the doctor, pointing to the still unmoved stranger.

Mr. Tupman admitted the fact.

'Now, sir,' said the doctor to the stranger, 'I ask you once again, in the presence of these gentlemen, whether you choose to give me your card, and to receive the treatment of a gentleman; or whether you impose upon me the necessity of personally chastising you on the spot?'

'Stay, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'I really cannot allow this matter to go any further without some explanation. Tupman, recount the circumstances.'

Português → Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could.

He was apparently about to proceed to do so, when Lieutenant Tappleton, who had been eyeing him with great curiosity, said with considerable scorn, 'Haven't I seen you at the theatre, Sir?'

'Certainly,' replied the unabashed stranger.

'He is a strolling actor!' said the lieutenant contemptuously, turning to Doctor Slammer.--'He acts in the piece that the officers of the 52nd get up at the Rochester Theatre to-morrow night. You cannot proceed in this affair, Slammer--impossible!'

'Quite!' said the dignified Payne.

'Sorry to have placed you in this disagreeable situation,' said Lieutenant Tappleton, addressing Mr. Pickwick; 'allow me to suggest, that the best way of avoiding a recurrence of such scenes in future will be to be more select in the choice of your companions. Good-evening, Sir!' and the lieutenant bounced out of the room.

'And allow me to say, Sir,' said the irascible Doctor Payne, 'that if I had been Tappleton, or if I had been Slammer, I would have pulled your nose, Sir, and the nose of every man in this company. I would, sir-- every man. Payne is my name, sir--Doctor Payne of the 43rd. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look.

Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. He stood transfixed to the spot, gazing on vacancy. The closing of the door recalled him to himself. He rushed forward with fury in his looks, and fire in his eye. His hand was upon the lock of the door; in another instant it would have been on the throat of Doctor Payne of the 43rd, had not Mr. Snodgrass seized his revered leader by the coat tail, and dragged him backwards.

Português → 'Restrain him,' cried Mr. Snodgrass; 'Winkle, Tupman--he must not peril his distinguished life in such a cause as this.'

'Let me go,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Hold him tight,' shouted Mr. Snodgrass; and by the united efforts of the whole company, Mr. Pickwick was forced into an arm-chair.

'Leave him alone,' said the green-coated stranger; 'brandy-and-water-- jolly old gentleman--lots of pluck--swallow this--ah!--capital stuff.' Having previously tested the virtues of a bumper, which had been mixed by the dismal man, the stranger applied the glass to Mr. Pickwick's mouth; and the remainder of its contents rapidly disappeared.

There was a short pause; the brandy-and-water had done its work; the amiable countenance of Mr. Pickwick was fast recovering its customary expression.

'They are not worth your notice,' said the dismal man.

'You are right, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'they are not. I am ashamed to have been betrayed into this warmth of feeling. Draw your chair up to the table, Sir.'

The dismal man readily complied; a circle was again formed round the table, and harmony once more prevailed. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. With this exception, their good-humour was completely restored; and the evening concluded with the conviviality with which it had begun.

CHAPTER IV. A Field Day and Bivouac--more New Friends--an Invitation to the Country

Português → Many authors entertain, not only a foolish, but a really dishonest objection to acknowledge the sources whence they derive much valuable information. We have no such feeling. We are merely endeavouring to discharge, in an upright manner, the responsible duties of our editorial functions; and whatever ambition we might have felt under other circumstances to lay claim to the authorship of these adventures, a regard for truth forbids us to do more than claim the merit of their judicious arrangement and impartial narration. The Pickwick papers are our New River Head; and we may be compared to the New River Company. The labours of others have raised for us an immense reservoir of important facts. We merely lay them on, and communicate them, in a clear and gentle stream, through the medium of these pages, to a world thirsting for Pickwickian knowledge.

Acting in this spirit, and resolutely proceeding on our determination to avow our obligations to the authorities we have consulted, we frankly say, that to the note-book of Mr. Snodgrass are we indebted for the particulars recorded in this and the succeeding chapter--particulars which, now that we have disburdened our consciences, we shall proceed to detail without further comment.

The whole population of Rochester and the adjoining towns rose from their beds at an early hour of the following morning, in a state of the utmost bustle and excitement. A grand review was to take place upon the lines. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung.

Mr. Pickwick was, as our readers may have gathered from the slight extract we gave from his description of Chatham, an enthusiastic admirer of the army. Nothing could have been more delightful to him--nothing could have harmonised so well with the peculiar feeling of each of his companions--as this sight. Accordingly they were soon afoot, and walking in the direction of the scene of action, towards which crowds of people were already pouring from a variety of quarters.

The appearance of everything on the lines denoted that the approaching ceremony was one of the utmost grandeur and importance. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Officers were running backwards and forwards, first communicating with Colonel Bulder, and then ordering the sergeants, and then running away altogether; and even the very privates themselves looked from behind their glazed stocks with an air of mysterious solemnity, which sufficiently bespoke the special nature of the occasion.

Mr. Pickwick and his three companions stationed themselves in the front of the crowd, and patiently awaited the commencement of the proceedings. The throng was increasing every moment; and the efforts they were compelled to make, to retain the position they had gained, sufficiently occupied their attention during the two hours that ensued. At one time there was a sudden pressure from behind, and then Mr. Pickwick was jerked forward for several yards, with a degree of speed and elasticity highly inconsistent with the general gravity of his demeanour; at another moment there was a request to 'keep back' from the front, and then the butt-end of a musket was either dropped upon Mr. Pickwick's toe, to remind him of the demand, or thrust into his chest, to insure its being complied with. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. These, and other practical witticisms, coupled with the unaccountable absence of Mr. Tupman (who had suddenly disappeared, and was nowhere to be found), rendered their situation upon the whole rather more uncomfortable than pleasing or desirable.

Português → At length that low roar of many voices ran through the crowd which usually announces the arrival of whatever they have been waiting for. All eyes were turned in the direction of the sally-port. A few moments of eager expectation, and colours were seen fluttering gaily in the air, arms glistened brightly in the sun, column after column poured on to the plain. The troops halted and formed; the word of command rang through the line; there was a general clash of muskets as arms were presented; and the commander-in-chief, attended by Colonel Bulder and numerous officers, cantered to the front. The military bands struck up altogether; the horses stood upon two legs each, cantered backwards, and whisked their tails about in all directions; the dogs barked, the mob screamed, the troops recovered, and nothing was to be seen on either side, as far as the eye could reach, but a long perspective of red coats and white trousers, fixed and motionless.

Mr. Pickwick had been so fully occupied in falling about, and disentangling himself, miraculously, from between the legs of horses, that he had not enjoyed sufficient leisure to observe the scene before him, until it assumed the appearance we have just described. When he was at last enabled to stand firmly on his legs, his gratification and delight were unbounded.

'Can anything be finer or more delightful?' he inquired of Mr. Winkle.

'Nothing,' replied that gentleman, who had had a short man standing on each of his feet for the quarter of an hour immediately preceding.

'It is indeed a noble and a brilliant sight,' said Mr. Snodgrass, in whose bosom a blaze of poetry was rapidly bursting forth, 'to see the gallant defenders of their country drawn up in brilliant array before its peaceful citizens; their faces beaming--not with warlike ferocity, but with civilised gentleness; their eyes flashing--not with the rude fire of rapine or revenge, but with the soft light of humanity and intelligence.'

Mr. Pickwick fully entered into the spirit of this eulogium, but he could not exactly re-echo its terms; for the soft light of intelligence burned rather feebly in the eyes of the warriors, inasmuch as the command 'eyes front' had been given, and all the spectator saw before him was several thousand pair of optics, staring straight forward, wholly divested of any expression whatever.

'We are in a capital situation now,' said Mr. Pickwick, looking round him. The crowd had gradually dispersed in their immediate vicinity, and they were nearly alone.

'Capital!' echoed both Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle.

'What are they doing now?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, adjusting his spectacles.

'I--I--rather think,' said Mr. Winkle, changing colour--'I rather think they're going to fire.'

Português → 'Nonsense,' said Mr. Pickwick hastily.

'I--I--really think they are,' urged Mr. Snodgrass, somewhat alarmed.

'Impossible,' replied Mr. Pickwick. He had hardly uttered the word, when the whole half-dozen regiments levelled their muskets as if they had but one common object, and that object the Pickwickians, and burst forth with the most awful and tremendous discharge that ever shook the earth to its centres, or an elderly gentleman off his.

It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. He seized Mr. Winkle by the arm, and placing himself between that gentleman and Mr. Snodgrass, earnestly besought them to remember that beyond the possibility of being rendered deaf by the noise, there was no immediate danger to be apprehended from the firing.

'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. 'I heard something whistle through the air now--so sharp; close to my ear.'

'We had better throw ourselves on our faces, hadn't we?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'No, no--it's over now,' said Mr. Pickwick. His lip might quiver, and his cheek might blanch, but no expression of fear or concern escaped the lips of that immortal man.

Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed.

Man is but mortal; and there is a point beyond which human courage cannot extend. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late.

Português → The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array.

'Hoi!' shouted the officers of the advancing line.

'Get out of the way!' cried the officers of the stationary one.

'Where are we to go to?' screamed the agitated Pickwickians.

'Hoi--hoi--hoi!' was the only reply. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air.

Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective.

There are very few moments in a man's existence when he experiences so much ludicrous distress, or meets with so little charitable commiseration, as when he is in pursuit of his own hat. A vast deal of coolness, and a peculiar degree of judgment, are requisite in catching a hat. A man must not be precipitate, or he runs over it; he must not rush into the opposite extreme, or he loses it altogether. The best way is to keep gently up with the object of pursuit, to be wary and cautious, to watch your opportunity well, get gradually before it, then make a rapid dive, seize it by the crown, and stick it firmly on your head; smiling pleasantly all the time, as if you thought it as good a joke as anybody else.

There was a fine gentle wind, and Mr. Pickwick's hat rolled sportively before it. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate.

Português → Mr. Pickwick, we say, was completely exhausted, and about to give up the chase, when the hat was blown with some violence against the wheel of a carriage, which was drawn up in a line with half a dozen other vehicles on the spot to which his steps had been directed. Mr. Pickwick, perceiving his advantage, darted briskly forward, secured his property, planted it on his head, and paused to take breath. He had not been stationary half a minute, when he heard his own name eagerly pronounced by a voice, which he at once recognised as Mr. Tupman's, and, looking upwards, he beheld a sight which filled him with surprise and pleasure.

In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive.

Mr. Pickwick had bestowed a hasty glance on these interesting objects, when he was again greeted by his faithful disciple.

'Pickwick--Pickwick,' said Mr. Tupman; 'come up here. Make haste.'

'Come along, Sir. Pray, come up,' said the stout gentleman. 'Joe!--damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again.--Joe, let down the steps.' The fat boy rolled slowly off the box, let down the steps, and held the carriage door invitingly open. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle came up at the moment.

'Room for you all, gentlemen,' said the stout man. 'Two inside, and one out. Joe, make room for one of these gentlemen on the box. Now, Sir, come along;' and the stout gentleman extended his arm, and pulled first Mr. Pickwick, and then Mr. Snodgrass, into the barouche by main force. Mr. Winkle mounted to the box, the fat boy waddled to the same perch, and fell fast asleep instantly.

'Well, gentlemen,' said the stout man, 'very glad to see you. Know you very well, gentlemen, though you mayn't remember me. I spent some ev'nin's at your club last winter--picked up my friend Mr. Tupman here this morning, and very glad I was to see him. Well, Sir, and how are you? You do look uncommon well, to be sure.'

Português → Mr. Pickwick acknowledged the compliment, and cordially shook hands with the stout gentleman in the top-boots.

'Well, and how are you, sir?' said the stout gentleman, addressing Mr. Snodgrass with paternal anxiety. 'Charming, eh? Well, that's right-- that's right. And how are you, sir (to Mr. Winkle)? Well, I am glad to hear you say you are well; very glad I am, to be sure. My daughters, gentlemen--my gals these are; and that's my sister, Miss Rachael Wardle. She's a Miss, she is; and yet she ain't a Miss--eh, Sir, eh?' And the stout gentleman playfully inserted his elbow between the ribs of Mr. Pickwick, and laughed very heartily.

'Lor, brother!' said Miss Wardle, with a deprecating smile.

'True, true,' said the stout gentleman; 'no one can deny it. Gentlemen, I beg your pardon; this is my friend Mr. Trundle. And now you all know each other, let's be comfortable and happy, and see what's going forward; that's what I say.' So the stout gentleman put on his spectacles, and Mr. Pickwick pulled out his glass, and everybody stood up in the carriage, and looked over somebody else's shoulder at the evolutions of the military.

Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Everybody was excited, except the fat boy, and he slept as soundly as if the roaring of cannon were his ordinary lullaby.

'Joe, Joe!' said the stout gentleman, when the citadel was taken, and the besiegers and besieged sat down to dinner. 'Damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again. Be good enough to pinch him, sir--in the leg, if you please; nothing else wakes him--thank you. Undo the hamper, Joe.'

The fat boy, who had been effectually roused by the compression of a portion of his leg between the finger and thumb of Mr. Winkle, rolled off the box once again, and proceeded to unpack the hamper with more expedition than could have been expected from his previous inactivity.

'Now we must sit close,' said the stout gentleman. After a great many jokes about squeezing the ladies' sleeves, and a vast quantity of blushing at sundry jocose proposals, that the ladies should sit in the gentlemen's laps, the whole party were stowed down in the barouche; and the stout gentleman proceeded to hand the things from the fat boy (who had mounted up behind for the purpose) into the carriage.

Português → 'Now, Joe, knives and forks.' The knives and forks were handed in, and the ladies and gentlemen inside, and Mr. Winkle on the box, were each furnished with those useful instruments.

'Plates, Joe, plates.' A similar process employed in the distribution of the crockery.

'Now, Joe, the fowls. Damn that boy; he's gone to sleep again. Joe! Joe!' (Sundry taps on the head with a stick, and the fat boy, with some difficulty, roused from his lethargy.) 'Come, hand in the eatables.'

There was something in the sound of the last word which roused the unctuous boy. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket.

'Now make haste,' said Mr. Wardle; for the fat boy was hanging fondly over a capon, which he seemed wholly unable to part with. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master.

'That's right--look sharp. Now the tongue--now the pigeon pie. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number.

'Now ain't this capital?' inquired that jolly personage, when the work of destruction had commenced.

'Capital!' said Mr. Winkle, who was carving a fowl on the box.

'Glass of wine?'

'With the greatest pleasure.'

'You'd better have a bottle to yourself up there, hadn't you?'

Português → 'You're very good.'

'Joe!'

'Yes, Sir.' (He wasn't asleep this time, having just succeeded in abstracting a veal patty.)

'Bottle of wine to the gentleman on the box. Glad to see you, Sir.'

'Thank'ee.' Mr. Winkle emptied his glass, and placed the bottle on the coach-box, by his side.

'Will you permit me to have the pleasure, Sir?' said Mr. Trundle to Mr. Winkle.

'With great pleasure,' replied Mr. Winkle to Mr. Trundle, and then the two gentlemen took wine, after which they took a glass of wine round, ladies and all.

'How dear Emily is flirting with the strange gentleman,' whispered the spinster aunt, with true spinster-aunt-like envy, to her brother, Mr. Wardle.

'Oh! I don't know,' said the jolly old gentleman; 'all very natural, I dare say--nothing unusual. Mr. Pickwick, some wine, Sir?' Mr. Pickwick, who had been deeply investigating the interior of the pigeon-pie, readily assented.

'Emily, my dear,' said the spinster aunt, with a patronising air, 'don't talk so loud, love.'

'Lor, aunt!'

'Aunt and the little old gentleman want to have it all to themselves, I think,' whispered Miss Isabella Wardle to her sister Emily. The young ladies laughed very heartily, and the old one tried to look amiable, but couldn't manage it.

Português → 'Young girls have such spirits,' said Miss Wardle to Mr. Tupman, with an air of gentle commiseration, as if animal spirits were contraband, and their possession without a permit a high crime and misdemeanour.

'Oh, they have,' replied Mr. Tupman, not exactly making the sort of reply that was expected from him. 'It's quite delightful.'

'Hem!' said Miss Wardle, rather dubiously.

'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. 'Will you permit me?'

'Oh, sir!' Mr. Tupman looked most impressive; and Rachael expressed her fear that more guns were going off, in which case, of course, she should have required support again.

'Do you think my dear nieces pretty?' whispered their affectionate aunt to Mr. Tupman.

'I should, if their aunt wasn't here,' replied the ready Pickwickian, with a passionate glance.

'Oh, you naughty man--but really, if their complexions were a little better, don't you think they would be nice-looking girls--by candlelight?'

'Yes; I think they would,' said Mr. Tupman, with an air of indifference.

'Oh, you quiz--I know what you were going to say.'

Português → 'What?' inquired Mr. Tupman, who had not precisely made up his mind to say anything at all.

'You were going to say that Isabel stoops--I know you were--you men are such observers. Well, so she does; it can't be denied; and, certainly, if there is one thing more than another that makes a girl look ugly it is stooping. I often tell her that when she gets a little older she'll be quite frightful. Well, you are a quiz!'

Mr. Tupman had no objection to earning the reputation at so cheap a rate: so he looked very knowing, and smiled mysteriously.

'What a sarcastic smile,' said the admiring Rachael; 'I declare I'm quite afraid of you.'

'Afraid of me!'

'Oh, you can't disguise anything from me--I know what that smile means very well.'

'What?' said Mr. Tupman, who had not the slightest notion himself.

'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Well, she is bold! You cannot think how wretched it makes me sometimes--I'm sure I cry about it for hours together--my dear brother is _so_ good, and so unsuspicious, that he never sees it; if he did, I'm quite certain it would break his heart. I wish I could think it was only manner--I hope it may be--' (Here the affectionate relative heaved a deep sigh, and shook her head despondingly).

'I'm sure aunt's talking about us,' whispered Miss Emily Wardle to her sister--'I'm quite certain of it--she looks so malicious.'

Português → 'Is she?' replied Isabella.--'Hem! aunt, dear!'

'Yes, my dear love!'

'I'm _so_ afraid you'll catch cold, aunt--have a silk handkerchief to tie round your dear old head--you really should take care of yourself-- consider your age!'

However well deserved this piece of retaliation might have been, it was as vindictive a one as could well have been resorted to. There is no guessing in what form of reply the aunt's indignation would have vented itself, had not Mr. Wardle unconsciously changed the subject, by calling emphatically for Joe.

'Damn that boy,' said the old gentleman, 'he's gone to sleep again.'

'Very extraordinary boy, that,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'does he always sleep in this way?'

'Sleep!' said the old gentleman, 'he's always asleep. Goes on errands fast asleep, and snores as he waits at table.'

'How very odd!' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Ah! odd indeed,' returned the old gentleman; 'I'm proud of that boy-- wouldn't part with him on any account--he's a natural curiosity! Here, Joe--Joe--take these things away, and open another bottle--d'ye hear?'

The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. The fresh bottle was produced, and speedily emptied: the hamper was made fast in its old place--the fat boy once more mounted the box--the spectacles and pocket-glass were again adjusted--and the evolutions of the military recommenced. There was a great fizzing and banging of guns, and starting of ladies--and then a mine was sprung, to the gratification of everybody--and when the mine had gone off, the military and the company followed its example, and went off too.

Português → 'Now, mind,' said the old gentleman, as he shook hands with Mr. Pickwick at the conclusion of a conversation which had been carried on at intervals, during the conclusion of the proceedings, 'we shall see you all to-morrow.'

'Most certainly,' replied Mr. Pickwick.

'You have got the address?'

'Manor Farm, Dingley Dell,' said Mr. Pickwick, consulting his pocket- book.

'That's it,' said the old gentleman. 'I don't let you off, mind, under a week; and undertake that you shall see everything worth seeing. If you've come down for a country life, come to me, and I'll give you plenty of it. Joe--damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again--Joe, help Tom put in the horses.'

The horses were put in--the driver mounted--the fat boy clambered up by his side--farewells were exchanged--and the carriage rattled off. As the Pickwickians turned round to take a last glimpse of it, the setting sun cast a rich glow on the faces of their entertainers, and fell upon the form of the fat boy. His head was sunk upon his bosom; and he slumbered again.

CHAPTER V. A SHORT ONE--SHOWING, AMONG OTHER MATTERS, HOW Mr. PICKWICK UNDERTOOK TO DRIVE, AND MR. WINKLE TO RIDE, AND HOW THEY BOTH DID IT

Português → Bright and pleasant was the sky, balmy the air, and beautiful the appearance of every object around, as Mr. Pickwick leaned over the balustrades of Rochester Bridge, contemplating nature, and waiting for breakfast. The scene was indeed one which might well have charmed a far less reflective mind, than that to which it was presented.

On the left of the spectator lay the ruined wall, broken in many places, and in some, overhanging the narrow beach below in rude and heavy masses. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Behind it rose the ancient castle, its towers roofless, and its massive walls crumbling away, but telling us proudly of its old might and strength, as when, seven hundred years ago, it rang with the clash of arms, or resounded with the noise of feasting and revelry. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream.

Mr. Pickwick was roused from the agreeable reverie into which he had been led by the objects before him, by a deep sigh, and a touch on his shoulder. He turned round: and the dismal man was at his side.

'Contemplating the scene?' inquired the dismal man.

'I was,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'And congratulating yourself on being up so soon?'

Mr. Pickwick nodded assent.

'Ah! people need to rise early, to see the sun in all his splendour, for his brightness seldom lasts the day through. The morning of day and the morning of life are but too much alike.'

'You speak truly, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'How common the saying,' continued the dismal man, '"The morning's too fine to last." How well might it be applied to our everyday existence. God! what would I forfeit to have the days of my childhood restored, or to be able to forget them for ever!'

Português → 'You have seen much trouble, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick compassionately.

'I have,' said the dismal man hurriedly; 'I have. More than those who see me now would believe possible.' He paused for an instant, and then said abruptly--

'Did it ever strike you, on such a morning as this, that drowning would be happiness and peace?'

'God bless me, no!' replied Mr. Pickwick, edging a little from the balustrade, as the possibility of the dismal man's tipping him over, by way of experiment, occurred to him rather forcibly.

'I have thought so, often,' said the dismal man, without noticing the action. 'The calm, cool water seems to me to murmur an invitation to repose and rest. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said--

'There--enough of that. I wish to see you on another subject. You invited me to read that paper, the night before last, and listened attentively while I did so.'

'I did,' replied Mr. Pickwick; 'and I certainly thought--'

'I asked for no opinion,' said the dismal man, interrupting him, 'and I want none. You are travelling for amusement and instruction. Suppose I forward you a curious manuscript--observe, not curious because wild or improbable, but curious as a leaf from the romance of real life--would you communicate it to the club, of which you have spoken so frequently?'

Português → 'Certainly,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'if you wished it; and it would be entered on their transactions.'

'You shall have it,' replied the dismal man. 'Your address;' and, Mr. Pickwick having communicated their probable route, the dismal man carefully noted it down in a greasy pocket-book, and, resisting Mr. Pickwick's pressing invitation to breakfast, left that gentleman at his inn, and walked slowly away.

Mr. Pickwick found that his three companions had risen, and were waiting his arrival to commence breakfast, which was ready laid in tempting display. They sat down to the meal; and broiled ham, eggs, tea, coffee and sundries, began to disappear with a rapidity which at once bore testimony to the excellence of the fare, and the appetites of its consumers.

'Now, about Manor Farm,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'How shall we go?'

'We had better consult the waiter, perhaps,' said Mr. Tupman; and the waiter was summoned accordingly.

'Dingley Dell, gentlemen--fifteen miles, gentlemen--cross road--post- chaise, sir?'

'Post-chaise won't hold more than two,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'True, sir--beg your pardon, sir.--Very nice four-wheel chaise, sir-- seat for two behind--one in front for the gentleman that drives--oh! beg your pardon, sir--that'll only hold three.'

'What's to be done?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Perhaps one of the gentlemen would like to ride, sir?' suggested the waiter, looking towards Mr. Winkle; 'very good saddle-horses, sir--any of Mr. Wardle's men coming to Rochester, bring 'em back, Sir.'

Português → 'The very thing,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'Winkle, will you go on horseback?'

Now Mr. Winkle did entertain considerable misgivings in the very lowest recesses of his own heart, relative to his equestrian skill; but, as he would not have them even suspected, on any account, he at once replied with great hardihood, 'Certainly. I should enjoy it of all things.'

Mr. Winkle had rushed upon his fate; there was no resource.

'Let them be at the door by eleven,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Very well, sir,' replied the waiter.

The waiter retired; the breakfast concluded; and the travellers ascended to their respective bedrooms, to prepare a change of clothing, to take with them on their approaching expedition.

Mr. Pickwick had made his preliminary arrangements, and was looking over the coffee-room blinds at the passengers in the street, when the waiter entered, and announced that the chaise was ready--an announcement which the vehicle itself confirmed, by forthwith appearing before the coffee- room blinds aforesaid.

It was a curious little green box on four wheels, with a low place like a wine-bin for two behind, and an elevated perch for one in front, drawn by an immense brown horse, displaying great symmetry of bone. An hostler stood near, holding by the bridle another immense horse--apparently a near relative of the animal in the chaise--ready saddled for Mr. Winkle.

'Bless my soul!' said Mr. Pickwick, as they stood upon the pavement while the coats were being put in. 'Bless my soul! who's to drive? I never thought of that.'

'Oh! you, of course,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Of course,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'I!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick.

'Not the slightest fear, Sir,' interposed the hostler. 'Warrant him quiet, Sir; a hinfant in arms might drive him.'

Português → 'He don't shy, does he?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Shy, sir?-he wouldn't shy if he was to meet a vagin-load of monkeys with their tails burned off.'

The last recommendation was indisputable. Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass got into the bin; Mr. Pickwick ascended to his perch, and deposited his feet on a floor-clothed shelf, erected beneath it for that purpose.

'Now, shiny Villiam,' said the hostler to the deputy hostler, 'give the gen'lm'n the ribbons.'

Shiny Villiam'--so called, probably, from his sleek hair and oily countenance--placed the reins in Mr. Pickwick's left hand; and the upper hostler thrust a whip into his right.

'Wo-o!' cried Mr. Pickwick, as the tall quadruped evinced a decided inclination to back into the coffee-room window.

'Wo-o!' echoed Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass, from the bin.

'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting.

'T'other side, sir, if you please.'

'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter.

Mr. Winkle, thus instructed, climbed into his saddle, with about as much difficulty as he would have experienced in getting up the side of a first-rate man-of-war.

'All right?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, with an inward presentiment that it was all wrong.

Português → 'All right,' replied Mr. Winkle faintly.

'Let 'em go,' cried the hostler.--'Hold him in, sir;' and away went the chaise, and the saddle-horse, with Mr. Pickwick on the box of the one, and Mr. Winkle on the back of the other, to the delight and gratification of the whole inn-yard.

'What makes him go sideways?' said Mr. Snodgrass in the bin, to Mr. Winkle in the saddle.

'I can't imagine,' replied Mr. Winkle. His horse was drifting up the street in the most mysterious manner--side first, with his head towards one side of the way, and his tail towards the other.

Mr. Pickwick had no leisure to observe either this or any other particular, the whole of his faculties being concentrated in the management of the animal attached to the chaise, who displayed various peculiarities, highly interesting to a bystander, but by no means equally amusing to any one seated behind him. Besides constantly jerking his head up, in a very unpleasant and uncomfortable manner, and tugging at the reins to an extent which rendered it a matter of great difficulty for Mr. Pickwick to hold them, he had a singular propensity for darting suddenly every now and then to the side of the road, then stopping short, and then rushing forward for some minutes, at a speed which it was wholly impossible to control.

'What _can_ he mean by this?' said Mr. Snodgrass, when the horse had executed this manoeuvre for the twentieth time.

'I don't know,' replied Mr. Tupman; 'it looks very like shying, don't it?' Mr. Snodgrass was about to reply, when he was interrupted by a shout from Mr. Pickwick.

'Woo!' said that gentleman; 'I have dropped my whip.'

'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount.

Now whether the tall horse, in the natural playfulness of his disposition, was desirous of having a little innocent recreation with Mr. Winkle, or whether it occurred to him that he could perform the journey as much to his own satisfaction without a rider as with one, are points upon which, of course, we can arrive at no definite and distinct conclusion. By whatever motives the animal was actuated, certain it is that Mr. Winkle had no sooner touched the reins, than he slipped them over his head, and darted backwards to their full length.

Português → 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured.

'What am I to do?' shouted Mr. Winkle, after the dodging had been prolonged for a considerable time. 'What am I to do? I can't get on him.'

'You had better lead him till we come to a turnpike,' replied Mr. Pickwick from the chaise.

'But he won't come!' roared Mr. Winkle. 'Do come and hold him.'

Mr. Pickwick was the very personation of kindness and humanity: he threw the reins on the horse's back, and having descended from his seat, carefully drew the chaise into the hedge, lest anything should come along the road, and stepped back to the assistance of his distressed companion, leaving Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the vehicle.

The horse no sooner beheld Mr. Pickwick advancing towards him with the chaise whip in his hand, than he exchanged the rotary motion in which he had previously indulged, for a retrograde movement of so very determined a character, that it at once drew Mr. Winkle, who was still at the end of the bridle, at a rather quicker rate than fast walking, in the direction from which they had just come. Mr. Pickwick ran to his assistance, but the faster Mr. Pickwick ran forward, the faster the horse ran backward. There was a great scraping of feet, and kicking up of the dust; and at last Mr. Winkle, his arms being nearly pulled out of their sockets, fairly let go his hold. The horse paused, stared, shook his head, turned round, and quietly trotted home to Rochester, leaving Mr. Winkle and Mr. Pickwick gazing on each other with countenances of blank dismay. A rattling noise at a little distance attracted their attention. They looked up.

'Bless my soul!' exclaimed the agonised Mr. Pickwick; 'there's the other horse running away!'

It was but too true. The animal was startled by the noise, and the reins were on his back. The results may be guessed. He tore off with the four- wheeled chaise behind him, and Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the four- wheeled chaise. The heat was a short one. Mr. Tupman threw himself into the hedge, Mr. Snodgrass followed his example, the horse dashed the four--wheeled chaise against a wooden bridge, separated the wheels from the body, and the bin from the perch; and finally stood stock still to gaze upon the ruin he had made.

Português → The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. The next thing to be done was to unharness the horse. This complicated process having been effected, the party walked slowly forward, leading the horse among them, and abandoning the chaise to its fate.

An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. A red-headed man was working in the garden; and to him Mr. Pickwick called lustily, 'Hollo there!'

The red-headed man raised his body, shaded his eyes with his hand, and stared, long and coolly, at Mr. Pickwick and his companions.

'Hollo there!' repeated Mr. Pickwick.

'Hollo!' was the red-headed man's reply.

'How far is it to Dingley Dell?'

'Better er seven mile.'

'Is it a good road?'

'No, 'tain't.' Having uttered this brief reply, and apparently satisfied himself with another scrutiny, the red-headed man resumed his work. 'We want to put this horse up here,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'I suppose we can, can't we?'

Want to put that ere horse up, do ee?' repeated the red-headed man, leaning on his spade.

'Of course,' replied Mr. Pickwick, who had by this time advanced, horse in hand, to the garden rails.

'Missus'--roared the man with the red head, emerging from the garden, and looking very hard at the horse--'missus!'

Português → A tall, bony woman--straight all the way down--in a coarse, blue pelisse, with the waist an inch or two below her arm-pits, responded to the call.

'Can we put this horse up here, my good woman?' said Mr. Tupman, advancing, and speaking in his most seductive tones. The woman looked very hard at the whole party; and the red-headed man whispered something in her ear.

'No,' replied the woman, after a little consideration, 'I'm afeerd on it.'

'Afraid!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick, 'what's the woman afraid of?'

'It got us in trouble last time,' said the woman, turning into the house; 'I woan't have nothin' to say to 'un.'

'Most extraordinary thing I have ever met with in my life,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

'I--I--really believe,' whispered Mr. Winkle, as his friends gathered round him, 'that they think we have come by this horse in some dishonest manner.'

'What!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick, in a storm of indignation. Mr. Winkle modestly repeated his suggestion.

'Hollo, you fellow,' said the angry Mr. Pickwick, 'do you think we stole the horse?'

'I'm sure ye did,' replied the red-headed man, with a grin which agitated his countenance from one auricular organ to the other. Saying which he turned into the house and banged the door after him.

'It's like a dream,' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, 'a hideous dream. The idea of a man's walking about all day with a dreadful horse that he can't get rid of!' The depressed Pickwickians turned moodily away, with the tall quadruped, for which they all felt the most unmitigated disgust, following slowly at their heels.

Português → It was late in the afternoon when the four friends and their four-footed companion turned into the lane leading to Manor Farm; and even when they were so near their place of destination, the pleasure they would otherwise have experienced was materially damped as they reflected on the singularity of their appearance, and the absurdity of their situation. Torn clothes, lacerated faces, dusty shoes, exhausted looks, and, above all, the horse. Oh, how Mr. Pickwick cursed that horse: he had eyed the noble animal from time to time with looks expressive of hatred and revenge; more than once he had calculated the probable amount of the expense he would incur by cutting his throat; and now the temptation to destroy him, or to cast him loose upon the world, rushed upon his mind with tenfold force. He was roused from a meditation on these dire imaginings by the sudden appearance of two figures at a turn of the lane. It was Mr. Wardle, and his faithful attendant, the fat boy.

'Why, where have you been?' said the hospitable old gentleman; 'I've been waiting for you all day. Well, you _do_ look tired. What! Scratches! Not hurt, I hope--eh? Well, I _am_ glad to hear that--very. So you've been spilt, eh? Never mind. Common accident in these parts. Joe--he's asleep again!--Joe, take that horse from the gentlemen, and lead it into the stable.'

The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen.

'We'll have you put to rights here,' said the old gentleman, 'and then I'll introduce you to the people in the parlour. Emma, bring out the cherry brandy; now, Jane, a needle and thread here; towels and water, Mary. Come, girls, bustle about.'

Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes.

'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse.

Português → Mr. Snodgrass, having concluded his ablutions, took a survey of the room, while standing with his back to the fire, sipping his cherry brandy with heartfelt satisfaction. He describes it as a large apartment, with a red brick floor and a capacious chimney; the ceiling garnished with hams, sides of bacon, and ropes of onions. The walls were decorated with several hunting-whips, two or three bridles, a saddle, and an old rusty blunderbuss, with an inscription below it, intimating that it was 'Loaded'--as it had been, on the same authority, for half a century at least. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser.

'Ready?' said the old gentleman inquiringly, when his guests had been washed, mended, brushed, and brandied.

'Quite,' replied Mr. Pickwick.

'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door.

'Welcome,' said their hospitable host, throwing it open and stepping forward to announce them, 'welcome, gentlemen, to Manor Farm.'

CHAPTER VI. An Old-fashioned Card-party--the Clergyman's Verses--the Story of the Convict's Return

Português → Several guests who were assembled in the old parlour rose to greet Mr. Pickwick and his friends upon their entrance; and during the performance of the ceremony of introduction, with all due formalities, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to observe the appearance, and speculate upon the characters and pursuits, of the persons by whom he was surrounded--a habit in which he, in common with many other great men, delighted to indulge.

A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. The aunt, the two young ladies, and Mr. Wardle, each vying with the other in paying zealous and unremitting attentions to the old lady, crowded round her easy-chair, one holding her ear-trumpet, another an orange, and a third a smelling- bottle, while a fourth was busily engaged in patting and punching the pillows which were arranged for her support. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers.

'Mr. Pickwick, mother,' said Mr. Wardle, at the very top of his voice.

'Ah!' said the old lady, shaking her head; 'I can't hear you.'

'Mr. Pickwick, grandma!' screamed both the young ladies together.

'Ah!' exclaimed the old lady. 'Well, it don't much matter. He don't care for an old 'ooman like me, I dare say.'

'I assure you, ma'am,' said Mr. Pickwick, grasping the old lady's hand, and speaking so loud that the exertion imparted a crimson hue to his benevolent countenance--'I assure you, ma'am, that nothing delights me more than to see a lady of your time of life heading so fine a family, and looking so young and well.'

'Ah!' said the old lady, after a short pause: 'it's all very fine, I dare say; but I can't hear him.'

Português → 'Grandma's rather put out now,' said Miss Isabella Wardle, in a low tone; 'but she'll talk to you presently.'

Mr. Pickwick nodded his readiness to humour the infirmities of age, and entered into a general conversation with the other members of the circle.

'Delightful situation this,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Delightful!' echoed Messrs. Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle.

'Well, I think it is,' said Mr. Wardle.

'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent, sir,' said the hard- headed man with the pippin--face; 'there ain't indeed, sir--I'm sure there ain't, Sir.' The hard-headed man looked triumphantly round, as if he had been very much contradicted by somebody, but had got the better of him at last.

'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent,' said the hard-headed man again, after a pause.

''Cept Mullins's Meadows,' observed the fat man solemnly.

'Mullins's Meadows!' ejaculated the other, with profound contempt.

'Ah, Mullins's Meadows,' repeated the fat man.

'Reg'lar good land that,' interposed another fat man.

'And so it is, sure-ly,' said a third fat man.

'Everybody knows that,' said the corpulent host.

The hard-headed man looked dubiously round, but finding himself in a minority, assumed a compassionate air and said no more.

Português → 'What are they talking about?' inquired the old lady of one of her granddaughters, in a very audible voice; for, like many deaf people, she never seemed to calculate on the possibility of other persons hearing what she said herself.

'About the land, grandma.'

'What about the land?--Nothing the matter, is there?'

'No, no. Mr. Miller was saying our land was better than Mullins's Meadows.'

'How should he know anything about it?' inquired the old lady indignantly. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent.

'Come, come,' said the bustling host, with a natural anxiety to change the conversation, 'what say you to a rubber, Mr. Pickwick?'

'I should like it of all things,' replied that gentleman; 'but pray don't make up one on my account.'

'Oh, I assure you, mother's very fond of a rubber,' said Mr. Wardle; 'ain't you, mother?'

The old lady, who was much less deaf on this subject than on any other, replied in the affirmative.

Português → 'Joe, Joe!' said the gentleman; 'Joe--damn that--oh, here he is; put out the card-tables.'

The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. The whist-players were Mr. Pickwick and the old lady, Mr. Miller and the fat gentleman. The round game comprised the rest of the company.

The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree.

'There!' said the criminal Miller triumphantly, as he took up the odd trick at the conclusion of a hand; 'that could not have been played better, I flatter myself; impossible to have made another trick!'

'Miller ought to have trumped the diamond, oughtn't he, Sir?' said the old lady.

Mr. Pickwick nodded assent.

'Ought I, though?' said the unfortunate, with a doubtful appeal to his partner.

'You ought, Sir,' said the fat gentleman, in an awful voice.

Português → 'Very sorry,' said the crestfallen Miller.

'Much use that,' growled the fat gentleman.

'Two by honours--makes us eight,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Another hand. 'Can you one?' inquired the old lady.

'I can,' replied Mr. Pickwick. 'Double, single, and the rub.'

'Never was such luck,' said Mr. Miller.

'Never was such cards,' said the fat gentleman.

A solemn silence; Mr. Pickwick humorous, the old lady serious, the fat gentleman captious, and Mr. Miller timorous.

'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick.

'A double, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Quite aware of the fact, Sir,' replied the fat gentleman sharply.

Another game, with a similar result, was followed by a revoke from the unlucky Miller; on which the fat gentleman burst into a state of high personal excitement which lasted until the conclusion of the game, when he retired into a corner, and remained perfectly mute for one hour and twenty-seven minutes; at the end of which time he emerged from his retirement, and offered Mr. Pickwick a pinch of snuff with the air of a man who had made up his mind to a Christian forgiveness of injuries sustained. The old lady's hearing decidedly improved and the unlucky Miller felt as much out of his element as a dolphin in a sentry-box.

Português → Meanwhile the round game proceeded right merrily. Isabella Wardle and Mr. Trundle 'went partners,' and Emily Wardle and Mr. Snodgrass did the same; and even Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt established a joint- stock company of fish and flattery. Old Mr. Wardle was in the very height of his jollity; and he was so funny in his management of the board, and the old ladies were so sharp after their winnings, that the whole table was in a perpetual roar of merriment and laughter. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. And Mr. Winkle came out with jokes which are very well known in town, but are not all known in the country; and as everybody laughed at them very heartily, and said they were very capital, Mr. Winkle was in a state of great honour and glory. And the benevolent clergyman looked pleasantly on; for the happy faces which surrounded the table made the good old man feel happy too; and though the merriment was rather boisterous, still it came from the heart and not from the lips; and this is the right sort of merriment, after all.

The evening glided swiftly away, in these cheerful recreations; and when the substantial though homely supper had been despatched, and the little party formed a social circle round the fire, Mr. Pickwick thought he had never felt so happy in his life, and at no time so much disposed to enjoy, and make the most of, the passing moment.

'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Why, my poor old mother, here, used to sit before this fireplace upon that little stool when she was a girl; didn't you, mother?'

Português → The tear which starts unbidden to the eye when the recollection of old times and the happiness of many years ago is suddenly recalled, stole down the old lady's face as she shook her head with a melancholy smile.

'You must excuse my talking about this old place, Mr. Pickwick,' resumed the host, after a short pause, 'for I love it dearly, and know no other- -the old houses and fields seem like living friends to me; and so does our little church with the ivy, about which, by the bye, our excellent friend there made a song when he first came amongst us. Mr. Snodgrass, have you anything in your glass?'

'Plenty, thank you,' replied that gentleman, whose poetic curiosity had been greatly excited by the last observation of his entertainer. 'I beg your pardon, but you were talking about the song of the Ivy.'

'You must ask our friend opposite about that,' said the host knowingly, indicating the clergyman by a nod of his head.

'May I say that I should like to hear you repeat it, sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Why, really,' replied the clergyman, 'it's a very slight affair; and the only excuse I have for having ever perpetrated it is, that I was a young man at the time. Such as it is, however, you shall hear it, if you wish.'

A murmur of curiosity was of course the reply; and the old gentleman proceeded to recite, with the aid of sundry promptings from his wife, the lines in question. 'I call them,' said he,

Português → Oh, a dainty plant is the Ivy green, That creepeth o'er ruins old! Of right choice food are his meals, I ween, In his cell so lone and cold. The wall must be crumbled, the stone decayed, To pleasure his dainty whim; And the mouldering dust that years have made, Is a merry meal for him. Creeping where no life is seen, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

Fast he stealeth on, though he wears no wings, And a staunch old heart has he. How closely he twineth, how tight he clings To his friend the huge Oak Tree! And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Creeping where grim death has been, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

Whole ages have fled and their works decayed, And nations have scattered been; But the stout old Ivy shall never fade, From its hale and hearty green. The brave old plant in its lonely days, Shall fatten upon the past; For the stateliest building man can raise, Is the Ivy's food at last. Creeping on where time has been, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

While the old gentleman repeated these lines a second time, to enable Mr. Snodgrass to note them down, Mr. Pickwick perused the lineaments of his face with an expression of great interest. The old gentleman having concluded his dictation, and Mr. Snodgrass having returned his note-book to his pocket, Mr. Pickwick said--

'Excuse me, sir, for making the remark on so short an acquaintance; but a gentleman like yourself cannot fail, I should think, to have observed many scenes and incidents worth recording, in the course of your experience as a minister of the Gospel.'

Português → 'I have witnessed some certainly,' replied the old gentleman, 'but the incidents and characters have been of a homely and ordinary nature, my sphere of action being so very limited.'

'You did make some notes, I think, about John Edmunds, did you not?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who appeared very desirous to draw his friend out, for the edification of his new visitors.

The old gentleman slightly nodded his head in token of assent, and was proceeding to change the subject, when Mr. Pickwick said--

'I beg your pardon, sir, but pray, if I may venture to inquire, who was John Edmunds?'

'The very thing I was about to ask,' said Mr. Snodgrass eagerly.

'You are fairly in for it,' said the jolly host. 'You must satisfy the curiosity of these gentlemen, sooner or later; so you had better take advantage of this favourable opportunity, and do so at once.'

The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of

'When I first settled in this village,' said the old gentleman, 'which is now just five-and-twenty years ago, the most notorious person among my parishioners was a man of the name of Edmunds, who leased a small farm near this spot. He was a morose, savage-hearted, bad man; idle and dissolute in his habits; cruel and ferocious in his disposition. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all.

Português → 'This man had a wife and one son, who, when I first came here, was about twelve years old. Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers.

'They were poor--they could not be otherwise when the man pursued such courses; but the woman's unceasing and unwearied exertions, early and late, morning, noon, and night, kept them above actual want. These exertions were but ill repaid. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father.

'During the whole of this time, and when the poor creature often bore about her marks of ill-usage and violence which she could not wholly conceal, she was a constant attendant at our little church. Regularly every Sunday, morning and afternoon, she occupied the same seat with the boy at her side; and though they were both poorly dressed--much more so than many of their neighbours who were in a lower station--they were always neat and clean. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented.

Português → 'Five or six years passed away; the boy had become a robust and well- grown youth. The time that had strengthened the child's slight frame and knit his weak limbs into the strength of manhood had bowed his mother's form, and enfeebled her steps; but the arm that should have supported her was no longer locked in hers; the face that should have cheered her, no more looked upon her own. She occupied her old seat, but there was a vacant one beside her. The Bible was kept as carefully as ever, the places were found and folded down as they used to be: but there was no one to read it with her; and the tears fell thick and fast upon the book, and blotted the words from her eyes. Neighbours were as kind as they were wont to be of old, but she shunned their greetings with averted head. There was no lingering among the old elm-trees now--no cheering anticipations of happiness yet in store. The desolate woman drew her bonnet closer over her face, and walked hurriedly away.

'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Alas for human nature! You have anticipated it long since.

'The measure of the unhappy woman's misery and misfortune was about to be completed. Numerous offences had been committed in the neighbourhood; the perpetrators remained undiscovered, and their boldness increased. A robbery of a daring and aggravated nature occasioned a vigilance of pursuit, and a strictness of search, they had not calculated on. Young Edmunds was suspected, with three companions. He was apprehended-- committed--tried--condemned--to die.

'The wild and piercing shriek from a woman's voice, which resounded through the court when the solemn sentence was pronounced, rings in my ears at this moment. That cry struck a terror to the culprit's heart, which trial, condemnation--the approach of death itself, had failed to awaken. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock.

Português → 'In the first transports of her mental anguish, the suffering mother threw herself on her knees at my feet, and fervently sought the Almighty Being who had hitherto supported her in all her troubles to release her from a world of woe and misery, and to spare the life of her only child. A burst of grief, and a violent struggle, such as I hope I may never have to witness again, succeeded. I knew that her heart was breaking from that hour; but I never once heard complaint or murmur escape her lips.

'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. It was in vain. He remained moody, obstinate, and unmoved. Not even the unlooked-for commutation of his sentence to transportation for fourteen years, softened for an instant the sullen hardihood of his demeanour.

'But the spirit of resignation and endurance that had so long upheld her, was unable to contend against bodily weakness and infirmity. She fell sick. She dragged her tottering limbs from the bed to visit her son once more, but her strength failed her, and she sank powerless on the ground.

'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. A day passed away and his mother was not there; another flew by, and she came not near him; a third evening arrived, and yet he had not seen her--, and in four-and-twenty hours he was to be separated from her, perhaps for ever. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! His mother, the only parent he had ever known, lay ill--it might be, dying--within one mile of the ground he stood on; were he free and unfettered, a few minutes would place him by her side. He rushed to the gate, and grasping the iron rails with the energy of desperation, shook it till it rang again, and threw himself against the thick wall as if to force a passage through the stone; but the strong building mocked his feeble efforts, and he beat his hands together and wept like a child.

Português → 'I bore the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son in prison; and I carried the solemn assurance of repentance, and his fervent supplication for pardon, to her sick-bed. I heard, with pity and compassion, the repentant man devise a thousand little plans for her comfort and support when he returned; but I knew that many months before he could reach his place of destination, his mother would be no longer of this world.

'He was removed by night. A few weeks afterwards the poor woman's soul took its flight, I confidently hope, and solemnly believe, to a place of eternal happiness and rest. I performed the burial service over her remains. She lies in our little churchyard. There is no stone at her grave's head. Her sorrows were known to man; her virtues to God.

'It had been arranged previously to the convict's departure, that he should write to his mother as soon as he could obtain permission, and that the letter should be addressed to me. The father had positively refused to see his son from the moment of his apprehension; and it was a matter of indifference to him whether he lived or died. Many years passed over without any intelligence of him; and when more than half his term of transportation had expired, and I had received no letter, I concluded him to be dead, as, indeed, I almost hoped he might be.

'Edmunds, however, had been sent a considerable distance up the country on his arrival at the settlement; and to this circumstance, perhaps, may be attributed the fact, that though several letters were despatched, none of them ever reached my hands. He remained in the same place during the whole fourteen years. At the expiration of the term, steadily adhering to his old resolution and the pledge he gave his mother, he made his way back to England amidst innumerable difficulties, and returned, on foot, to his native place.

Português → 'On a fine Sunday evening, in the month of August, John Edmunds set foot in the village he had left with shame and disgrace seventeen years before. His nearest way lay through the churchyard. The man's heart swelled as he crossed the stile. The tall old elms, through whose branches the declining sun cast here and there a rich ray of light upon the shady part, awakened the associations of his earliest days. He pictured himself as he was then, clinging to his mother's hand, and walking peacefully to church. He remembered how he used to look up into her pale face; and how her eyes would sometimes fill with tears as she gazed upon his features--tears which fell hot upon his forehead as she stooped to kiss him, and made him weep too, although he little knew then what bitter tears hers were. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer.

'He entered the church. The evening service was concluded and the congregation had dispersed, but it was not yet closed. His steps echoed through the low building with a hollow sound, and he almost feared to be alone, it was so still and quiet. He looked round him. Nothing was changed. The place seemed smaller than it used to be; but there were the old monuments on which he had gazed with childish awe a thousand times; the little pulpit with its faded cushion; the Communion table before which he had so often repeated the Commandments he had reverenced as a child, and forgotten as a man. He approached the old seat; it looked cold and desolate. The cushion had been removed, and the Bible was not there. Perhaps his mother now occupied a poorer seat, or possibly she had grown infirm and could not reach the church alone. He dared not think of what he feared. A cold feeling crept over him, and he trembled violently as he turned away. 'An old man entered the porch just as he reached it. Edmunds started back, for he knew him well; many a time he had watched him digging graves in the churchyard. What would he say to the returned convict?

'The old man raised his eyes to the stranger's face, bade him "good- evening," and walked slowly on. He had forgotten him.

'He walked down the hill, and through the village. The weather was warm, and the people were sitting at their doors, or strolling in their little gardens as he passed, enjoying the serenity of the evening, and their rest from labour. Many a look was turned towards him, and many a doubtful glance he cast on either side to see whether any knew and shunned him. There were strange faces in almost every house; in some he recognised the burly form of some old schoolfellow--a boy when he last saw him--surrounded by a troop of merry children; in others he saw, seated in an easy-chair at a cottage door, a feeble and infirm old man, whom he only remembered as a hale and hearty labourer; but they had all forgotten him, and he passed on unknown.

Português → 'The last soft light of the setting sun had fallen on the earth, casting a rich glow on the yellow corn sheaves, and lengthening the shadows of the orchard trees, as he stood before the old house--the home of his infancy--to which his heart had yearned with an intensity of affection not to be described, through long and weary years of captivity and sorrow. The paling was low, though he well remembered the time that it had seemed a high wall to him; and he looked over into the old garden. There were more seeds and gayer flowers than there used to be, but there were the old trees still--the very tree under which he had lain a thousand times when tired of playing in the sun, and felt the soft, mild sleep of happy boyhood steal gently upon him. There were voices within the house. He listened, but they fell strangely upon his ear; he knew them not. They were merry too; and he well knew that his poor old mother could not be cheerful, and he away. The door opened, and a group of little children bounded out, shouting and romping. The father, with a little boy in his arms, appeared at the door, and they crowded round him, clapping their tiny hands, and dragging him out, to join their joyous sports. The convict thought on the many times he had shrunk from his father's sight in that very place. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion.

'And such was the return to which he had looked through the weary perspective of many years, and for which he had undergone so much suffering! No face of welcome, no look of forgiveness, no house to receive, no hand to help him--and this too in the old village. What was his loneliness in the wild, thick woods, where man was never seen, to this!

'He felt that in the distant land of his bondage and infamy, he had thought of his native place as it was when he left it; and not as it would be when he returned. The sad reality struck coldly at his heart, and his spirit sank within him. He had not courage to make inquiries, or to present himself to the only person who was likely to receive him with kindness and compassion. He walked slowly on; and shunning the roadside like a guilty man, turned into a meadow he well remembered; and covering his face with his hands, threw himself upon the grass.

Português → 'He had not observed that a man was lying on the bank beside him; his garments rustled as he turned round to steal a look at the new-comer; and Edmunds raised his head.

'The man had moved into a sitting posture. His body was much bent, and his face was wrinkled and yellow. His dress denoted him an inmate of the workhouse: he had the appearance of being very old, but it looked more the effect of dissipation or disease, than the length of years. He was staring hard at the stranger, and though his eyes were lustreless and heavy at first, they appeared to glow with an unnatural and alarmed expression after they had been fixed upon him for a short time, until they seemed to be starting from their sockets. Edmunds gradually raised himself to his knees, and looked more and more earnestly on the old man's face. They gazed upon each other in silence.

'The old man was ghastly pale. He shuddered and tottered to his feet. Edmunds sprang to his. He stepped back a pace or two. Edmunds advanced.

'"Let me hear you speak," said the convict, in a thick, broken voice.

'"Stand off!" cried the old man, with a dreadful oath. The convict drew closer to him.

'"Stand off!" shrieked the old man. Furious with terror, he raised his stick, and struck Edmunds a heavy blow across the face.

'"Father--devil!" murmured the convict between his set teeth. He rushed wildly forward, and clenched the old man by the throat--but he was his father; and his arm fell powerless by his side.

Português → 'The old man uttered a loud yell which rang through the lonely fields like the howl of an evil spirit. His face turned black, the gore rushed from his mouth and nose, and dyed the grass a deep, dark red, as he staggered and fell. He had ruptured a blood-vessel, and he was a dead man before his son could raise him.

'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. No one save myself knew in that man's lifetime who he was, or whence he came--it was John Edmunds, the returned convict.'

CHAPTER VII. How Mr. Winkle, Instead of Shooting at the Pigeon and Killing the Crow, Shot at the Crow and Wounded the Pigeon; How the Dingley Dell Cricket Club Played All-muggleton, and How All-muggleton Dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with Other Interesting and Instructive Matters

Português → The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Mr. Pickwick was no sluggard, and he sprang like an ardent warrior from his tent-bedstead.

'Pleasant, pleasant country,' sighed the enthusiastic gentleman, as he opened his lattice window. 'Who could live to gaze from day to day on bricks and slates who had once felt the influence of a scene like this? Who could continue to exist where there are no cows but the cows on the chimney-pots; nothing redolent of Pan but pan-tiles; no crop but stone crop? Who could bear to drag out a life in such a spot? Who, I ask, could endure it?' and, having cross-examined solitude after the most approved precedents, at considerable length, Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of the lattice and looked around him.

The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Mr. Pickwick fell into an enchanting and delicious reverie.

'Hollo!' was the sound that roused him.

He looked to the right, but he saw nobody; his eyes wandered to the left, and pierced the prospect; he stared into the sky, but he wasn't wanted there; and then he did what a common mind would have done at once--looked into the garden, and there saw Mr. Wardle.

Português → 'How are you?' said the good-humoured individual, out of breath with his own anticipations of pleasure.'Beautiful morning, ain't it? Glad to see you up so early. Make haste down, and come out. I'll wait for you here.'

Mr. Pickwick needed no second invitation. Ten minutes sufficed for the completion of his toilet, and at the expiration of that time he was by the old gentleman's side.

'Hollo!' said Mr. Pickwick in his turn, seeing that his companion was armed with a gun, and that another lay ready on the grass; 'what's going forward?'

'Why, your friend and I,' replied the host, 'are going out rook-shooting before breakfast. He's a very good shot, ain't he?'

'I've heard him say he's a capital one,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'but I never saw him aim at anything.'

'Well,' said the host, 'I wish he'd come. Joe--Joe!'

The fat boy, who under the exciting influence of the morning did not appear to be more than three parts and a fraction asleep, emerged from the house.

'Go up, and call the gentleman, and tell him he'll find me and Mr. Pickwick in the rookery. Show the gentleman the way there; d'ye hear?'

The boy departed to execute his commission; and the host, carrying both guns like a second Robinson Crusoe, led the way from the garden.

Português → 'This is the place,' said the old gentleman, pausing after a few minutes walking, in an avenue of trees. The information was unnecessary; for the incessant cawing of the unconscious rooks sufficiently indicated their whereabouts.

The old gentleman laid one gun on the ground, and loaded the other.

'Here they are,' said Mr. Pickwick; and, as he spoke, the forms of Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle appeared in the distance. The fat boy, not being quite certain which gentleman he was directed to call, had with peculiar sagacity, and to prevent the possibility of any mistake, called them all.

'Come along,' shouted the old gentleman, addressing Mr. Winkle; 'a keen hand like you ought to have been up long ago, even to such poor work as this.'

Mr. Winkle responded with a forced smile, and took up the spare gun with an expression of countenance which a metaphysical rook, impressed with a foreboding of his approaching death by violence, may be supposed to assume. It might have been keenness, but it looked remarkably like misery.

The old gentleman nodded; and two ragged boys who had been marshalled to the spot under the direction of the infant Lambert, forthwith commenced climbing up two of the trees.

'What are these lads for?' inquired Mr. Pickwick abruptly. He was rather alarmed; for he was not quite certain but that the distress of the agricultural interest, about which he had often heard a great deal, might have compelled the small boys attached to the soil to earn a precarious and hazardous subsistence by making marks of themselves for inexperienced sportsmen.

'Only to start the game,' replied Mr. Wardle, laughing.

'To what?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

Português → 'Why, in plain English, to frighten the rooks.'

'Oh, is that all?'

'You are satisfied?'

'Quite.'

'Very well. Shall I begin?'

'If you please,' said Mr. Winkle, glad of any respite.

'Stand aside, then. Now for it.'

The boy shouted, and shook a branch with a nest on it. Half a dozen young rooks in violent conversation, flew out to ask what the matter was. The old gentleman fired by way of reply. Down fell one bird, and off flew the others.

'Take him up, Joe,' said the old gentleman.

There was a smile upon the youth's face as he advanced. Indistinct visions of rook-pie floated through his imagination. He laughed as he retired with the bird--it was a plump one.

'Now, Mr. Winkle,' said the host, reloading his own gun. 'Fire away.'

Mr. Winkle advanced, and levelled his gun. Mr. Pickwick and his friends cowered involuntarily to escape damage from the heavy fall of rooks, which they felt quite certain would be occasioned by the devastating barrel of their friend. There was a solemn pause--a shout--a flapping of wings--a faint click.

'Hollo!' said the old gentleman.

Português → 'Won't it go?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Missed fire,' said Mr. Winkle, who was very pale--probably from disappointment.

'Odd,' said the old gentleman, taking the gun. 'Never knew one of them miss fire before. Why, I don't see anything of the cap.'

Bless my soul!' said Mr. Winkle, 'I declare I forgot the cap!'

The slight omission was rectified. Mr. Pickwick crouched again. Mr. Winkle stepped forward with an air of determination and resolution; and Mr. Tupman looked out from behind a tree. The boy shouted; four birds flew out. Mr. Winkle fired. There was a scream as of an individual--not a rook--in corporal anguish. Mr. Tupman had saved the lives of innumerable unoffending birds by receiving a portion of the charge in his left arm.

To describe the confusion that ensued would be impossible. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends.

They drew near the house. The ladies were at the garden gate, waiting for their arrival and their breakfast. The spinster aunt appeared; she smiled, and beckoned them to walk quicker. 'Twas evident she knew not of the disaster. Poor thing! there are times when ignorance is bliss indeed.

They approached nearer.

'Why, what is the matter with the little old gentleman?' said Isabella Wardle. The spinster aunt heeded not the remark; she thought it applied to Mr. Pickwick. In her eyes Tracy Tupman was a youth; she viewed his years through a diminishing glass.

Português → 'Don't be frightened,' called out the old host, fearful of alarming his daughters. The little party had crowded so completely round Mr. Tupman, that they could not yet clearly discern the nature of the accident.

'Don't be frightened,' said the host.

'What's the matter?' screamed the ladies.

'Mr. Tupman has met with a little accident; that's all.'

The spinster aunt uttered a piercing scream, burst into an hysteric laugh, and fell backwards in the arms of her nieces.

'Throw some cold water over her,' said the old gentleman.

'No, no,' murmured the spinster aunt; 'I am better now. Bella, Emily--a surgeon! Is he wounded?--Is he dead?--Is he--Ha, ha, ha!' Here the spinster aunt burst into fit number two, of hysteric laughter interspersed with screams.

'Calm yourself,' said Mr. Tupman, affected almost to tears by this expression of sympathy with his sufferings. 'Dear, dear madam, calm yourself.'

'It is his voice!' exclaimed the spinster aunt; and strong symptoms of fit number three developed themselves forthwith.

'Do not agitate yourself, I entreat you, dearest madam,' said Mr. Tupman soothingly. 'I am very little hurt, I assure you.'

'Then you are not dead!' ejaculated the hysterical lady. 'Oh, say you are not dead!'

'Don't be a fool, Rachael,' interposed Mr. Wardle, rather more roughly than was consistent with the poetic nature of the scene. 'What the devil's the use of his saying he isn't dead?'

Português → 'No, no, I am not,' said Mr. Tupman. 'I require no assistance but yours. Let me lean on your arm.' He added, in a whisper, 'Oh, Miss Rachael!' The agitated female advanced, and offered her arm. They turned into the breakfast parlour. Mr. Tracy Tupman gently pressed her hand to his lips, and sank upon the sofa.

'Are you faint?' inquired the anxious Rachael.

'No,' said Mr. Tupman. 'It is nothing. I shall be better presently.' He closed his eyes.

'He sleeps,' murmured the spinster aunt. (His organs of vision had been closed nearly twenty seconds.) 'Dear--dear--Mr. Tupman!'

Mr. Tupman jumped up--'Oh, say those words again!' he exclaimed.

The lady started. 'Surely you did not hear them!' she said bashfully.

'Oh, yes, I did!' replied Mr. Tupman; 'repeat them. If you would have me recover, repeat them.'

Hush!' said the lady. 'My brother.' Mr. Tracy Tupman resumed his former position; and Mr. Wardle, accompanied by a surgeon, entered the room.

The arm was examined, the wound dressed, and pronounced to be a very slight one; and the minds of the company having been thus satisfied, they proceeded to satisfy their appetites with countenances to which an expression of cheerfulness was again restored. Mr. Pickwick alone was silent and reserved. Doubt and distrust were exhibited in his countenance. His confidence in Mr. Winkle had been shaken--greatly shaken--by the proceedings of the morning.

Português → 'Are you a cricketer?' inquired Mr. Wardle of the marksman.

At any other time, Mr. Winkle would have replied in the affirmative. He felt the delicacy of his situation, and modestly replied, 'No.'

'Are you, sir?' inquired Mr. Snodgrass.

'I was once upon a time,' replied the host; 'but I have given it up now. I subscribe to the club here, but I don't play.'

'The grand match is played to-day, I believe,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'It is,' replied the host. 'Of course you would like to see it.'

'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. The great man withdrew his eyes after a few minutes, and added: 'Shall we be justified in leaving our wounded friend to the care of the ladies?'

'You cannot leave me in better hands,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Quite impossible,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement.

As their walk, which was not above two miles long, lay through shady lanes and sequestered footpaths, and as their conversation turned upon the delightful scenery by which they were on every side surrounded, Mr. Pickwick was almost inclined to regret the expedition they had used, when he found himself in the main street of the town of Muggleton.

Português → Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street.

Mr. Pickwick stood in the principal street of this illustrious town, and gazed with an air of curiosity, not unmixed with interest, on the objects around him. There was an open square for the market-place; and in the centre of it, a large inn with a sign-post in front, displaying an object very common in art, but rarely met with in nature--to wit, a blue lion, with three bow legs in the air, balancing himself on the extreme point of the centre claw of his fourth foot. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. There was a red brick house with a small paved courtyard in front, which anybody might have known belonged to the attorney; and there was, moreover, another red brick house with Venetian blinds, and a large brass door-plate with a very legible announcement that it belonged to the surgeon. A few boys were making their way to the cricket-field; and two or three shopkeepers who were standing at their doors looked as if they should like to be making their way to the same spot, as indeed to all appearance they might have done, without losing any great amount of custom thereby. Mr. Pickwick having paused to make these observations, to be noted down at a more convenient period, hastened to rejoin his friends, who had turned out of the main street, and were already within sight of the field of battle.

The wickets were pitched, and so were a couple of marquees for the rest and refreshment of the contending parties. The game had not yet commenced. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party.

Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted.

'You had better step into the marquee, I think, Sir,' said one very stout gentleman, whose body and legs looked like half a gigantic roll of flannel, elevated on a couple of inflated pillow-cases.

'You'll find it much pleasanter, Sir,' urged another stout gentleman, who strongly resembled the other half of the roll of flannel aforesaid.

'You're very good,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'This way,' said the first speaker; 'they notch in here--it's the best place in the whole field;' and the cricketer, panting on before, preceded them to the tent.

'Capital game--smart sport--fine exercise--very,' were the words which fell upon Mr. Pickwick's ear as he entered the tent; and the first object that met his eyes was his green-coated friend of the Rochester coach, holding forth, to the no small delight and edification of a select circle of the chosen of All-Muggleton. His dress was slightly improved, and he wore boots; but there was no mistaking him.

Português → The stranger recognised his friends immediately; and, darting forward and seizing Mr. Pickwick by the hand, dragged him to a seat with his usual impetuosity, talking all the while as if the whole of the arrangements were under his especial patronage and direction.

'This way--this way--capital fun--lots of beer--hogsheads; rounds of beef--bullocks; mustard--cart-loads; glorious day--down with you--make yourself at home--glad to see you--very.'

Mr. Pickwick sat down as he was bid, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass also complied with the directions of their mysterious friend. Mr. Wardle looked on in silent wonder.

'Mr. Wardle--a friend of mine,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Friend of yours!--My dear sir, how are you?--Friend of my friend's-- give me your hand, sir'--and the stranger grasped Mr. Wardle's hand with all the fervour of a close intimacy of many years, and then stepped back a pace or two as if to take a full survey of his face and figure, and then shook hands with him again, if possible, more warmly than before.

'Well; and how came you here?' said Mr. Pickwick, with a smile in which benevolence struggled with surprise.

'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.'

Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. His curiosity was therefore satisfied, and putting on his spectacles he prepared himself to watch the play which was just commencing.

Português → All-Muggleton had the first innings; and the interest became intense when Mr. Dumkins and Mr. Podder, two of the most renowned members of that most distinguished club, walked, bat in hand, to their respective wickets. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Several players were stationed, to 'look out,' in different parts of the field, and each fixed himself into the proper attitude by placing one hand on each knee, and stooping very much as if he were 'making a back' for some beginner at leap-frog. All the regular players do this sort of thing;-- indeed it is generally supposed that it is quite impossible to look out properly in any other position.

The umpires were stationed behind the wickets; the scorers were prepared to notch the runs; a breathless silence ensued. Mr. Luffey retired a few paces behind the wicket of the passive Podder, and applied the ball to his right eye for several seconds. Dumkins confidently awaited its coming with his eyes fixed on the motions of Luffey.

'Play!' suddenly cried the bowler. The ball flew from his hand straight and swift towards the centre stump of the wicket. The wary Dumkins was on the alert: it fell upon the tip of the bat, and bounded far away over the heads of the scouts, who had just stooped low enough to let it fly over them.

'Run--run--another.--Now, then throw her up--up with her--stop there-- another--no--yes--no--throw her up, throw her up!'--Such were the shouts which followed the stroke; and at the conclusion of which All-Muggleton had scored two. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. He blocked the doubtful balls, missed the bad ones, took the good ones, and sent them flying to all parts of the field. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Did an elderly gentleman essay to stop the progress of the ball, it rolled between his legs or slipped between his fingers. Did a slim gentleman try to catch it, it struck him on the nose, and bounded pleasantly off with redoubled violence, while the slim gentleman's eyes filled with water, and his form writhed with anguish. Was it thrown straight up to the wicket, Dumkins had reached it before the ball. In short, when Dumkins was caught out, and Podder stumped out, All- Muggleton had notched some fifty-four, while the score of the Dingley Dellers was as blank as their faces. The advantage was too great to be recovered. In vain did the eager Luffey, and the enthusiastic Struggles, do all that skill and experience could suggest, to regain the ground Dingley Dell had lost in the contest--it was of no avail; and in an early period of the winning game Dingley Dell gave in, and allowed the superior prowess of All-Muggleton.

The stranger, meanwhile, had been eating, drinking, and talking, without cessation. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket.

'Capital game--well played--some strokes admirable,' said the stranger, as both sides crowded into the tent, at the conclusion of the game.

Português → 'You have played it, sir?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who had been much amused by his loquacity.

'Played it! Think I have--thousands of times--not here--West Indies-- exciting thing--hot work--very.' 'It must be rather a warm pursuit in such a climate,' observed Mr. Pickwick.

'Warm!--red hot--scorching--glowing. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.'

'And what became of what's-his-name, Sir?' inquired an old gentleman.

'Blazo?'

'No--the other gentleman.'

Quanko Samba?'

'Yes, sir.'

'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. We only know that he paused suddenly, drew a long and deep breath, and looked anxiously on, as two of the principal members of the Dingley Dell club approached Mr. Pickwick, and said--

'We are about to partake of a plain dinner at the Blue Lion, Sir; we hope you and your friends will join us.'

Português → Of course,' said Mr. Wardle, 'among our friends we include Mr.--;' and he looked towards the stranger.

'Jingle,' said that versatile gentleman, taking the hint at once. 'Jingle--Alfred Jingle, Esq., of No Hall, Nowhere.'

'I shall be very happy, I am sure,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'So shall I,' said Mr. Alfred Jingle, drawing one arm through Mr. Pickwick's, and another through Mr. Wardle's, as he whispered confidentially in the ear of the former gentleman:--

'Devilish good dinner--cold, but capital--peeped into the room this morning--fowls and pies, and all that sort of thing--pleasant fellows these--well behaved, too--very.'

There being no further preliminaries to arrange, the company straggled into the town in little knots of twos and threes; and within a quarter of an hour were all seated in the great room of the Blue Lion Inn, Muggleton--Mr. Dumkins acting as chairman, and Mr. Luffey officiating as vice.

There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on.

Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. At length, during a moment of comparative silence, the little man called out in a very loud, solemn voice,--

Português → 'Mr. Luffey!'

Everybody was hushed into a profound stillness as the individual addressed, replied--

'Sir!'

'I wish to address a few words to you, Sir, if you will entreat the gentlemen to fill their glasses.'

Mr. Jingle uttered a patronising 'Hear, hear,' which was responded to by the remainder of the company; and the glasses having been filled, the vice-president assumed an air of wisdom in a state of profound attention; and said--

'Mr. Staple.'

'Sir,' said the little man, rising, 'I wish to address what I have to say to you and not to our worthy chairman, because our worthy chairman is in some measure--I may say in a great degree--the subject of what I have to say, or I may say to--to--'

'State,' suggested Mr. Jingle.

'Yes, to state,' said the little man, 'I thank my honourable friend, if he will allow me to call him so (four hears and one certainly from Mr. Jingle), for the suggestion. Sir, I am a Deller--a Dingley Deller (cheers). I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. But, sir, while we remember that Muggleton has given birth to a Dumkins and a Podder, let us never forget that Dingley Dell can boast a Luffey and a Struggles. (Vociferous cheering.) Let me not be considered as wishing to detract from the merits of the former gentlemen. Sir, I envy them the luxury of their own feelings on this occasion. (Cheers.) Every gentleman who hears me, is probably acquainted with the reply made by an individual, who--to use an ordinary figure of speech--"hung out" in a tub, to the emperor Alexander:--"if I were not Diogenes," said he, "I would be Alexander." I can well imagine these gentlemen to say, "If I were not Dumkins I would be Luffey; if I were not Podder I would be Struggles." (Enthusiasm.) But, gentlemen of Muggleton, is it in cricket alone that your fellow-townsmen stand pre- eminent? Have you never heard of Dumkins and determination? Have you never been taught to associate Podder with property? (Great applause.) Have you never, when struggling for your rights, your liberties, and your privileges, been reduced, if only for an instant, to misgiving and despair? And when you have been thus depressed, has not the name of Dumkins laid afresh within your breast the fire which had just gone out; and has not a word from that man lighted it again as brightly as if it had never expired? (Great cheering.) Gentlemen, I beg to surround with a rich halo of enthusiastic cheering the united names of "Dumkins and Podder."'

Here the little man ceased, and here the company commenced a raising of voices, and thumping of tables, which lasted with little intermission during the remainder of the evening. Other toasts were drunk. Mr. Luffey and Mr. Struggles, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Jingle, were, each in his turn, the subject of unqualified eulogium; and each in due course returned thanks for the honour.

Enthusiastic as we are in the noble cause to which we have devoted ourselves, we should have felt a sensation of pride which we cannot express, and a consciousness of having done something to merit immortality of which we are now deprived, could we have laid the faintest outline on these addresses before our ardent readers. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. By dint of patient investigation, we have been enabled to trace some characters bearing a faint resemblance to the names of the speakers; and we can only discern an entry of a song (supposed to have been sung by Mr. Jingle), in which the words 'bowl' 'sparkling' 'ruby' 'bright' and 'wine' are frequently repeated at short intervals. We fancy, too, that we can discern at the very end of the notes, some indistinct reference to 'broiled bones'; and then the words 'cold' 'without' occur: but as any hypothesis we could found upon them must necessarily rest upon mere conjecture, we are not disposed to indulge in any of the speculations to which they may give rise.

Português → We will therefore return to Mr. Tupman; merely adding that within some few minutes before twelve o'clock that night, the convocation of worthies of Dingley Dell and Muggleton were heard to sing, with great feeling and emphasis, the beautiful and pathetic national air of

'We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, Till daylight doth appear.'

CHAPTER VIII. Strongly Illustrative of the Position, That the Course of True Love Is Not a Railway

Português → The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object. The young ladies were pretty, their manners winning, their dispositions unexceptionable; but there was a dignity in the air, a touch-me-not- ishness in the walk, a majesty in the eye, of the spinster aunt, to which, at their time of life, they could lay no claim, which distinguished her from any female on whom Mr. Tupman had ever gazed. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Her name was the first that rose to Mr. Tupman's lips as he lay wounded on the grass; and her hysteric laughter was the first sound that fell upon his ear when he was supported to the house. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? These were the doubts which racked his brain as he lay extended on the sofa; these were the doubts which he determined should be at once and for ever resolved.

It was evening. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other.

'I have forgotten my flowers,' said the spinster aunt.

'Water them now,' said Mr. Tupman, in accents of persuasion.

'You will take cold in the evening air,' urged the spinster aunt affectionately.

'No, no,' said Mr. Tupman, rising; 'it will do me good. Let me accompany you.'

The lady paused to adjust the sling in which the left arm of the youth was placed, and taking his right arm led him to the garden.

There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders.

The spinster aunt took up a large watering-pot which lay in one corner, and was about to leave the arbour. Mr. Tupman detained her, and drew her to a seat beside him.

Português → 'Miss Wardle!' said he.

The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle.

'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Tupman, 'you are an angel.'

'Mr. Tupman!' exclaimed Rachael, blushing as red as the watering-pot itself.

'Nay,' said the eloquent Pickwickian--'I know it but too well.'

'All women are angels, they say,' murmured the lady playfully.

'Then what can you be; or to what, without presumption, can I compare you?' replied Mr. Tupman. 'Where was the woman ever seen who resembled you? Where else could I hope to find so rare a combination of excellence and beauty? Where else could I seek to--Oh!' Here Mr. Tupman paused, and pressed the hand which clasped the handle of the happy watering-pot.

The lady turned aside her head. 'Men are such deceivers,' she softly whispered.

'They are, they are,' ejaculated Mr. Tupman; 'but not all men. There lives at least one being who can never change--one being who would be content to devote his whole existence to your happiness--who lives but in your eyes--who breathes but in your smiles--who bears the heavy burden of life itself only for you.'

'Could such an individual be found--' said the lady.

'But he _can_ be found,' said the ardent Mr. Tupman, interposing. 'He _is_ found. He is here, Miss Wardle.' And ere the lady was aware of his intention, Mr. Tupman had sunk upon his knees at her feet.

'Mr. Tupman, rise,' said Rachael.

'Never!' was the valorous reply. 'Oh, Rachael!' He seized her passive hand, and the watering-pot fell to the ground as he pressed it to his lips.--'Oh, Rachael! say you love me.'

Português → 'Mr. Tupman,' said the spinster aunt, with averted head, 'I can hardly speak the words; but--but--you are not wholly indifferent to me.'

Mr. Tupman no sooner heard this avowal, than he proceeded to do what his enthusiastic emotions prompted, and what, for aught we know (for we are but little acquainted with such matters), people so circumstanced always do. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone--

'Mr. Tupman, we are observed!--we are discovered!'

Mr. Tupman looked round. There was the fat boy, perfectly motionless, with his large circular eyes staring into the arbour, but without the slightest expression on his face that the most expert physiognomist could have referred to astonishment, curiosity, or any other known passion that agitates the human breast. Mr. Tupman gazed on the fat boy, and the fat boy stared at him; and the longer Mr. Tupman observed the utter vacancy of the fat boy's countenance, the more convinced he became that he either did not know, or did not understand, anything that had been going forward. Under this impression, he said with great firmness--

'What do you want here, Sir?'

'Supper's ready, sir,' was the prompt reply.

'Have you just come here, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, with a piercing look.

'Just,' replied the fat boy.

Mr. Tupman looked at him very hard again; but there was not a wink in his eye, or a curve in his face.

Mr. Tupman took the arm of the spinster aunt, and walked towards the house; the fat boy followed behind.

'He knows nothing of what has happened,' he whispered.

'Nothing,' said the spinster aunt.

There was a sound behind them, as of an imperfectly suppressed chuckle. Mr. Tupman turned sharply round. No; it could not have been the fat boy; there was not a gleam of mirth, or anything but feeding in his whole visage.

Português → 'He must have been fast asleep,' whispered Mr. Tupman.

'I have not the least doubt of it,' replied the spinster aunt.

They both laughed heartily.

Mr. Tupman was wrong. The fat boy, for once, had not been fast asleep. He was awake--wide awake--to what had been going forward.

The supper passed off without any attempt at a general conversation. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object-- possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass.

Eleven--twelve--one o'clock had struck, and the gentlemen had not arrived. Consternation sat on every face. Could they have been waylaid and robbed? Should they send men and lanterns in every direction by which they could be supposed likely to have travelled home? or should they--Hark! there they were. What could have made them so late? A strange voice, too! To whom could it belong? They rushed into the kitchen, whither the truants had repaired, and at once obtained rather more than a glimmering of the real state of the case.

Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face.

'Is anything the matter?' inquired the three ladies.

'Nothing the matter,' replied Mr. Pickwick. 'We--we're--all right.--I say, Wardle, we're all right, ain't we?'

'I should think so,' replied the jolly host.--'My dears, here's my friend Mr. Jingle--Mr. Pickwick's friend, Mr. Jingle, come 'pon--little visit.'

Português → 'Is anything the matter with Mr. Snodgrass, Sir?' inquired Emily, with great anxiety.

'Nothing the matter, ma'am,' replied the stranger. 'Cricket dinner-- glorious party--capital songs--old port--claret--good--very good--wine, ma'am--wine.'

'It wasn't the wine,' murmured Mr. Snodgrass, in a broken voice. 'It was the salmon.' (Somehow or other, it never is the wine, in these cases.)

'Hadn't they better go to bed, ma'am?' inquired Emma. 'Two of the boys will carry the gentlemen upstairs.'

'I won't go to bed,' said Mr. Winkle firmly.

'No living boy shall carry me,' said Mr. Pickwick stoutly; and he went on smiling as before.

'Hurrah!' gasped Mr. Winkle faintly.

'Hurrah!' echoed Mr. Pickwick, taking off his hat and dashing it on the floor, and insanely casting his spectacles into the middle of the kitchen. At this humorous feat he laughed outright.

'Let's--have--'nother--bottle,' cried Mr. Winkle, commencing in a very loud key, and ending in a very faint one. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified.

'What a shocking scene!' said the spinster aunt.

'Dis-gusting!' ejaculated both the young ladies.

'Dreadful--dreadful!' said Jingle, looking very grave: he was about a bottle and a half ahead of any of his companions. 'Horrid spectacle-- very!'

Português → 'What a nice man!' whispered the spinster aunt to Mr. Tupman.

'Good-looking, too!' whispered Emily Wardle.

'Oh, decidedly,' observed the spinster aunt.

Mr. Tupman thought of the widow at Rochester, and his mind was troubled. The succeeding half-hour's conversation was not of a nature to calm his perturbed spirit. The new visitor was very talkative, and the number of his anecdotes was only to be exceeded by the extent of his politeness. Mr. Tupman felt that as Jingle's popularity increased, he (Tupman) retired further into the shade. His laughter was forced--his merriment feigned; and when at last he laid his aching temples between the sheets, he thought, with horrid delight, on the satisfaction it would afford him to have Jingle's head at that moment between the feather bed and the mattress.

The indefatigable stranger rose betimes next morning, and, although his companions remained in bed overpowered with the dissipation of the previous night, exerted himself most successfully to promote the hilarity of the breakfast-table. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided.

It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house.

The old lady was very precise and very particular; and as this ceremony had been observed for three successive summers without the slightest deviation from the accustomed form, she was not a little surprised on this particular morning to see the fat boy, instead of leaving the arbour, walk a few paces out of it, look carefully round him in every direction, and return towards her with great stealth and an air of the most profound mystery.

The old lady was timorous--most old ladies are--and her first impression was that the bloated lad was about to do her some grievous bodily harm with the view of possessing himself of her loose coin. She would have cried for assistance, but age and infirmity had long ago deprived her of the power of screaming; she, therefore, watched his motions with feelings of intense horror which were in no degree diminished by his coming close up to her, and shouting in her ear in an agitated, and as it seemed to her, a threatening tone--

Português → 'Missus!'

Now it so happened that Mr. Jingle was walking in the garden close to the arbour at that moment. He too heard the shouts of 'Missus,' and stopped to hear more. There were three reasons for his doing so. In the first place, he was idle and curious; secondly, he was by no means scrupulous; thirdly, and lastly, he was concealed from view by some flowering shrubs. So there he stood, and there he listened.

'Missus!' shouted the fat boy.

'Well, Joe,' said the trembling old lady. 'I'm sure I have been a good mistress to you, Joe. You have invariably been treated very kindly. You have never had too much to do; and you have always had enough to eat.'

This last was an appeal to the fat boy's most sensitive feelings. He seemed touched, as he replied emphatically--

'I knows I has.'

'Then what can you want to do now?' said the old lady, gaining courage.

'I wants to make your flesh creep,' replied the boy.

This sounded like a very bloodthirsty mode of showing one's gratitude; and as the old lady did not precisely understand the process by which such a result was to be attained, all her former horrors returned.

'What do you think I see in this very arbour last night?' inquired the boy.

'Bless us! What?' exclaimed the old lady, alarmed at the solemn manner of the corpulent youth.

'The strange gentleman--him as had his arm hurt--a-kissin' and huggin'-- '

Português → 'Who, Joe? None of the servants, I hope.'

Worser than that,' roared the fat boy, in the old lady's ear.

'Not one of my grandda'aters?'

'Worser than that.'

'Worse than that, Joe!' said the old lady, who had thought this the extreme limit of human atrocity. 'Who was it, Joe? I insist upon knowing.'

The fat boy looked cautiously round, and having concluded his survey, shouted in the old lady's ear--

'Miss Rachael.'

'What!' said the old lady, in a shrill tone. 'Speak louder.'

'Miss Rachael,' roared the fat boy.

'My da'ater!'

The train of nods which the fat boy gave by way of assent, communicated a blanc-mange like motion to his fat cheeks.

'And she suffered him!' exclaimed the old lady. A grin stole over the fat boy's features as he said--

'I see her a-kissin' of him agin.'

If Mr. Jingle, from his place of concealment, could have beheld the expression which the old lady's face assumed at this communication, the probability is that a sudden burst of laughter would have betrayed his close vicinity to the summer-house. He listened attentively. Fragments of angry sentences such as, 'Without my permission!'--'At her time of life'--'Miserable old 'ooman like me'--'Might have waited till I was dead,' and so forth, reached his ears; and then he heard the heels of the fat boy's boots crunching the gravel, as he retired and left the old lady alone.

Português → It was a remarkable coincidence perhaps, but it was nevertheless a fact, that Mr. Jingle within five minutes of his arrival at Manor Farm on the preceding night, had inwardly resolved to lay siege to the heart of the spinster aunt, without delay. He had observation enough to see, that his off-hand manner was by no means disagreeable to the fair object of his attack; and he had more than a strong suspicion that she possessed that most desirable of all requisites, a small independence. The imperative necessity of ousting his rival by some means or other, flashed quickly upon him, and he immediately resolved to adopt certain proceedings tending to that end and object, without a moment's delay. Fielding tells us that man is fire, and woman tow, and the Prince of Darkness sets a light to 'em. Mr. Jingle knew that young men, to spinster aunts, are as lighted gas to gunpowder, and he determined to essay the effect of an explosion without loss of time.

Full of reflections upon this important decision, he crept from his place of concealment, and, under cover of the shrubs before mentioned, approached the house. Fortune seemed determined to favour his design. Mr. Tupman and the rest of the gentlemen left the garden by the side gate just as he obtained a view of it; and the young ladies, he knew, had walked out alone, soon after breakfast. The coast was clear.

The breakfast-parlour door was partially open. He peeped in. The spinster aunt was knitting. He coughed; she looked up and smiled. Hesitation formed no part of Mr. Alfred Jingle's character. He laid his finger on his lips mysteriously, walked in, and closed the door.

'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Jingle, with affected earnestness, 'forgive intrusion--short acquaintance--no time for ceremony--all discovered.'

'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity.

'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation.

'I presume you allude to Joseph, Sir?' said the lady, making an effort to appear composed.

'Yes, ma'am--damn that Joe!--treacherous dog, Joe--told the old lady-- old lady furious--wild--raving--arbour--Tupman--kissing and hugging--all that sort of thing--eh, ma'am--eh?'

Português → 'Mr. Jingle,' said the spinster aunt, 'if you come here, Sir, to insult me--'

'Not at all--by no means,' replied the unabashed Mr. Jingle--'overheard the tale--came to warn you of your danger--tender my services--prevent the hubbub. Never mind--think it an insult--leave the room'--and he turned, as if to carry the threat into execution.

'What _shall_ I do!' said the poor spinster, bursting into tears. 'My brother will be furious.'

'Of course he will,' said Mr. Jingle pausing--'outrageous.'

Oh, Mr. Jingle, what _can_ I say!' exclaimed the spinster aunt, in another flood of despair.

'Say he dreamt it,' replied Mr. Jingle coolly.

A ray of comfort darted across the mind of the spinster aunt at this suggestion. Mr. Jingle perceived it, and followed up his advantage.

'Pooh, pooh!--nothing more easy--blackguard boy--lovely woman--fat boy horsewhipped--you believed--end of the matter--all comfortable.'

Whether the probability of escaping from the consequences of this ill- timed discovery was delightful to the spinster's feelings, or whether the hearing herself described as a 'lovely woman' softened the asperity of her grief, we know not. She blushed slightly, and cast a grateful look on Mr. Jingle.

That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them.

Português → 'You seem unhappy, Mr. Jingle,' said the lady, in a plaintive voice. 'May I show my gratitude for your kind interference, by inquiring into the cause, with a view, if possible, to its removal?'

'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Miss Wardle--farewell!' At the conclusion of this address, the most consecutive he was ever known to utter, Mr. Jingle applied to his eyes the remnant of a handkerchief before noticed, and turned towards the door.

'Stay, Mr. Jingle!' said the spinster aunt emphatically. 'You have made an allusion to Mr. Tupman--explain it.'

'Never!' exclaimed Jingle, with a professional (i.e., theatrical) air. 'Never!' and, by way of showing that he had no desire to be questioned further, he drew a chair close to that of the spinster aunt and sat down.

'Mr. Jingle,' said the aunt, 'I entreat--I implore you, if there is any dreadful mystery connected with Mr. Tupman, reveal it.'

'Can I,' said Mr. Jingle, fixing his eyes on the aunt's face--'can I see--lovely creature--sacrificed at the shrine--heartless avarice!' He appeared to be struggling with various conflicting emotions for a few seconds, and then said in a low voice-- 'Tupman only wants your money.'

'The wretch!' exclaimed the spinster, with energetic indignation. (Mr. Jingle's doubts were resolved. She _had_ money.)

'More than that,' said Jingle--'loves another.'

'Another!' ejaculated the spinster. 'Who?'

Short girl--black eyes--niece Emily.'

Português → There was a pause.

Now, if there was one individual in the whole world, of whom the spinster aunt entertained a mortal and deep-rooted jealousy, it was this identical niece. The colour rushed over her face and neck, and she tossed her head in silence with an air of ineffable contempt. At last, biting her thin lips, and bridling up, she said--

'It can't be. I won't believe it.'

'Watch 'em,' said Jingle.

'I will,' said the aunt.

'Watch his looks.'

'I will.'

'His whispers.'

'I will.'

'He'll sit next her at table.'

'Let him.'

'He'll flatter her.'

'Let him.'

'He'll pay her every possible attention.'

'Let him.'

'And he'll cut you.'

Português → 'Cut _me_!' screamed the spinster aunt. '_he_ cut _me_; will he!' and she trembled with rage and disappointment.

'You will convince yourself?' said Jingle.

'I will.'

'You'll show your spirit?'

'I will.'

You'll not have him afterwards?'

'Never.'

'You'll take somebody else?'

Yes.'

'You shall.'

Mr. Jingle fell on his knees, remained thereupon for five minutes thereafter; and rose the accepted lover of the spinster aunt-- conditionally upon Mr. Tupman's perjury being made clear and manifest.

The burden of proof lay with Mr. Alfred Jingle; and he produced his evidence that very day at dinner. The spinster aunt could hardly believe her eyes. Mr. Tracy Tupman was established at Emily's side, ogling, whispering, and smiling, in opposition to Mr. Snodgrass. Not a word, not a look, not a glance, did he bestow upon his heart's pride of the evening before.

'Damn that boy!' thought old Mr. Wardle to himself.--He had heard the story from his mother. 'Damn that boy! He must have been asleep. It's all imagination.'

Português → 'Traitor!' thought the spinster aunt. 'Dear Mr. Jingle was not deceiving me. Ugh! how I hate the wretch!'

The following conversation may serve to explain to our readers this apparently unaccountable alteration of deportment on the part of Mr. Tracy Tupman.

The time was evening; the scene the garden. There were two figures walking in a side path; one was rather short and stout; the other tall and slim. They were Mr. Tupman and Mr. Jingle. The stout figure commenced the dialogue.

'How did I do it?' he inquired.

'Splendid--capital--couldn't act better myself--you must repeat the part to-morrow--every evening till further notice.'

'Does Rachael still wish it?'

'Of course--she don't like it--but must be done--avert suspicion--afraid of her brother--says there's no help for it--only a few days more--when old folks blinded--crown your happiness.'

'Any message?'

'Love--best love--kindest regards--unalterable affection. Can I say anything for you?'

'My dear fellow,' replied the unsuspicious Mr. Tupman, fervently grasping his 'friend's' hand--'carry my best love--say how hard I find it to dissemble--say anything that's kind: but add how sensible I am of the necessity of the suggestion she made to me, through you, this morning. Say I applaud her wisdom and admire her discretion.'

Português → I will. Anything more?'

'Nothing, only add how ardently I long for the time when I may call her mine, and all dissimulation may be unnecessary.'

'Certainly, certainly. Anything more?'

'Oh, my friend!' said poor Mr. Tupman, again grasping the hand of his companion, 'receive my warmest thanks for your disinterested kindness; and forgive me if I have ever, even in thought, done you the injustice of supposing that you could stand in my way. My dear friend, can I ever repay you?'

'Don't talk of it,' replied Mr. Jingle. He stopped short, as if suddenly recollecting something, and said--'By the bye--can't spare ten pounds, can you?--very particular purpose--pay you in three days.'

'I dare say I can,' replied Mr. Tupman, in the fulness of his heart. 'Three days, you say?'

'Only three days--all over then--no more difficulties.' Mr. Tupman counted the money into his companion's hand, and he dropped it piece by piece into his pocket, as they walked towards the house.

'Be careful,' said Mr. Jingle--'not a look.'

'Not a wink,' said Mr. Tupman.

Português → 'Not a syllable.'

'Not a whisper.'

'All your attentions to the niece--rather rude, than otherwise, to the aunt--only way of deceiving the old ones.'

'I'll take care,' said Mr. Tupman aloud.

'And _I'll_ take care,' said Mr. Jingle internally; and they entered the house.

The scene of that afternoon was repeated that evening, and on the three afternoons and evenings next ensuing. On the fourth, the host was in high spirits, for he had satisfied himself that there was no ground for the charge against Mr. Tupman. So was Mr. Tupman, for Mr. Jingle had told him that his affair would soon be brought to a crisis. So was Mr. Pickwick, for he was seldom otherwise. So was not Mr. Snodgrass, for he had grown jealous of Mr. Tupman. So was the old lady, for she had been winning at whist. So were Mr. Jingle and Miss Wardle, for reasons of sufficient importance in this eventful history to be narrated in another chapter.

CHAPTER IX. A Discovery and a Chase

Português → The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours.

'Where's Rachael?' said Mr. Wardle.

'Ay, and Jingle?' added Mr. Pickwick.

'Dear me,' said the host, 'I wonder I haven't missed him before. Why, I don't think I've heard his voice for two hours at least. Emily, my dear, ring the bell.'

The bell was rung, and the fat boy appeared.

'Where's Miss Rachael?' He couldn't say.

'Where's Mr. Jingle, then?' He didn't know. Everybody looked surprised. It was late--past eleven o'clock. Mr. Tupman laughed in his sleeve. They were loitering somewhere, talking about him. Ha, ha! capital notion that--funny.

'Never mind,' said Wardle, after a short pause. 'They'll turn up presently, I dare say. I never wait supper for anybody.'

'Excellent rule, that,' said Mr. Pickwick--'admirable.'

'Pray, sit down,' said the host.

'Certainly' said Mr. Pickwick; and down they sat.

There was a gigantic round of cold beef on the table, and Mr. Pickwick was supplied with a plentiful portion of it. He had raised his fork to his lips, and was on the very point of opening his mouth for the reception of a piece of beef, when the hum of many voices suddenly arose in the kitchen. He paused, and laid down his fork. Mr. Wardle paused too, and insensibly released his hold of the carving-knife, which remained inserted in the beef. He looked at Mr. Pickwick. Mr. Pickwick looked at him.

Português → Heavy footsteps were heard in the passage; the parlour door was suddenly burst open; and the man who had cleaned Mr. Pickwick's boots on his first arrival, rushed into the room, followed by the fat boy and all the domestics.

'What the devil's the meaning of this?' exclaimed the host.

'The kitchen chimney ain't a-fire, is it, Emma?' inquired the old lady.

'Lor, grandma! No,' screamed both the young ladies.

'What's the matter?' roared the master of the house.

The man gasped for breath, and faintly ejaculated--

'They ha' gone, mas'r!--gone right clean off, Sir!' (At this juncture Mr. Tupman was observed to lay down his knife and fork, and to turn very pale.)

'Who's gone?' said Mr. Wardle fiercely.

'Mus'r Jingle and Miss Rachael, in a po'-chay, from Blue Lion, Muggleton. I was there; but I couldn't stop 'em; so I run off to tell 'ee.'

'I paid his expenses!' said Mr. Tupman, jumping up frantically. 'He's got ten pounds of mine!--stop him!--he's swindled me!--I won't bear it!- -I'll have justice, Pickwick!--I won't stand it!' and with sundry incoherent exclamations of the like nature, the unhappy gentleman spun round and round the apartment, in a transport of frenzy.

'Lord preserve us!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, eyeing the extraordinary gestures of his friend with terrified surprise. 'He's gone mad! What shall we do?'

Do!' said the stout old host, who regarded only the last words of the sentence. 'Put the horse in the gig! I'll get a chaise at the Lion, and follow 'em instantly. Where?'--he exclaimed, as the man ran out to execute the commission--'where's that villain, Joe?'

Português → 'Here I am! but I hain't a willin,' replied a voice. It was the fat boy's.

'Let me get at him, Pickwick,' cried Wardle, as he rushed at the ill- starred youth. 'He was bribed by that scoundrel, Jingle, to put me on a wrong scent, by telling a cock-and-bull story of my sister and your friend Tupman!' (Here Mr. Tupman sank into a chair.) 'Let me get at him!'

'Don't let him!' screamed all the women, above whose exclamations the blubbering of the fat boy was distinctly audible.

'I won't be held!' cried the old man. 'Mr. Winkle, take your hands off. Mr. Pickwick, let me go, sir!'

It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. He had no sooner released his hold, than the man entered to announce that the gig was ready.

'Don't let him go alone!' screamed the females. 'He'll kill somebody!'

'I'll go with him,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'You're a good fellow, Pickwick,' said the host, grasping his hand. 'Emma, give Mr. Pickwick a shawl to tie round his neck--make haste. Look after your grandmother, girls; she has fainted away. Now then, are you ready?'

Mr. Pickwick's mouth and chin having been hastily enveloped in a large shawl, his hat having been put on his head, and his greatcoat thrown over his arm, he replied in the affirmative.

Português → They jumped into the gig. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment.

'How much are they ahead?' shouted Wardle, as they drove up to the door of the Blue Lion, round which a little crowd had collected, late as it was.

'Not above three-quarters of an hour,' was everybody's reply.

'Chaise-and-four directly!--out with 'em! Put up the gig afterwards.'

'Now, boys!' cried the landlord--'chaise-and-four out--make haste--look alive there!'

Away ran the hostlers and the boys. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle.

'Now then!--is that chaise coming out to-night?' cried Wardle.

'Coming down the yard now, Sir,' replied the hostler.

Out came the chaise--in went the horses--on sprang the boys--in got the travellers.

'Mind--the seven-mile stage in less than half an hour!' shouted Wardle.

'Off with you!'

The boys applied whip and spur, the waiters shouted, the hostlers cheered, and away they went, fast and furiously.

'Pretty situation,' thought Mr. Pickwick, when he had had a moment's time for reflection. 'Pretty situation for the general chairman of the Pickwick Club. Damp chaise--strange horses--fifteen miles an hour--and twelve o'clock at night!'

Português → For the first three or four miles, not a word was spoken by either of the gentlemen, each being too much immersed in his own reflections to address any observations to his companion. When they had gone over that much ground, however, and the horses getting thoroughly warmed began to do their work in really good style, Mr. Pickwick became too much exhilarated with the rapidity of the motion, to remain any longer perfectly mute.

'We're sure to catch them, I think,' said he.

'Hope so,' replied his companion.

'Fine night,' said Mr. Pickwick, looking up at the moon, which was shining brightly.

'So much the worse,' returned Wardle; 'for they'll have had all the advantage of the moonlight to get the start of us, and we shall lose it. It will have gone down in another hour.'

'It will be rather unpleasant going at this rate in the dark, won't it?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'I dare say it will,' replied his friend dryly.

Mr. Pickwick's temporary excitement began to sober down a little, as he reflected upon the inconveniences and dangers of the expedition in which he had so thoughtlessly embarked. He was roused by a loud shouting of the post-boy on the leader.

'Yo-yo-yo-yo-yoe!' went the first boy.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' went the second.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' chimed in old Wardle himself, most lustily, with his head and half his body out of the coach window.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' shouted Mr. Pickwick, taking up the burden of the cry, though he had not the slightest notion of its meaning or object. And amidst the yo-yoing of the whole four, the chaise stopped.

'What's the matter?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'There's a gate here,' replied old Wardle. 'We shall hear something of the fugitives.'

Português → After a lapse of five minutes, consumed in incessant knocking and shouting, an old man in his shirt and trousers emerged from the turnpike-house, and opened the gate.

'How long is it since a post-chaise went through here?' inquired Mr. Wardle.

'How long?'

'Ah!'

'Why, I don't rightly know. It worn't a long time ago, nor it worn't a short time ago--just between the two, perhaps.'

'Has any chaise been by at all?'

'Oh, yes, there's been a chay by.'

'How long ago, my friend,' interposed Mr. Pickwick; 'an hour?'

'Ah, I dare say it might be,' replied the man.

'Or two hours?' inquired the post--boy on the wheeler.

'Well, I shouldn't wonder if it was,' returned the old man doubtfully.

'Drive on, boys,' cried the testy old gentleman; 'don't waste any more time with that old idiot!'

'Idiot!' exclaimed the old man with a grin, as he stood in the middle of the road with the gate half-closed, watching the chaise which rapidly diminished in the increasing distance. 'No--not much o' that either; you've lost ten minutes here, and gone away as wise as you came, arter all. If every man on the line as has a guinea give him, earns it half as well, you won't catch t'other chay this side Mich'lmas, old short-and- fat.' And with another prolonged grin, the old man closed the gate, re- entered his house, and bolted the door after him.

Meanwhile the chaise proceeded, without any slackening of pace, towards the conclusion of the stage. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Mr. Pickwick drew his coat closer about him, coiled himself more snugly up into the corner of the chaise, and fell into a sound sleep, from which he was only awakened by the stopping of the vehicle, the sound of the hostler's bell, and a loud cry of 'Horses on directly!'

Português → But here another delay occurred. The boys were sleeping with such mysterious soundness, that it took five minutes a-piece to wake them. The hostler had somehow or other mislaid the key of the stable, and even when that was found, two sleepy helpers put the wrong harness on the wrong horses, and the whole process of harnessing had to be gone through afresh. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties.

They resumed their journey; and certainly the prospect before them was by no means encouraging. The stage was fifteen miles long, the night was dark, the wind high, and the rain pouring in torrents. It was impossible to make any great way against such obstacles united; it was hard upon one o'clock already; and nearly two hours were consumed in getting to the end of the stage. Here, however, an object presented itself, which rekindled their hopes, and reanimated their drooping spirits.

'When did this chaise come in?' cried old Wardle, leaping out of his own vehicle, and pointing to one covered with wet mud, which was standing in the yard.

'Not a quarter of an hour ago, sir,' replied the hostler, to whom the question was addressed.

'Lady and gentleman?' inquired Wardle, almost breathless with impatience.

'Yes, sir.'

'Tall gentleman--dress-coat--long legs--thin body?'

'Yes, sir.'

'Elderly lady--thin face--rather skinny--eh?'

'Yes, sir.'

'By heavens, it's the couple, Pickwick,' exclaimed the old gentleman.

'Would have been here before,' said the hostler, 'but they broke a trace.'

Português → ''Tis them!' said Wardle, 'it is, by Jove! Chaise-and-four instantly! We shall catch them yet before they reach the next stage. A guinea a-piece, boys-be alive there--bustle about--there's good fellows.'

And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey.

'Jump in--jump in!' cried old Wardle, climbing into the chaise, pulling up the steps, and slamming the door after him. 'Come along! Make haste!' And before Mr. Pickwick knew precisely what he was about, he felt himself forced in at the other door, by one pull from the old gentleman and one push from the hostler; and off they were again.

'Ah! we are moving now,' said the old gentleman exultingly. They were indeed, as was sufficiently testified to Mr. Pickwick, by his constant collision either with the hard wood-work of the chaise, or the body of his companion.

'Hold up!' said the stout old Mr. Wardle, as Mr. Pickwick dived head foremost into his capacious waistcoat.

'I never did feel such a jolting in my life,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Never mind,' replied his companion, 'it will soon be over. Steady, steady.'

Mr. Pickwick planted himself into his own corner, as firmly as he could; and on whirled the chaise faster than ever.

They had travelled in this way about three miles, when Mr. Wardle, who had been looking out of the Window for two or three minutes, suddenly drew in his face, covered with splashes, and exclaimed in breathless eagerness--

Português → 'Here they are!'

Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of his window. Yes: there was a chaise- and-four, a short distance before them, dashing along at full gallop.

'Go on, go on,' almost shrieked the old gentleman. 'Two guineas a-piece, boys--don't let 'em gain on us--keep it up--keep it up.'

The horses in the first chaise started on at their utmost speed; and those in Mr. Wardle's galloped furiously behind them.

'I see his head,' exclaimed the choleric old man; 'damme, I see his head.'

'So do I' said Mr. Pickwick; 'that's he.'

Mr. Pickwick was not mistaken. The countenance of Mr. Jingle, completely coated with mud thrown up by the wheels, was plainly discernible at the window of his chaise; and the motion of his arm, which was waving violently towards the postillions, denoted that he was encouraging them to increased exertion.

The interest was intense. Fields, trees, and hedges, seemed to rush past them with the velocity of a whirlwind, so rapid was the pace at which they tore along. They were close by the side of the first chaise. Jingle's voice could be plainly heard, even above the din of the wheels, urging on the boys. Old Mr. Wardle foamed with rage and excitement. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind.

Mr. Pickwick had just drawn in his head, and Mr. Wardle, exhausted with shouting, had done the same, when a tremendous jolt threw them forward against the front of the vehicle. There was a sudden bump--a loud crash- -away rolled a wheel, and over went the chaise.

Português → After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view.

Old Mr. Wardle without a hat, and his clothes torn in several places, stood by his side, and the fragments of the chaise lay scattered at their feet. The post-boys, who had succeeded in cutting the traces, were standing, disfigured with mud and disordered by hard riding, by the horses' heads. About a hundred yards in advance was the other chaise, which had pulled up on hearing the crash. The postillions, each with a broad grin convulsing his countenance, were viewing the adverse party from their saddles, and Mr. Jingle was contemplating the wreck from the coach window, with evident satisfaction. The day was just breaking, and the whole scene was rendered perfectly visible by the grey light of the morning.

'Hollo!' shouted the shameless Jingle, 'anybody damaged?--elderly gentlemen--no light weights--dangerous work--very.'

'You're a rascal,' roared Wardle.

'Ha! ha!' replied Jingle; and then he added, with a knowing wink, and a jerk of the thumb towards the interior of the chaise--'I say--she's very well--desires her compliments--begs you won't trouble yourself--love to _Tuppy_--won't you get up behind?--drive on, boys.'

The postillions resumed their proper attitudes, and away rattled the chaise, Mr. Jingle fluttering in derision a white handkerchief from the coach window.

Português → Nothing in the whole adventure, not even the upset, had disturbed the calm and equable current of Mr. Pickwick's temper. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. He drew his breath hard, and coloured up to the very tips of his spectacles, as he said, slowly and emphatically--

'If ever I meet that man again, I'll--'

'Yes, yes,' interrupted Wardle, 'that's all very well; but while we stand talking here, they'll get their licence, and be married in London.'

Mr. Pickwick paused, bottled up his vengeance, and corked it down. 'How far is it to the next stage?' inquired Mr. Wardle, of one of the boys.

'Six mile, ain't it, Tom?'

'Rayther better.'

'Rayther better nor six mile, Sir.'

'Can't be helped,' said Wardle, 'we must walk it, Pickwick.'

'No help for it,' replied that truly great man.

So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down.

CHAPTER X. Clearing Up All Doubts (if Any Existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. a. Jingle's Character

Português → There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. The reader would look in vain for any of these ancient hostelries, among the Golden Crosses and Bull and Mouths, which rear their stately fronts in the improved streets of London. If he would light upon any of these old places, he must direct his steps to the obscurer quarters of the town, and there in some secluded nooks he will find several, still standing with a kind of gloomy sturdiness, amidst the modern innovations which surround them.

In the Borough especially, there still remain some half-dozen old inns, which have preserved their external features unchanged, and which have escaped alike the rage for public improvement and the encroachments of private speculation. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side.

It was in the yard of one of these inns--of no less celebrated a one than the White Hart--that a man was busily employed in brushing the dirt off a pair of boots, early on the morning succeeding the events narrated in the last chapter. He was habited in a coarse, striped waistcoat, with black calico sleeves, and blue glass buttons; drab breeches and leggings. A bright red handkerchief was wound in a very loose and unstudied style round his neck, and an old white hat was carelessly thrown on one side of his head. There were two rows of boots before him, one cleaned and the other dirty, and at every addition he made to the clean row, he paused from his work, and contemplated its results with evident satisfaction.

Português → The yard presented none of that bustle and activity which are the usual characteristics of a large coach inn. Three or four lumbering wagons, each with a pile of goods beneath its ample canopy, about the height of the second-floor window of an ordinary house, were stowed away beneath a lofty roof which extended over one end of the yard; and another, which was probably to commence its journey that morning, was drawn out into the open space. A double tier of bedroom galleries, with old clumsy balustrades, ran round two sides of the straggling area, and a double row of bells to correspond, sheltered from the weather by a little sloping roof, hung over the door leading to the bar and coffee-room. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. When we add that a few boys in smock-frocks were lying asleep on heavy packages, wool-packs, and other articles that were scattered about on heaps of straw, we have described as fully as need be the general appearance of the yard of the White Hart Inn, High Street, Borough, on the particular morning in question.

A loud ringing of one of the bells was followed by the appearance of a smart chambermaid in the upper sleeping gallery, who, after tapping at one of the doors, and receiving a request from within, called over the balustrades--

'Sam!'

'Hollo,' replied the man with the white hat.

'Number twenty-two wants his boots.'

'Ask number twenty-two, vether he'll have 'em now, or vait till he gets 'em,' was the reply.

'Come, don't be a fool, Sam,' said the girl coaxingly, 'the gentleman wants his boots directly.'

'Well, you _are_ a nice young 'ooman for a musical party, you are,' said the boot-cleaner. 'Look at these here boots--eleven pair o' boots; and one shoe as belongs to number six, with the wooden leg. The eleven boots is to be called at half-past eight and the shoe at nine. Who's number twenty-two, that's to put all the others out? No, no; reg'lar rotation, as Jack Ketch said, ven he tied the men up. Sorry to keep you a-waitin', Sir, but I'll attend to you directly.'

Português → Saying which, the man in the white hat set to work upon a top-boot with increased assiduity.

There was another loud ring; and the bustling old landlady of the White Hart made her appearance in the opposite gallery.

'Sam,' cried the landlady, 'where's that lazy, idle--why, Sam--oh, there you are; why don't you answer?'

'Vouldn't be gen-teel to answer, till you'd done talking,' replied Sam gruffly.

'Here, clean these shoes for number seventeen directly, and take 'em to private sitting-room, number five, first floor.'

The landlady flung a pair of lady's shoes into the yard, and bustled away.

'Number five,' said Sam, as he picked up the shoes, and taking a piece of chalk from his pocket, made a memorandum of their destination on the soles--'Lady's shoes and private sittin'-room! I suppose she didn't come in the vagin.'

'She came in early this morning,' cried the girl, who was still leaning over the railing of the gallery, 'with a gentleman in a hackney-coach, and it's him as wants his boots, and you'd better do 'em, that's all about it.'

Português → 'Vy didn't you say so before,' said Sam, with great indignation, singling out the boots in question from the heap before him. 'For all I know'd he was one o' the regular threepennies. Private room! and a lady too! If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.'

Stimulated by this inspiring reflection, Mr. Samuel brushed away with such hearty good-will, that in a few minutes the boots and shoes, with a polish which would have struck envy to the soul of the amiable Mr. Warren (for they used Day & Martin at the White Hart), had arrived at the door of number five.

'Come in,' said a man's voice, in reply to Sam's rap at the door. Sam made his best bow, and stepped into the presence of a lady and gentleman seated at breakfast. Having officiously deposited the gentleman's boots right and left at his feet, and the lady's shoes right and left at hers, he backed towards the door.

'Boots,' said the gentleman.

'Sir,' said Sam, closing the door, and keeping his hand on the knob of the lock.

'Do you know--what's a-name--Doctors' Commons?'

'Yes, Sir.'

'Where is it?'

Português → 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.'

'Touts for licences!' said the gentleman.

'Touts for licences,' replied Sam. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.'

'What do they do?' inquired the gentleman.

'Do! You, Sir! That ain't the worst on it, neither. They puts things into old gen'l'm'n's heads as they never dreamed of. My father, Sir, wos a coachman. A widower he wos, and fat enough for anything--uncommon fat, to be sure. His missus dies, and leaves him four hundred pound. Down he goes to the Commons, to see the lawyer and draw the blunt--very smart-- top boots on--nosegay in his button-hole--broad-brimmed tile--green shawl--quite the gen'l'm'n. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. "Pray take a seat, vile I makes out the affidavit, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Thank'ee, Sir," says my father, and down he sat, and stared with all his eyes, and his mouth vide open, at the names on the boxes. "What's your name, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Tony Weller," says my father.--"Parish?" says the lawyer. "Belle Savage," says my father; for he stopped there wen he drove up, and he know'd nothing about parishes, he didn't.--"And what's the lady's name?" says the lawyer. My father was struck all of a heap. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. I des-say--I never said nothing to her, but she'll have me, I know." The licence was made out, and she _did_ have him, and what's more she's got him now; and I never had any of the four hundred pound, worse luck. Beg your pardon, sir,' said Sam, when he had concluded, 'but wen I gets on this here grievance, I runs on like a new barrow with the wheel greased.' Having said which, and having paused for an instant to see whether he was wanted for anything more, Sam left the room.

Português → 'Half-past nine--just the time--off at once;' said the gentleman, whom we need hardly introduce as Mr. Jingle.

'Time--for what?' said the spinster aunt coquettishly.

'Licence, dearest of angels--give notice at the church--call you mine, to-morrow'--said Mr. Jingle, and he squeezed the spinster aunt's hand.

'The licence!' said Rachael, blushing.

'The licence,' repeated Mr. Jingle--

'In hurry, post-haste for a licence, In hurry, ding dong I come back.'

'How you run on,' said Rachael.

'Run on--nothing to the hours, days, weeks, months, years, when we're united--run on--they'll fly on--bolt--mizzle--steam-engine--thousand- horse power--nothing to it.'

'Can't--can't we be married before to-morrow morning?' inquired Rachael.

'Impossible--can't be--notice at the church--leave the licence to-day-- ceremony come off to-morrow.'

Português → I am so terrified, lest my brother should discover us!' said Rachael.

'Discover--nonsense--too much shaken by the break-down--besides--extreme caution--gave up the post-chaise--walked on--took a hackney-coach--came to the Borough--last place in the world that he'd look in--ha! ha!-- capital notion that--very.'

'Don't be long,' said the spinster affectionately, as Mr. Jingle stuck the pinched-up hat on his head.

'Long away from you?--Cruel charmer,' and Mr. Jingle skipped playfully up to the spinster aunt, imprinted a chaste kiss upon her lips, and danced out of the room.

'Dear man!' said the spinster, as the door closed after him.

'Rum old girl,' said Mr. Jingle, as he walked down the passage.

It is painful to reflect upon the perfidy of our species; and we will not, therefore, pursue the thread of Mr. Jingle's meditations, as he wended his way to Doctors' Commons. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough.

Português → He was yet on his way to the White Hart, when two plump gentleman and one thin one entered the yard, and looked round in search of some authorised person of whom they could make a few inquiries. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced.

'My friend,' said the thin gentleman.

'You're one o' the adwice gratis order,' thought Sam, 'or you wouldn't be so wery fond o' me all at once.' But he only said--'Well, Sir.'

'My friend,' said the thin gentleman, with a conciliatory hem--'have you got many people stopping here now? Pretty busy. Eh?'

Sam stole a look at the inquirer. He was a little high-dried man, with a dark squeezed-up face, and small, restless, black eyes, that kept winking and twinkling on each side of his little inquisitive nose, as if they were playing a perpetual game of peep-bo with that feature. He was dressed all in black, with boots as shiny as his eyes, a low white neckcloth, and a clean shirt with a frill to it. A gold watch-chain, and seals, depended from his fob. He carried his black kid gloves _in_ his hands, and not ON them; and as he spoke, thrust his wrists beneath his coat tails, with the air of a man who was in the habit of propounding some regular posers.

'Pretty busy, eh?' said the little man.

Português → 'Oh, wery well, Sir,' replied Sam, 'we shan't be bankrupts, and we shan't make our fort'ns. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.'

'Ah,' said the little man, 'you're a wag, ain't you?'

'My eldest brother was troubled with that complaint,' said Sam; 'it may be catching--I used to sleep with him.'

'This is a curious old house of yours,' said the little man, looking round him.

'If you'd sent word you was a-coming, we'd ha' had it repaired;' replied the imperturbable Sam.

The little man seemed rather baffled by these several repulses, and a short consultation took place between him and the two plump gentlemen. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered--

'The fact of the matter is,' said the benevolent gentleman, 'that my friend here (pointing to the other plump gentleman) will give you half a guinea, if you'll answer one or two--'

'Now, my dear sir--my dear Sir,' said the little man, 'pray, allow me-- my dear Sir, the very first principle to be observed in these cases, is this: if you place the matter in the hands of a professional man, you must in no way interfere in the progress of the business; you must repose implicit confidence in him. Really, Mr.--' He turned to the other plump gentleman, and said, 'I forget your friend's name.'

Português → 'Pickwick,' said Mr. Wardle, for it was no other than that jolly personage.

'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Really, my dear Sir, really;' and the little man took an argumentative pinch of snuff, and looked very profound.

'My only wish, Sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'was to bring this very unpleasant matter to as speedy a close as possible.'

'Quite right--quite right,' said the little man.

'With which view,' continued Mr. Pickwick, 'I made use of the argument which my experience of men has taught me is the most likely to succeed in any case.'

'Ay, ay,' said the little man, 'very good, very good, indeed; but you should have suggested it to me. My dear sir, I'm quite certain you cannot be ignorant of the extent of confidence which must be placed in professional men. If any authority can be necessary on such a point, my dear sir, let me refer you to the well-known case in Barnwell and--'

'Never mind George Barnwell,' interrupted Sam, who had remained a wondering listener during this short colloquy; 'everybody knows what sort of a case his was, tho' it's always been my opinion, mind you, that the young 'ooman deserved scragging a precious sight more than he did. Hows'ever, that's neither here nor there. You want me to accept of half a guinea. Wery well, I'm agreeable: I can't say no fairer than that, can I, sir?' (Mr. Pickwick smiled.) Then the next question is, what the devil do you want with me, as the man said, wen he see the ghost?'

Português → 'We want to know--' said Mr. Wardle.

'Now, my dear sir--my dear sir,' interposed the busy little man.

Mr. Wardle shrugged his shoulders, and was silent.

'We want to know,' said the little man solemnly; 'and we ask the question of you, in order that we may not awaken apprehensions inside-- we want to know who you've got in this house at present?'

'Who there is in the house!' said Sam, in whose mind the inmates were always represented by that particular article of their costume, which came under his immediate superintendence. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.'

'Nothing more?' said the little man.

'Stop a bit,' replied Sam, suddenly recollecting himself. 'Yes; there's a pair of Vellingtons a good deal worn, and a pair o' lady's shoes, in number five.'

'What sort of shoes?' hastily inquired Wardle, who, together with Mr. Pickwick, had been lost in bewilderment at the singular catalogue of visitors.

'Country make,' replied Sam.

Português → 'Any maker's name?'

'Brown.'

'Where of?'

'Muggleton.

'It is them,' exclaimed Wardle. 'By heavens, we've found them.'

'Hush!' said Sam. 'The Vellingtons has gone to Doctors' Commons.'

'No,' said the little man.

'Yes, for a licence.'

'We're in time,' exclaimed Wardle. 'Show us the room; not a moment is to be lost.'

'Pray, my dear sir--pray,' said the little man; 'caution, caution.' He drew from his pocket a red silk purse, and looked very hard at Sam as he drew out a sovereign.

Sam grinned expressively.

'Show us into the room at once, without announcing us,' said the little man, 'and it's yours.'

Sam threw the painted tops into a corner, and led the way through a dark passage, and up a wide staircase. He paused at the end of a second passage, and held out his hand.

'Here it is,' whispered the attorney, as he deposited the money on the hand of their guide.

The man stepped forward for a few paces, followed by the two friends and their legal adviser. He stopped at a door.

Português → 'Is this the room?' murmured the little gentleman.

Sam nodded assent.

Old Wardle opened the door; and the whole three walked into the room just as Mr. Jingle, who had that moment returned, had produced the licence to the spinster aunt.

The spinster uttered a loud shriek, and throwing herself into a chair, covered her face with her hands. Mr. Jingle crumpled up the licence, and thrust it into his coat pocket. The unwelcome visitors advanced into the middle of the room.

'You--you are a nice rascal, arn't you?' exclaimed Wardle, breathless with passion.

'My dear Sir, my dear sir,' said the little man, laying his hat on the table, 'pray, consider--pray. Defamation of character: action for damages. Calm yourself, my dear sir, pray--'

'How dare you drag my sister from my house?' said the old man.

Ay--ay--very good,' said the little gentleman, 'you may ask that. How dare you, sir?--eh, sir?'

'Who the devil are you?' inquired Mr. Jingle, in so fierce a tone, that the little gentleman involuntarily fell back a step or two.

'Who is he, you scoundrel,' interposed Wardle. 'He's my lawyer, Mr. Perker, of Gray's Inn. Perker, I'll have this fellow prosecuted-- indicted--I'll--I'll--I'll ruin him. And you,' continued Mr. Wardle, turning abruptly round to his sister--'you, Rachael, at a time of life when you ought to know better, what do you mean by running away with a vagabond, disgracing your family, and making yourself miserable? Get on your bonnet and come back. Call a hackney-coach there, directly, and bring this lady's bill, d'ye hear--d'ye hear?'

Cert'nly, Sir,' replied Sam, who had answered Wardle's violent ringing of the bell with a degree of celerity which must have appeared marvellous to anybody who didn't know that his eye had been applied to the outside of the keyhole during the whole interview.

Português → 'Get on your bonnet,' repeated Wardle.

'Do nothing of the kind,' said Jingle. 'Leave the room, Sir--no business here--lady's free to act as she pleases--more than one-and-twenty.'

'More than one-and-twenty!' ejaculated Wardle contemptuously. 'More than one-and-forty!'

'I ain't,' said the spinster aunt, her indignation getting the better of her determination to faint.

'You are,' replied Wardle; 'you're fifty if you're an hour.'

Here the spinster aunt uttered a loud shriek, and became senseless.

'A glass of water,' said the humane Mr. Pickwick, summoning the landlady.

'A glass of water!' said the passionate Wardle. 'Bring a bucket, and throw it all over her; it'll do her good, and she richly deserves it.'

'Ugh, you brute!' ejaculated the kind-hearted landlady. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics.

'Coach is ready, Sir,' said Sam, appearing at the door.

'Come along,' cried Wardle. 'I'll carry her downstairs.'

At this proposition, the hysterics came on with redoubled violence.

The landlady was about to enter a very violent protest against this proceeding, and had already given vent to an indignant inquiry whether Mr. Wardle considered himself a lord of the creation, when Mr. Jingle interposed--

Português → 'Boots,' said he, 'get me an officer.'

'Stay, stay,' said little Mr. Perker. 'Consider, Sir, consider.'

'I'll not consider,' replied Jingle. 'She's her own mistress--see who dares to take her away--unless she wishes it.'

'I _won't_ be taken away,' murmured the spinster aunt. 'I _don't_ wish it.' (Here there was a frightful relapse.)

'My dear Sir,' said the little man, in a low tone, taking Mr. Wardle and Mr. Pickwick apart--'my dear Sir, we're in a very awkward situation. It's a distressing case--very; I never knew one more so; but really, my dear sir, really we have no power to control this lady's actions. I warned you before we came, my dear sir, that there was nothing to look to but a compromise.'

There was a short pause.

'What kind of compromise would you recommend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Why, my dear Sir, our friend's in an unpleasant position--very much so. We must be content to suffer some pecuniary loss.'

'I'll suffer any, rather than submit to this disgrace, and let her, fool as she is, be made miserable for life,' said Wardle.

'I rather think it can be done,' said the bustling little man. 'Mr. Jingle, will you step with us into the next room for a moment?'

Mr. Jingle assented, and the quartette walked into an empty apartment.

'Now, sir,' said the little man, as he carefully closed the door, 'is there no way of accommodating this matter--step this way, sir, for a moment--into this window, Sir, where we can be alone--there, sir, there, pray sit down, sir. Now, my dear Sir, between you and I, we know very well, my dear Sir, that you have run off with this lady for the sake of her money. Don't frown, Sir, don't frown; I say, between you and I, _we_ know it. We are both men of the world, and WE know very well that our friends here, are not--eh?'

Português → Mr. Jingle's face gradually relaxed; and something distantly resembling a wink quivered for an instant in his left eye.

'Very good, very good,' said the little man, observing the impression he had made. 'Now, the fact is, that beyond a few hundreds, the lady has little or nothing till the death of her mother--fine old lady, my dear Sir.'

'_Old_,' said Mr. Jingle briefly but emphatically.

'Why, yes,' said the attorney, with a slight cough. 'You are right, my dear Sir, she is rather old. She comes of an old family though, my dear Sir; old in every sense of the word. The founder of that family came into Kent when Julius Caesar invaded Britain;--only one member of it, since, who hasn't lived to eighty-five, and he was beheaded by one of the Henrys. The old lady is not seventy-three now, my dear Sir.' The little man paused, and took a pinch of snuff.

'Well,' cried Mr. Jingle.

'Well, my dear sir--you don't take snuff!--ah! so much the better-- expensive habit--well, my dear Sir, you're a fine young man, man of the world--able to push your fortune, if you had capital, eh?'

'Well,' said Mr. Jingle again.

'Do you comprehend me?'

'Not quite.'

'Don't you think--now, my dear Sir, I put it to you don't you think-- that fifty pounds and liberty would be better than Miss Wardle and expectation?'

'Won't do--not half enough!' said Mr. Jingle, rising.

'Nay, nay, my dear Sir,' remonstrated the little attorney, seizing him by the button. 'Good round sum--a man like you could treble it in no time--great deal to be done with fifty pounds, my dear Sir.'

'More to be done with a hundred and fifty,' replied Mr. Jingle coolly.

'Well, my dear Sir, we won't waste time in splitting straws,' resumed the little man, 'say--say--seventy.'

Português → Won't do,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Don't go away, my dear sir--pray don't hurry,' said the little man. 'Eighty; come: I'll write you a cheque at once.'

'Won't do,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Well, my dear Sir, well,' said the little man, still detaining him; 'just tell me what _will_ do.'

'Expensive affair,' said Mr. Jingle. 'Money out of pocket--posting, nine pounds; licence, three--that's twelve--compensation, a hundred--hundred and twelve--breach of honour--and loss of the lady--'

'Yes, my dear Sir, yes,' said the little man, with a knowing look, 'never mind the last two items. That's a hundred and twelve--say a hundred--come.'

'And twenty,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Come, come, I'll write you a cheque,' said the little man; and down he sat at the table for that purpose.

'I'll make it payable the day after to-morrow,' said the little man, with a look towards Mr. Wardle; 'and we can get the lady away, meanwhile.' Mr. Wardle sullenly nodded assent.

'A hundred,' said the little man.

'And twenty,' said Mr. Jingle.

'My dear Sir,' remonstrated the little man.

'Give it him,' interposed Mr. Wardle, 'and let him go.'

The cheque was written by the little gentleman, and pocketed by Mr. Jingle.

'Now, leave this house instantly!' said Wardle, starting up.

'My dear Sir,' urged the little man.

'And mind,' said Mr. Wardle, 'that nothing should have induced me to make this compromise--not even a regard for my family--if I had not known that the moment you got any money in that pocket of yours, you'd go to the devil faster, if possible, than you would without it--'

Português → 'My dear sir,' urged the little man again.

'Be quiet, Perker,' resumed Wardle. 'Leave the room, Sir.'

'Off directly,' said the unabashed Jingle. 'Bye bye, Pickwick.'

If any dispassionate spectator could have beheld the countenance of the illustrious man, whose name forms the leading feature of the title of this work, during the latter part of this conversation, he would have been almost induced to wonder that the indignant fire which flashed from his eyes did not melt the glasses of his spectacles--so majestic was his wrath. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. But he restrained himself again- -he did not pulverise him.

'Here,' continued the hardened traitor, tossing the licence at Mr. Pickwick's feet; 'get the name altered--take home the lady--do for Tuppy.'

Mr. Pickwick was a philosopher, but philosophers are only men in armour, after all. The shaft had reached him, penetrated through his philosophical harness, to his very heart. In the frenzy of his rage, he hurled the inkstand madly forward, and followed it up himself. But Mr. Jingle had disappeared, and he found himself caught in the arms of Sam.

'Hollo,' said that eccentric functionary, 'furniter's cheap where you come from, Sir. Self-acting ink, that 'ere; it's wrote your mark upon the wall, old gen'l'm'n. Hold still, Sir; wot's the use o' runnin' arter a man as has made his lucky, and got to t'other end of the Borough by this time?'

Mr. Pickwick's mind, like those of all truly great men, was open to conviction. He was a quick and powerful reasoner; and a moment's reflection sufficed to remind him of the impotency of his rage. It subsided as quickly as it had been roused. He panted for breath, and looked benignantly round upon his friends.

Shall we tell the lamentations that ensued when Miss Wardle found herself deserted by the faithless Jingle? Shall we extract Mr. Pickwick's masterly description of that heartrending scene? His note- book, blotted with the tears of sympathising humanity, lies open before us; one word, and it is in the printer's hands. But, no! we will be resolute! We will not wring the public bosom, with the delineation of such suffering!

Português → Slowly and sadly did the two friends and the deserted lady return next day in the Muggleton heavy coach. Dimly and darkly had the sombre shadows of a summer's night fallen upon all around, when they again reached Dingley Dell, and stood within the entrance to Manor Farm.

CHAPTER XI. Involving Another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to Be Present at an Election; and Containing a Manuscript of the Old Clergyman's

Português → A night of quiet and repose in the profound silence of Dingley Dell, and an hour's breathing of its fresh and fragrant air on the ensuing morning, completely recovered Mr. Pickwick from the effects of his late fatigue of body and anxiety of mind. That illustrious man had been separated from his friends and followers for two whole days; and it was with a degree of pleasure and delight, which no common imagination can adequately conceive, that he stepped forward to greet Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass, as he encountered those gentlemen on his return from his early walk. The pleasure was mutual; for who could ever gaze on Mr. Pickwick's beaming face without experiencing the sensation? But still a cloud seemed to hang over his companions which that great man could not but be sensible of, and was wholly at a loss to account for. There was a mysterious air about them both, as unusual as it was alarming.

'And how,' said Mr. Pickwick, when he had grasped his followers by the hand, and exchanged warm salutations of welcome--'how is Tupman?'

Mr. Winkle, to whom the question was more peculiarly addressed, made no reply. He turned away his head, and appeared absorbed in melancholy reflection.

'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Pickwick earnestly, 'how is our friend--he is not ill?'

'No,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; and a tear trembled on his sentimental eyelid, like a rain-drop on a window-frame--'no; he is not ill.'

Mr. Pickwick stopped, and gazed on each of his friends in turn.

'Winkle--Snodgrass,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'what does this mean? Where is our friend? What has happened? Speak--I conjure, I entreat--nay, I command you, speak.'

There was a solemnity--a dignity--in Mr. Pickwick's manner, not to be withstood.

'He is gone,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Gone!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick. 'Gone!'

'Gone,' repeated Mr. Snodgrass.

'Where!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick.

'We can only guess, from that communication,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, taking a letter from his pocket, and placing it in his friend's hand. 'Yesterday morning, when a letter was received from Mr. Wardle, stating that you would be home with his sister at night, the melancholy which had hung over our friend during the whole of the previous day, was observed to increase. He shortly afterwards disappeared: he was missing during the whole day, and in the evening this letter was brought by the hostler from the Crown, at Muggleton. It had been left in his charge in the morning, with a strict injunction that it should not be delivered until night.'

Português → Mr. Pickwick opened the epistle. It was in his friend's hand-writing, and these were its contents:--

'MY DEAR PICKWICK,--_You_, my dear friend, are placed far beyond the reach of many mortal frailties and weaknesses which ordinary people cannot overcome. You do not know what it is, at one blow, to be deserted by a lovely and fascinating creature, and to fall a victim to the artifices of a villain, who had the grin of cunning beneath the mask of friendship. I hope you never may.

Versão em Português B1

Páginas Iniciais

2. # Capítulo I. os Pickwickianos

3. # Capítulo II. a Jornada do Primeiro Dia, e as Aventuras da Primeira Noite; com Suas Consequências

4. # Capítulo III. Um Novo Conhecido - o Conto do Ator Ambulante - Uma Interrupção Incômoda e Um Encontro Desagradável

5. # Capítulo IV. Um Dia de Manobras e Um Bivaque - Mais Novos Amigos - Um Convite para o Campo

6. # Capítulo V. Um Capítulo Curto - Mostrando, Entre Outros Assuntos, Como o Sr. Pickwick Se Incumbiu de Conduzir, e o Sr. Winkle de Montar, e Como Ambos o Fizeram

7. # Capítulo VI. Uma Partida de Cartas À Moda Antiga - os Versos do Clérigo - a História do Regresso do Forçado

8. # Capítulo VII. Como o Sr. Winkle, em Vez de Atirar no Pombo e Matar o Corvo, Atirou no Corvo e Feriu o Pombo; Como o Clube de Críquete de Dingley Dell Jogou Contra o All-muggleton, e Como o All-muggleton Jantou Às Custas de Dingley Dell; com Outros Assuntos Interessantes e Instrutivos

9. # Capítulo VIII. Que Ilustra Fortemente a Tese de Que o Curso do Verdadeiro Amor não É Uma Estrada de Ferro

10. # Capítulo IX. Uma Descoberta e Uma Perseguição

11. # Capítulo X. Que Dissipa Todas as Dúvidas (se Alguma Houvesse) Quanto Ao Desinteresse do Caráter do Sr. a. Jingle

12. # Capítulo XI. Que Envolve Mais Uma Viagem e Uma Descoberta Antiquária; Registra a Determinação do Sr. Pickwick de Comparecer a Uma Eleição; e Contém Um Manuscrito do Velho Clérigo

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English → # Os Documentos de Pickwick

por Charles Dickens

Por Charles Dickens

Os 57 capítulos acompanham o Sr. Pickwick e seus amigos em viagens, novas amizades, erros cômicos, romances, eleições, festas de Natal, problemas legais e uma passagem pela prisão Fleet. Eles conhecem pessoas como Jingle, Job Trotter, Dodson, Fogg e a família Weller. Depois de muitas aventuras, atos de bondade e problemas resolvidos, o Clube Pickwick finalmente chega ao fim e todos ficam satisfeitos.

# Capítulo I. os Pickwickianos

English → O editor diz que um registro do Clube Pickwick finalmente esclarece o pouco conhecido início da vida pública do grande Sr. Pickwick. Ele o apresenta com orgulho como prova de que estudou cuidadosamente os muitos documentos que recebeu.

Em 12 de maio de 1827, Joseph Smiggers presidiu uma reunião. Todos aprovaram as seguintes decisões.

O clube ouvira o trabalho de Samuel Pickwick sobre a origem dos lagos de Hampstead e suas ideias a respeito dos peixinhos. Os membros o aprovaram totalmente e agradeceram com entusiasmo.

O clube acreditava que o trabalho de Pickwick e suas pesquisas pelos arredores de Londres ajudariam a ciência. Achava que viagens mais longas e observações mais amplas aumentariam o conhecimento e divulgariam ainda mais o saber.

Com esse objetivo, o clube considerou seriamente uma proposta de Samuel Pickwick e três outros membros. Eles queriam criar um novo grupo de viajantes chamado Sociedade Correspondente do Clube Pickwick.

O clube aceitou e aprovou a proposta.

English → O clube criou oficialmente a Sociedade Correspondente. Nomeou Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass e Nathaniel Winkle como membros. Eles enviariam regularmente ao clube de Londres relatos verdadeiros sobre suas viagens, descobertas, pessoas encontradas, aventuras e histórias locais.

O clube apoiou firmemente a regra de que cada viajante deveria pagar suas próprias despesas. Sob essa regra, os membros poderiam continuar suas pesquisas pelo tempo que desejassem.

O clube também aceitou a generosa oferta dos viajantes de pagar suas próprias cartas e encomendas.

O secretário diz que uma pessoa comum talvez não visse nada de especial na cabeça careca e nos óculos redondos de Pickwick. Seus amigos, porém, sabiam que uma grande mente trabalhava por trás deles. Quando os membros chamaram seu nome, Pickwick subiu na cadeira e falou com gestos grandiosos. Ao lado dele estavam seus três companheiros: Tracy Tupman, mais velho, mas ainda romântico; o poético Augustus Snodgrass, com uma capa azul; e Nathaniel Winkle, vestido como um esportista entusiasmado.

English → O clube registrou o discurso de Pickwick e o debate que veio depois. Como a discussão parecia com as de outros grupos famosos, o editor a apresenta aqui.

Pickwick disse que todo homem queria fama. Snodgrass desejava fama como poeta, Tupman queria sucesso no amor e Winkle buscava fama nos esportes. Pickwick admitiu que também sentia orgulho, especialmente por sua famosa teoria dos peixinhos, mas disse que seu desejo de ajudar a humanidade era mais forte. Aceitou com orgulho a honra e o perigo de viajar, embora carruagens tombassem, cavalos fugissem, barcos virassem e caldeiras explodissem. Quando alguém gritou "Não", Pickwick sugeriu com raiva que um rival invejoso o atacava.

O Sr. Blotton, de Aldgate, levantou-se e perguntou se Pickwick falava dele. A sala se encheu de gritos misturados por ordem, silêncio e continuação.

Pickwick recusou-se a ser calado pelo barulho e admitiu que falava do Sr. Blotton. Todos ficaram agitados.

O Sr. Blotton disse que rejeitava com total desprezo a acusação falsa e ofensiva. Chamou Pickwick de impostor, provocando fortes aplausos e grande confusão.

English → O Sr. Snodgrass pediu ao presidente que restabelecesse a ordem. Queria saber se aquela briga vergonhosa entre dois membros do clube deveria continuar.

O presidente disse ter certeza de que o Sr. Blotton retiraria a palavra ofensiva.

O Sr. Blotton disse com respeito, mas com firmeza, que não retiraria a palavra.

O presidente então perguntou se Blotton usara a palavra em seu sentido comum.

Blotton disse que usara a palavra apenas em seu sentido especial pickwickiano. Pessoalmente, respeitava muito Pickwick; considerava-o um impostor apenas do ponto de vista pickwickiano.

Pickwick ficou satisfeito com essa explicação justa. Também explicou que seus próprios comentários tinham apenas um sentido pickwickiano, e todos aplaudiram.

O registro oficial e provavelmente o debate terminam nesse ponto estranhamente claro e satisfatório. O capítulo seguinte não se baseia em um relatório oficial, mas em cartas e outros documentos confiáveis, reunidos cuidadosamente em uma só história.

# Capítulo II. a Jornada do Primeiro Dia, e as Aventuras da Primeira Noite; com Suas Consequências

English → No início da manhã de 13 de maio de 1827, o Sr. Pickwick acordou e olhou da janela para Goswell Street em todas as direções. Decidiu que as pessoas sábias deviam olhar além do que estava diante delas e explorar lugares desconhecidos. Vestiu-se, fez a mala, barbeou-se, tomou café e foi para a estação de carruagens com sua bagagem, telescópio e caderno prontos para novas descobertas.

O Sr. Pickwick chamou uma carruagem.

Um trabalhador vestido de modo estranho gritou que uma carruagem estava pronta. Usava roupas grosseiras e uma placa de metal numerada, como se pertencesse a uma coleção. O primeiro cocheiro foi chamado de uma taverna próxima, e o Sr. Pickwick e sua mala foram colocados na carruagem.

O Sr. Pickwick pediu para ir ao Golden Cross.

Enquanto partiam, o cocheiro irritado disse ao amigo que a viagem valia apenas um xelim.

Segurando o xelim da passagem, o Sr. Pickwick perguntou ao cocheiro quantos anos tinha o cavalo.

English → O cocheiro olhou de lado para ele e respondeu: - Quarenta e dois.

Surpreso, o Sr. Pickwick pegou seu caderno. O cocheiro repetiu a idade do cavalo sem mudar de expressão, por isso Pickwick anotou a informação imediatamente.

Querendo mais informações, o Sr. Pickwick perguntou por quanto tempo o cavalo ficava trabalhando fora a cada vez.

O cocheiro respondeu: - Duas ou três semanas.

O Sr. Pickwick repete a palavra semanas com surpresa e tira novamente o caderno.

O cocheiro diz com calma que o cavalo mora em Pentonville, mas raramente o levam para casa porque é fraco.

Confuso, o Sr. Pickwick repete que o motivo é a fraqueza do cavalo.

O cocheiro explica que o cavalo sempre cai quando é retirado da carruagem. Nos arreios, eles o sustentam com firmeza. As rodas grandes continuam avançando atrás dele, por isso ele precisa seguir em frente.

Pickwick anota cada palavra em seu caderno como exemplo de um cavalo que sobrevive em condições difíceis. Eles chegam ao Golden Cross, onde Tupman, Snodgrass e Winkle recebem com entusiasmo seu famoso líder.

English → Pickwick estende um xelim e diz ao cocheiro que é seu pagamento.

Para grande surpresa de Pickwick, o cocheiro joga o dinheiro na rua e o desafia para uma briga.

Snodgrass diz que o cocheiro está louco.

Winkle sugere que ele está bêbado.

Tupman diz que ele pode estar louco e bêbado.

O cocheiro ergue os punhos e desafia os quatro homens para uma briga.

Vários outros cocheiros se reúnem alegremente, gritam que aquilo é divertido e incentivam Sam a lutar.

Um homem com mangas de tecido preto pergunta a Sam qual é o motivo da discussão.

O cocheiro pergunta por que Pickwick queria seu número.

Espantado, Pickwick diz que não queria o número.

O cocheiro pergunta por que Pickwick o anotou.

Pickwick diz com raiva que não o anotou.

O cocheiro pede que a multidão imagine um informante viajando em sua carruagem e anotando seu número e cada palavra. Pickwick de repente entende que seu caderno causou o engano.

English → Outro cocheiro pergunta se Pickwick realmente fez isso.

Sam diz que sim e afirma que Pickwick tentou faz atacar diante de tr testemunhas. Joga o chapéu no chão e rapidamente acerta Pickwick, Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle várias vezes em poucos segundos.

Snodgrass pergunta onde há um policial.

Um vendedor de tortas sugere colocar os homens sob uma bomba d'água.

Sem fôlego, Pickwick avisa ao cocheiro que ele será castigado.

A multidão grita que os homens são informantes.

Ainda com os punhos erguidos, o cocheiro os desafia novamente para uma briga.

No início, a multidão apenas observa. Depois de ouvir que os Pickwickianos são informantes, considera colocá-los sob a bomba. Um desconhecido chega antes que possam atacar.

Um jovem alto e magro de casaco verde sai do pátio das carruagens e pergunta qual é a diversão.

A multidão torna a gritar que eles são informantes.

Pickwick insiste em voz alta que não são informantes, e sua voz honesta deveria convencer qualquer ouvinte justo.

English → O jovem questiona Pickwick enquanto abre caminho pela multidão com os cotovelos.

Pickwick explica depressa o que realmente aconteceu.

O homem de verde puxa Pickwick para longe, manda o cocheiro número 924 pegar o dinheiro e partir e diz que Pickwick é respeitável. Falando rapidamente em frases quebradas, conduz Pickwick e os amigos até a sala de espera.

O desconhecido pede em voz alta conhaque quente, forte e doce para todos e carne crua para o olho ferido. Brinca que um poste frio também poderia ajudar, mas seria inconveniente. Depois bebe depressa e se joga numa cadeira.

Enquanto seus amigos agradecem ao desconhecido, Pickwick observa as roupas e a aparência do homem.

O desconhecido tem altura média, mas o corpo magro e as pernas compridas o fazem parecer mais alto. Seu velho casaco verde é pequeno e desbotado, as calças e os sapatos estão gastos, e meias sujas aparecem. Cabelos pretos e compridos saem sob um chapéu velho. Seu rosto é magro e cansado, mas parece atrevido, alegre e confiante.

English → Depois que os amigos terminam de agradecer ao desconhecido, Pickwick recupera os óculos e oferece suas próprias palavras cuidadosamente escolhidas de gratidão.

O desconhecido o interrompe e diz que não precisa de mais agradecimentos. Elogia a luta do cocheiro, mas afirma que teria vencido tanto o cocheiro quanto o vendedor de tortas.

O cocheiro de Rochester entra e anuncia que a carruagem Commodore está prestes a partir.

O desconhecido se levanta de repente e diz que é sua carruagem e que tem um lugar do lado de fora. Deixa que os outros paguem pelo conhaque e reclama de dinheiro ruim.

Pickwick e seus tr amigos também planejam parar primeiro em Rochester. Depois de contar ao desconhecido, concordam em dividir o banco traseiro da carruagem.

O desconhecido ajuda Pickwick a subir ao teto tão depressa que ele perde grande parte de sua aparência digna.

O cocheiro pergunta se o desconhecido tem alguma bagagem.

O desconhecido diz que tem apenas um pacote de papel pardo porque suas caixas grandes e pesadas viajaram pela água. Enfia o pacote no bolso, embora pareça conter apenas uma camisa e um lenço.

English → Quando a carruagem passa sob um arco baixo, o desconhecido falante avisa a todos que protejam a cabeça. Conta uma história absurda sobre uma mãe alta que perdeu a cabeça ali enquanto ainda segurava um sanduíche e depois brinca sobre outra cabeça famosa perdida em Whitehall.

Pickwick diz que está pensando profundamente em como a vida e a sorte humanas podem mudar depressa.

O desconhecido entende isso como entrar num palácio num dia e sair pela janela no seguinte. Pergunta se Pickwick é filósofo.

Pickwick diz que observa a natureza humana.

O desconhecido diz que também observa e brinca que as pessoas muitas vezes se tornam observadoras quando têm pouco trabalho e menos dinheiro. Depois pergunta se Pickwick é poeta.

Pickwick diz que seu amigo Snodgrass tem uma forte natureza poética.

O desconhecido diz que também é poeta e escreveu um épico de dez mil versos sobre a Revolução de Julho enquanto lutava de dia e escrevia à noite.

English → Snodgrass pergunta se o desconhecido esteve presente durante aquela revolução gloriosa.

O desconhecido afirma que disparou uma arma, correu a uma loja de vinhos para escrever cada ideia poética e depois voltou à batalha. De repente, vira-se para Winkle e pergunta se ele é esportista.

O narrador observa a imaginação extraordinária do desconhecido: essa conversa acontece em 1827, mas a Revolução de Julho ocorrerá apenas em 1830.

Winkle diz que se interessa um pouco por esportes.

O desconhecido chama isso de excelente atividade e pergunta se Winkle tem cães.

Winkle diz que não tem nenhum no momento.

O desconhecido diz que Winkle deveria ter cães porque são inteligentes. Conta uma história sobre seu cão de ca Ponto, que parou diante de um campo depois de ler uma placa que mandava os guardas atirar em todo cão encontrado ali.

Pickwick chama o acontecimento de extraordinário e pede permissão para anotá-lo.

O desconhecido concorda e afirma conhecer outras cem histórias sobre o cão. Depois comenta sobre uma mulher bonita que Tupman observa à beira da estrada.

English → Tupman concorda que ela é muito bonita.

O desconhecido diz que as espanholas são mais bonitas do que as inglesas, com cabelos pretos, olhos escuros e formas encantadoras.

Tupman pergunta se o desconhecido visitou a Espanha.

O desconhecido afirma que viveu ali durante muitos anos.

Tupman pergunta se conquistou o amor de muitas mulheres.

O desconhecido afirma ter conquistado milhares. Conta sobre a bela Donna Christina, cujo pai ciumento se opôs ao amor deles. Ela tomou veneno, mas ele a salvou com uma bomba estomacal de sua mala. O pai então permitiu alegremente o casamento.

Impressionado com a beleza dela, Tupman pergunta se Donna Christina está agora na Inglaterra.

O desconhecido diz com tristeza que ela morreu porque nunca se recuperou completamente do tratamento com a bomba estomacal.

O poético Snodgrass pergunta o que aconteceu com o pai dela.

O desconhecido diz que o pai desapareceu de tristeza. Semanas depois, trabalhadores que limpavam uma fonte pública entupida o encontraram de cabeça para baixo no cano principal, com uma confissão na bota. Depois que o retiraram, a fonte voltou a funcionar.

English → Profundamente comovido, Snodgrass pede permissão para registrar a história romântica.

O desconhecido concorda e oferece outras cinquenta histórias, chamando sua vida de estranha e incomum.

O desconhecido continua contando histórias e bebendo cerveja sempre que a carruagem troca de cavalos. Ao chegarem à ponte de Rochester, Pickwick e Snodgrass encheram seus cadernos com as aventuras dele.

Ao ver o velho castelo, Snodgrass o chama poeticamente de ruína magnífica.

Olhando pelo telescópio, Pickwick diz que o castelo é um excelente tema para quem estuda o passado.

O desconhecido elogia rapidamente as velhas muralhas, os arcos, os cantos escuros, a catedral, as escadas antigas, as portas, os monges, as armas, os túmulos e as lendas. Continua falando sozinho até a carruagem parar no Bull Inn.

Winkle pergunta se o desconhecido ficará na hospedaria.

O desconhecido diz que não ficará, mas recomenda o lugar. Avisa que o hotel vizinho é muito caro e acrescenta cobranças por tudo.

Winkle sussurra para Pickwick, que sussurra para Snodgrass, que sussurra para Tupman. Todos concordam, e Pickwick fala com o desconhecido.

English → Pickwick diz que o desconhecido os ajudou muito naquela manhã e o convida para jantar como pequeno sinal de agradecimento.

O desconhecido aceita com prazer, sugere frango com cogumelos e pergunta o horário.

Pickwick consulta o relógio. Como são quase tr, sugere cinco horas.

O desconhecido concorda com exatamente cinco horas. Despede-se, inclina o velho chapéu e caminha depressa para a rua principal com metade do pacote de papel fora do bolso.

Pickwick diz que o homem é claramente um viajante que visitou muitos países e estudou atentamente pessoas e acontecimentos.

Snodgrass diz que gostaria de ver o poema do desconhecido.

Winkle diz que gostaria de ter visto o cão extraordinário.

Tupman não diz nada, mas pensa em Donna Christina, na bomba estomacal e na fonte até seus olhos se encherem de lágrimas.

Depois de reservar uma sala particular, inspecionar os quartos e pedir o jantar, o grupo sai para conhecer a cidade e a região próxima.

English → Uma leitura cuidadosa das anotações de Pickwick sobre Stroud, Rochester, Chatham e Brompton mostra que suas impressões são parecidas com as de outros viajantes. Sua descrição pode ser facilmente resumida.

Pickwick escreve que as cidades produzem principalmente soldados, marinheiros, judeus, giz, camarões, oficiais e trabalhadores das docas. As lojas vendem artigos navais, doces, frutas e peixes. Soldados bêbados tornam as ruas animadas. Ele elogia com ironia um soldado que feriu uma atendente com a baioneta depois que ela recusou mais bebida e então se ofereceu para perdoá-la.

Pickwick escreve que as pessoas devem fumar muito porque o tabaco enche as ruas. Alguns viajantes podem não gostar da sujeira, mas ele a chama em tom de brincadeira de sinal agradável de comércio e prosperidade.

O desconhecido chega exatamente às cinco, e o jantar vem logo depois. Já não carrega o pacote de papel, mas usa as mesmas roupas e fala ainda mais do que antes.

Enquanto o garçom levanta a tampa de um prato, o desconhecido pergunta o que está embaixo.

English → O garçom diz que o prato contém linguado.

O desconhecido chama o linguado de excelente peixe e faz uma piada confusa sobre carruagens de Londres levarem cestos deles a jantares políticos. Depois oferece vinho a Pickwick.

Pickwick aceita. O desconhecido bebe primeiro com ele, depois separadamente com Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle e, por fim, com todo o grupo, quase tão depressa quanto fala.

O desconhecido diz ao garçom que há grande confusão na escada, com bancos, trabalhadores, lâmpadas, copos e instrumentos musicais. Pergunta que evento está sendo preparado.

O garçom diz que haverá um baile.

O desconhecido pergunta se é uma reunião pública.

O garçom diz que não. É um baile realizado para arrecadar dinheiro para caridade.

Com grande interesse, Tupman pergunta ao garçom se muitas mulheres bonitas vivem na cidade.

O estranho elogia Kent por suas maçãs, cerejas, lúpulo e mulheres, e então oferece vinho.

O Sr. Tupman aceita com prazer. O estranho enche o copo e bebe.

English → Voltando ao assunto do baile, o Sr. Tupman diz que gostaria muito de comparecer.

O garçom diz que os ingressos estão disponíveis no balcão por meio guinéu cada.

Tupman diz novamente que quer ir, mas seus amigos não respondem. Ele volta a atenção ao vinho e à sobremesa, e o grupo relaxa depois do jantar.

O estranho pede que passem a garrafa sem deixar vinho no copo. Esvazia rapidamente outra taça como um bebedor experiente.

Eles pedem mais vinho. O estranho fala enquanto os Pickwickianos escutam. Tupman deseja cada vez mais ir ao baile, Pickwick fica alegre, e Winkle e Snodgrass adormecem.

O estranho ouve música no andar de cima e diz que o baile está começando. A primeira dança tem início.

Tupman repete quanto deseja ir.

O estranho também quer ir, mas diz que todas as suas roupas estão guardadas em bagagens pesadas.

Ajudar os outros era um princípio importante do Clube Pickwick. Tupman o praticava com frequência, enviando pessoas necessitadas a outros membros em busca de roupas ou dinheiro.

English → Tupman se oferece para emprestar roupas ao estranho, mas observa que ele é magro enquanto Tupman não é.

O estranho chama Tupman de gordo, brinca que ele parece Baco em roupas comuns, ri e pede o vinho.

Tupman se ofende com a piada e a exigência de vinho. Olha com severidade, mas o estranho calmo não reage. Tupman finalmente relaxa e volta ao assunto do baile.

Tupman diz que suas roupas são grandes demais, mas o traje de Winkle talvez sirva no estranho.

O estranho examina Winkle e diz com alegria que o traje será perfeito.

Tupman vê que Pickwick também adormeceu por causa do vinho. Pickwick havia passado de grande alegria a tristeza antes de finalmente ficar com a cabeça baixa e roncar alto.

Tupman deseja muito ir ao baile e levar o estranho, que conhece bem a região. Winkle está dormindo e provavelmente irá direto para a cama quando acordar. Tupman continua indeciso até o estranho oferecer mais vinho.

English → Tupman bebe a última taça, o que o ajuda a tomar sua decisão.

Tupman explica que Winkle tem um traje formal na bolsa. O estranho pode usá-lo no baile e devolvê-lo antes que Winkle saiba.

O estranho chama isso de excelente plano e brinca sobre usar as roupas de outro homem enquanto seus muitos casacos estão guardados.

Tupman diz que precisam comprar ingressos.

O estranho sugere jogar uma moeda para decidir quem pagará pelos dois. Escolhe um lado, mas perde.

Tupman compra os ingressos e pede velas. Quinze minutos depois, o estranho está usando o traje completo de Winkle.

Enquanto o estranho se admira no espelho, Tupman explica que o casaco novo tem o botão do clube. Ele mostra o rosto de Pickwick e as letras P.C.

O estranho pergunta se P.C. significa "Casaco Peculiar". Ofendido, Tupman explica o verdadeiro significado do símbolo.

O estranho reclama que o casaco é curto e brinca que homens baixos recebem casacos longos enquanto homens altos recebem casacos curtos. Depois de ajustar as roupas de Winkle, sobe ao salão de baile com Tupman.

English → O porteiro pergunta seus nomes. Tupman começa a responder, mas o estranho o impede.

O estranho diz que seus nomes não são importantes o bastante para um baile público. Sugere permanecerem desconhecidos como cavalheiros de Londres ou estrangeiros importantes. Então eles entram.

O longo salão tem bancos vermelhos, velas, músicos acima da pista e vários grupos dançando. Na sala ao lado, convidados mais velhos jogam cartas.

Quando a dança termina, as pessoas caminham pelo salão. Tupman e o estranho ficam num canto observando.

Tupman chama as mulheres de encantadoras.

O estranho diz que os convidados importantes ainda não chegaram. Explica que cada grupo social conhece apenas o grupo acima, enquanto o comissário não conhece ninguém.

Tupman pergunta sobre uma pessoa pequena, de cabelos claros, olhos rosados e roupas incomuns.

O estranho avisa que não é um menino, mas o alferes Wilmot Snipe, de uma família importante.

O porteiro anuncia Sir Thomas Clubber, sua esposa e suas filhas. O homem alto e as três mulheres grandes entram usando roupas azuis elegantes, causando grande agitação.

English → O estranho diz que Sir Thomas é o poderoso chefe do estaleiro. Convidados importantes recebem a família enquanto Sir Thomas fica orgulhosamente acima da multidão.

A família Smithie é anunciada em seguida.

Tupman pergunta quem é o Sr. Smithie.

O estranho diz que Smithie tem algum cargo no estaleiro. Smithie se curva com respeito diante de Sir Thomas, que responde com orgulho. Lady Clubber examina a Sra. Smithie, que olha para outra mulher de posição inferior.

O coronel Bulder, sua esposa e sua filha chegam em seguida.

O estranho explica que o coronel comanda a base militar.

As filhas Clubber recebem Miss Bulder com carinho, e as mães se cumprimentam com grande afeto. O coronel e Sir Thomas trocam caixas de rapé e parecem governantes do salão.

Enquanto as famílias mais importantes se reúnem numa extremidade, cada grupo social inferior as imita. Oficiais, famílias do estaleiro, esposas de advogados, comerciantes e lojistas se organizam por posição.

O doutor Slammer é um homem pequeno, popular e calvo, além de cirurgião do exército. Conversa, ri, dança, joga cartas e vai a toda parte. Mais importante, dedica atenção constante a uma velha viúva ricamente vestida, cujo dinheiro o atrai.

English → Tupman e o estranho observam o médico e a viúva até o estranho falar.

O estranho diz que a viúva tem muito dinheiro e que tirá-la do médico orgulhoso seria divertido.

Ele anuncia que dançará com a viúva.

Tupman pergunta quem ela é.

O estranho admite que nunca a viu. Atravessa o salão, olha para ela com admiração, pega seu leque caído e começa a conversar. Logo ele e a Sra. Budger entram numa dança.

O doutor Slammer fica chocado. O jovem estranho desconhecido conquistou a atenção da viúva. Pior ainda, o estranho apresenta Tupman, e a Sra. Budger começa a dançar com ele enquanto o sério Tupman salta pelos passos.

O médico observa em silêncio o estranho servir bebidas, biscoitos e atenção à viúva. Quando o estranho a leva até a carruagem, o médico sai do salão fervendo de raiva.

O estranho volta ao lado de Tupman, falando baixo e rindo. O doutor Slammer odeia vê-lo comemorar a vitória.

English → Com uma voz terrível, Slammer entrega seu cartão ao estranho e anuncia nome, regimento e endereço. A raiva o impede de dizer mais.

O estranho agradece com calma e diz que chamará o doutor Slammer se ficar doente.

O médico furioso o chama de desonesto, covarde e mentiroso e exige seu cartão.

O estranho finge que o médico bebeu demais e recomenda limonada para cavalheiros mais velhos em salas quentes. Depois começa a se afastar.

O doutor Slammer diz que o estranho está bêbado, mas promete encontrá-lo no hotel na manhã seguinte.

O estranho calmo faz uma piada sobre ser descoberto em vez de encontrado em casa.

O doutor Slammer coloca o chapéu com muita raiva. O estranho e Tupman sobem para devolver as roupas emprestadas de Winkle.

Winkle ainda está dormindo, então eles devolvem o traje rapidamente. O estranho parte, e o bêbado Tupman luta com a touca e a vela antes de finalmente entrar na cama.

English → Pouco depois das sete da manhã seguinte, fortes batidas acordam o Sr. Pickwick.

Pickwick se senta e pergunta quem está ali.

O criado do hotel responde.

Pickwick pergunta o que ele quer.

O criado pergunta qual cavalheiro possui um casaco formal azul vivo com um botão dourado marcado P.C.

Pickwick pensa que o casaco foi enviado para limpeza e que o criado esqueceu o dono.

Ele orienta o criado a ir ao quarto do Sr. Winkle.

O criado agradece e parte.

Fortes batidas acordam Tupman, que pergunta o que há de errado.

O criado pede para falar com o Sr. Winkle.

Tupman chama Winkle no quarto interno.

Uma voz fraca responde debaixo das cobertas.

Tupman diz que alguém está na porta e imediatamente volta a dormir.

Winkle pula da cama, veste algumas peças e se pergunta quem poderia procurá-lo tão longe de Londres.

O criado diz que um cavalheiro na sala de café insiste em vê-lo por alguns minutos.

Winkle acha isso estranho, mas promete descer imediatamente.

English → Winkle se enrola num xale e roupão e entra na sala de café. Um oficial do exército manda os funcionários saírem, fecha a porta com cuidado e confirma a identidade de Winkle.

Winkle diz que esse é seu nome.

O oficial diz que veio em nome de seu amigo, o doutor Slammer.

Winkle repete o nome do médico com surpresa.

O oficial diz que Slammer considera o comportamento de Winkle na noite anterior inaceitável entre cavalheiros.

A total surpresa de Winkle é evidente, então o oficial continua.

O oficial diz que Slammer acredita que Winkle estava bêbado e talvez não se lembre do insulto. Se Winkle usar essa desculpa, Slammer aceitará um pedido escrito de desculpas ditado pelo oficial.

Winkle repete "um pedido escrito de desculpas" com espanto.

O oficial diz com calma que Winkle conhece a outra opção, ou seja, um duelo.

Confuso, Winkle pergunta se Slammer o identificou pelo nome.

O oficial diz que não testemunhou o acontecimento. Como o homem recusou dar seu cartão, Slammer descreveu o estranho casaco azul vivo com um botão dourado mostrando um rosto e P.C.

English → Winkle quase cai de choque com a descrição exata de suas roupas. O oficial diz que os funcionários do hotel identificaram o dono do casaco como um dos quatro homens que chegaram na tarde anterior, e Pickwick o encaminhou a Winkle.

Winkle fica mais surpreso do que se o Castelo de Rochester tivesse se movido até a janela. Primeiro pensa que seu casaco foi roubado e pede que o oficial espere.

O oficial concorda.

Winkle corre para cima e abre a bolsa com a mão trêmula. O casaco está ali, mas mostra sinais claros de ter sido usado na noite anterior.

Winkle decide que deve ter ficado bêbado, trocado de casaco, saído e insultado alguém sem se lembrar. Volta para baixo, decidido a aceitar o desafio de Slammer e enfrentar as consequências.

Winkle se preocupa com sua reputação no clube. Se recusar seu primeiro desafio perigoso, os outros perderão o respeito por ele. Também espera que as armas não tenham balas verdadeiras ou que Snodgrass avise Pickwick, que poderá pedir às autoridades que impeçam o duelo.

English → Com esses pensamentos, Winkle volta à sala de café e aceita o desafio do médico.

O oficial pede que Winkle indique um amigo capaz de combinar a hora e o lugar do encontro.

Winkle diz que isso é desnecessário e pede que o oficial lhe dê os detalhes diretamente.

O oficial sugere casualmente o pôr do sol daquela noite.

Winkle concorda em voz alta enquanto pensa que o plano é terrível.

O oficial pergunta se Winkle conhece Fort Pitt.

Winkle diz que viu o lugar no dia anterior.

O oficial dá instruções por um campo ao lado da trincheira. Ele levará Winkle a um lugar isolado onde ninguém poderá interromper o assunto.

Winkle pensa com nervosismo nas palavras sem interrupção.

O oficial diz que não há mais nada a organizar.

Winkle concorda e deseja bom dia.

O oficial retribui o cumprimento e se afasta assobiando alegremente.

O café da manhã é desconfortável. Tupman não consegue se levantar depois da bebida da noite anterior, Snodgrass parece poeticamente triste, e até Pickwick fica quieto e bebe água com gás. Quando Snodgrass sugere visitar o castelo, Winkle o acompanha para que possam conversar a sós.

English → Longe da rua principal, Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass consegue guardar um segredo, enquanto em segredo espera que não consiga.

Snodgrass promete que consegue e começa a fazer um juramento.

Com medo de que Snodgrass realmente prometa silêncio, Winkle diz depressa que nenhum juramento é necessário.

Snodgrass abaixa a mão que erguera de modo dramático para o céu e se prepara para ouvir.

Winkle diz que precisa de ajuda numa questão de honra.

Snodgrass segura sua mão com carinho e promete ajudar.

Winkle explica que precisa encontrar o doutor Slammer e outro oficial para um duelo ao pôr do sol num campo solitário além de Fort Pitt.

Snodgrass promete acompanhá-lo.

Snodgrass fica surpreso, mas não assustado. Winkle esqueceu que todos, exceto a pessoa que luta, podem permanecer calmos nessas situações.

Winkle avisa que os resultados podem ser terríveis.

Snodgrass diz que espera que não sejam.

Winkle diz que o médico provavelmente é um excelente atirador.

Snodgrass diz com calma que a maioria dos militares atira bem, mas supõe que Winkle também.

English → Winkle diz que sim. Ao perceber que isso não assustou bastante o amigo, tenta outro argumento.

Com voz trêmula, Winkle diz que, se morrer, Snodgrass encontrará um pacote com um bilhete para seu pai.

Essa tentativa também fracassa. Snodgrass se comove, mas concorda em entregar o bilhete com a facilidade de um carteiro.

Winkle avisa que, se qualquer um dos homens cair, Snodgrass pode ser julgado como cúmplice e enviado para longe como prisioneiro pelo resto da vida.

Snodgrass fica um pouco preocupado, mas diz com coragem que enfrentará todo perigo pela amizade.

Winkle amaldiçoa em silêncio a lealdade do amigo enquanto caminham. A manhã passa, e ele fica desesperado.

Winkle de repente implora que Snodgrass não informe as autoridades nem traga policiais para prender ele e o doutor Slammer antes do duelo. Repete com firmeza que Snodgrass não deve fazer isso.

Snodgrass segura sua mão com carinho e promete que jamais faria tal coisa.

English → Winkle treme ao perceber que o medo do amigo não o salvará e que precisa se tornar um alvo vivo.

Depois de explicar toda a situação, eles alugam pistolas, pólvora, balas e espoletas em Rochester. Voltam à hospedaria, onde Winkle se preocupa com o duelo enquanto Snodgrass prepara as armas.

Numa noite escura, eles partem para sua difícil tarefa. Winkle se esconde dentro de uma capa enorme enquanto Snodgrass leva as armas sob a sua.

Com voz ansiosa, Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass tem tudo.

Snodgrass diz que tem muita munição caso os primeiros tiros falhem, incluindo bastante pólvora e jornais para carregar as armas.

Winkle talvez esteja agradecido demais para falar e continua caminhando muito devagar.

Enquanto pulam uma cerca, Snodgrass diz que estão perfeitamente no horário porque o sol está se pondo. Winkle olha para o sol que desce e teme que também possa cair em breve.

Depois de caminhar alguns minutos, Winkle diz que vê o oficial.

English → Snodgrass pergunta onde ele está.

Winkle aponta para um homem de capa azul. O oficial faz um sinal com a mão, e os dois amigos o seguem a pouca distância.

A noite fica mais escura, e um vento triste atravessa os campos vazios. Winkle fica sombrio e se assusta quando a trincheira parece uma sepultura gigante.

O oficial deixa o caminho, pula uma cerca e uma sebe e entra num campo isolado. Dois homens esperam ali: um homem baixo e gordo e outro grande, sentado calmamente numa cadeira de campanha.

Snodgrass supõe que são o adversário e um médico, depois oferece conhaque a Winkle. Winkle toma um longo gole.

Winkle apresenta Snodgrass como seu amigo. O companheiro do doutor Slammer se curva e tira um estojo de pistolas.

Abrindo o estojo com frieza, o oficial diz que não há mais nada a discutir porque o pedido de desculpas foi recusado.

Snodgrass concorda, embora agora comece a se sentir desconfortável.

O oficial pede que Snodgrass avance.

English → Snodgrass concorda. Eles medem a distância e organizam o duelo.

O outro ajudante oferece suas próprias pistolas, que Snodgrass o viu carregar, e pergunta se ele se opõe a usá-las.

Snodgrass aceita com alívio porque mal sabe carregar uma pistola.

O oficial diz que podem posicionar os dois combatentes, falando com a calma de quem organiza peças de xadrez.

Snodgrass concorda porque nada sabe sobre duelos e aceitaria qualquer sugestão. Cada ajudante vai até seu combatente.

Snodgrass diz que tudo está pronto, entrega uma pistola a Winkle e pede sua capa.

O pobre Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass está com o pacote para seu pai.

Snodgrass diz que está seguro e aconselha Winkle a permanecer firme e ferir o adversário.

Winkle acha que esse conselho é como mandar um menino pequeno vencer uma briga de rua, o que só é útil se ele souber como. Tira devagar a capa, aceita a pistola e se aproxima do adversário enquanto os outros recuam.

English → Como Winkle é muito bondoso, fecha os olhos para evitar se ver machucando alguém. Por isso não vê o doutor Slammer olhar fixamente, recuar, esfregar os olhos e finalmente gritar para todos pararem.

Enquanto os outros correm para a frente, o doutor Slammer diz que Winkle não é o homem.

O ajudante do médico repete com surpresa que ele não é o homem.

Snodgrass também repete a afirmação.

O homem que segura a cadeira de campanha também repete.

O doutor Slammer diz com firmeza que Winkle não é a pessoa que o insultou na noite anterior.

O oficial chama a situação de muito estranha.

O homem da cadeira sugere com seriedade que, como Winkle veio ao campo, talvez as regras formais exijam tratá-lo como o culpado mesmo que não seja. Depois cheira rapé e parece sábio.

Ao ouvir que o duelo parou, Winkle abre os olhos e percebe que houve um engano. Decide que pode melhorar sua reputação escondendo por que realmente aceitou o desafio e avança com coragem.

English → Winkle admite que não é o homem e que já sabia disso.

O homem da cadeira diz que essa admissão insulta o doutor Slammer e lhes dá motivo para continuar o duelo.

O ajudante do médico manda Payne ficar quieto e pergunta a Winkle por que não explicou o engano naquela manhã.

O homem da cadeira concorda com a pergunta, irritado.

O ajudante pede novamente que Payne fique quieto e repete a pergunta a Winkle.

Winkle diz que o oficial descreveu um homem bêbado e grosseiro usando o mesmo casaco que ele criou como uniforme do Clube Pickwick. Para defender a honra do uniforme, Winkle aceitou o desafio sem fazer perguntas.

O médico amigável oferece a mão, elogia a coragem de Winkle e pede desculpas por causar um encontro inútil e inconveniente.

Winkle diz com educação que o médico não precisa mencionar isso.

O médico diz que terá orgulho de conhecer Winkle.

Winkle diz que o prazer será dele. Aperta as mãos do médico, do tenente Tappleton, de Payne e, por fim, de Snodgrass, que admira muito o amigo heroico.

English → O tenente Tappleton sugere que deixem o campo.

O médico concorda.

Payne pergunta se Winkle se sente insultado pelo desafio e quer satisfação.

Com grande generosidade, Winkle diz que já está totalmente satisfeito.

Payne então pergunta se Snodgrass se sente insultado por suas observações anteriores e se oferece para lutar com ele imediatamente.

Snodgrass agradece depressa a Payne pela oferta generosa, mas recusa porque está satisfeito com tudo. Os ajudantes guardam as pistolas, e todos partem muito mais alegres do que chegaram.

Enquanto caminham juntos como amigos, o doutor Slammer pergunta por quanto tempo Winkle ficará ali.

Winkle diz que provavelmente partirão depois de amanhã.

O médico convida Winkle e Snodgrass para uma noite agradável em seus aposentos depois do engano constrangedor e pergunta se estão livres naquela noite.

Winkle diz que têm amigos na hospedaria e não querem deixá-los. Convida o médico e seu amigo a se juntarem a eles no Bull.

English → O médico aceita com prazer e pergunta se dez horas é tarde demais para uma visita curta.

Winkle diz que não é tarde e que terá prazer em apresentá-lo a Pickwick e Tupman.

O doutor Slammer diz que ficará encantado, sem saber quem Tupman realmente é.

Snodgrass pede que o médico prometa que virá.

O médico diz que certamente virá.

Na estrada, trocam despedidas calorosas. O doutor Slammer e seus amigos voltam aos edifícios militares, enquanto Winkle e Snodgrass retornam à hospedaria.

# Capítulo III. Um Novo Conhecido - o Conto do Ator Ambulante - Uma Interrupção Incômoda e Um Encontro Desagradável

English → Pickwick se preocupa porque Winkle e Snodgrass estiveram misteriosamente ausentes durante toda a manhã. Recebe-os com carinho e pergunta o que aconteceu. Antes que Snodgrass explique, percebe Tupman, o companheiro da carruagem do dia anterior e outro homem estranho. O novo homem parece cansado e doente, com rosto amarelado, olhos fundos e brilhantes, cabelo preto bagunçado, lenço verde, casaco preto gasto, calças largas e botas grandes e velhas.

Winkle olha para o homem estranho enquanto Pickwick o apresenta como artista de teatro e amigo do companheiro de carruagem. O homem estava prestes a contar uma história do teatro quando Winkle entrou.

O homem de verde conta em voz baixa a Winkle que o visitante tem muitas histórias e representa papéis sérios. Não é bom ator, sofreu muito e é chamado de Jemmy Sombrio. Winkle e Snodgrass o recebem e se sentam com bebidas.

Pickwick pede que o homem sombrio continue a história que ia contar.

O homem tira do bolso um rolo de papel sujo. Ao ver o caderno de Snodgrass, pergunta com voz vazia se ele é o poeta.

English → Surpreso com a pergunta repentina, Snodgrass diz que escreve um pouco de poesia.

O homem sombrio diz que a poesia dá beleza à vida, assim como a luz e a música melhoram um palco. Sem essas belas ilusões, resta pouca coisa com que valha a pena se importar.

Snodgrass concorda que isso é muito verdadeiro.

O homem diz que ficar diante das luzes do palco é como admirar pessoas ricas em belas roupas. Atrás do palco, trabalhadores esquecidos criam essa beleza e precisam sobreviver ou passar fome conforme a sorte.

Como os olhos fundos do homem sombrio permanecem fixos nele, Snodgrass sente que precisa concordar.

O estranho incentiva Jemmy a continuar a história com clareza e animação.

Pickwick oferece outra bebida antes que ele comece.

O homem triste mistura conhaque com água, bebe metade, abre seus papéis e começa a ler e contar "A história do ator ambulante".

O narrador diz que sua história não é estranha nem mágica. A pobreza e a doença são infelizmente comuns. Ele escreve porque conheceu o homem durante anos e o viu cair passo a passo numa miséria sem esperança.

English → O homem era ator cômico e bebia sempre. Certa vez ganhou bom dinheiro, mas a bebida enfraqueceu seu corpo e destruiu sua carreira. Não resistia aos bares, perdeu todos os empregos e por fim ficou sem comida.

Ele se juntou a trabalhadores pobres que só conseguiam empregos temporários durante grandes espetáculos. Ganhava pouco ajudando em teatros baratos, mas gastava tudo em bebida. Logo até esse trabalho desapareceu, e ele quase morreu de fome.

Depois de um ano, o narrador o encontrou nos bastidores. O doente usava roupa de palhaço, mas seu corpo inchado, pernas finas, rosto pintado, cabeça trêmula e mãos fracas pareciam terríveis. Descreveu seu sofrimento e pediu dinheiro. O narrador lhe deu algumas moedas e depois ouviu a plateia rir quando o palhaço doente caiu no palco.

Algumas noites depois, um menino trouxe um bilhete sujo dizendo que o homem estava perigosamente doente e pedindo uma visita. Depois do espetáculo, o narrador foi à casa dele.

English → Era uma noite fria, molhada e ventosa. Ruas escuras estavam cheias de água, e muitos lampiões haviam apagado. Depois de alguma dificuldade, ele encontrou o quarto pobre acima de um depósito de carvão.

A esposa infeliz do homem o recebeu e disse que o marido acabara de adormecer. Conduziu-o em silêncio até uma cadeira ao lado da cama, enquanto o doente estava virado para a parede.

O quarto continha uma cama velha, cortinas rasgadas, fogo fraco, mesa quebrada, frascos de remédio e uma criança dormindo no chão. Alguns pratos e objetos antigos de teatro eram quase tudo o que a família possuía.

O narrador observou a respiração pesada e os movimentos febris do homem. A mão do doente tocou a dele, e ele se sentou de repente e ficou olhando.

A esposa explica que o visitante é o Sr. Hutley, a quem ele havia chamado.

O doente tenta se lembrar de Hutley, agarra seu pulso e implora que fique. Teme que a esposa vá assassiná-lo.

English → Hutley pergunta à esposa chorando há quanto tempo ele se comporta assim.

Ela diz que começou na noite anterior e pergunta ao marido se ele a reconhece.

O homem implora que Hutley a mantenha longe. Admite que bateu nela, deixou-a e ao filho com fome e agora teme vingança porque está indefeso.

Hutley entende a verdade ao olhar para o corpo pálido e magro da mulher. Pede que ela saia de vista porque sua presença não consegue acalmar o homem.

O doente pergunta com ansiedade se ela foi embora.

Hutley diz que sim e promete que ela não o machucará.

O homem diz que os olhos dela o enchem de um medo terrível. Chama-a de espírito maligno porque nenhuma mulher comum poderia ter sobrevivido à crueldade dele.

Hutley sente-se mal ao imaginar anos de crueldade e abandono. Não consegue oferecer esperança nem conforto ao homem.

Durante duas horas, o paciente se move sem parar e fala sem sentido. Quando fica parcialmente inconsciente, Hutley parte e promete voltar na noite seguinte e permanecer se necessário.

English → Hutley volta como prometido e encontra uma mudança assustadora. Os olhos do homem brilham, seus lábios estão secos e rachados, a pele queima, e a febre está no pior momento.

Hutley fica sentado durante horas ao lado do moribundo. Vê o corpo fraco que recentemente divertira multidões agora se contorcendo de dor terrível.

Em sua febre, o ator imagina teatros, bares, trabalho e bebida. Acredita que o impedem de atuar, canta velhas canções, representa na cama e pede um copo. Depois imagina túneis escuros, insetos, monstros, ferros quentes e cordas em sua cabeça.

Depois de um ataque violento, ele parece dormir. Então agarra o ombro de Hutley e se senta. A criança assustada corre para ele, mas a mãe a segura. O homem os reconhece, tenta falar e estender a mão, e então cai morto.

Os autores gostariam de registrar a opinião de Pickwick sobre a história, mas uma interrupção infeliz impede isso.

English → Pickwick coloca o copo na mesa e abre a boca para falar no momento em que o garçom entra.

O garçom anuncia alguns cavalheiros.

Pickwick talvez estivesse prestes a dizer algo importante. Olha com raiva para o garçom e depois para os outros, buscando informações.

Winkle diz que os visitantes são oficiais simpáticos que conheceu em circunstâncias estranhas naquela manhã. Pede que o garçom os faça entrar.

Pickwick volta a ficar calmo quando o garçom traz três cavalheiros.

Winkle começa a apresentar o tenente Tappleton, o doutor Payne e o doutor Slammer a Pickwick e aos outros.

Winkle para de repente porque Tupman e o doutor Slammer demonstram forte emoção.

O médico diz que já encontrou Tupman antes.

Winkle demonstra surpresa.

Slammer também reconhece o estranho e diz que o homem recusou seu convite urgente na noite anterior. Olha para ele com raiva e sussurra para Tappleton.

Tappleton reage com surpresa depois de ouvir a história.

O doutor Slammer confirma que é verdade.

English → O doutor Payne diz com seriedade que Slammer deve chutar o estranho imediatamente.

Tappleton manda Payne se calar e pergunta ao confuso Pickwick se o estranho pertence ao grupo.

Pickwick diz que não e explica que o homem é apenas hóspede deles.

Tappleton pergunta se o estranho pertence ao Clube Pickwick.

Pickwick afirma com firmeza que não.

Tappleton pergunta se o estranho usa o botão do clube.

O espantado Pickwick diz que nunca.

Tappleton começa a duvidar da memória de Slammer. Slammer parece zangado e confuso, enquanto Payne encara o inocente Pickwick com ferocidade.

Slammer pergunta de repente a Tupman se ele compareceu ao baile na noite anterior.

Tupman responde que sim em voz fraca enquanto olha para Pickwick.

O médico aponta para o estranho e diz que ele era o companheiro de Tupman.

Tupman admite.

Slammer exige novamente o cartão do estranho. Caso contrário, ameaça puni-lo fisicamente diante de todos.

Pickwick os interrompe e exige uma explicação. Ordena que Tupman conte a história.

English → Tupman admite brevemente que emprestou o casaco de Winkle depois do jantar e demonstra algum arrependimento. Depois deixa que o estranho se defenda.

Antes que o estranho consiga falar, Tappleton olha com atenção e pergunta se já o viu no teatro.

O estranho responde calmamente que sim.

Tappleton diz que o estranho é um ator ambulante numa peça apresentada por outro regimento. Diz a Slammer que um cavalheiro não pode continuar um duelo com tal homem.

O doutor Payne concorda totalmente.

Tappleton pede desculpas a Pickwick pela situação, mas aconselha que escolha seus companheiros com mais cuidado. Depois sai depressa.

O irritado Payne diz que teria puxado o nariz de Pickwick e de todos os outros homens presentes. Declara o próprio nome em voz alta e segue os amigos. Slammer parte depois de lançar um olhar terrível a todos.

Pickwick fica cheio de raiva e confusão. Quando a porta se fecha, corre atrás de Payne, mas Snodgrass agarra seu casaco e o puxa para trás.

English → Snodgrass pede ajuda e diz que Pickwick não deve arriscar sua importante vida por esse assunto.

Pickwick exige ser solto.

Snodgrass manda todos segurá-lo com força, e juntos obrigam Pickwick a sentar numa cadeira.

O estranho recomenda conhaque com água para o velho cavalheiro corajoso. Depois de provar a bebida, coloca o copo na boca de Pickwick.

Depois de uma breve pausa, a bebida acalma Pickwick e sua expressão amistosa retorna.

O contador de histórias triste diz que os oficiais não merecem a atenção de Pickwick.

Pickwick concorda e sente vergonha de sua raiva. Convida o homem a se juntar a eles à mesa.

Todos formam um círculo outra vez, e a paz retorna. Winkle continua um pouco irritado com o casaco emprestado, mas a noite termina tão alegre quanto começou.

# Capítulo IV. Um Dia de Manobras e Um Bivaque - Mais Novos Amigos - Um Convite para o Campo

English → Os editores admitem abertamente que os registros de outras pessoas fornecem suas informações. Eles apenas organizam e contam os fatos com clareza aos leitores que desejam conhecimento pickwickiano.

Com esse espírito, dizem que o caderno de Snodgrass fornece os detalhes deste capítulo e do próximo.

Bem cedo na manhã seguinte, Rochester e as cidades próximas estão cheias de animação. O exército realizará uma grande revista com vários regimentos, defesas temporárias, um ataque e uma explosão.

Pickwick admira muito o exército, e o evento agrada a todos os amigos. Logo caminham em direção ao campo com multidões de outras pessoas.

O campo parece importante e movimentado. Guardas protegem espaços, criados reservam lugares, oficiais correm por toda parte, e o coronel Bulder cavalga gritando sem motivo claro. Até os soldados comuns parecem sérios e misteriosos.

Pickwick, Winkle e Snodgrass esperam na frente da multidão durante duas horas desconfortáveis. As pessoas os empurram, pisam em seus pés, derrubam chapéus e fazem piadas grosseiras. Tupman desapareceu misteriosamente.

English → Um rugido anuncia a chegada do exército. Bandeiras aparecem, armas brilham, e soldados formam longas filas. Bandas tocam, cavalos saltam, cães latem, e a multidão grita enquanto milhares de soldados de casaco vermelho permanecem imóveis.

Pickwick esteve ocupado evitando cavalos e pessoas que caíam. Quando finalmente fica firme e vê toda a cena, fica encantado.

Ele pergunta a Winkle se algo poderia ser mais belo.

Winkle diz que nada poderia, embora dois homens baixos estivessem pisando em seus pés.

Snodgrass elogia poeticamente os soldados corajosos diante dos cidadãos pacíficos, com expressões gentis e inteligentes.

Pickwick gosta do elogio, mas os olhos dos soldados mostram pouca inteligência porque receberam ordem de olhar para a frente sem expressão.

Pickwick olha ao redor e diz que agora têm uma excelente posição. A multidão próxima se afastou.

Snodgrass e Winkle concordam que é excelente.

Pickwick ajusta os óculos e pergunta o que os soldados estão fazendo.

Empalidecendo, Winkle diz que acha que vão atirar.

English → Pickwick rapidamente chama isso de absurdo.

O preocupado Snodgrass também acha que vão atirar.

Pickwick diz que é impossível. Imediatamente, seis regimentos apontam para os Pickwickianos e disparam uma enorme salva que faz a terra tremer.

Sob o fogo de armas sem balas, Pickwick permanece calmo. Segura Winkle e fica entre os amigos, explicando que apenas o barulho pode prejudicar a audição.

O pálido Winkle teme que alguém tenha colocado uma bala verdadeira por engano. Acha que ouviu uma passar perto de seu ouvido.

Snodgrass sugere deitar de bruços no chão.

Pickwick diz que os tiros terminaram. Embora seu rosto esteja pálido e seu lábio trema, não demonstra medo nas palavras.

Os tiros param, mas então seis regimentos prendem as baionetas e correm diretamente em direção a Pickwick e seus amigos.

Até a grande coragem tem limites. Pickwick observa os soldados por um momento, depois se vira e se afasta tão depressa quanto suas pernas curtas permitem. Percebe o perigo completo tarde demais.

English → Outra linha de soldados espera do lado oposto para enfrentar o ataque falso. Pickwick e seus dois amigos ficam presos entre os exércitos que avançam e esperam.

Oficiais da linha que avança gritam com eles.

Oficiais da linha que espera mandam que saiam do caminho.

Os preocupados membros do Clube Pickwick gritaram e perguntaram para onde deveriam ir.

Alguém apenas gritou em resposta. Depois de confusão, passos pesados, uma batida e risos, os soldados se afastaram, e o sr. Pickwick caiu com as botas para o alto.

Snodgrass e Winkle também foram derrubados. Sentado no chão com o nariz sangrando, Winkle viu Pickwick correndo atrás do chapéu.

Poucas coisas fazem um homem parecer mais ridículo do que correr atrás do próprio chapéu. Ele deve segui-lo com cuidado, passar à frente, agarrá-lo depressa e sorrir como se tudo fosse uma brincadeira.

Um vento leve continuou levando o chapéu de Pickwick. Ele poderia ter ido longe demais, mas alguma coisa o deteve quando Pickwick estava prestes a desistir.

English → O chapéu bateu na roda de uma carruagem. Pickwick o pegou e parou para respirar. Então ouviu Tupman chamá-lo e viu algo surpreendente e agradável.

Uma carruagem aberta levava um senhor idoso, duas moças, um rapaz, uma mulher mais velha e Tupman. Uma grande cesta de comida estava presa atrás, e um garoto gordo de rosto vermelho dormia no banco do cocheiro.

Pickwick mal tinha olhado para aquele grupo interessante quando Tupman o chamou de novo.

Tupman chamou Pickwick e pediu que ele subisse depressa.

O senhor idoso o convidou a subir e mandou Joe baixar os degraus. O garoto gordo e sonolento abriu a porta da carruagem quando Snodgrass e Winkle chegaram.

O velho disse que havia lugar para todos. Ele puxou Pickwick e Snodgrass para dentro, enquanto Winkle se sentou ao lado de Joe, que logo adormeceu de novo.

O velho amigável disse que os conhecia de algumas noites no clube e que encontrara Tupman naquela manhã. Ele perguntou com simpatia como estavam.

English → Pickwick agradeceu o elogio e apertou a mão dele com entusiasmo.

O velho cumprimentou Snodgrass e Winkle, apresentou suas filhas e sua irmã solteira, Rachael Wardle, e brincou com a idade dela.

A srta. Wardle lançou ao irmão um sorriso de protesto.

O velho apresentou seu amigo, o sr. Trundle, e convidou todos a aproveitar o espetáculo. Todos ficaram de pé na carruagem para observar os soldados.

Os soldados fizeram exercícios complicados e dispararam canhões muito barulhentos. As mulheres assustadas precisaram do apoio dos homens, mas o garoto gordo dormiu durante todo o barulho.

Quando a apresentação da batalha terminou, o sr. Wardle mandou alguém beliscar a perna de Joe para acordá-lo e ordenou que o garoto abrisse a cesta de comida.

O beliscão acordou o garoto gordo. Ele desceu e esvaziou a cesta muito mais depressa do que todos esperavam.

Todos se apertaram na carruagem depois de muitas brincadeiras sobre onde as mulheres deveriam se sentar. O sr. Wardle então recebeu de Joe e passou a comida para dentro.

English → Wardle pediu facas e garfos a Joe, e todos receberam os talheres.

Wardle então pediu os pratos, que foram distribuídos da mesma maneira.

Wardle pediu os frangos, mas Joe tinha adormecido de novo. Depois que algumas batidas na cabeça o acordaram, ele começou a passar a comida.

A palavra 'comida' despertou completamente o garoto gordo. Seus olhos brilharam de desejo enquanto ele esvaziava a cesta.

Wardle mandou Joe se apressar, pois o garoto contemplava com carinho um frango gordo. Joe suspirou e o entregou contra a vontade.

Wardle pediu depressa língua, torta de pombo, vitela, presunto, lagostas, salada e molho. Logo havia pratos nas mãos e nos joelhos de todos.

Quando todos começaram a comer, o alegre sr. Wardle perguntou se a refeição estava excelente.

Winkle, que cortava um frango no banco do cocheiro, disse que estava excelente.

Alguém ofereceu a Winkle uma taça de vinho.

Winkle aceitou o vinho com muito prazer.

Wardle sugeriu que Winkle ficasse com uma garrafa inteira no banco alto.

English → Winkle agradeceu pela gentileza.

Wardle chamou Joe.

Joe respondeu porque estava acordado dessa vez, depois de pegar escondido uma pequena torta de vitela.

Wardle mandou Joe dar uma garrafa de vinho a Winkle e cumprimentou o convidado com entusiasmo.

Winkle agradeceu, esvaziou a taça e colocou a garrafa ao seu lado.

O sr. Trundle pediu com educação que Winkle bebesse com ele.

Winkle concordou com prazer. Os dois beberam juntos, e depois todos, inclusive as mulheres, tomaram uma rodada de vinho.

A tia solteira comentou com ciúme ao ouvido de Wardle que Emily estava flertando com o cavalheiro desconhecido.

Wardle disse que o comportamento de Emily era natural e ofereceu vinho a Pickwick, que aceitou enquanto examinava atentamente a torta de pombo.

A tia disse a Emily, com ar de superioridade, que não falasse tão alto.

Emily protestou, surpresa com o comentário da tia.

Isabella sussurrou que a tia queria o senhor mais velho só para ela. As irmãs riram, enquanto a tia não conseguiu parecer simpática.

English → A srta. Wardle disse a Tupman que as moças tinham energia demais, como se ser animada fosse um crime grave.

Tupman concordou, mas não como ela esperava. Ele disse que a energia delas era encantadora.

A srta. Wardle soltou um som de dúvida.

Com seu jeito mais gentil, Tupman tocou o pulso de Rachael, ergueu a garrafa de vinho e pediu licença para servi-la.

Rachael reagiu ao olhar sério de Tupman e disse temer que outros canhões disparassem, pois talvez precisasse novamente do apoio dele.

A tia perguntou baixinho a Tupman se ele achava bonitas suas queridas sobrinhas.

Tupman respondeu que acharia, se a tia delas não estivesse ali, e lançou a ela um olhar apaixonado.

Rachael chamou Tupman de atrevido e sugeriu que suas sobrinhas talvez fossem bonitas à luz de velas se tivessem a pele melhor.

Tupman respondeu sem muito interesse que achava que talvez fossem.

Rachael o chamou de brincalhão e afirmou que sabia o que ele estava prestes a dizer.

English → Tupman perguntou o que ela queria dizer, embora não tivesse planejado dizer nada.

Rachael disse que ele havia notado que Isabel curvava as costas. Concordou que isso deixava uma moça feia e disse que Isabel ficaria horrível quando fosse mais velha.

Tupman ficou feliz por parecer inteligente com tanta facilidade, então fez um olhar entendido e deu um sorriso misterioso.

Rachael admirou o sorriso irônico dele e disse que quase tinha medo dele.

Tupman repetiu, surpreso, que ela tinha medo dele.

Rachael disse que ele não conseguia esconder nada dela e que ela entendia seu sorriso.

Tupman perguntou o que o sorriso significava, pois ele mesmo não fazia ideia.

Rachael sussurrou que Tupman considerava a ousadia de Emily pior que a má postura de Isabella. Ela afirmou que o comportamento de Emily a fazia chorar e partiria o coração de seu irmão confiante.

Emily sussurrou para Isabella que a tia certamente falava mal delas, pois parecia muito maldosa.

English → Isabella reagiu e chamou a tia com doçura.

A tia respondeu a Isabella com carinho.

Isabella fingiu temer que a tia pegasse um resfriado e ofereceu um lenço para sua querida cabeça velha, lembrando-a de considerar a própria idade.

A resposta cruel talvez fosse merecida, mas a tia provavelmente teria reagido com raiva se Wardle não tivesse mudado de assunto ao chamar Joe.

O senhor idoso reclamou que Joe tinha adormecido de novo.

Pickwick achou o garoto muito estranho e perguntou se ele sempre dormia daquele jeito.

Wardle disse que Joe estava sempre dormindo, até ao fazer tarefas ou servir à mesa.

Pickwick disse que aquilo era muito estranho.

Wardle chamou Joe com orgulho de maravilha da natureza e disse que jamais abriria mão dele. Depois mandou Joe retirar os pratos e abrir outra garrafa.

Joe acordou, engoliu a torta que ainda tinha na boca e retirou lentamente a refeição. Todos terminaram outra garrafa, guardaram a cesta e assistiram a mais exercícios militares antes de os soldados e os convidados partirem.

English → No final, Wardle apertou a mão de Pickwick e lembrou que todos se encontrariam no dia seguinte.

Pickwick confirmou com firmeza que eles iriam.

Wardle perguntou se Pickwick tinha o endereço.

Pickwick consultou o caderno e leu o endereço: Fazenda Manor, Dingley Dell.

Wardle insistiu para que ficassem uma semana e prometeu mostrar a verdadeira vida no campo. Depois mandou o sonolento Joe ajudar a prender os cavalos à carruagem.

Os cavalos foram preparados, todos se despediram e a carruagem partiu. À luz do pôr do sol, os membros do Clube Pickwick viram Joe dormindo mais uma vez.

# Capítulo V. Um Capítulo Curto - Mostrando, Entre Outros Assuntos, Como o Sr. Pickwick Se Incumbiu de Conduzir, e o Sr. Winkle de Montar, e Como Ambos o Fizeram

English → Em uma manhã clara e agradável, Pickwick se inclinou sobre a ponte de Rochester, apreciando a bela paisagem enquanto esperava o café da manhã.

Abaixo da ponte havia velhas muralhas em ruínas e um castelo antigo. Campos, pastos, moinhos e igrejas se estendiam ao lado do rio Medway, enquanto barcos de pesca avançavam devagar pela água brilhante.

Um suspiro profundo e um toque no ombro interromperam os pensamentos agradáveis de Pickwick. Ele se virou e viu o homem sombrio ao seu lado.

O homem sombrio perguntou se Pickwick estava admirando a paisagem.

Pickwick respondeu que sim.

O homem perguntou se Pickwick também estava satisfeito por ter acordado tão cedo.

Pickwick fez que sim com a cabeça.

O homem sombrio disse que é preciso levantar cedo para ver o sol em seu melhor momento, pois seu brilho raramente dura o dia inteiro. Ele comparou a manhã à juventude.

Pickwick disse que o homem falava a verdade.

O homem sombrio disse que uma bela manhã muitas vezes não dura, assim como a felicidade na vida. Desejava poder voltar à infância ou esquecê-la para sempre.

English → Pickwick disse com bondade que o homem devia ter sofrido muito.

O homem sombrio concordou depressa. Disse que sofrera mais do que qualquer pessoa que o visse poderia imaginar, e então fez uma pausa antes de continuar.

Ele perguntou a Pickwick se, em uma manhã como aquela, já havia pensado que morrer afogado poderia trazer felicidade e paz.

Pickwick respondeu com firmeza que não e se afastou da grade, com medo de que o homem sombrio o empurrasse como experiência.

O homem sombrio disse que a água calma parecia convidá-lo a descansar. Um salto e uma luta breve, afirmou, acabariam para sempre com toda a dor; então sua agitação desapareceu.

Ele encerrou o assunto sombrio e disse que queria falar de outra coisa. Lembrou Pickwick do texto que lera em voz alta duas noites antes.

Pickwick concordou e começou a explicar o que havia pensado.

O homem sombrio o interrompeu porque não queria opinião. Perguntou se Pickwick mostraria ao clube um manuscrito estranho, porém verdadeiro, sobre a vida real.

English → Pickwick concordou e disse que o manuscrito poderia entrar nos registros oficiais do clube.

O homem sombrio prometeu enviá-lo e anotou a rota de viagem de Pickwick em um caderno engordurado. Recusou o convite para o café da manhã e saiu lentamente da hospedaria.

Os três amigos de Pickwick estavam acordados e esperavam por ele. Sentaram-se à convidativa mesa do café da manhã e comeram depressa presunto, ovos e outros alimentos.

Pickwick pergunta como devem viajar até Manor Farm.

Tupman sugere perguntar ao garçom, então eles o chamam.

O garçom diz que Dingley Dell fica a quinze milhas por uma estrada rural e sugere uma carruagem alugada.

Pickwick diz que essa carruagem comporta apenas duas pessoas.

O garçom sugere uma carruagem de quatro rodas e então percebe que ela só comporta três pessoas, incluindo o cocheiro.

Snodgrass pergunta o que podem fazer.

Olhando para Winkle, o garçom sugere que um cavalheiro vá a cavalo. Um criado de Manor Farm poderá devolver o animal depois.

English → Pickwick gosta da ideia e pede que Winkle vá a cavalo.

Winkle duvida em segredo de sua habilidade para cavalgar, mas não quer que ninguém saiba. Diz com coragem que adoraria ir a cavalo.

Winkle escolheu seu destino e agora não pode escapar.

Pickwick manda preparar os cavalos e a carruagem para as onze.

O garçom concorda.

Depois do café da manhã, os viajantes vão aos quartos para arrumar roupas para a viagem.

Pickwick termina de arrumar as coisas e observa a rua. O garçom anuncia a carruagem, que então aparece diante da janela.

A carruagem é uma pequena caixa verde sobre quatro rodas, com assentos atrás e um banco alto na frente. Um enorme cavalo marrom a puxa, e outro grande cavalo espera Winkle.

Enquanto colocam os casacos na carruagem, Pickwick percebe de repente que não têm cocheiro.

Tupman diz que Pickwick dirigirá, é claro.

Snodgrass concorda.

Pickwick reage com alarme à ideia.

O empregado do estábulo diz que não há perigo porque o cavalo é tão calmo que até um bebê poderia conduzi-lo.

English → Pickwick pergunta se o cavalo se assusta facilmente.

O empregado diz que ele não se assustaria nem com uma carroça cheia de macacos feridos.

Isso os convence. Tupman e Snodgrass sentam atrás, enquanto Pickwick sobe para o banco alto do cocheiro.

O empregado do estábulo manda seu ajudante William entregar as rédeas a Pickwick.

William coloca as rédeas na mão esquerda de Pickwick, e o outro empregado lhe entrega um chicote.

Pickwick grita para o cavalo parar quando ele tenta recuar contra a janela do hotel.

Tupman e Snodgrass repetem a ordem lá de trás.

O empregado diz que o cavalo está apenas brincando. William o segura enquanto o outro vai ajudar Winkle a montar.

O empregado manda Winkle montar pelo outro lado.

Um rapaz sorridente sussurra que Winkle estava tentando subir pelo lado errado.

Depois de receber instruções, Winkle sobe na sela com muita dificuldade.

Pickwick pergunta se tudo está pronto, embora tenha certeza de que não está.

English → Winkle diz em voz fraca que tudo está pronto.

Os empregados soltam os cavalos. A carruagem e Winkle partem enquanto todos no pátio do hotel observam com diversão.

Snodgrass pergunta por que o cavalo de Winkle está andando de lado.

Winkle diz que não consegue imaginar. Seu cavalo continua andando de lado, com a cabeça e a cauda voltadas para lados opostos da rua.

Pickwick está ocupado demais controlando o cavalo da carruagem para perceber. O animal puxa com força, salta de repente para a beira da estrada, para e depois corre sem controle.

Depois que isso acontece vinte vezes, Snodgrass pergunta o que o cavalo pretende com aquilo.

Tupman diz que parece que o cavalo está assustado. Antes que Snodgrass responda, Pickwick grita.

Pickwick diz que deixou cair o chicote.

Snodgrass pede que Winkle o pegue. Winkle luta para parar o cavalo, desce, devolve o chicote e se prepara para montar de novo.

Assim que Winkle toca as rédeas, o cavalo solta a cabeça e recua até esticar as rédeas por completo.

English → Winkle fala com carinho, mas o cavalo se afasta sempre que ele se aproxima. Durante dez minutos, os dois giram um ao redor do outro, mantendo a mesma distância.

Winkle grita que não consegue montar e pergunta o que deve fazer.

Pickwick aconselha que ele conduza o cavalo até encontrarem um portão.

Winkle grita que o cavalo se recusa a segui-lo e implora que Pickwick ajude a segurá-lo.

O bondoso Pickwick solta as rédeas da carruagem, desce, coloca o veículo junto à cerca e vai ajudar Winkle.

Ao ver Pickwick com o chicote, o cavalo de Winkle recua depressa e arrasta Winkle. Quando Winkle solta as rédeas, o animal se vira calmamente e volta a Rochester. Os dois homens se encaram até ouvirem outro veículo em movimento.

Pickwick grita que o cavalo da carruagem está fugindo.

As rédeas soltas e o barulho assustam o cavalo, que dispara com Tupman e Snodgrass. Eles saltam para uma cerca antes que a carruagem atinja uma ponte de madeira e se despedace.

English → Pickwick e Winkle tiram os amigos da cerca. Eles estão com roupas rasgadas e arranhões, mas não têm ferimentos graves. O grupo remove o equipamento do cavalo e segue a pé, deixando a carruagem quebrada.

Depois de uma hora, chegam a uma pequena hospedaria à beira da estrada, cercada por velhos galpões e feno. Pickwick chama um homem ruivo que trabalha no jardim.

O homem se levanta, protege os olhos da luz e os observa devagar.

Pickwick chama novamente.

O homem ruivo responde com o mesmo chamado.

Pickwick pergunta a que distância fica Dingley Dell.

O homem diz que fica a mais de sete milhas.

Pickwick pergunta se a estrada é boa.

O homem diz que não e volta ao trabalho. Pickwick pergunta se podem deixar o cavalo ali.

O homem repete a pergunta enquanto se apoia na ferramenta.

Pickwick confirma e leva o cavalo para mais perto.

O homem ruivo sai do jardim, examina o cavalo e chama a esposa em voz alta.

English → Uma mulher alta e magra, usando um casaco azul grosseiro, responde.

Tupman pergunta com educação se podem deixar o cavalo. A mulher examina o grupo enquanto o homem sussurra para ela.

Depois de pensar, ela se recusa porque tem medo do cavalo.

Pickwick pergunta do que ela poderia ter medo.

Ela diz que um cavalo causou problemas antes e se recusa a se envolver.

O espantado Pickwick chama isso de acontecimento mais estranho de sua vida.

Winkle sugere em voz baixa que o casal acredita que eles roubaram o cavalo.

Pickwick reage com raiva, e Winkle repete sua ideia.

Pickwick pergunta diretamente ao homem ruivo se ele acha que eles o roubaram.

O homem sorri muito, diz ter certeza de que sim, entra na casa e bate a porta.

Pickwick chama a situação de sonho horrível: precisam caminhar o dia inteiro com um cavalo terrível que não podem deixar em lugar algum. O grupo infeliz continua com o animal odiado atrás deles.

English → No fim da tarde, entram na estrada de Manor Farm. Suas roupas rasgadas, rostos arranhados, sapatos empoeirados, aparência cansada e o cavalo indesejado os fazem parecer absurdos. Pickwick pensa com raiva em matar ou soltar o cavalo até que o Sr. Wardle e o menino gordo aparecem.

Wardle diz que esperou o dia inteiro e pergunta sobre os arranhões e o acidente. Acorda Joe e manda que leve o cavalo ao estábulo.

O menino gordo leva o cavalo devagar. Wardle ouve com compaixão parte da história e os conduz à cozinha.

Wardle promete arrumá-los e então pede licor de cereja, materiais de costura, toalhas e água.

Várias jovens fortes correm para buscar os objetos. Dois homens perto do fogo trazem graxa e escovas.

Todos trabalham depressa. Uma jovem serve a bebida, outra traz toalhas, um homem escova com força as botas de Pickwick, e o outro escova Winkle como um cavalo.

English → Depois de se lavar, Snodgrass bebe licor de cereja e observa a grande cozinha. Presuntos, bacon, cebolas, equipamentos de montaria, uma velha arma carregada, um relógio antigo e um relógio de bolso de prata a decoram.

Quando todos estão limpos, com as roupas consertadas, escovados e servidos com licor, Wardle pergunta se estão prontos.

Pickwick diz que estão totalmente prontos.

Eles seguem Wardle por corredores escuros. Tupman se junta ao grupo depois de ficar para trás a fim de roubar um beijo de Emma e receber empurrões e arranhões em troca.

Wardle abre a porta e recebe os cavalheiros com carinho em Manor Farm.

# Capítulo VI. Uma Partida de Cartas À Moda Antiga - os Versos do Clérigo - a História do Regresso do Forçado

English → Os convidados se levantam para receber Pickwick e seus amigos. Durante as apresentações, Pickwick estuda a aparência de todos e imagina suas personalidades.

A mãe muito idosa de Wardle se senta no lugar de honra perto do fogo. A família a cerca com uma corneta auditiva, frutas, remédio e almofadas. Diante dela estão o bondoso religioso local, sua esposa alegre e vários outros convidados idosos e sérios.

Wardle apresenta o Sr. Pickwick à mãe em voz alta.

A velha senhora diz que não consegue ouvi-lo.

As duas jovens gritam o nome de Pickwick para a avó.

A velha senhora diz que isso não importa porque Pickwick provavelmente não se interessa por alguém tão idosa.

Pickwick segura a mão dela e diz em voz alta que está encantado ao ver uma mulher de sua idade liderando uma família tão boa e parecendo jovem e saudável.

Depois de uma pausa, a velha senhora diz que as palavras podem ser bonitas, mas ela não consegue ouvi-lo.

English → Isabella explica em voz baixa que a avó está irritada, mas falará com Pickwick mais tarde.

Pickwick aceita com bondade o problema da idade e começa a conversar com os outros convidados.

Pickwick diz que o lugar é encantador.

Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle concordam.

Wardle diz que também acha o lugar encantador.

Um homem pequeno e sério declara com firmeza que nenhum lugar em Kent é melhor e olha ao redor com orgulho, como se tivesse vencido uma discussão.

Depois de uma pausa, o homem repete que nenhum lugar em Kent é melhor.

O homem gordo acrescentou com seriedade: - Exceto Mullins's Meadows.

O outro homem repetiu "Mullins's Meadows!" com grande desprezo.

O homem gordo repetiu com firmeza que se referia a Mullins's Meadows.

Outro homem gordo disse que aquela era uma terra realmente boa.

Um terceiro homem gordo concordou que certamente era.

O corpulento anfitrião disse que todos sabiam disso.

O homem prático olhou ao redor com incerteza. Quando viu que todos discordavam dele, mostrou pena deles e ficou calado.

English → A velha senhora perguntou em voz alta a uma neta o que os homens discutiam. Como muitas pessoas surdas, não percebeu que todos podiam ouvi-la.

A neta disse que eles falavam sobre as terras.

A avó perguntou o que havia de errado com as terras.

A jovem disse que nada estava errado. O Sr. Miller apenas afirmara que as terras deles eram melhores que Mullins's Meadows.

A velha senhora perguntou com raiva como Miller podia saber alguma coisa sobre aquilo. Chamou-o em voz alta de orgulhoso e tolo, depois o encarou com ferocidade sem saber que ele ouvira tudo.

Desejando mudar de assunto, o ativo anfitrião perguntou ao Sr. Pickwick se queria jogar cartas.

O Sr. Pickwick disse que gostaria muito, mas pediu que não organizassem um jogo apenas por causa dele.

O Sr. Wardle garantiu que sua mãe adorava uma partida de cartas e pediu que ela confirmasse.

A velha senhora ouviu muito bem esse assunto e concordou com entusiasmo.

English → Wardle chamou Joe e ordenou que ele preparasse as mesas de cartas quando o rapaz finalmente apareceu.

Sem precisar de novas ordens, o rapaz sonolento preparou duas mesas: uma para Pope Joan e outra para uíste. Pickwick, a velha senhora, Miller e o cavalheiro gordo jogaram uíste, enquanto os demais participaram do outro jogo.

Os jogadores de uíste trataram a partida com grande seriedade. A outra mesa estava barulhenta e alegre, o que distraiu o Sr. Miller. Ele cometeu vários erros, irritando muito o cavalheiro gordo e divertindo a velha senhora.

Depois de ganhar a última rodada, Miller disse com orgulho que ninguém poderia ter jogado melhor.

A velha senhora perguntou ao Sr. Pickwick se Miller deveria ter usado seu trunfo sobre a carta de ouros.

O Sr. Pickwick assentiu em concordância.

O infeliz Miller perguntou ao parceiro, com incerteza, se realmente deveria ter feito aquilo.

Com uma voz terrível, o cavalheiro gordo disse que Miller deveria ter feito isso.

English → Envergonhado e abatido, Miller pediu desculpas.

O cavalheiro gordo reclamou que o pedido de desculpas era inútil.

O Sr. Pickwick contou os pontos e disse que agora tinham oito.

Antes da rodada seguinte, a velha senhora perguntou a Pickwick se ele podia aumentar a pontuação.

Pickwick disse que podia e anunciou uma dupla, uma simples e a partida vencedora.

O Sr. Miller reclamou que ninguém jamais vira tamanha sorte.

O cavalheiro gordo disse que ninguém jamais vira cartas como aquelas.

Seguiu-se o silêncio. Pickwick parecia divertido, a velha senhora estava séria, o cavalheiro gordo estava irritado e Miller, assustado.

A velha senhora registrou com orgulho outra dupla, colocando moedas sob o castiçal.

O Sr. Pickwick disse ao cavalheiro gordo que era uma dupla.

O cavalheiro gordo respondeu com irritação que já sabia.

A partida seguinte terminou do mesmo modo, e o azarado Miller quebrou uma regra. O cavalheiro gordo ficou extremamente zangado. Depois do jogo, sentou-se calado num canto por oitenta e sete minutos. Então voltou e ofereceu rapé a Pickwick, mostrando que decidira perdoar. A velha senhora de repente ouvia melhor, enquanto Miller se sentia totalmente desconfortável.

English → O outro jogo de cartas continuou alegre. Isabella jogava com o Sr. Trundle, Emily com Snodgrass, e Tupman flertava com a tia solteira. As brincadeiras de Wardle mantinham todos rindo, até quem primeiro parecia irritado. Snodgrass sussurrava poesias para Emily, levando os outros a brincar sobre casamento. Winkle repetia piadas da cidade que eram novas no campo, e todos o elogiavam. O bondoso clérigo estava feliz porque as risadas barulhentas em volta da mesa eram sinceras e vinham do coração.

Os jogos alegres fizeram a noite passar depressa. Depois de uma ceia simples, mas farta, todos se sentaram juntos ao redor do fogo. O Sr. Pickwick achou que nunca se sentira tão feliz nem tão disposto a aproveitar o momento presente.

Wardle sentou-se ao lado da mãe, segurando sua mão. Disse que aquelas noites junto à velha lareira eram os momentos mais felizes de sua vida. Amava tanto o lugar que mantinha um grande fogo aceso todas as noites. Sua mãe se sentara ali num pequeno banco quando era menina.

English → Ao recordar a felicidade de muito tempo atrás, a velha senhora sorriu com tristeza e uma lágrima correu por seu rosto.

Wardle pediu desculpas por falar tanto sobre sua casa. Amava profundamente a velha construção, os campos e a igreja coberta de hera, que pareciam amigos vivos. Contou que o clérigo escrevera uma canção sobre a igreja quando chegara. Depois perguntou se Snodgrass precisava de mais bebida.

Snodgrass disse que seu copo estava cheio. Seu interesse de poeta aumentara, por isso perguntou sobre a canção da hera.

Wardle apontou para o clérigo com a cabeça e disse que Snodgrass deveria perguntar a ele.

O Sr. Snodgrass pediu educadamente que o clérigo recitasse a canção.

O clérigo disse que era apenas um pequeno poema escrito quando ele era jovem. Mesmo assim, concordou em recitá-lo se desejassem.

Todos mostraram interesse. Com alguns lembretes da esposa, o velho clérigo iniciou o poema e anunciou seu título.

English → A hera verde é uma planta especial que cresce sobre ruínas antigas. Alimenta-se de paredes quebradas, pedras gastas e do pó criado pelos anos. Entra lentamente em lugares onde nenhuma outra vida pode ser vista.

A forte e velha hera avança depressa sem ter asas. Enrola-se com firmeza em sua amiga, a grande árvore de carvalho. Também segue em silêncio pelo chão e move as folhas sobre a terra rica dos túmulos onde a morte esteve.

Eras e nações desapareceram, mas a saudável hera verde permanece. Ela vive do passado, pois até o maior edifício feito pelas pessoas finalmente se torna alimento para essa velha planta.

O clérigo repetiu o poema para que Snodgrass pudesse anotá-lo. Pickwick estudou o rosto do velho com grande interesse. Quando o poema terminou e Snodgrass guardou o caderno, Pickwick falou.

Pickwick pediu desculpas por perguntar depois de tão pouco tempo de amizade. Disse que, durante seu trabalho como ministro religioso, o clérigo devia ter visto muitas pessoas e acontecimentos dignos de registro.

English → O clérigo concordou que vira alguns, mas disse que eram acontecimentos simples e comuns porque trabalhava numa região muito pequena.

Wardle, desejando que o amigo entretivesse os visitantes, perguntou se ele escrevera notas sobre John Edmunds.

O clérigo assentiu de leve e tentou mudar de assunto, mas Pickwick voltou a falar.

Pickwick perguntou educadamente quem era John Edmunds.

Snodgrass disse com entusiasmo que queria fazer a mesma pergunta.

O alegre anfitrião disse ao clérigo que ele não podia mais escapar. Teria de satisfazer a curiosidade deles, por isso deveria contar a história naquele momento.

O clérigo sorriu e puxou a cadeira para a frente. Todos se aproximaram, especialmente Tupman e a tia solteira. Ajustaram a corneta acústica da velha senhora e acordaram Miller com um beliscão sob a mesa. Então o clérigo iniciou a história que o editor chama de:

Quando o clérigo se estabeleceu na aldeia, vinte e cinco anos antes, a pior pessoa dali era um fazendeiro chamado Edmunds. Ele era preguiçoso, violento, cruel e vivia bêbado. Apenas alguns maus companheiros passavam tempo com ele. Todos os demais o temiam, odiavam e evitavam.

English → Edmunds tinha esposa e um filho de doze anos. Sua bondosa mulher sofria terrivelmente, mas criava o menino com paciência. O clérigo acreditava que Edmunds passara anos tentando destruir o coração dela. Mesmo assim, ela suportava tudo pelo filho e até pelo marido, pois lembrava o homem que amara no passado.

A família era pobre por causa do comportamento de Edmunds, mas sua esposa trabalhava sem parar para evitar que passassem fome. Seus esforços eram pagos com violência. Os vizinhos ouviam seu choro e o som de golpes à noite. Mais de uma vez, o menino escapou do pai bêbado indo à casa de um vizinho depois da meia-noite.

Embora muitas vezes carregasse sinais de violência, a Sra. Edmunds ia à igreja com o filho todos os domingos. Suas roupas eram pobres, mas estavam sempre limpas. Todos falavam com bondade com ela. Às vezes, enquanto observava o menino saudável brincando depois da cerimônia, seu rosto cansado mostrava gratidão e um pouco de paz.

English → Cinco ou seis anos depois, o menino se tornara um jovem forte, enquanto sua mãe enfraquecera. Mas ele já não se sentava ao lado dela na igreja. Ela mantinha o lugar e a Bíblia dele prontos, mas ninguém lia com ela e suas lágrimas cobriam a página. Evitava os vizinhos bondosos e voltava depressa para casa, sozinha.

O filho se lembrava de todos os sacrifícios da mãe, dos insultos e da violência que ela sofrera por ele. Mesmo assim, ignorou o coração partido dela, juntou-se a homens perversos e seguiu um caminho perigoso que poderia trazer a morte para ele e vergonha para ela.

A desgraça da mulher logo se tornou completa. Depois de vários crimes locais, um roubo grave levou a uma busca cuidadosa. O jovem Edmunds e três companheiros foram presos. Ele foi julgado, considerado culpado e condenado à morte.

Quando o juiz anunciou a sentença, o grito terrível de uma mulher encheu o tribunal. O grito da mãe assustou Edmunds mais do que o julgamento ou a morte próxima. Sua expressão dura se desfez, seu rosto ficou pálido e seu corpo forte tremeu.

English → Em sua dor terrível, a mãe caiu de joelhos diante do clérigo. Pediu a Deus que acabasse com seu sofrimento e salvasse seu único filho. Depois de uma violenta explosão de tristeza, seu coração começou a falhar, mas ela nunca reclamou.

Todos os dias, no pátio da prisão, a mãe tentava com amor e súplicas amolecer o coração duro do filho. Não conseguiu, e ele permaneceu teimoso e frio. Mesmo quando sua pena de morte foi trocada por catorze anos numa colônia penal distante, seu comportamento não mudou.

Seu espírito paciente já não conseguia vencer a fraqueza do corpo. Ela adoeceu. Tentou sair da cama e visitar o filho mais uma vez, mas caiu no chão sem forças.

Quando sua mãe deixou de visitá-lo por três dias, a frieza de Edmunds finalmente desapareceu. Ele partiria em vinte e quatro horas e talvez nunca mais a visse. As lembranças do amor dela voltaram, e ele soube que ela estava gravemente doente a apenas uma milha dali. Sem poder escapar da prisão, sacudiu o portão de ferro, golpeou as paredes e chorou como uma criança.

English → O clérigo levou ao filho o perdão e a bênção da mãe. Também levou o profundo arrependimento de Edmunds e seu pedido de perdão ao leito dela. O prisioneiro fez muitos planos para cuidar da mãe depois de voltar, mas o clérigo sabia que ela morreria muito antes de ele chegar à colônia penal.

Edmunds foi levado durante a noite. Algumas semanas depois, sua mãe morreu e, segundo o clérigo, encontrou a paz eterna. Ele a enterrou no pequeno cemitério da igreja. Nenhuma pedra marcava o túmulo; as pessoas conheciam seu sofrimento, mas apenas Deus conhecia toda a sua bondade.

Antes de partir, Edmunds prometera escrever à mãe por meio do clérigo. Seu pai se recusou a vê-lo depois da prisão e não se importava se ele vivia. Anos se passaram sem uma carta. Depois de mais de sete anos, o clérigo acreditou que Edmunds estava morto e quase desejou que fosse verdade.

Edmunds fora enviado para uma região distante no interior, o que talvez explique por que nenhuma carta chegou. Permaneceu ali durante os catorze anos. Quando a pena terminou, cumpriu a promessa feita à mãe. Apesar de incontáveis dificuldades, voltou à Inglaterra e caminhou até sua aldeia natal.

English → Numa bela noite de domingo em agosto, Edmunds voltou à aldeia que deixara com vergonha dezessete anos antes. Ao atravessar o cemitério da igreja, lembrou-se de segurar a mão da mãe, ver suas lágrimas, ouvir sua voz suave e brincar ali quando criança. Então toda a bondade dela sem resposta, seus avisos ignorados e as promessas quebradas encheram sua mente até ele não aguentar mais.

Edmunds entrou na igreja vazia depois da cerimônia da noite. Tudo parecia conhecido, mas menor. Viu os antigos monumentos, o púlpito e o altar, depois se aproximou do velho lugar de sua mãe. A almofada e a Bíblia haviam desaparecido. Com medo de que ela estivesse morta, afastou-se tremendo. Na entrada encontrou o velho que antes cavava sepulturas ali e temeu ser reconhecido.

O velho apenas desejou boa noite ao desconhecido e continuou andando. Ele havia esquecido Edmunds.

Edmunds atravessou a aldeia tranquila enquanto as pessoas descansavam diante de suas casas. Observava com nervosismo para ver se alguém o reconheceria e evitaria. Reconheceu antigos colegas de escola que agora tinham filhos e trabalhadores fortes que haviam se tornado velhos e fracos. Mas ninguém o reconheceu, e ele continuou sozinho.

English → Ao pôr do sol, Edmunds chegou à casa de sua infância, com a qual sonhara durante anos de prisão e tristeza. A cerca e o jardim pareciam menores, mas as velhas árvores permaneciam. Vozes alegres e desconhecidas vinham da casa, e crianças correram para brincar com seu pai carinhoso. Edmunds lembrou-se de se esconder ali do próprio pai violento e de ouvir a mãe chorar. Partiu soluçando, mas também cheio de uma raiva feroz.

Esse era o retorno ao lar que Edmunds imaginara durante muitos anos dolorosos. Ninguém o recebeu nem perdoou, nenhuma casa o acolheu e nenhuma mão ofereceu ajuda. Nem mesmo sua solidão nas florestas selvagens e distantes fora tão terrível quanto aquilo.

Na distante colônia penal, Edmunds imaginara sua aldeia como era quando partiu. Não pensara em como ela mudaria. A verdade destruiu sua coragem. Sem conseguir fazer perguntas nem visitar a única pessoa que talvez o recebesse com bondade, deixou a estrada, entrou num campo conhecido, cobriu o rosto e caiu sobre a grama.

English → Edmunds não notara um homem deitado por perto. Quando o homem se moveu para observá-lo, Edmunds levantou a cabeça.

O homem se sentou. Seu corpo era curvado, seu rosto amarelo e enrugado, e as roupas mostravam que vivia no asilo de pobres. A doença e a vida ruim faziam-no parecer muito velho. Enquanto encarava Edmunds, seus olhos sem brilho se encheram de um medo estranho. Edmunds se ajoelhou e estudou o velho. Os dois se encararam em silêncio.

O velho ficou mortalmente pálido, tremeu e se levantou sem firmeza. Edmunds também saltou de pé. O velho recuou, mas Edmunds avançou em sua direção.

Com uma voz rouca e falha, Edmunds pediu que o homem falasse.

O velho praguejou e gritou para Edmunds ficar longe, mas Edmunds se aproximou.

Aterrorizado, o velho gritou novamente e atingiu com força o rosto de Edmunds usando sua bengala.

Edmunds o chamou ao mesmo tempo de pai e demônio. Avançou e agarrou o pescoço do velho, mas então lembrou que aquele homem era seu pai e deixou o braço cair.

English → O velho soltou um grito terrível pelos campos solitários. Sangue saiu de sua boca e de seu nariz enquanto ele caía, deixando a grama vermelho-escura. Um vaso sanguíneo se rompera, e ele morreu antes que o filho pudesse levantá-lo.

Depois de um breve silêncio, o clérigo disse que um homem estava enterrado no canto do cemitério que mencionara. Esse homem trabalhou para ele durante três anos depois daqueles acontecimentos e mostrou verdadeiro arrependimento e humildade. Ninguém mais soube que ele era John Edmunds, o prisioneiro que voltara.

# Capítulo VII. Como o Sr. Winkle, em Vez de Atirar no Pombo e Matar o Corvo, Atirou no Corvo e Feriu o Pombo; Como o Clube de Críquete de Dingley Dell Jogou Contra o All-muggleton, e Como o All-muggleton Jantou Às Custas de Dingley Dell; com Outros Assuntos Interessantes e Instrutivos

English → As aventuras cansativas do dia, ou talvez a história sonolenta do clérigo, deixaram Pickwick muito cansado. Menos de cinco minutos depois de entrar em seu quarto confortável, caiu num sono profundo e sem sonhos. O sol da manhã finalmente o acordou, e ele saltou depressa da cama.

Ao abrir a janela, Pickwick elogiou a bela paisagem do campo. Perguntou-se como alguém que vira aquela vista poderia voltar para uma cidade de tijolos, telhados e pedra. Depois de fazer essa pergunta ao ar vazio por bastante tempo, colocou a cabeça para fora e olhou ao redor.

O cheiro doce do feno e de muitas flores do jardim chegou à janela. Os campos verdes brilhavam com gotas da manhã, as folhas se moviam no vento suave e os pássaros cantavam lindamente. Pickwick se perdeu num sonho agradável.

Um grito de "Olá!" o despertou de seus pensamentos.

Pickwick olhou para a direita, para a esquerda e até para o céu, mas não viu ninguém. Finalmente, fez o mais óbvio e olhou para baixo, no jardim, onde viu o Sr. Wardle.

English → O alegre Wardle o cumprimentou sem fôlego. Elogiou a bela manhã, disse estar contente porque Pickwick acordara cedo e o convidou a descer depressa e sair.

Pickwick não precisou de outro convite. Vestiu-se em dez minutos e juntou-se ao velho cavalheiro.

Pickwick notou que Wardle tinha uma arma e que havia outra na grama, então perguntou o que estava acontecendo.

Wardle disse que ele e Winkle iriam caçar gralhas antes do café da manhã. Perguntou se Winkle era um bom atirador.

Pickwick disse que Winkle afirmava ser um excelente atirador, mas nunca o vira mirar em nada.

Wardle desejou que Winkle chegasse e chamou Joe em voz alta.

A manhã animada deixou o garoto gordo apenas parcialmente adormecido, e ele saiu da casa.

Wardle mandou Joe chamar Winkle e guiá-lo até o lugar onde viviam as gralhas.

Joe foi cumprir a tarefa, enquanto Wardle carregou as duas armas e conduziu Pickwick para fora do jardim.

English → Depois de uma breve caminhada entre as árvores, Wardle disse que haviam chegado. Os gritos constantes das gralhas já deixavam isso claro.

Wardle colocou uma arma no chão e carregou a outra.

Pickwick viu Tupman, Snodgrass e Winkle chegando. Joe não sabia qual homem chamar, então, com esperteza, chamou os três.

Wardle chamou Winkle e brincou que um homem tão habilidoso deveria ter acordado mais cedo, mesmo para aquele esporte simples.

Winkle forçou um sorriso e pegou a arma. Seu rosto infeliz parecia o de uma gralha esperando ser morta.

Wardle assentiu, e dois garotos malvestidos, guiados pelo jovem Lambert, começaram a subir em duas árvores.

Alarmado, Pickwick perguntou por que os garotos estavam ali. Imaginou se a pobreza os obrigava a servir de alvos para atiradores inexperientes.

Wardle riu e explicou que os garotos estavam ali apenas para fazer as aves se moverem.

Pickwick pediu que Wardle explicasse o que queria dizer.

English → Wardle disse claramente que os garotos assustariam as gralhas.

Pickwick ficou aliviado e perguntou se era só isso.

Wardle perguntou se Pickwick agora estava satisfeito.

Pickwick respondeu que estava completamente satisfeito.

Wardle perguntou se deveria começar a atirar.

Winkle concordou com prazer porque isso lhe dava mais tempo antes de sua vez.

Wardle mandou todos se afastarem e se preparou para atirar.

Um garoto gritou e sacudiu um galho com um ninho. Seis gralhas jovens voaram, e Wardle atingiu uma enquanto as outras escaparam.

Wardle mandou Joe pegar a ave caída.

Joe sorriu ao imaginar uma torta de gralha. Ele riu enquanto levava embora a ave gorda.

Wardle recarregou a arma e disse a Winkle que era sua vez de atirar.

Winkle mirou enquanto os amigos se abaixavam, esperando que muitas aves caíssem. Um garoto gritou, asas bateram, mas a arma produziu apenas um clique fraco.

Wardle gritou, surpreso, quando a arma não disparou.

English → Pickwick perguntou se a arma se recusava a funcionar.

Winkle, muito pálido, disse que a arma não havia disparado.

Wardle achou aquilo estranho e examinou a arma. Então percebeu que faltava a espoleta.

Winkle de repente admitiu que havia esquecido de colocar a espoleta.

Depois de consertar a arma, Winkle atirou em quatro aves. Em vez disso, atingiu o braço esquerdo de Tupman, salvando todas as aves.

Todos ficaram confusos. Pickwick chamou Winkle de homem terrível, Tupman caiu, e Winkle se ajoelhou ao lado dele, horrorizado. Os amigos enfaixaram o braço de Tupman e o levaram lentamente para casa.

As mulheres esperavam junto ao portão do jardim para tomar o café da manhã. Rachael sorriu e acenou, sem saber do acidente e felizmente ignorando a má notícia.

O grupo se aproximou da casa.

Isabella perguntou o que acontecera com o senhor baixinho e idoso. Rachael achou que ela falava de Pickwick, pois via Tupman como jovem apesar da idade.

English → Wardle disse às filhas que não tivessem medo. Os homens ao redor de Tupman ainda escondiam o acidente da vista delas.

Wardle disse novamente a todos que não se assustassem.

As mulheres gritaram e perguntaram o que havia acontecido.

Wardle disse que Tupman havia sofrido apenas um pequeno acidente.

Rachael soltou um grito agudo, riu de modo descontrolado e caiu para trás nos braços das sobrinhas.

Wardle sugeriu jogar água fria sobre a irmã.

Rachael disse que estava melhor, depois pediu um médico e perguntou se Tupman estava ferido ou morto. Logo começou a gritar e rir novamente.

Comovido pela preocupação dela, Tupman quase chorou e pediu gentilmente que Rachael se acalmasse.

Quando Rachael ouviu a voz de Tupman, quase teve outra crise emocional.

Tupman pediu gentilmente que Rachael não se agitasse e garantiu que o ferimento era muito pequeno.

Rachael perguntou, surpresa, se Tupman estava mesmo vivo e implorou que dissesse que não estava morto.

Wardle disse com rudeza que Rachael não fosse tola, pois um morto obviamente não poderia afirmar que estava vivo.

English → Tupman disse que estava vivo e precisava apenas da ajuda de Rachael. Apoiado no braço dela, sussurrou seu nome, beijou-lhe a mão e caiu no sofá.

Rachael, preocupada, perguntou se Tupman estava se sentindo fraco.

Tupman disse que não era nada e que logo melhoraria. Então fechou os olhos.

Depois que Tupman ficou apenas vinte segundos de olhos fechados, Rachael pensou que ele dormia e disse seu nome com carinho.

Tupman se levantou de repente e implorou que ela repetisse aquelas palavras carinhosas.

Rachael ficou envergonhada e perguntou se ele realmente a ouvira.

Tupman disse que ouvira e afirmou que escutar as palavras novamente o ajudaria a se recuperar.

Rachael pediu silêncio porque seu irmão estava chegando. Tupman se deitou novamente quando Wardle entrou com um médico.

O médico examinou e tratou o pequeno ferimento de Tupman. Todos começaram o café da manhã com alegria, mas Pickwick permaneceu calado porque já não confiava na habilidade de Winkle.

English → Wardle perguntou a Winkle, o atirador malsucedido, se ele também jogava críquete.

Normalmente Winkle teria respondido que sim, mas depois do acidente respondeu modestamente que não.

Snodgrass perguntou a Wardle se ele jogava críquete.

Wardle disse que já havia jogado, mas parara. Ainda apoiava financeiramente o clube local.

Pickwick disse acreditar que a importante partida de críquete aconteceria naquele dia.

Wardle confirmou e supôs que os convidados queriam assistir à partida.

Pickwick disse gostar de esportes seguros, nos quais pessoas sem habilidade não pudessem ferir ninguém. Olhou com firmeza para Winkle e perguntou se as mulheres poderiam cuidar do ferido Tupman.

Tupman disse que os amigos não poderiam deixá-lo em mãos melhores.

Snodgrass concordou que não seria possível encontrar cuidados melhores.

Decidiram deixar Tupman com as mulheres. Wardle conduziu os outros à partida de críquete que enchera Muggleton e Dingley Dell de entusiasmo.

A agradável caminhada de duas milhas passou por trilhas tranquilas e caminhos sombreados. Pickwick quase desejou que fosse mais longa quando chegaram à rua principal de Muggleton.

English → Muggleton se declarava com orgulho uma cidade antiga, leal e cristã. Seus cidadãos se opunham à escravidão no exterior, mas também a mudanças nas condições injustas das fábricas locais.

Pickwick observou a praça de Muggleton, a estranha hospedaria Leão Azul, várias lojas e as casas do advogado e do médico. Depois de ver garotos e lojistas seguindo para o campo de críquete, juntou-se aos amigos.

Os wickets de críquete e duas grandes tendas estavam prontos, mas a partida ainda não começara. Jogadores de chapéu de palha, casaco de flanela e calça branca treinavam perto das tendas.

Muitas pessoas cumprimentaram Wardle. Ele apresentou os convidados de Londres e explicou que estavam ansiosos para assistir à partida do dia.

Um homem muito corpulento sugeriu que Pickwick entrasse na tenda.

Outro homem corpulento concordou que Pickwick ficaria mais confortável ali.

Pickwick agradeceu aos homens pela gentileza.

O primeiro homem os conduziu até a tenda, dizendo que ela oferecia a melhor vista do campo.

Lá dentro, Pickwick ouviu alguém elogiando o críquete. Reconheceu imediatamente o desconhecido de fala rápida e casaco verde da carruagem de Rochester.

English → O desconhecido os reconheceu, agarrou a mão de Pickwick e o puxou para um assento. Falava como se tivesse organizado pessoalmente todo o evento.

O desconhecido elogiou rapidamente a diversão, as grandes quantidades de cerveja, carne e mostarda, e convidou Pickwick a se sentar e ficar à vontade.

Pickwick, Winkle e Snodgrass obedeceram ao desconhecido e se sentaram. Wardle os observou em silêncio, surpreso.

Pickwick apresentou Wardle como seu amigo.

O desconhecido apertou calorosamente a mão de Wardle como se fossem amigos íntimos havia anos. Observou Wardle e depois apertou sua mão novamente.

Com um sorriso gentil, mas surpreso, Pickwick perguntou ao desconhecido como ele chegara ali.

O desconhecido explicou em frases quebradas que estava hospedado na Pousada Crown e conhecera os jogadores de críquete durante uma refeição.

Pickwick entendeu que o desconhecido fizera amizade rapidamente com o time de All-Muggleton e recebera um convite geral. Satisfeito, preparou-se para assistir à partida.

English → All-Muggleton jogou primeiro. Os famosos Dumkins e Podder pegaram os tacos, enquanto Luffey e Struggles se prepararam para lançar. Os outros jogadores se curvaram com as mãos nos joelhos.

Os árbitros e marcadores tomaram seus lugares, e todos ficaram em silêncio. Luffey estudou a bola enquanto Dumkins o observava com atenção.

O lançador gritou e enviou a bola rapidamente em direção ao wicket. Dumkins tocou nela com o taco, e ela passou sobre a cabeça dos jogadores de campo.

All-Muggleton marcou duas corridas, e Podder também jogou muito bem. Os jogadores cansados não conseguiram deter Dumkins e Podder, que deram ao time 54 corridas e uma vitória fácil sobre Dingley Dell.

Durante toda a partida, o desconhecido comeu, bebeu e falou. Elogiou as boas jogadas e insultou em voz alta cada erro, fazendo todos acreditarem que era especialista em críquete.

Quando os dois times entraram na tenda após a partida, o desconhecido elogiou em voz alta o excelente jogo e várias belas jogadas.

English → Divertido com sua conversa sem fim, Wardle perguntou se o desconhecido já havia jogado críquete.

O desconhecido afirmou ter jogado milhares de vezes nas Índias Ocidentais. Pickwick comentou que jogar críquete ali devia ser uma atividade muito quente.

O desconhecido contou uma história impossível sobre uma partida sob calor extremo. Muitos ajudantes locais e o coronel Blazo desmaiaram, mas ele marcou 570 corridas antes de Quanko Samba finalmente derrotá-lo.

Um senhor idoso perguntou o que acontecera com o outro homem da história, cujo nome não conseguia lembrar.

O desconhecido perguntou se ele se referia a Blazo.

O senhor idoso disse que se referia ao outro homem, não a Blazo.

O desconhecido perguntou se o senhor idoso se referia a Quanko Samba.

O ouvinte responde que sim.

Jingle diz que o pobre Quanko nunca se recuperou e morreu. Esconde o rosto numa jarra, talvez por tristeza ou sede, e observa dois membros do clube de críquete se aproximarem de Pickwick.

Eles convidam Pickwick e seus amigos para um jantar simples no Blue Lion.

English → Wardle diz que o convite naturalmente inclui o estranho e olha para ele.

O estranho imediatamente diz que se chama Alfred Jingle e brinca que vem de lugar nenhum.

Pickwick diz que ficará muito feliz em comparecer.

Jingle concorda e segura os braços de Pickwick e Wardle. Depois sussurra para Pickwick.

Jingle diz que viu mais cedo o excelente jantar frio, incluindo frangos e tortas. Também chama os anfitriões de agradáveis e educados.

O grupo caminha até a cidade em pequenos grupos. Quinze minutos depois, todos estão sentados numa grande sala do Blue Lion, com Dumkins liderando e Luffey ajudando.

As pessoas conversam alto enquanto facas, garfos e pratos fazem barulho. Três garçons correm, a comida desaparece, e Jingle cria tanta agitação quanto seis homens comuns. Depois do jantar, chegam vinho e sobremesa.

Durante a conversa alegre, um homem pequeno e orgulhoso permanece calado. Quando a sala fica mais tranquila, ele fala de repente em voz alta e séria.

English → Ele chama o Sr. Luffey.

Todos ficam em completo silêncio quando Luffey responde.

Luffey diz: "Senhor."

O homem pequeno pede permissão para falar depois que todos encherem os copos.

Jingle pede atenção, os outros concordam, e todos enchem os copos. Luffey se prepara para ouvir com sabedoria.

Luffey o chama de Sr. Staple.

Staple se levanta e diz que fala a Luffey porque o presidente Dumkins é o principal assunto de sua declaração. Então não consegue encontrar a palavra certa.

Jingle sugere a palavra "declarar".

Staple agradece e faz um longo discurso. Elogia Muggleton e Dingley Dell, principalmente seus jogadores de críquete Dumkins, Podder, Luffey e Struggles. Diz que Dumkins e Podder também representam coragem, propriedade e direitos públicos, e pede que todos os aplaudam.

O discurso termina, e os aplausos e batidas na mesa continuam durante a noite. O grupo brinda a muitas pessoas, incluindo Pickwick e Jingle, que agradecem.

Os editores lamentam que as anotações de Snodgrass sejam quase impossíveis de ler porque o vinho e a animação deixaram sua mão instável. Só conseguem reconhecer nomes de oradores, uma canção de bebida e referências confusas a comida noturna.

English → A história volta a Tupman, observando que perto da meia-noite os homens das duas cidades cantaram uma canção popular com muita emoção.

Eles cantam que não voltarão para casa antes da manhã e da luz do dia.

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English → A tranquila Dingley Dell e suas mulheres gentis despertam os sentimentos românticos de Tupman. Ele admira as jovens, mas se sente especialmente atraído pela tia orgulhosa e digna. Enquanto se recupera no sofá, pergunta-se se a preocupação dela vem do amor e decide descobrir a verdade.

Naquela noite, a maioria das pessoas está fora ou dormindo. Tupman e a tia ficam sozinhos, interessados apenas um no outro.

A tia diz que esqueceu de regar as flores.

Tupman sugere que as regue agora.

Ela avisa com carinho que o ar da noite pode fazê-lo pegar um resfriado.

Tupman diz que o ar lhe fará bem e pede para acompanhá-la.

Ela ajusta o apoio no braço ferido dele, segura o outro braço e o conduz ao jardim.

Na parte mais distante há um pequeno abrigo coberto de flores perfumadas e plantas trepadeiras, também perfeito para aranhas.

A tia pega um grande regador. Tupman a impede de sair e a leva para um assento ao seu lado.

English → Tupman a chama de Srta. Wardle.

Ela treme tanto que pedras dentro do regador fazem barulho como um brinquedo de bebê.

Tupman diz à Srta. Wardle que ela é um anjo.

Rachael fica muito vermelha e diz o nome dele.

Tupman diz que conhece muito bem a verdade de suas palavras.

Ela diz de forma brincalhona que as pessoas afirmam que todas as mulheres são anjos.

Tupman pergunta o que poderia descrevê-la se mulheres comuns são anjos. Elogia sua rara beleza e bondade e então aperta a mão que segura o regador.

Virando o rosto, ela diz em voz baixa que os homens enganam muito.

Tupman concorda que muitos fazem isso, mas diz que um homem jamais mudará e dedicaria toda a vida à felicidade dela.

Ela começa a perguntar se tal homem pode ser encontrado.

Tupman a interrompe, diz que aquele homem está diante dela e cai de joelhos.

Rachael pede que Tupman se levante.

Ele se recusa, pega a mão dela e a beija enquanto o regador cai. Implora que ela diga que o ama.

English → Olhando para o lado, Rachael admite com dificuldade que sente algo por ele.

Encantado, Tupman se levanta, abraça-a e a beija muitas vezes. Depois de uma resistência fraca, ela aceita os beijos até que algo a assusta.

Rachael avisa que alguém está olhando e os descobriu.

Tupman vê o menino gordo olhando para o abrigo sem expressão. Quanto mais o observa, mais acredita que o menino não entendeu nada.

Tupman pergunta com firmeza o que o menino quer.

O menino responde imediatamente que o jantar está pronto.

Tupman lança um olhar atento e pergunta se ele acabou de chegar.

O menino gordo diz que sim.

Tupman o examina novamente, mas o rosto do menino não mostra sinal de segredo.

Tupman segura o braço de Rachael e caminha até a casa enquanto o menino os segue.

Tupman sussurra que o menino não sabe de nada.

Rachael concorda.

Eles ouvem uma risada escondida atrás deles. Tupman se vira, mas o rosto do menino ainda mostra apenas interesse por comida.

English → Tupman diz que o menino devia estar dormindo.

Rachael diz que tem certeza absoluta.

Os dois riem com vontade.

Eles estão errados. Pela primeira vez, o menino gordo estava totalmente acordado e entendeu tudo.

Durante o jantar, as pessoas conversam apenas em pares. Isabella se concentra em Trundle, Rachael em Tupman, e Emily parece pensar no ausente Snodgrass.

Onze horas, meia-noite e uma hora passam sem o retorno dos homens. Todos temem que tenham sido roubados e pensam numa busca. Então chegam vozes, incluindo uma estranha, e a família corre para a cozinha.

Os homens estão extremamente bêbados. Pickwick se apoia num armário sorrindo, Wardle promete amizade eterna a Jingle, Winkle usa o relógio como apoio e recusa a cama, e Snodgrass se senta em completa tristeza.

As três mulheres perguntam se há algo errado.

Pickwick diz que nada está errado e pede que Wardle confirme que estão bem.

Wardle concorda e apresenta Jingle como amigo e visitante.

English → Emily pergunta com ansiedade se há algo errado com Snodgrass.

Jingle diz que nada está errado. Explica que o jantar de críquete teve excelentes canções e muito vinho.

Em voz fraca, Snodgrass culpa o salmão em vez do vinho.

Emma sugere mandá-los para a cama, com dois rapazes fortes carregando cada cavalheiro.

Winkle se recusa com firmeza a ir para a cama.

Pickwick diz que nenhum rapaz vivo o carregará e continua sorrindo.

Winkle solta um grito fraco de alegria.

Pickwick repete o grito, joga o chapéu e os óculos no chão da cozinha e ri.

Winkle pede outra garrafa, mas adormece enquanto recusa a cama. Dois rapazes fortes o carregam para cima. Snodgrass também aceita ajuda, Tupman guia o sorridente Pickwick, e Trundle leva o emocionado Wardle para a cama.

Rachael chama a cena de chocante.

As duas jovens chamam a cena de nojenta.

Jingle, que bebeu muito mais do que os outros mas parece sóbrio, chama aquilo de cena terrível.

English → Rachael sussurra para Tupman que Jingle é um homem agradável.

Emily sussurra que ele também é bonito.

Rachael concorda plenamente.

Tupman se lembra da viúva em Rochester e fica com ciúme. Enquanto a popularidade de Jingle cresce, Tupman força o riso. Na cama, imagina com raiva esmagar a cabeça de Jingle.

Jingle se levanta cedo e diverte a mesa do café enquanto os companheiros continuam na cama. Até a velha surda pede para ouvir suas piadas e o chama de jovem atrevido. Todos concordam.

Nas manhãs bonitas, o menino gordo coloca um chapéu e xale na velha senhora, entrega-lhe uma bengala e a ajuda a chegar ao abrigo do jardim. Deixa-a ali por trinta minutos antes de levá-la para casa.

Essa rotina nunca mudou em três verões. A velha senhora se surpreende quando o menino examina a área e volta em segredo até ela em vez de partir.

A velha senhora assustada pensa que o menino talvez queira machucá-la e roubá-la. Ela não consegue gritar, então observa aterrorizada enquanto ele se aproxima e fala alto.

English → O menino chama: "Senhora!"

Jingle caminha por perto e o ouve. Como está sem fazer nada, é curioso, desonesto e está escondido atrás dos arbustos, para e escuta.

O menino gordo chama a senhora novamente.

A mulher trêmula lembra Joe de que sempre o tratou com bondade, deu-lhe pouco trabalho e muita comida.

A menção à comida comove profundamente o menino, e ele responde com firmeza.

Joe diz que sabe que ela sempre o alimentou.

Sentindo-se mais corajosa, ela pergunta o que ele quer fazer agora.

Joe diz que quer fazê-la arrepiar-se, ou seja, pretende assustá-la com uma história.

As palavras parecem violentas, e como ela não entende o significado, todo o medo retorna.

Joe pergunta o que ela acha que ele viu naquele mesmo abrigo do jardim na noite anterior.

A senhora idosa ficou alarmada com o jeito sério de Joe e perguntou o que havia acontecido.

Joe disse que vira o cavalheiro desconhecido de braço ferido beijando e abraçando alguém.

English → A senhora perguntou se Tupman havia beijado uma das criadas.

Joe gritou no ouvido dela que a verdade era pior do que isso.

A senhora perguntou se era uma de suas netas.

Joe disse novamente que era ainda pior.

Chocada, a senhora exigiu saber quem era, pois não conseguia imaginar nada pior.

Joe olhou cuidadosamente ao redor antes de gritar a resposta no ouvido da senhora.

Joe revelou que a mulher era a srta. Rachael.

A senhora reagiu com voz aguda e pediu que Joe falasse mais alto.

Joe repetiu em voz alta o nome da srta. Rachael.

A senhora exclamou, chocada, que Rachael era sua filha.

Joe assentiu várias vezes, fazendo suas grandes bochechas tremerem como uma sobremesa macia.

A senhora perguntou se Rachael havia permitido os beijos. Joe começou a sorrir.

Joe disse que vira Rachael beijar Tupman novamente.

Escondido por perto, Jingle ouviu a senhora furiosa reclamar da idade de Rachael e da falta de permissão. Joe então foi embora, deixando-a sozinha.

English → Jingle já havia decidido conquistar Rachael porque ela gostava de seu jeito e provavelmente tinha dinheiro. Agora planejava afastar Tupman e criar rapidamente problemas entre eles.

Jingle se aproximou da casa em segredo. Tupman e os outros homens haviam saído do jardim, e as moças estavam fora, então o caminho estava livre.

Jingle viu Rachael tricotando pela porta entreaberta. Ela sorriu ao ouvi-lo tossir, então ele entrou, pediu silêncio com um gesto e fechou a porta.

Com falsa seriedade, Jingle pediu desculpas por entrar e anunciou que tudo havia sido descoberto.

Rachael ficou surpresa com a aparição repentina de Jingle e se perguntou se ele estava bem da cabeça.

Jingle descreveu em voz baixa o grande Joe de rosto redondo como um homem terrível. Rachael começou a tremer de preocupação.

Tentando manter a calma, Rachael perguntou se Jingle se referia a Joseph.

Jingle disse que Joe a traíra ao contar à senhora furiosa sobre seus beijos e abraços com Tupman no abrigo do jardim.

English → Rachael avisou Jingle de que ele a insultava se esse fosse o motivo da visita.

Jingle negou que a estivesse insultando e afirmou ter vindo avisá-la e ajudá-la a evitar problemas. Então fingiu que iria embora.

Rachael começou a chorar e perguntou o que poderia fazer, temendo que o irmão ficasse furioso.

Jingle concordou que o irmão dela certamente ficaria extremamente zangado.

Desesperada, Rachael perguntou a Jingle que explicação poderia dar.

Jingle aconselhou calmamente que ela dissesse que Joe havia sonhado com todo o acontecimento.

A sugestão deu esperança a Rachael, e Jingle percebeu que seu plano estava funcionando.

Jingle disse que a solução era fácil: chamar Joe de mentiroso, elogiar Rachael, castigar o garoto e encerrar o assunto sem problemas.

Rachael gostou da esperança de escapar dos problemas e também de ser chamada de adorável. Corou e olhou para Jingle com gratidão.

Jingle suspirou profundamente, encarou Rachael por dois minutos e então desviou o olhar de modo dramático.

English → Rachael disse que Jingle parecia infeliz e ofereceu ajuda porque estava grata pela gentileza dele.

Jingle afirmou que sofria porque Rachael amava um homem indigno que desejava sua sobrinha. Fingindo lealdade a Tupman, recusou-se a revelar mais e caminhou para a porta.

Rachael deteve Jingle com firmeza e exigiu que ele explicasse o que queria dizer sobre Tupman.

Jingle declarou dramaticamente que jamais contaria. Então se sentou bem perto de Rachael, claramente convidando novas perguntas.

Rachael implorou que Jingle revelasse qualquer segredo terrível ligado a Tupman.

Jingle fingiu lutar contra os próprios sentimentos antes de afirmar em voz baixa que Tupman queria apenas o dinheiro de Rachael.

Rachael chamou Tupman de homem terrível. Sua reação confirmou a Jingle que ela realmente tinha dinheiro.

Jingle acrescentou que Tupman estava apaixonado por outra pessoa.

Rachael ficou chocada e exigiu saber quem era a outra mulher.

Jingle disse que era Emily, sua sobrinha baixa e de olhos escuros.

English → Por um momento, nenhum dos dois falou.

Rachael tinha muito ciúme de Emily. Seu rosto ficou vermelho, e ela demonstrou grande desprezo em silêncio antes de falar.

Rachael insistiu que a história não podia ser verdadeira e se recusou a acreditar.

Jingle aconselhou Rachael a observar Tupman e Emily.

Rachael prometeu que os observaria.

Jingle disse especificamente que ela observasse a maneira como Tupman olhava para Emily.

Rachael prometeu novamente que observaria com atenção.

Jingle disse que ela prestasse atenção aos cochichos de Tupman para Emily.

Rachael prometeu prestar atenção neles também.

Jingle previu que Tupman se sentaria ao lado de Emily durante o jantar.

Rachael disse com confiança que permitiria que ele fizesse isso.

Jingle disse que Tupman faria muitos elogios a Emily.

Rachael respondeu que ele podia fazer isso.

Jingle acrescentou que Tupman daria a Emily toda a atenção possível.

Rachael disse novamente que o deixaria continuar.

Jingle avisou que Tupman ignoraria Rachael por completo.

English → A ideia de Tupman ignorá-la fez Rachael gritar e tremer de raiva e decepção.

Jingle perguntou se Rachael veria a verdade por conta própria.

Rachael respondeu com firmeza que sim.

Jingle perguntou se ela mostraria que tinha coragem e orgulho.

Rachael prometeu novamente que sim.

Jingle perguntou se ela recusaria Tupman depois de descobrir a traição dele.

Rachael declarou que jamais aceitaria Tupman.

Jingle perguntou se ela escolheria outro homem no lugar dele.

Rachael respondeu que escolheria outra pessoa.

Jingle afirmou com confiança que ela realmente faria isso.

Jingle se ajoelhou diante de Rachael por cinco minutos. Quando se levantou, ela o havia aceitado sob a condição de que a traição de Tupman fosse provada.

Durante o jantar, Jingle apresentou sua prova. Tupman se sentou ao lado de Emily, sorrindo e cochichando com ela, sem dar nenhuma atenção a Rachael.

Wardle pensou que Joe devia estar dormindo quando fez a acusação e concluiu que o garoto havia imaginado tudo.

English → Rachael considerou Tupman um traidor e ficou grata porque o querido Jingle lhe contara a verdade.

Uma conversa posterior explica por que o comportamento de Tupman havia mudado de forma tão estranha.

Naquela noite, o baixo e corpulento Tupman caminhou por uma trilha do jardim com o alto e magro Jingle. Tupman iniciou a conversa.

Tupman perguntou a Jingle se havia desempenhado bem seu papel.

Jingle elogiou a atuação de Tupman e mandou que ele a repetisse todas as noites até receber novas instruções.

Tupman perguntou se Rachael ainda queria que ele se comportasse daquele modo.

Jingle afirmou que Rachael não gostava do plano, mas o considerava necessário para evitar a desconfiança do irmão. Prometeu que a felicidade chegaria em poucos dias.

Tupman perguntou se Rachael havia enviado alguma mensagem para ele.

Jingle inventou uma mensagem de amor e carinho e perguntou se Tupman queria enviar uma resposta.

Confiando totalmente em Jingle, Tupman pediu que levasse seu amor a Rachael. Elogiou o plano sábio dela, embora fosse difícil fingir indiferença.

English → Jingle concordou em entregar a mensagem e perguntou se Tupman queria acrescentar algo.

Tupman pediu que Jingle dissesse que desejava muito o dia em que Rachael seria dele e eles não precisariam mais fingir.

Jingle concordou novamente e perguntou se havia mais alguma mensagem.

Tupman agradeceu calorosamente ao suposto amigo pela ajuda generosa e pediu desculpas por ter suspeitado que Jingle pudesse se tornar seu rival.

Jingle disse a Tupman que não falasse nisso. Depois pediu casualmente dez libras emprestadas por três dias para um assunto importante.

Cheio de gratidão, Tupman disse que provavelmente tinha o dinheiro e confirmou que o empréstimo seria por três dias.

Jingle prometeu que todas as dificuldades terminariam em três dias. Tupman contou o dinheiro na mão dele enquanto caminhavam para a casa.

Jingle avisou Tupman para não lançar sequer um olhar a Rachael.

Tupman prometeu que nem sequer piscaria para ela.

English → Jingle disse que ele não deveria dizer uma única palavra a Rachael.

Tupman prometeu que nem sequer cochicharia.

Jingle mandou Tupman se concentrar em Emily e ser um pouco rude com Rachael, afirmando que essa era a única maneira de enganar os familiares mais velhos.

Tupman disse em voz alta que teria muito cuidado.

Em silêncio, Jingle prometeu a si mesmo que também teria cuidado enquanto entravam na casa.

O truque continuou por quatro dias. Wardle acreditava na inocência de Tupman, Tupman esperava ter sucesso com Rachael, e Jingle e Rachael estavam felizes por motivos secretos, enquanto Snodgrass ficava com ciúme.

# Capítulo IX. Uma Descoberta e Uma Perseguição

English → A ceia estava pronta, com cadeiras ao redor da mesa e bebidas no aparador. Tudo indicava que a parte mais alegre do dia estava prestes a começar.

Wardle pergunta onde está Rachael.

Pickwick também pergunta onde está Jingle.

Wardle percebe que não ouve Jingle há duas horas e pede que Emily toque a campainha.

Ela toca, e o menino gordo aparece.

Perguntam onde Rachael está, mas ele não sabe dizer.

Ele também não sabe onde Jingle está. Todos se surpreendem porque já passa das onze. Tupman ri em segredo, imaginando que os dois estão falando sobre ele.

Wardle diz que provavelmente voltarão logo e se recusa a atrasar o jantar por alguém.

Pickwick chama isso de excelente regra.

Wardle convida todos a se sentarem.

Pickwick concorda, e eles se sentam.

Um enorme pedaço de carne fria é servido. Quando Pickwick levanta o garfo, vozes altas vêm da cozinha. Ele e Wardle param de comer e se encaram.

English → Passos pesados se aproximam, e a porta se abre de repente. Um criado entra correndo com o menino gordo e todos os empregados da casa.

Wardle exige uma explicação com raiva.

A velha senhora pergunta se a chaminé da cozinha está pegando fogo.

As duas jovens dizem em voz alta que não.

Wardle grita novamente por uma explicação.

O homem tenta recuperar o fôlego antes de falar.

Ele diz que os dois foram embora completamente. Tupman larga a faca e o garfo e fica pálido.

Wardle pergunta com ferocidade quem foi embora.

O criado diz que Jingle e Rachael deixaram Muggleton juntos numa carruagem alugada. Não conseguiu detê-los, então voltou correndo com a notícia.

Tupman se levanta de repente. Diz que pagou as despesas de Jingle e lhe emprestou dez libras. Sentindo-se enganado, gira pela sala e exige justiça.

Pickwick observa os movimentos estranhos de Tupman com medo e acha que o amigo enlouqueceu.

Wardle manda colocar um cavalo em sua pequena carruagem. Planeja conseguir uma carruagem mais rápida no Blue Lion e seguir o casal. Depois pergunta com raiva onde está Joe.

English → O menino gordo diz que está ali, mas não quer estar.

Wardle corre em direção a Joe. Diz que Jingle pagou o menino para enganá-lo com a história falsa sobre Rachael e Tupman.

As mulheres gritam para Wardle parar enquanto Joe chora alto.

Wardle se recusa a ser segurado e manda Winkle e Pickwick soltá-lo.

O calmo Pickwick segura com força o anfitrião zangado pela cintura. As mulheres tiram Joe da sala. Assim que Pickwick solta Wardle, um criado anuncia que a carruagem está pronta.

As mulheres imploram que alguém acompanhe Wardle porque temem que ele mate alguém.

Pickwick se oferece para acompanhá-lo.

Wardle segura sua mão com gratidão. Manda Emma dar um xale a Pickwick e pede às jovens que cuidem da avó desmaiada.

Eles rapidamente enrolam um grande xale no rosto e pescoço de Pickwick, colocam seu chapéu e lhe entregam o casaco. Ele diz que está pronto.

English → Eles entram na pequena carruagem e correm por estradas rurais estreitas, saltando sobre buracos e batendo nas cercas.

No Blue Lion, Wardle pergunta quanto o casal está à frente.

Todos dizem que partiram menos de quarenta e cinco minutos antes.

Wardle pede imediatamente uma carruagem com quatro cavalos e manda que guardem seu veículo menor depois.

O dono da hospedaria manda os empregados do estábulo se apressarem.

Os trabalhadores correm por toda parte com lanternas. Os cavalos batem os cascos nas pedras do pátio, e a carruagem sai em meio a barulho e confusão.

Wardle pergunta com impaciência se a carruagem sairá naquela noite.

Um empregado diz que ela está atravessando o pátio.

A carruagem chega, os cavalos são presos, os cocheiros sobem, e os viajantes entram.

Wardle manda os cocheiros percorrerem sete milhas em menos de trinta minutos.

Ele manda que partam.

Os cocheiros usam chicotes e esporas enquanto todos gritam, e a carruagem parte em alta velocidade.

Pickwick pensa que essa é uma situação estranha para o líder do Clube Pickwick: numa carruagem molhada, com cavalos desconhecidos, viajando depressa à meia-noite.

English → Durante várias milhas, os dois homens ficam calados com seus pensamentos. Quando os cavalos aquecidos correm bem, a velocidade anima Pickwick e ele começa a falar.

Pickwick diz que acha que certamente alcançarão o casal.

Wardle diz que espera que sim.

Olhando para a lua brilhante, Pickwick diz que é uma bela noite.

Wardle diz que a lua ajudou o casal a fugir e logo desaparecerá, tornando a viagem deles mais difícil.

Pickwick pergunta se viajar tão depressa na escuridão será desagradável.

Wardle concorda secamente que provavelmente será.

A animação de Pickwick diminui quando considera os perigos da viagem. Então o grito alto de um cocheiro interrompe seus pensamentos.

O primeiro cocheiro grita para os cavalos.

O segundo cocheiro repete o grito.

Wardle coloca metade do corpo para fora da janela e se junta aos gritos.

Pickwick também grita sem saber por quê. Enquanto os quatro homens gritam, a carruagem para.

Pickwick pergunta o que há de errado.

Wardle diz que chegaram a um pedágio onde talvez consigam notícias dos fugitivos.

English → Depois de cinco minutos batendo e gritando, um velho sai da casa do pedágio e abre o portão.

Wardle pergunta há quanto tempo uma carruagem alugada passou.

O velho repete a pergunta.

Wardle confirma.

O velho diz que não foi há muito nem há pouco tempo, mas em algum momento entre os dois.

Wardle pergunta se alguma carruagem passou.

O homem diz que sim.

Pickwick pergunta se ela passou uma hora antes.

O homem diz que talvez seja verdade.

Um cocheiro pergunta se foi duas horas antes.

O velho diz que isso também pode ser verdade.

Irritado, Wardle manda os cocheiros seguirem e chama o velho de idiota.

O velho sorri porque fez com que perdessem dez minutos e não deu informação alguma. Brinca que jamais alcançarão a outra carruagem.

Eles continuam depressa enquanto a lua desaparece atrás das nuvens de tempestade. Chuva e vento forte chegam. Pickwick se enrola no casaco e dorme até a carruagem parar para trocar os cavalos.

English → Outros atrasos acontecem. É difícil acordar os rapazes, a chave do estábulo está perdida, e os empregados colocam o equipamento errado nos cavalos. Wardle pressiona todos até a carruagem ficar pronta.

Eles percorrem quinze milhas difíceis na escuridão, com vento e chuva forte. Quase duas horas depois, chegam à próxima parada e veem algo que recupera sua esperança.

Wardle salta para fora, aponta para uma carruagem coberta de lama molhada e pergunta quando ela chegou.

O empregado do estábulo diz que ela chegou menos de quinze minutos antes.

Wardle pergunta sem fôlego se ela levava uma dama e um cavalheiro.

O empregado diz que sim.

Wardle descreve Jingle como alto, magro, de pernas longas e usando um casaco formal.

O empregado confirma a descrição.

Wardle descreve Rachael como uma mulher mais velha e de rosto magro.

Novamente, o empregado diz que sim.

Wardle diz animado a Pickwick que é o casal.

O empregado diz que teriam chegado antes, mas parte do equipamento da carruagem quebrou.

English → Wardle sabe que podem alcançá-los antes da próxima parada. Oferece um guinéu a cada cocheiro e pede imediatamente uma carruagem com quatro cavalos.

Wardle corre pelo pátio pedindo que todos se apressem. O animado Pickwick também tenta ajudar, mas só fica preso nos equipamentos e atrapalha.

Wardle entra na carruagem e chama Pickwick. Antes que Pickwick entenda, Wardle o puxa e um empregado o empurra para dentro. Eles partem novamente.

Wardle comemora a velocidade. Os movimentos constantes lançam Pickwick contra as paredes da carruagem e seu companheiro.

Wardle manda Pickwick se segurar quando ele cai de cabeça contra seu corpo.

Pickwick diz que nunca sentiu movimentos tão violentos.

Wardle diz que isso não importa porque a viagem terminará em breve.

Pickwick se prende com firmeza num canto enquanto a carruagem corre ainda mais depressa.

Depois de três milhas, Wardle olha pela janela, puxa o rosto molhado para dentro e exclama animado.

English → Wardle diz que encontraram o casal.

Pickwick olha para fora e vê outra carruagem de quatro cavalos correndo a pouca distância à frente.

Wardle grita pedindo mais velocidade e oferece dois guinéus a cada cocheiro se impedirem a outra carruagem de fugir.

Os cavalos da primeira carruagem correm na velocidade máxima, e os de Wardle avançam furiosamente atrás.

Wardle diz com raiva que consegue ver a cabeça de Jingle.

Pickwick concorda que é Jingle.

O Sr. Pickwick estava certo. Pela janela da carruagem, podia ver o rosto de Jingle coberto pela lama levantada das rodas. Jingle gesticulava para os cocheiros, pedindo que fossem mais depressa.

A perseguição ficou muito emocionante enquanto campos e árvores pareciam voar. Pickwick e Wardle chegaram ao lado da carruagem de Jingle. Wardle gritou insultos e balançou o punho, mas Jingle apenas sorriu. Mandou os cavalos avançarem, e eles galoparam mais depressa, deixando os perseguidores para trás.

Pickwick e Wardle mal tinham colocado a cabeça para dentro quando um choque violento os lançou para a frente. Algo atingiu a carruagem, uma roda saiu rolando e o veículo tombou.

English → Durante vários segundos confusos, Pickwick ouviu cavalos assustados e vidros se quebrando. Alguém o puxou dos destroços. Depois de ficar em pé, libertou a cabeça do casaco, ajeitou os óculos e viu todo o desastre.

Wardle estava ao lado dele sem chapéu e com as roupas rasgadas. Pedaços da carruagem estavam espalhados, enquanto os cocheiros enlameados seguravam os cavalos soltos. A carruagem de Jingle parara cerca de cem jardas adiante. Seus cocheiros riam, e Jingle observava os destroços com prazer na luz cinzenta da manhã.

O descarado Jingle gritou perguntando se alguém se machucara. Brincou dizendo que senhores mais velhos e pesados tornavam aquilo perigoso.

Wardle gritou que Jingle era um criminoso.

Jingle riu e apontou para dentro da carruagem. Disse que Rachael estava bem, enviava cumprimentos e não queria que Wardle se preocupasse. Chamando Tupman de "Tuppy" para zombar dele, convidou os homens a viajarem atrás antes de mandar os cocheiros seguirem.

Os cocheiros partiram novamente. Enquanto a carruagem desaparecia, Jingle balançava um lenço branco pela janela para zombar deles.

English → Nem o acidente perturbara a natureza calma de Pickwick. Mas Jingle tomara dinheiro emprestado do leal Tupman e depois o insultara chamando-o de "Tuppy". Aquilo era demais. Pickwick respirou com força, ficou vermelho e começou a falar lentamente.

Pickwick declarou: - Se eu encontrar aquele homem novamente, eu vou...

Wardle o interrompeu. Disse que ameaças eram inúteis, pois Jingle e Rachael poderiam conseguir uma licença e se casar em Londres enquanto eles ficavam conversando.

Pickwick controlou sua raiva. Então Wardle perguntou a um dos cocheiros qual era a distância até a parada seguinte.

Um cocheiro perguntou a Tom se eram seis milhas.

Tom respondeu que era um pouco mais longe.

O primeiro cocheiro disse a Wardle que eram pouco mais de seis milhas.

Wardle disse que não havia outra solução e que precisavam caminhar.

O nobre Pickwick concordou que não havia outra escolha.

Mandaram um cocheiro a cavalo na frente para encontrar outra carruagem e cavalos. O outro ficou com os destroços. Pickwick e Wardle enrolaram cachecóis no pescoço, abaixaram os chapéus e iniciaram corajosamente a caminhada de seis milhas quando a chuva forte voltou.

# Capítulo X. Que Dissipa Todas as Dúvidas (se Alguma Houvesse) Quanto Ao Desinteresse do Caráter do Sr. a. Jingle

English → Londres ainda tinha várias hospedarias antigas que antes atendiam famosas carruagens de passageiros. Agora eram principalmente paradas para carroças do campo. Esses prédios fortes e escuros não ficavam nas avenidas modernas. Um visitante precisava procurar em partes tranquilas e escondidas da cidade para encontrá-los entre construções mais novas.

Cerca de seis antigas hospedarias permaneciam sem mudanças no Borough. Eram construções grandes e estranhas, cheias de galerias, corredores e largas escadas antigas. Pareciam apropriadas para centenas de histórias de fantasmas, embora a velha London Bridge já tivesse incontáveis lendas consideradas verdadeiras.

Cedo na manhã seguinte, um homem limpava botas no pátio da famosa hospedaria White Hart. Usava colete listrado e grosseiro, calças cinzentas, lenço vermelho solto e um velho chapéu branco inclinado para o lado. Diante dele havia uma fileira de botas limpas e outra de botas sujas. Sempre que terminava um par, parava para admirar o trabalho.

English → O pátio da hospedaria estava estranhamente quieto. Grandes carroças carregadas ficavam sob um teto alto, e outra esperava no espaço aberto. Galerias e escadas antigas cercavam o pátio, com fileiras de sinos perto do bar. Pequenas carruagens descansavam sob abrigos, cavalos se moviam perto do estábulo e vários jovens trabalhadores dormiam sobre pacotes e palha. Assim estava a White Hart naquela manhã.

Um sino tocou alto. Uma camareira bem-arrumada apareceu na galeria superior, bateu numa porta, ouviu o hóspede e depois chamou por cima do corrimão.

Ela chamou: - Sam!

O homem de chapéu branco respondeu.

A camareira disse que o hóspede do quarto vinte e dois queria suas botas.

Sam mandou que ela perguntasse se o hóspede queria as botas naquele momento ou preferia esperar até estarem prontas.

A jovem disse com suavidade para Sam não ser tolo, pois o cavalheiro queria as botas imediatamente.

Sam brincou com a voz alta dela, depois apontou para onze pares de botas e um sapato pertencente a um homem com perna de madeira. Todos estavam prometidos para horários exatos. Recusou-se a colocar o quarto vinte e dois em primeiro lugar, dizendo que todos deviam esperar sua vez, como prisioneiros esperando um carrasco.

English → Depois de dizer isso, Sam trabalhou ainda mais numa bota de cano alto.

Outro sino tocou alto, e a velha e ocupada dona da White Hart apareceu na galeria oposta.

A proprietária chamou Sam de preguiçoso e quis saber por que ele não respondia.

Sam respondeu de modo rude que não seria educado falar antes de ela terminar.

Ela ordenou que ele limpasse imediatamente os sapatos do quarto dezessete e os levasse à sala particular número cinco no andar de cima.

A proprietária jogou um par de sapatos femininos no pátio e saiu apressada.

Sam pegou os sapatos e escreveu quarto cinco nas solas com giz. Sapatos femininos e uma sala particular o fizeram imaginar que a hóspede não chegara numa carroça do campo.

A camareira disse que a mulher chegara cedo naquela manhã numa carruagem alugada com um cavalheiro. Aquele cavalheiro queria suas botas, por isso Sam devia limpá-las.

English → Sam perguntou com raiva por que ela não explicara aquilo antes e separou as botas do homem. Pensara que o hóspede era um cliente comum. Um cavalheiro com sala particular e uma dama poderia lhe dar um xelim por dia, além de dinheiro para levar recados.

Animado pela ideia de ganhar dinheiro extra, Samuel poliu as botas e os sapatos com grande energia. Em poucos minutos, eles brilhavam intensamente e chegaram à porta da sala cinco.

Um homem convidou Sam a entrar. Sam fez uma reverência e encontrou um homem e uma mulher tomando café da manhã. Colocou cuidadosamente as botas junto ao cavalheiro e os sapatos junto à dama, depois recuou em direção à porta.

O cavalheiro chamou o limpador de botas.

Sam respondeu, fechou a porta e manteve a mão na maçaneta.

O cavalheiro perguntou se Sam conhecia um lugar chamado Doctors' Commons.

Sam disse que conhecia.

O cavalheiro perguntou onde ficava.

English → Sam disse que ficava em St. Paul's Churchyard, através de um arco baixo entre uma livraria e um hotel. Dois homens ficavam ali tentando vender licenças.

O cavalheiro surpreso repetiu que eles vendiam licenças.

Sam confirmou. Dois homens de avental branco cumprimentavam os visitantes e perguntavam se queriam uma licença. Sam disse que eles e os advogados a quem serviam eram um grupo estranho.

O cavalheiro perguntou o que aqueles homens faziam.

Sam disse que eles colocavam ideias na cabeça das pessoas. Seu pai viúvo, Tony, foi certa vez até lá receber quatrocentas libras. Um vendedor perguntou se ele precisava de licença de casamento. Tony primeiro disse que era velho e gordo demais, mas o homem o convenceu. Um advogado pediu o nome da noiva, embora Tony ainda não tivesse escolhido uma. Ele indicou a Sra. Susan Clarke, de Dorking, acreditando que ela o aceitaria. A licença foi preparada, ela se casou com ele, e Sam nunca recebeu parte alguma do dinheiro. Sam pediu desculpas por falar tanto sobre aquela queixa pessoal.

English → O cavalheiro, que era o Sr. Jingle, viu que eram nove e meia e disse que precisava sair imediatamente.

A tia solteira perguntou com brincadeira para que estava na hora.

Jingle apertou a mão dela e disse que precisava obter a licença de casamento e avisar a igreja. No dia seguinte, poderia chamá-la de esposa.

Rachael corou e repetiu: - A licença!

Jingle repetiu que iria buscar a licença.

Ele cantou que partiria depressa para buscar a licença e voltaria correndo.

Rachael disse que ele falava demais.

Jingle disse que suas palavras não eram nada comparadas às horas, dias, meses e anos que compartilhariam depois do casamento. Tudo passaria tão depressa quanto uma poderosa locomotiva a vapor.

Rachael perguntou se poderiam se casar antes da manhã seguinte.

Jingle disse que era impossível. Precisavam avisar a igreja e entregar a licença naquele dia, para que a cerimônia acontecesse no dia seguinte.

English → Rachael disse que estava apavorada com a possibilidade de o irmão descobri-los.

Jingle disse que Wardle não os encontraria. O acidente o atrasara, e eles haviam deixado a carruagem com cuidado, caminhado e tomado um carro alugado até o Borough. Era o último lugar onde Wardle procuraria.

Enquanto Jingle colocava o chapéu amassado, Rachael pediu com carinho que ele não demorasse.

Jingle a chamou de cruel por imaginar que ele poderia permanecer longe dela. Aproximou-se de modo brincalhão, deu-lhe um beijo leve e saiu dançando do quarto.

Depois que a porta se fechou, Rachael o chamou de homem querido.

Enquanto caminhava pelo corredor, Jingle a chamou em particular de velha estranha.

O narrador se recusa a acompanhar os pensamentos desonestos de Jingle. Ele evitou os vendedores de licenças na entrada de Doctors' Commons e chegou com segurança ao escritório correto. Obteve uma licença oficial de casamento para Alfred Jingle e Rachael Wardle, guardou-a no bolso e voltou orgulhoso em direção ao Borough.

English → Enquanto Jingle voltava, dois cavalheiros corpulentos e um magro entraram no pátio da White Hart procurando alguém para interrogar. Sam polia as botas altas de um fazendeiro enquanto o dono delas comia uma enorme refeição depois do mercado. O cavalheiro magro se aproximou de Sam.

O cavalheiro magro chamou Sam de amigo.

Sam pensou que o homem devia querer aconselhamento gratuito, pois de repente ficara tão amigável. Em voz alta, apenas perguntou o que o cavalheiro queria.

Depois de limpar educadamente a garganta, o homem magro perguntou se muitas pessoas estavam hospedadas na movimentada hospedaria.

Sam o estudou em segredo. Era um homem pequeno e ressecado, com rosto escuro e estreito e olhos pretos inquietos ao lado de um nariz curioso. Usava roupas pretas bem-cuidadas, botas brilhantes, gravata branca e corrente de relógio de ouro, e carregava as luvas em vez de vesti-las. Parecia acostumado a fazer perguntas difíceis.

O homenzinho perguntou novamente se os negócios iam bem.

English → Sam disse que a hospedaria não iria falir nem enriquecer. Eles viviam com simplicidade e aceitavam o que tinham.

O homenzinho perguntou se Sam era um brincalhão.

Sam tratou o hábito de brincar como uma doença. Disse que seu irmão mais velho sofrera dela e que talvez ele a tivesse pegado por dormir ao lado dele.

Olhando ao redor, o homenzinho chamou a hospedaria de construção antiga e curiosa.

O tranquilo Sam respondeu que, se o cavalheiro tivesse anunciado a visita, eles teriam consertado o prédio para ele.

As respostas de Sam confundiram o homenzinho, que conversou brevemente com os dois cavalheiros maiores. Depois tomou um pouco de rapé e se preparou para tentar de novo. Antes que pudesse, o homem corpulento de aparência bondosa e óculos interrompeu.

O cavalheiro bondoso começou a dizer que seu companheiro pagaria meia guiné a Sam para responder uma ou duas perguntas.

O pequeno profissional o interrompeu. Disse que, depois de entregar um assunto a um especialista, o cliente não devia interferir e precisava confiar totalmente nele. Depois admitiu que esquecera o nome do cavalheiro bondoso.

English → Wardle respondeu que seu amigo era o Sr. Pickwick.

O homenzinho pediu desculpas a Pickwick. Disse que aceitava sugestões particulares, mas oferecer meia guiné a Sam era um argumento público impróprio que interferia em seu trabalho profissional. Tomou mais rapé e tentou parecer muito sábio.

Pickwick explicou que apenas desejava terminar aquele assunto desagradável o mais depressa possível.

O homenzinho concordou que aquilo estava correto.

Pickwick disse que sua experiência lhe ensinara que uma oferta de dinheiro era o argumento com maior chance de funcionar com qualquer pessoa.

O homenzinho elogiou a ideia, mas disse que Pickwick deveria tê-la sugerido em particular a ele. Começou a explicar quanta confiança os clientes deviam depositar nos profissionais e tentou citar um caso jurídico.

Sam interrompeu o discurso jurídico com uma piada sobre George Barnwell. Depois disse que aceitaria com prazer meia guiné. Sorrindo para Pickwick, perguntou diretamente o que queriam dele.

English → Wardle começou a explicar o que eles queriam saber.

O ocupado homenzinho interrompeu Wardle novamente.

Wardle ergueu os ombros com frustração e ficou em silêncio.

O homenzinho explicou com solenidade que não queriam assustar ninguém lá dentro. Perguntou a Sam quem estava hospedado na hospedaria naquele momento.

Como Sam conhecia os hóspedes principalmente pelos calçados, enumerou uma perna de madeira no quarto seis, botas altas no treze, dois pares de botas curtas na sala comercial, as botas pintadas do fazendeiro perto do bar e mais cinco pares na sala de café.

O homenzinho perguntou se havia mais alguém.

Sam de repente se lembrou de um par gasto de botas Wellington e de um par de sapatos femininos no quarto cinco.

Pickwick e Wardle haviam ficado confusos com a lista estranha de Sam. Agora Wardle perguntou depressa que tipo de sapatos femininos eram.

Sam respondeu que os sapatos eram feitos no campo.

English → Wardle perguntou se traziam o nome do fabricante.

A resposta é "Brown".

Sam pergunta de onde Brown vem.

A resposta é Muggleton.

Wardle diz animado que encontraram o casal.

Sam diz em voz baixa que os Wellingtons foram a Doctors' Commons.

O homenzinho diz que não.

Sam explica que foram buscar uma licença de casamento.

Wardle diz que ainda há tempo e pede com urgência para ver o quarto.

O pequeno advogado aconselha cautela. Tira uma bolsa vermelha e mostra uma moeda de ouro a Sam.

Sam sorri como se entendesse.

O advogado promete a moeda a Sam se ele os levar ao quarto sem anunciá-los.

Sam joga de lado o que estava carregando e os conduz por um corredor escuro e uma escada larga. No fim de outro corredor, estende a mão.

O advogado coloca em silêncio a moeda prometida na mão de Sam.

Sam caminha um pouco mais com Wardle, Pickwick e o advogado atrás dele e para diante de uma porta.

English → O advogado pergunta em voz baixa se aquele é o quarto.

Sam confirma com a cabeça.

Wardle abre a porta, e os três homens entram no momento em que Jingle mostra a licença de casamento a Rachael.

Rachael grita, cai numa cadeira e cobre o rosto. Jingle esconde depressa a licença amassada no bolso enquanto os visitantes se aproximam.

Sem fôlego de raiva, Wardle chama Jingle de terrível criminoso.

O advogado pede que Wardle se acalme porque insultar Jingle poderia causar uma ação judicial.

Wardle pergunta como Jingle ousou tirar sua irmã de casa.

O advogado apoia a pergunta e exige uma resposta de Jingle.

Jingle pergunta com ferocidade quem é o advogado, fazendo o homenzinho recuar.

Wardle apresenta seu advogado, o Sr. Perker, e ameaça arruinar Jingle no tribunal. Depois manda Rachael colocar o chapéu, pagar a conta e voltar para casa.

Sam atende a campainha depressa porque esteve observando em segredo pelo buraco da fechadura.

English → Wardle manda Rachael colocar o chapéu outra vez.

Jingle diz que ela não deve obedecer. Manda Wardle sair e afirma que Rachael é adulta e livre para escolher.

Wardle zomba da afirmação de que ela tem mais de vinte e um anos e diz que tem mais de quarenta e um.

Rachael fica zangada o bastante para parar de fingir desmaio e nega.

Wardle diz que ela tem pelo menos cinquenta anos.

Rachael grita alto e desmaia.

O bondoso Pickwick chama a dona da hospedaria e pede água.

O irritado Wardle sugere jogar um balde inteiro de água sobre Rachael porque ela merece.

A dona da hospedaria o chama de cruel e consola Rachael. Com a ajuda de uma criada, usa vinagre, esfrega suas mãos, toca seu nariz e afrouxa suas roupas.

Sam aparece na porta e diz que a carruagem está pronta.

Wardle diz que carregará Rachael para baixo.

Essa ameaça torna o mal-estar dramático dela muito pior.

A dona da hospedaria começa a protestar com raiva, mas Jingle a interrompe.

English → Jingle manda Sam buscar um policial.

Perker pede que todos parem e pensem.

Jingle se recusa. Diz que Rachael controla a própria vida e desafia qualquer pessoa a levá-la contra sua vontade.

Rachael diz com fraqueza que não quer partir e então passa mal outra vez.

Perker diz em particular a Wardle e Pickwick que eles não têm poder legal sobre Rachael. Já os havia avisado de que somente um acordo financeiro resolveria o problema.

Todos fazem uma breve pausa.

Pickwick pergunta que tipo de acordo Perker recomenda.

Perker diz que Wardle precisa aceitar perder algum dinheiro.

Wardle diz que perderá qualquer quantia em vez de aceitar essa vergonha e deixar sua irmã tola sofrer pela vida inteira.

Perker acha que pode resolver a situação e convida Jingle para a sala ao lado.

Jingle concorda, e os quatro homens entram numa sala vazia.

Perker fecha a porta e fala em particular com Jingle. Diz que os dois entendem que Jingle fugiu com Rachael por causa do dinheiro dela.

English → Jingle relaxa e quase lhe dá uma piscadela de entendimento.

Perker explica que Rachael possui apenas algumas centenas de libras até que sua mãe idosa morra.

Jingle repete com força a palavra "idosa".

Perker diz que a mãe ainda não tem setenta e três anos e vem de uma família cujos membros normalmente vivem mais de oitenta e cinco.

Jingle pede com impaciência que continue.

Perker chama Jingle de jovem capaz que poderia construir uma fortuna se tivesse algum dinheiro inicial.

Jingle pede outra vez que continue.

Perker pergunta se Jingle entende.

Jingle diz que não entende completamente.

Perker oferece cinquenta libras e liberdade em vez de Rachael e uma longa espera pelo dinheiro dela.

Jingle se levanta e diz que cinquenta libras não chegam nem perto do suficiente.

Perker segura o botão do casaco dele e argumenta que um homem esperto poderia multiplicar cinquenta libras rapidamente.

Jingle diz que poderia fazer mais com cento e cinquenta libras.

Perker oferece setenta libras para não perderem tempo.

English → Jingle se recusa.

Perker pede que não vá embora e oferece oitenta libras em cheque imediato.

Jingle se recusa novamente.

Perker pergunta qual quantia Jingle aceitará.

Jingle lista seus custos: nove libras pela viagem, três pela licença, cem como compensação, além da honra ferida e da perda da dama.

Perker ignora as duas últimas exigências e oferece cem libras em vez de cento e doze.

Jingle pede mais vinte.

Perker se senta para preencher o cheque.

Perker torna o cheque pagável em dois dias para que possam levar Rachael para casa primeiro. Wardle concorda com má vontade.

Perker diz cem libras.

Jingle insiste em mais vinte.

Perker protesta.

Wardle manda Perker pagar Jingle e deixá-lo partir.

Perker preenche o cheque, e Jingle o guarda no bolso.

Wardle se levanta e manda Jingle sair imediatamente.

Perker tenta acalmá-lo.

Wardle diz que aceitou o acordo apenas porque o dinheiro ajudará Jingle a destruir a si mesmo ainda mais depressa.

English → Perker tenta interromper novamente.

Wardle manda Perker ficar quieto e ordena que Jingle saia da sala.

Sem vergonha, Jingle diz que está partindo e se despede casualmente de Pickwick.

Os olhos de Pickwick queimam de raiva, suas narinas se abrem, e seus punhos se fecham. Mesmo assim, ele se controla e não ataca Jingle.

Jingle joga a licença de casamento aos pés de Pickwick. Sugere trocar o nome nela, levar Rachael para casa e usá-la para Tupman.

O insulto atinge o coração de Pickwick. Ele lança um tinteiro e corre para a frente, mas Jingle desapareceu, e Sam o segura.

Sam brinca que os móveis devem ser baratos onde Pickwick mora. Aponta para a marca de tinta na parede e diz que perseguir Jingle é inútil porque ele já está longe.

Pickwick reconhece rapidamente a verdade. Sua raiva desaparece, e ele recupera o fôlego enquanto olha com bondade para os amigos.

O narrador se recusa a descrever o choro doloroso de Rachael depois que Jingle a abandona, embora Pickwick tenha registrado a cena com lágrimas.

English → Na noite seguinte, Wardle, Pickwick e a abandonada Rachael voltam tristemente de carruagem para Manor Farm.

# Capítulo XI. Que Envolve Mais Uma Viagem e Uma Descoberta Antiquária; Registra a Determinação do Sr. Pickwick de Comparecer a Uma Eleição; e Contém Um Manuscrito do Velho Clérigo

English → Uma noite tranquila e o ar fresco da manhã recuperam Pickwick. Ele recebe Winkle e Snodgrass com alegria depois de dois dias separados, mas percebe que os dois parecem estranhamente tristes e misteriosos.

Depois de cumprimentos carinhosos, Pickwick pergunta como Tupman está.

Winkle não responde. Vira o rosto e parece perdido em pensamentos tristes.

Pickwick pergunta com seriedade a Snodgrass se Tupman está doente.

Com uma lágrima no olho, Snodgrass diz que Tupman não está doente.

Pickwick para e examina os dois amigos.

Ele exige saber o que o comportamento deles significa, onde Tupman está e o que aconteceu.

Pickwick fala com uma dignidade tão séria que eles não conseguem se recusar a responder.

Snodgrass contou a Pickwick que Tupman havia partido.

Pickwick repetiu a notícia com choque e incredulidade.

Snodgrass confirmou mais uma vez que Tupman havia partido.

Pickwick perguntou com urgência para onde Tupman havia ido.

Snodgrass entregou uma carta a Pickwick. Explicou que Tupman ficou mais triste ao saber que Rachael voltaria, desapareceu durante o dia e providenciou para que a carta chegasse à noite.

English → Pickwick abriu a carta e reconheceu a letra de Tupman.

Tupman escreveu que Pickwick era mais forte que as pessoas comuns. Descreveu a dor de perder uma mulher encantadora e ser enganado por um falso amigo.

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# Os Documentos de Pickwick

por Charles Dickens

Por Charles Dickens

Os 57 capítulos acompanham o Sr. Pickwick e seus amigos em viagens, novas amizades, erros cômicos, romances, eleições, festas de Natal, problemas legais e uma passagem pela prisão Fleet. Eles conhecem pessoas como Jingle, Job Trotter, Dodson, Fogg e a família Weller. Depois de muitas aventuras, atos de bondade e problemas resolvidos, o Clube Pickwick finalmente chega ao fim e todos ficam satisfeitos.

Original English Version

# The Pickwick Papers

by Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

1. The Pickwickians 2. The first Day's Journey, and the first Evening's Adventures; with their Consequences 3. A new Acquaintance--The Stroller's Tale--A disagreeable Interruption, and an unpleasant Encounter 4. A Field Day and Bivouac--More new Friends--An Invitation to the Country 5. A short one--Showing, among other Matters, how Mr. Pickwick undertook to drive, and Mr. Winkle to ride, and how they both did it 6. An old-fashioned Card-party--The Clergyman's verses--The Story of the Convict's Return 7. How Mr. Winkle, instead of shooting at the Pigeon and killing the Crow, shot at the Crow and wounded the Pigeon; how the Dingley Dell Cricket Club played All-Muggleton, and how All- Muggleton dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with other interesting and instructive Matters 8. Strongly illustrative of the Position, that the Course of True Love is not a Railway 9. A Discovery and a Chase 10. Clearing up all Doubts (if any existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. A. Jingle's Character 11. Involving another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to be present at an Election; and containing a Manuscript of the old Clergyman's 12. Descriptive of a very important Proceeding on the Part of Mr. Pickwick; no less an Epoch in his Life, than in this History 13. Some Account of Eatanswill; of the State of Parties therein; and of the Election of a Member to serve in Parliament for that ancient, loyal, and patriotic Borough 14. Comprising a brief Description of the Company at the Peacock assembled; and a Tale told by a Bagman 15. In which is given a faithful Portraiture of two distinguished Persons; and an accurate Description of a public Breakfast in their House and Grounds: which public Breakfast leads to the Recognition of an old Acquaintance, and the Commencement of anothe r Chapter 16. Too full of Adventure to be briefly described 17. Showing that an Attack of Rheumatism, in some Cases, acts as a Quickener to inventive Genius 18. Briefly illustrative of two Points; first, the Power of Hysterics, and, secondly, the Force of Circumstances 19. A pleasant Day with an unpleasant Termination 20. Showing how Dodson and Fogg were Men of Business, and their Clerks Men of pleasure; and how an affecting Interview took place between Mr. Weller and his long-lost Parent; showing also what Choice Spirits assembled at the Magpie and Stump, and what a C apital Chapter the next one will be 21. In which the old Man launches forth into his favourite Theme, and relates a Story about a queer Client 22. Mr. Pickwick journeys to Ipswich and meets with a romantic Adventure with a middle-aged Lady in yellow Curl-papers 23. In which Mr. Samuel Weller begins to devote his Energies to the Return Match between himself and Mr. Trotter 24. Wherein Mr. Peter Magnus grows jealous, and the middle-aged Lady apprehensive, which brings the Pickwickians within the Grasp of the Law 25. Showing, among a Variety of pleasant Matters, how majestic and impartial Mr. Nupkins was; and how Mr. Weller returned Mr. Job Trotter's Shuttlecock as heavily as it came- -With another Matter, which will be found in its Place 26. Which contains a brief Account of the Progress of the Action of Bardell against Pickwick 27. Samuel Weller makes a Pilgrimage to Dorking, and beholds his Mother-in-law 28. A good-humoured Christmas Chapter, containing an Account of a Wedding, and some other Sports beside: which although in their Way even as good Customs as Marriage itself, are not quite so religiously kept up, in these degenerate Times 29. The Story of the Goblins who stole a Sexton 30. How the Pickwickians made and cultivated the Acquaintance of a Couple of nice young Men belonging to one of the liberal Professions; how they disported themselves on the Ice; and how their Visit came to a Conclusion 31. Which is all about the Law, and sundry Great Authorities learned therein 32. Describes, far more fully than the Court Newsman ever did, a Bachelor's Party, given by Mr. Bob Sawyer at his Lodgings in the Borough 33. Mr. Weller the elder delivers some Critical Sentiments respecting Literary Composition; and, assisted by his Son Samuel, pays a small Instalment of Retaliation to the Account of the Reverend Gentleman with the Red Nose 34. Is wholly devoted to a full and faithful Report of the memorable Trial of Bardell against Pickwick 35. In which Mr. Pickwick thinks he had better go to Bath; and goes accordingly 36. The chief Features of which will be found to be an authentic Version of the Legend of Prince Bladud, and a most extraordinary Calamity that befell Mr. Winkle 37. Honourably accounts for Mr. Weller's Absence, by describing a Soiree to which he was invited and went; also relates how he was intrusted by Mr. Pickwick with a Private Mission of Delicacy and Importance 38. How Mr. Winkle, when he stepped out of the Frying-pan, walked gently and comfortably into the Fire 39. Mr. Samuel Weller, being intrusted with a Mission of Love, proceeds to execute it; with what Success will hereinafter appear 40. Introduces Mr. Pickwick to a new and not uninteresting Scene in the great Drama of Life 41. What befell Mr. Pickwick when he got into the Fleet; what Prisoners he saw there; and how he passed the Night 42. Illustrative, like the preceding one, of the old Proverb, that Adversity brings a Man acquainted with strange Bedfellows--Likewise containing Mr. Pickwick's extraordinary and startling Announcement to Mr. Samuel Weller 43. Showing how Mr. Samuel Weller got into Difficulties 44. Treats of divers little Matters which occurred in the Fleet, and of Mr. Winkle's mysterious Behaviour; and shows how the poor Chancery Prisoner obtained his Release at last 45. Descriptive of an affecting Interview between Mr. Samuel Weller and a Family Party. Mr. Pickwick makes a Tour of the diminutive World he inhabits, and resolves to mix with it, in Future, as little as possible 46. Records a touching Act of delicate Feeling not unmixed with Pleasantry, achieved and performed by Messrs. Dodson and Fogg 47. Is chiefly devoted to Matters of Business, and the temporal Advantage of Dodson and Fogg--Mr. Winkle reappears under extraordinary Circumstances--Mr. Pickwick's Benevolence proves stronger than his Obstinacy 48. Relates how Mr. Pickwick, with the Assistance of Samuel Weller, essayed to soften the Heart of Mr. Benjamin Allen, and to mollify the Wrath of Mr. Robert Sawyer 49. Containing the Story of the Bagman's Uncle 50. How Mr. Pickwick sped upon his Mission, and how he was reinforced in the Outset by a most unexpected Auxiliary 51. In which Mr. Pickwick encounters an old Acquaintance--To which fortunate Circumstance the Reader is mainly indebted for Matter of thrilling Interest herein set down, concerning two great Public Men of Might and Power 52. Involving a serious Change in the Weller Family, and the untimely Downfall of Mr. Stiggins 53. Comprising the final Exit of Mr. Jingle and Job Trotter, with a great Morning of business in Gray's Inn Square--Concluding with a Double Knock at Mr. Perker's Door 54. Containing some Particulars relative to the Double Knock, and other Matters: among which certain interesting Disclosures relative to Mr. Snodgrass and a Young Lady are by no Means irrelevant to this History 55. Mr. Solomon Pell, assisted by a Select Committee of Coachmen, arranges the affairs of the elder Mr. Weller 56. An important Conference takes place between Mr. Pickwick and Samuel Weller, at which his Parent assists--An old Gentleman in a snuff-coloured Suit arrives unexpectedly 57. In which the Pickwick Club is finally dissolved, and everything concluded to the Satisfaction of Everybody

Tradução Integral em Português

# Os Documentos de Pickwick

por Charles Dickens

Por Charles Dickens

1. Os Pickwickianos 2. A viagem do primeiro dia e as aventuras da primeira noite; com suas consequências 3. Um novo conhecido -- A história do artista ambulante -- Uma interrupção desagradável e um encontro desagradável 4. Um dia de manobras e bivaque -- Mais novos amigos -- Um convite para o campo 5. Um capítulo curto -- Mostrando, entre outros assuntos, como o Sr. Pickwick tentou conduzir uma carruagem, o Sr. Winkle tentou cavalgar e como ambos se saíram 6. Uma partida de cartas à moda antiga -- Os versos do clérigo -- A história do retorno do condenado 7. Como o Sr. Winkle, em vez de atirar no pombo e matar o corvo, atirou no corvo e feriu o pombo; como o Clube de Críquete de Dingley Dell jogou contra All-Muggleton e como All-Muggleton jantou à custa de Dingley Dell; com outros assuntos interessantes e instrutivos 8. Que ilustra vivamente a tese de que o curso do amor verdadeiro não é uma ferrovia 9. Uma descoberta e uma perseguição 10. Esclarecendo todas as dúvidas (se é que existiam) sobre o desinteresse do caráter do Sr. A. Jingle 11. Que envolve outra viagem e uma descoberta de antiguidades; registra a decisão do Sr. Pickwick de comparecer a uma eleição; e contém um manuscrito do velho clérigo 12. Que descreve um procedimento muito importante da parte do Sr. Pickwick; uma época tão importante na vida dele quanto nesta história 13. Algumas informações sobre Eatanswill, sobre a situação dos partidos e sobre a eleição de um membro do Parlamento por aquele antigo, leal e patriótico município 14. Que contém uma breve descrição da companhia reunida no Peacock e uma história contada por um caixeiro-viajante 15. No qual se apresenta um retrato fiel de duas pessoas ilustres e uma descrição exata de um café da manhã público em sua casa e seus jardins; esse café da manhã leva ao reconhecimento de um velho conhecido e ao início de outro capítulo 16. Aventuras demais para serem descritas brevemente 17. Mostrando que um ataque de reumatismo, em alguns casos, estimula a criatividade 18. Que ilustra brevemente dois pontos: primeiro, o poder dos ataques de histeria e, segundo, a força das circunstâncias 19. Um dia agradável com um final desagradável 20. Mostrando como Dodson e Fogg eram homens de negócios e seus funcionários, homens de prazer; como ocorreu um encontro comovente entre o Sr. Weller e seu pai há muito perdido; mostrando também que espíritos especiais se reuniram no Magpie and Stump e que excelente capítulo será o próximo 21. No qual o velho se lança sobre seu tema favorito e conta uma história a respeito de um cliente estranho 22. O Sr. Pickwick viaja para Ipswich e vive uma aventura romântica com uma senhora de meia-idade usando papelotes amarelos 23. No qual o Sr. Samuel Weller começa a dedicar suas energias ao jogo de revanche entre ele e o Sr. Trotter 24. No qual o Sr. Peter Magnus fica com ciúmes e a senhora de meia-idade fica apreensiva, o que coloca os Pickwickianos nas mãos da lei 25. Mostrando, entre vários assuntos agradáveis, como o Sr. Nupkins era majestoso e imparcial; e como o Sr. Weller devolveu ao Sr. Job Trotter sua peteca com a mesma força com que ela veio -- com outro assunto que será encontrado em seu devido lugar 26. Que contém um breve relato do andamento da ação de Bardell contra Pickwick 27. Samuel Weller faz uma peregrinação a Dorking e contempla sua madrasta 28. Um bem-humorado capítulo de Natal, que contém um relato de um casamento e de outros divertimentos; embora sejam, a seu modo, costumes tão bons quanto o próprio casamento, não são mantidos com a mesma devoção nestes tempos decadentes 29. A história dos duendes que raptaram um sacristão 30. Como os Pickwickianos conheceram e cultivaram a amizade de dois agradáveis jovens pertencentes a uma das profissões liberais; como se divertiram no gelo e como a visita chegou ao fim 31. Que trata inteiramente da lei e de várias grandes autoridades instruídas nela 32. Descreve, com muito mais detalhes do que jamais fez o cronista da corte, uma festa de solteiro oferecida pelo Sr. Bob Sawyer em seus aposentos no Borough 33. O Sr. Weller pai apresenta algumas opiniões críticas sobre composição literária e, auxiliado por seu filho Samuel, paga uma pequena parcela de vingança ao reverendo de nariz vermelho 34. Inteiramente dedicado a um relato completo e fiel do memorável julgamento de Bardell contra Pickwick 35. No qual o Sr. Pickwick acha melhor ir para Bath e vai para lá 36. Cujos principais elementos são uma versão autêntica da lenda do príncipe Bladud e uma calamidade extraordinária que atingiu o Sr. Winkle 37. Explica honrosamente a ausência do Sr. Weller ao descrever uma reunião para a qual ele foi convidado e compareceu; também relata como o Sr. Pickwick lhe confiou uma missão particular, delicada e importante 38. Como o Sr. Winkle, ao sair da frigideira, entrou tranquila e confortavelmente no fogo 39. O Sr. Samuel Weller, encarregado de uma missão de amor, parte para cumpri-la; o sucesso que teve aparecerá mais adiante 40. Apresenta o Sr. Pickwick a uma nova e nada desinteressante cena do grande drama da vida 41. O que aconteceu ao Sr. Pickwick quando entrou na prisão Fleet, quais prisioneiros viu ali e como passou a noite 42. Que ilustra, como o anterior, o velho provérbio de que a adversidade faz um homem conhecer estranhos companheiros de cama; também contém o extraordinário e surpreendente anúncio do Sr. Pickwick ao Sr. Samuel Weller 43. Mostrando como o Sr. Samuel Weller se meteu em dificuldades 44. Trata de vários pequenos acontecimentos ocorridos na Fleet e do comportamento misterioso do Sr. Winkle; e mostra como o pobre prisioneiro da Chancelaria finalmente obteve sua libertação 45. Que descreve um encontro comovente entre o Sr. Samuel Weller e uma família. O Sr. Pickwick percorre o pequeno mundo em que vive e decide misturar-se o mínimo possível com ele no futuro 46. Registra um comovente ato de sentimento delicado, não sem certa graça, realizado pelos Srs. Dodson e Fogg 47. Dedicado principalmente a assuntos de negócios e à vantagem financeira de Dodson e Fogg; o Sr. Winkle reaparece em circunstâncias extraordinárias; a bondade do Sr. Pickwick se mostra mais forte que sua teimosia 48. Relata como o Sr. Pickwick, com a ajuda de Samuel Weller, tentou amolecer o coração do Sr. Benjamin Allen e acalmar a ira do Sr. Robert Sawyer 49. Que contém a história do tio do caixeiro-viajante 50. Como o Sr. Pickwick se saiu em sua missão e como recebeu, logo no início, o reforço de um auxiliar totalmente inesperado 51. No qual o Sr. Pickwick encontra um velho conhecido; graças a essa feliz circunstância, o leitor recebe o relato emocionante aqui registrado sobre dois grandes homens públicos de força e poder 52. Que envolve uma séria mudança na família Weller e a queda prematura do Sr. Stiggins 53. Que contém a saída definitiva do Sr. Jingle e de Job Trotter, com uma grande manhã de negócios em Gray's Inn Square, e termina com uma batida dupla na porta do Sr. Perker 54. Que contém alguns detalhes relativos à batida dupla e outros assuntos; entre eles, certas revelações interessantes sobre o Sr. Snodgrass e uma jovem não são de modo algum irrelevantes para esta história 55. O Sr. Solomon Pell, auxiliado por uma comissão especial de cocheiros, organiza os assuntos do Sr. Weller pai 56. Realiza-se uma importante conferência entre o Sr. Pickwick e Samuel Weller, com a ajuda do pai deste; um velho senhor com um traje cor de rapé chega inesperadamente 57. No qual o Clube Pickwick é finalmente dissolvido e tudo termina para a satisfação de todos

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CHAPTER I. The Pickwickians

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O editor diz que um registro do Clube Pickwick finalmente esclarece o pouco conhecido início da vida pública do grande Sr. Pickwick. Ele o apresenta com orgulho como prova de que estudou cuidadosamente os muitos documentos que recebeu.

Em 12 de maio de 1827, Joseph Smiggers presidiu uma reunião. Todos aprovaram as seguintes decisões.

O clube ouvira o trabalho de Samuel Pickwick sobre a origem dos lagos de Hampstead e suas ideias a respeito dos peixinhos. Os membros o aprovaram totalmente e agradeceram com entusiasmo.

O clube acreditava que o trabalho de Pickwick e suas pesquisas pelos arredores de Londres ajudariam a ciência. Achava que viagens mais longas e observações mais amplas aumentariam o conhecimento e divulgariam ainda mais o saber.

Com esse objetivo, o clube considerou seriamente uma proposta de Samuel Pickwick e três outros membros. Eles queriam criar um novo grupo de viajantes chamado Sociedade Correspondente do Clube Pickwick.

O clube aceitou e aprovou a proposta.

Original English Version

The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted.

'May 12, 1827. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. The following resolutions unanimously agreed to:--

'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same.

'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning.

'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club.

'That the said proposal has received the sanction and approval of this Association.

Tradução Integral em Português

O primeiro raio de luz que ilumina as trevas, e converte em fulgurante brilho aquela obscuridade em que a história dos primórdios da carreira pública do imortal Pickwick parece envolver-se, provém da leitura do seguinte registro nos Anais do Clube Pickwick, que o editor destes documentos sente o mais elevado prazer em apresentar aos seus leitores, como prova da cuidadosa atenção, da infatigável assiduidade e da fina discriminação com que conduziu sua busca entre os multifários documentos a ele confiados.

'12 de maio de 1827. Presidindo Joseph Smiggers, Esq., V.P.P.M.C.P. [Vice-Presidente Perpétuo - Membro do Clube Pickwick]. Foram aprovadas por unanimidade as seguintes resoluções: -

'Que esta Associação ouviu ler, com sentimentos de irrestrita satisfação e incondicional aprovação, o trabalho comunicado por Samuel Pickwick, Esq., P.G.M.C.P. [Presidente-Geral - Membro do Clube Pickwick], intitulado "Especulações sobre a Nascente dos Lagos de Hampstead, com algumas Observações acerca da Teoria dos Peixes-Espinho"; e que esta Associação, por este ato, apresenta os seus mais calorosos agradecimentos ao referido Samuel Pickwick, Esq., P.G.M.C.P., pelo mesmo.

'Que, embora esta Associação esteja profundamente ciente das vantagens que hão de resultar para a causa da ciência da obra que se acaba de mencionar - não menos que das incansáveis pesquisas de Samuel Pickwick, Esq., P.G.M.C.P., em Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton e Camberwell - , não pode deixar de nutrir vivo sentimento dos inestimáveis benefícios que inevitavelmente advirão de se levarem as especulações daquele douto varão a um campo mais amplo, de se estenderem suas viagens e, por conseguinte, de se alargar sua esfera de observação, para o progresso do conhecimento e a difusão do saber.

'Que, tendo em vista o que acaba de ser exposto, esta Associação tomou em séria consideração uma proposta, emanada do supracitado Samuel Pickwick, Esq., P.G.M.C.P., e de três outros Pickwickianos adiante nomeados, para a formação de um novo ramo dos Pickwickianos Unidos, sob o título de Sociedade Correspondente do Clube Pickwick.

'Que a referida proposta recebeu a sanção e a aprovação desta Associação.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O clube criou oficialmente a Sociedade Correspondente. Nomeou Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass e Nathaniel Winkle como membros. Eles enviariam regularmente ao clube de Londres relatos verdadeiros sobre suas viagens, descobertas, pessoas encontradas, aventuras e histórias locais.

O clube apoiou firmemente a regra de que cada viajante deveria pagar suas próprias despesas. Sob essa regra, os membros poderiam continuar suas pesquisas pelo tempo que desejassem.

O clube também aceitou a generosa oferta dos viajantes de pagar suas próprias cartas e encomendas.

O secretário diz que uma pessoa comum talvez não visse nada de especial na cabeça careca e nos óculos redondos de Pickwick. Seus amigos, porém, sabiam que uma grande mente trabalhava por trás deles. Quando os membros chamaram seu nome, Pickwick subiu na cadeira e falou com gestos grandiosos. Ao lado dele estavam seus três companheiros: Tracy Tupman, mais velho, mas ainda romântico; o poético Augustus Snodgrass, com uma capa azul; e Nathaniel Winkle, vestido como um esportista entusiasmado.

Original English Version

'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London.

'That this Association cordially recognises the principle of every member of the Corresponding Society defraying his own travelling expenses; and that it sees no objection whatever to the members of the said society pursuing their inquiries for any length of time they please, upon the same terms.

'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.'

A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. And how much more interesting did the spectacle become, when, starting into full life and animation, as a simultaneous call for 'Pickwick' burst from his followers, that illustrious man slowly mounted into the Windsor chair, on which he had been previously seated, and addressed the club himself had founded. What a study for an artist did that exciting scene present! The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Que fica, portanto, por este ato constituída a Sociedade Correspondente do Clube Pickwick; e que Samuel Pickwick, Esq., P.G.M.C.P., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.C.P., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.C.P., e Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.C.P., ficam por este ato nomeados e designados membros da mesma; e que sejam solicitados a remeter, de tempos em tempos, relatos autenticados de suas viagens e investigações, de suas observações sobre caráter e costumes, e da totalidade de suas aventuras, juntamente com todos os contos e escritos a que a paisagem ou as associações locais possam dar origem, ao Clube Pickwick, estabelecido em Londres.

'Que esta Associação reconhece cordialmente o princípio de que cada membro da Sociedade Correspondente custeará suas próprias despesas de viagem; e que não vê objeção alguma a que os membros da referida sociedade prossigam em suas indagações pelo tempo que bem lhes aprouver, nos mesmos termos.

'Que os membros da supracitada Sociedade Correspondente sejam, e por este ato ficam, informados de que sua proposta de pagar a franquia de suas cartas e o transporte de suas encomendas foi objeto de deliberação por parte desta Associação: que esta Associação considera tal proposta digna dos grandes espíritos de que emanou, e que por este ato manifesta sua perfeita anuência à mesma.'

Um observador casual, acrescenta o secretário, a cujas notas devemos o relato que se segue - um observador casual talvez nada tivesse notado de extraordinário na cabeça calva e nos óculos circulares que se voltavam com atenção para o rosto dele (do secretário) durante a leitura das resoluções acima: mas, para quem sabia que o gigantesco cérebro de Pickwick trabalhava sob aquela fronte, e que os olhos radiantes de Pickwick cintilavam por trás daquelas lentes, o espetáculo era, de fato, dos mais interessantes. Ali estava sentado o homem que rastreara até a nascente os poderosos lagos de Hampstead e agitara o mundo científico com sua Teoria dos Peixes-Espinho, tão calmo e imperturbável quanto as águas profundas do primeiro num dia de geada, ou quanto um exemplar solitário do segundo nos mais recônditos refolhos de um jarro de barro. E quanto mais interessante se tornou o espetáculo quando, animando-se em plena vida e vivacidade, ao irromper de seus seguidores um simultâneo clamor por 'Pickwick', aquele ilustre varão lentamente galgou a cadeira Windsor em que antes se assentara e se dirigiu ao clube que ele próprio fundara. Que estudo para um artista oferecia aquela cena empolgante! O eloquente Pickwick, com uma das mãos graciosamente oculta atrás das abas do casaco e a outra a agitar-se no ar para dar ênfase à sua fervorosa declamação; sua posição elevada revelando aquelas calças justas e polainas que, se vestissem um homem comum, poderiam passar despercebidas, mas que, vestidas por Pickwick - se nos é lícita a expressão - , inspiravam involuntário assombro e respeito; cercado pelos homens que se haviam oferecido para partilhar os perigos de suas viagens e que estavam destinados a participar das glórias de suas descobertas. À sua direita achava-se sentado o Sr. Tracy Tupman - o suscetível demais Tupman, que à sabedoria e à experiência de anos mais maduros acrescentava o entusiasmo e o ardor de um menino na mais interessante e desculpável das fraquezas humanas: o amor. O tempo e a boa mesa haviam dilatado aquela forma outrora romântica; o colete de seda preta ia-se desenvolvendo cada vez mais; polegada a polegada, a corrente de ouro do relógio por baixo dele desaparecera do campo de visão de Tupman; e o vasto queixo aos poucos avançara sobre as bordas da gravata branca: mas a alma de Tupman não conhecera mudança alguma - a admiração pelo belo sexo continuava sendo sua paixão dominante. À esquerda de seu grande líder achava-se sentado o poético Snodgrass e, mais perto ainda, o esportivo Winkle; envolto o primeiro, poeticamente, numa misteriosa capa azul de gola de pele canina, e emprestando o segundo brilho adicional a um novo casaco verde de caça, a um lenço de pescoço axadrezado e a um calção pardo bem ajustado.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O clube registrou o discurso de Pickwick e o debate que veio depois. Como a discussão parecia com as de outros grupos famosos, o editor a apresenta aqui.

Pickwick disse que todo homem queria fama. Snodgrass desejava fama como poeta, Tupman queria sucesso no amor e Winkle buscava fama nos esportes. Pickwick admitiu que também sentia orgulho, especialmente por sua famosa teoria dos peixinhos, mas disse que seu desejo de ajudar a humanidade era mais forte. Aceitou com orgulho a honra e o perigo de viajar, embora carruagens tombassem, cavalos fugissem, barcos virassem e caldeiras explodissem. Quando alguém gritou "Não", Pickwick sugeriu com raiva que um rival invejoso o atacava.

O Sr. Blotton, de Aldgate, levantou-se e perguntou se Pickwick falava dele. A sala se encheu de gritos misturados por ordem, silêncio e continuação.

Pickwick recusou-se a ser calado pelo barulho e admitiu que falava do Sr. Blotton. Todos ficaram agitados.

O Sr. Blotton disse que rejeitava com total desprezo a acusação falsa e ofensiva. Chamou Pickwick de impostor, provocando fortes aplausos e grande confusão.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick's oration upon this occasion, together with the debate thereon, is entered on the Transactions of the Club. Both bear a strong affinity to the discussions of other celebrated bodies; and, as it is always interesting to trace a resemblance between the proceedings of great men, we transfer the entry to these pages.

'Mr. Pickwick observed (says the secretary) that fame was dear to the heart of every man. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. He (Mr. Pickwick) would not deny that he was influenced by human passions and human feelings (cheers)--possibly by human weaknesses (loud cries of "No"); but this he would say, that if ever the fire of self-importance broke out in his bosom, the desire to benefit the human race in preference effectually quenched it. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Travelling was in a troubled state, and the minds of coachmen were unsettled. Let them look abroad and contemplate the scenes which were enacting around them. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of--

'MR. BLOTTON (of Aldgate) rose to order. Did the honourable Pickwickian allude to him? (Cries of "Order," "Chair," "Yes," "No," "Go on," "Leave off," etc.)

'MR. PICKWICK would not put up to be put down by clamour. He had alluded to the honourable gentleman. (Great excitement.)

'MR. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.")

Tradução Integral em Português

A oração do Sr. Pickwick nessa ocasião, juntamente com o debate a que deu ensejo, está registrada nos Anais do Clube. Ambos guardam forte afinidade com as discussões de outras célebres corporações; e, como é sempre interessante assinalar uma semelhança entre os trabalhos dos grandes homens, transferimos o registro para estas páginas.

'O Sr. Pickwick observou (diz o secretário) que a glória é cara ao coração de todo homem. A glória poética era cara ao coração de seu amigo Snodgrass; a glória da conquista era igualmente cara ao seu amigo Tupman; e o desejo de granjear glória nos esportes do campo, do ar e das águas prevalecia no peito de seu amigo Winkle. Ele (o Sr. Pickwick) não negaria que estava sujeito a paixões humanas e a sentimentos humanos (aplausos) - possivelmente a fraquezas humanas (fortes brados de "Não"); mas isto ele diria: que, se alguma vez o fogo da vaidade lhe irrompesse no peito, o desejo de beneficiar o gênero humano de preferência o extinguiria por completo. O louvor da humanidade era o seu balanço; a filantropia, a sua companhia de seguros. (Aplausos veementes.) Sentira certo orgulho - reconhecia-o francamente, e que os seus inimigos disso tirassem o melhor proveito - , sentira certo orgulho ao apresentar ao mundo a sua Teoria Peixespinhesca; podia ela ser célebre ou não. (Um grito de "É célebre!", e grandes aplausos.) Aceitaria a asserção daquele honrado Pickwickiano cuja voz acabara de ouvir - era célebre; mas, ainda que a fama daquele tratado se estendesse aos confins mais remotos do mundo conhecido, o orgulho com que refletiria sobre a autoria de tal produção seria como nada em comparação com o orgulho com que olhava à sua volta, neste, o mais orgulhoso momento de sua existência. (Aplausos.) Era um indivíduo humilde. ("Não, não.") Ainda assim, não podia deixar de sentir que o haviam escolhido para um serviço de grande honra e de algum perigo. As viagens andavam em estado conturbado, e os espíritos dos cocheiros, desassossegados. Que olhassem em derredor e contemplassem as cenas que se desenrolavam à sua volta. Diligências tombavam em todas as direções, cavalos disparavam, barcos emborcavam e caldeiras rebentavam. (Aplausos - uma voz: "Não.") Não! (Aplausos.) Que aquele honrado Pickwickiano que gritou "Não" tão alto se adiantasse e o negasse, se fosse capaz. (Aplausos.) Quem foi que gritou "Não"? (Aplausos entusiásticos.) Teria sido algum homem vaidoso e frustrado - não diria algum retroseiro (fortes aplausos) - que, invejoso do louvor que fora - talvez imerecidamente - concedido às suas (do Sr. Pickwick) pesquisas, e escaldado pela censura que se amontoara sobre suas próprias débeis tentativas de rivalidade, adotava agora este vil e calunioso expediente de - '

'O SR. BLOTTON (de Aldgate) levantou-se para uma questão de ordem. Estaria o honrado Pickwickiano a aludir a ele? (Gritos de "Ordem!", "À cadeira!", "Sim!", "Não!", "Continue!", "Basta!", etc.)

'O SR. PICKWICK não se deixaria calar por clamores. Aludira, sim, ao honrado cavalheiro. (Grande agitação.)

'O SR. BLOTTON diria então apenas que repelia, com profundo desprezo, a falsa e ultrajante acusação do honrado cavalheiro. (Grandes aplausos.) O honrado cavalheiro era um farsante. (Imensa confusão e altos brados de "À cadeira!" e "Ordem!")

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O Sr. Snodgrass pediu ao presidente que restabelecesse a ordem. Queria saber se aquela briga vergonhosa entre dois membros do clube deveria continuar.

O presidente disse ter certeza de que o Sr. Blotton retiraria a palavra ofensiva.

O Sr. Blotton disse com respeito, mas com firmeza, que não retiraria a palavra.

O presidente então perguntou se Blotton usara a palavra em seu sentido comum.

Blotton disse que usara a palavra apenas em seu sentido especial pickwickiano. Pessoalmente, respeitava muito Pickwick; considerava-o um impostor apenas do ponto de vista pickwickiano.

Pickwick ficou satisfeito com essa explicação justa. Também explicou que seus próprios comentários tinham apenas um sentido pickwickiano, e todos aplaudiram.

O registro oficial e provavelmente o debate terminam nesse ponto estranhamente claro e satisfatório. O capítulo seguinte não se baseia em um relatório oficial, mas em cartas e outros documentos confiáveis, reunidos cuidadosamente em uma só história.

Original English Version

'Mr. A. SNODGRASS rose to order. He threw himself upon the chair. (Hear.) He wished to know whether this disgraceful contest between two members of that club should be allowed to continue. (Hear, hear.)

'The CHAIRMAN was quite sure the hon. Pickwickian would withdraw the expression he had just made use of.

'MR. BLOTTON, with all possible respect for the chair, was quite sure he would not.

'The CHAIRMAN felt it his imperative duty to demand of the honourable gentleman, whether he had used the expression which had just escaped him in a common sense.

'MR. BLOTTON had no hesitation in saying that he had not--he had used the word in its Pickwickian sense. (Hear, hear.) He was bound to acknowledge that, personally, he entertained the highest regard and esteem for the honourable gentleman; he had merely considered him a humbug in a Pickwickian point of view. (Hear, hear.)

'MR. PICKWICK felt much gratified by the fair, candid, and full explanation of his honourable friend. He begged it to be at once understood, that his own observations had been merely intended to bear a Pickwickian construction. (Cheers.)'

Here the entry terminates, as we have no doubt the debate did also, after arriving at such a highly satisfactory and intelligible point. We have no official statement of the facts which the reader will find recorded in the next chapter, but they have been carefully collated from letters and other MS. authorities, so unquestionably genuine as to justify their narration in a connected form.

Tradução Integral em Português

'O Sr. A. SNODGRASS levantou-se para uma questão de ordem. Apelou para a autoridade da presidência. (Apoiado.) Desejava saber se se permitiria que prosseguisse aquela vergonhosa contenda entre dois membros do clube. (Apoiado, apoiado.)

'O PRESIDENTE estava certíssimo de que o honrado Pickwickiano retiraria a expressão de que acabara de fazer uso.

'O SR. BLOTTON, com todo o respeito possível pela presidência, estava certíssimo de que não a retiraria.

'O PRESIDENTE julgava dever imperativo seu indagar do honrado cavalheiro se empregara a expressão que acabara de lhe escapar num sentido comum.

'O SR. BLOTTON não hesitava em declarar que não - empregara a palavra em seu sentido pickwickiano. (Apoiado, apoiado.) Via-se obrigado a reconhecer que, no plano pessoal, nutria a mais alta consideração e estima pelo honrado cavalheiro; apenas o considerara um farsante de um ponto de vista pickwickiano. (Apoiado, apoiado.)

'O SR. PICKWICK sentiu-se muito gratificado com a justa, franca e cabal explicação de seu honrado amigo. Rogava que desde logo se entendesse que suas próprias observações se destinavam meramente a comportar uma interpretação pickwickiana. (Aplausos.)'

Aqui termina o registro, como não duvidamos que também terminasse o debate, depois de chegar a ponto tão altamente satisfatório e inteligível. Não dispomos de exposição oficial dos fatos que o leitor encontrará narrados no próximo capítulo, mas eles foram cuidadosamente cotejados a partir de cartas e outras fontes manuscritas, tão inquestionavelmente genuínas que justificam sua narração em forma articulada.

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CHAPTER II. The First Day's Journey, and the First Evening's Adventures; with Their Consequences

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

No início da manhã de 13 de maio de 1827, o Sr. Pickwick acordou e olhou da janela para Goswell Street em todas as direções. Decidiu que as pessoas sábias deviam olhar além do que estava diante delas e explorar lugares desconhecidos. Vestiu-se, fez a mala, barbeou-se, tomou café e foi para a estação de carruagens com sua bagagem, telescópio e caderno prontos para novas descobertas.

O Sr. Pickwick chamou uma carruagem.

Um trabalhador vestido de modo estranho gritou que uma carruagem estava pronta. Usava roupas grosseiras e uma placa de metal numerada, como se pertencesse a uma coleção. O primeiro cocheiro foi chamado de uma taverna próxima, e o Sr. Pickwick e sua mala foram colocados na carruagem.

O Sr. Pickwick pediu para ir ao Golden Cross.

Enquanto partiam, o cocheiro irritado disse ao amigo que a viagem valia apenas um xelim.

Segurando o xelim da passagem, o Sr. Pickwick perguntou ao cocheiro quantos anos tinha o cavalo.

Original English Version

That punctual servant of all work, the sun, had just risen, and begun to strike a light on the morning of the thirteenth of May, one thousand eight hundred and twenty-seven, when Mr. Samuel Pickwick burst like another sun from his slumbers, threw open his chamber window, and looked out upon the world beneath. Goswell Street was at his feet, Goswell Street was on his right hand--as far as the eye could reach, Goswell Street extended on his left; and the opposite side of Goswell Street was over the way. 'Such,' thought Mr. Pickwick, 'are the narrow views of those philosophers who, content with examining the things that lie before them, look not to the truths which are hidden beyond. As well might I be content to gaze on Goswell Street for ever, without one effort to penetrate to the hidden countries which on every side surround it.' And having given vent to this beautiful reflection, Mr. Pickwick proceeded to put himself into his clothes, and his clothes into his portmanteau. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand.

'Cab!' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. This was the waterman. 'Here you are, sir. Now, then, fust cab!' And the first cab having been fetched from the public- house, where he had been smoking his first pipe, Mr. Pickwick and his portmanteau were thrown into the vehicle.

'Golden Cross,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Only a bob's vorth, Tommy,' cried the driver sulkily, for the information of his friend the waterman, as the cab drove off.

'How old is that horse, my friend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, rubbing his nose with the shilling he had reserved for the fare.

Tradução Integral em Português

Aquele pontual servo para todo serviço, o sol, acabara de erguer-se e começava a lançar sua luz na manhã de treze de maio de mil oitocentos e vinte e sete, quando o Sr. Samuel Pickwick, qual um outro sol, irrompeu de seu sono, abriu de par em par a janela do quarto e contemplou o mundo lá embaixo. A Goswell Street estava a seus pés, a Goswell Street estava à sua direita - até onde a vista alcançava, a Goswell Street estendia-se à sua esquerda; e o lado oposto da Goswell Street ficava do outro lado da rua. 'Assim são', pensou o Sr. Pickwick, 'as visões estreitas daqueles filósofos que, contentando-se em examinar as coisas que têm diante de si, não atentam para as verdades que se ocultam mais além. Tanto faria eu contentar-me em fitar a Goswell Street para todo o sempre, sem um só esforço para penetrar nas ignotas paragens que por todos os lados a cercam.' E, tendo dado vazão a essa bela reflexão, o Sr. Pickwick tratou de enfiar-se em suas roupas, e suas roupas na mala. Os grandes homens raramente são escrupulosos demais na disposição de seus trajes; a operação de barbear-se, vestir-se e tomar café foi logo executada; e, uma hora depois, o Sr. Pickwick, com a mala na mão, a luneta no bolso do sobretudo e a caderneta no colete, pronta para receber quaisquer descobertas dignas de anotação, havia chegado ao ponto de carruagens em St. Martin's-le-Grand.

- Carro! - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Aqui, senhor! - gritou um estranho espécime da raça humana, de casaco de estopa e avental do mesmo pano, o qual, com uma placa de latão e um número ao pescoço, parecia catalogado em alguma coleção de raridades. Era o aguadeiro. - Aqui, senhor. Vamos lá, primeiro carro! - E, tendo o primeiro carro sido buscado na taberna, onde o cocheiro fumava seu primeiro cachimbo, o Sr. Pickwick e sua mala foram atirados para dentro do veículo.

- Golden Cross - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Só um xelim de corrida, Tommy - gritou o cocheiro, emburrado, para informação de seu amigo o aguadeiro, enquanto o carro partia.

- Que idade tem esse cavalo, meu amigo? - perguntou o Sr. Pickwick, esfregando o nariz com o xelim que reservara para a corrida.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O cocheiro olhou de lado para ele e respondeu: - Quarenta e dois.

Surpreso, o Sr. Pickwick pegou seu caderno. O cocheiro repetiu a idade do cavalo sem mudar de expressão, por isso Pickwick anotou a informação imediatamente.

Querendo mais informações, o Sr. Pickwick perguntou por quanto tempo o cavalo ficava trabalhando fora a cada vez.

O cocheiro respondeu: - Duas ou três semanas.

O Sr. Pickwick repete a palavra semanas com surpresa e tira novamente o caderno.

O cocheiro diz com calma que o cavalo mora em Pentonville, mas raramente o levam para casa porque é fraco.

Confuso, o Sr. Pickwick repete que o motivo é a fraqueza do cavalo.

O cocheiro explica que o cavalo sempre cai quando é retirado da carruagem. Nos arreios, eles o sustentam com firmeza. As rodas grandes continuam avançando atrás dele, por isso ele precisa seguir em frente.

Pickwick anota cada palavra em seu caderno como exemplo de um cavalo que sobrevive em condições difíceis. Eles chegam ao Golden Cross, onde Tupman, Snodgrass e Winkle recebem com entusiasmo seu famoso líder.

Original English Version

'Forty-two,' replied the driver, eyeing him askant.

'What!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, laying his hand upon his note-book. The driver reiterated his former statement. Mr. Pickwick looked very hard at the man's face, but his features were immovable, so he noted down the fact forthwith.

'And how long do you keep him out at a time?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, searching for further information.

'Two or three veeks,' replied the man.

'Weeks!' said Mr. Pickwick in astonishment, and out came the note-book again.

'He lives at Pentonwil when he's at home,' observed the driver coolly, 'but we seldom takes him home, on account of his weakness.'

'On account of his weakness!' reiterated the perplexed Mr. Pickwick.

'He always falls down when he's took out o' the cab,' continued the driver, 'but when he's in it, we bears him up werry tight, and takes him in werry short, so as he can't werry well fall down; and we've got a pair o' precious large wheels on, so ven he does move, they run after him, and he must go on--he can't help it.'

Mr. Pickwick entered every word of this statement in his note-book, with the view of communicating it to the club, as a singular instance of the tenacity of life in horses under trying circumstances. The entry was scarcely completed when they reached the Golden Cross. Down jumped the driver, and out got Mr. Pickwick. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Quarenta e dois - respondeu o cocheiro, olhando-o de esguelha.

- O quê! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick, pousando a mão sobre a caderneta. O cocheiro reiterou o que dissera. O Sr. Pickwick fitou com muita atenção o rosto do homem, mas suas feições permaneceram impassíveis, de modo que ele anotou o fato incontinenti.

- E por quanto tempo o senhor o mantém na rua de cada vez? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick, em busca de mais informações.

- Duas ou três semanas - respondeu o homem.

- Semanas! - disse o Sr. Pickwick, atônito, e de novo saiu a caderneta.

- Ele mora em Pentonwil quando está em casa - observou o cocheiro com toda a calma - , mas raramente o levamos para casa, por causa da fraqueza dele.

- Por causa da fraqueza dele! - repetiu o perplexo Sr. Pickwick.

- Ele sempre cai quando a gente o tira do carro - prosseguiu o cocheiro - , mas, quando está atrelado, a gente o segura bem apertado e o prende bem curto, de modo que ele não pode lá muito bem cair; e temos um par de rodas bem grandes, de forma que, quando ele se mexe, elas correm atrás dele, e ele tem de ir em frente - não tem outro jeito.

O Sr. Pickwick lançou cada palavra dessa declaração em sua caderneta, com o intuito de comunicá-la ao clube como singular exemplo da tenacidade da vida nos cavalos sob circunstâncias adversas. Mal terminara a anotação quando chegaram ao Golden Cross. O cocheiro saltou lá de cima, e o Sr. Pickwick desceu. O Sr. Tupman, o Sr. Snodgrass e o Sr. Winkle, que aguardavam ansiosamente a chegada de seu ilustre líder, acorreram para saudá-lo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick estende um xelim e diz ao cocheiro que é seu pagamento.

Para grande surpresa de Pickwick, o cocheiro joga o dinheiro na rua e o desafia para uma briga.

Snodgrass diz que o cocheiro está louco.

Winkle sugere que ele está bêbado.

Tupman diz que ele pode estar louco e bêbado.

O cocheiro ergue os punhos e desafia os quatro homens para uma briga.

Vários outros cocheiros se reúnem alegremente, gritam que aquilo é divertido e incentivam Sam a lutar.

Um homem com mangas de tecido preto pergunta a Sam qual é o motivo da discussão.

O cocheiro pergunta por que Pickwick queria seu número.

Espantado, Pickwick diz que não queria o número.

O cocheiro pergunta por que Pickwick o anotou.

Pickwick diz com raiva que não o anotou.

O cocheiro pede que a multidão imagine um informante viajando em sua carruagem e anotando seu número e cada palavra. Pickwick de repente entende que seu caderno causou o engano.

Original English Version

'Here's your fare,' said Mr. Pickwick, holding out the shilling to the driver.

What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Pickwick) for the amount!

'You are mad,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Or drunk,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Or both,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Come on!' said the cab-driver, sparring away like clockwork. 'Come on-- all four on you.'

'Here's a lark!' shouted half a dozen hackney coachmen. 'Go to vork, Sam!--and they crowded with great glee round the party.

'What's the row, Sam?' inquired one gentleman in black calico sleeves.

'Row!' replied the cabman, 'what did he want my number for?'

'I didn't want your number,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

'What did you take it for, then?' inquired the cabman.

'I didn't take it,' said Mr. Pickwick indignantly.

'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book).

Tradução Integral em Português

- Aqui está a sua corrida - disse o Sr. Pickwick, estendendo o xelim ao cocheiro.

Qual não foi o assombro do douto varão quando aquela criatura inexplicável atirou o dinheiro na calçada e solicitou, em termos figurados, que lhe fosse concedido o prazer de brigar com ele (o Sr. Pickwick) pela quantia!

- O senhor está louco - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Ou bêbado - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- Ou ambas as coisas - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- Venham! - disse o cocheiro, esgrimindo os punhos com a regularidade de um relógio. - Venham... todos os quatro.

- Vai ter graça! - gritaram meia dúzia de cocheiros de praça. - Mãos à obra, Sam! - e se aglomeraram com grande regozijo em torno do grupo.

- Que barulho é esse, Sam? - perguntou um sujeito de mangas de algodão preto.

- Barulho! - respondeu o cocheiro. - Pra que ele queria o meu número?

- Eu não queria o seu número - disse o atônito Sr. Pickwick.

- Então pra que o senhor o anotou? - perguntou o cocheiro.

- Eu não o anotei - disse o Sr. Pickwick, indignado.

- Quem é que ia acreditar - continuou o cocheiro, apelando para a multidão - , quem é que ia acreditar que um dedo-duro andasse no carro de um sujeito, não só anotando o número dele, mas ainda por cima cada palavra que ele diz? - (uma luz raiou no espírito do Sr. Pickwick: era a caderneta).

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Outro cocheiro pergunta se Pickwick realmente fez isso.

Sam diz que sim e afirma que Pickwick tentou faz atacar diante de tr testemunhas. Joga o chapéu no chão e rapidamente acerta Pickwick, Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle várias vezes em poucos segundos.

Snodgrass pergunta onde há um policial.

Um vendedor de tortas sugere colocar os homens sob uma bomba d'água.

Sem fôlego, Pickwick avisa ao cocheiro que ele será castigado.

A multidão grita que os homens são informantes.

Ainda com os punhos erguidos, o cocheiro os desafia novamente para uma briga.

No início, a multidão apenas observa. Depois de ouvir que os Pickwickianos são informantes, considera colocá-los sob a bomba. Um desconhecido chega antes que possam atacar.

Um jovem alto e magro de casaco verde sai do pátio das carruagens e pergunta qual é a diversão.

A multidão torna a gritar que eles são informantes.

Pickwick insiste em voz alta que não são informantes, e sua voz honesta deveria convencer qualquer ouvinte justo.

Original English Version

'Did he though?' inquired another cabman.

'Yes, did he,' replied the first; 'and then arter aggerawatin' me to assault him, gets three witnesses here to prove it. But I'll give it him, if I've six months for it. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds.

'Where's an officer?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Put 'em under the pump,' suggested a hot-pieman.

'You shall smart for this,' gasped Mr. Pickwick.

'Informers!' shouted the crowd.

'Come on,' cried the cabman, who had been sparring without cessation the whole time.

The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer.

'What's the fun?' said a rather tall, thin, young man, in a green coat, emerging suddenly from the coach-yard.

'Informers!' shouted the crowd again.

'We are not,' roared Mr. Pickwick, in a tone which, to any dispassionate listener, carried conviction with it.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ah, é? Ele fez isso mesmo? - perguntou outro cocheiro.

- Fez, sim - respondeu o primeiro - , e depois, de tanto me provocar pra que eu batesse nele, traz três testemunhas aqui pra provar. Mas eu vou dar o troco, nem que me custe seis meses de cadeia. Venham! - E o cocheiro atirou o chapéu ao chão, com temerário desprezo por sua própria propriedade particular, derrubou os óculos do Sr. Pickwick e emendou o ataque com um soco no nariz do Sr. Pickwick, e outro no peito do Sr. Pickwick, e um terceiro no olho do Sr. Snodgrass, e um quarto, à guisa de variedade, no colete do Sr. Tupman, e em seguida saltitou até o meio da rua, e depois de volta à calçada, e por fim expulsou de uma vez todo o provisório suprimento de fôlego do corpo do Sr. Winkle; e tudo isso em meia dúzia de segundos.

- Onde está um guarda? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Ponham eles debaixo da bomba d'água - sugeriu um vendedor de empadas quentes.

- O senhor há de pagar caro por isto - arquejou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Dedos-duros! - bradou a multidão.

- Venham - gritava o cocheiro, que esgrimira os punhos sem cessar todo aquele tempo.

A turba até então fora espectadora passiva da cena, mas, à medida que se espalhou entre eles a notícia de que os Pickwickianos eram dedos-duros, começaram a debater com considerável vivacidade a conveniência de pôr em prática a proposta do acalorado vendedor de empadas; e não há como dizer que atos de agressão pessoal poderiam ter cometido, não tivesse a rixa terminado inesperadamente pela intervenção de um recém-chegado.

- Qual é a graça? - disse um jovem bastante alto e magro, de casaco verde, surgindo de repente do pátio das carruagens.

- Dedos-duros! - bradou de novo a multidão.

- Não somos nada disso - rugiu o Sr. Pickwick, num tom que, para qualquer ouvinte imparcial, trazia consigo toda a convicção.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O jovem questiona Pickwick enquanto abre caminho pela multidão com os cotovelos.

Pickwick explica depressa o que realmente aconteceu.

O homem de verde puxa Pickwick para longe, manda o cocheiro número 924 pegar o dinheiro e partir e diz que Pickwick é respeitável. Falando rapidamente em frases quebradas, conduz Pickwick e os amigos até a sala de espera.

O desconhecido pede em voz alta conhaque quente, forte e doce para todos e carne crua para o olho ferido. Brinca que um poste frio também poderia ajudar, mas seria inconveniente. Depois bebe depressa e se joga numa cadeira.

Enquanto seus amigos agradecem ao desconhecido, Pickwick observa as roupas e a aparência do homem.

O desconhecido tem altura média, mas o corpo magro e as pernas compridas o fazem parecer mais alto. Seu velho casaco verde é pequeno e desbotado, as calças e os sapatos estão gastos, e meias sujas aparecem. Cabelos pretos e compridos saem sob um chapéu velho. Seu rosto é magro e cansado, mas parece atrevido, alegre e confiante.

Original English Version

'Ain't you, though--ain't you?' said the young man, appealing to Mr. Pickwick, and making his way through the crowd by the infallible process of elbowing the countenances of its component members.

That learned man in a few hurried words explained the real state of the case.

'Come along, then,' said he of the green coat, lugging Mr. Pickwick after him by main force, and talking the whole way. Here, No. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples.

'Here, waiter!' shouted the stranger, ringing the bell with tremendous violence, 'glasses round--brandy-and-water, hot and strong, and sweet, and plenty,--eye damaged, Sir? Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred.

While his three companions were busily engaged in proffering their thanks to their new acquaintance, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to examine his costume and appearance.

He was about the middle height, but the thinness of his body, and the length of his legs, gave him the appearance of being much taller. The green coat had been a smart dress garment in the days of swallow-tails, but had evidently in those times adorned a much shorter man than the stranger, for the soiled and faded sleeves scarcely reached to his wrists. It was buttoned closely up to his chin, at the imminent hazard of splitting the back; and an old stock, without a vestige of shirt collar, ornamented his neck. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ah, não são? Não são mesmo? - disse o jovem, dirigindo-se ao Sr. Pickwick e abrindo caminho por entre a multidão pelo infalível processo de acotovelar os rostos de seus membros componentes.

O douto varão, em poucas e apressadas palavras, explicou o verdadeiro estado das coisas.

- Venham comigo, então - disse o do casaco verde, arrastando o Sr. Pickwick atrás de si à força e falando o tempo todo. - Ei, senhor 924, receba a sua corrida e suma daqui... cavalheiro respeitável... conheço-o bem... nada de tolices... por aqui, senhor... cadê os seus amigos?... tudo um engano, já vi... não faz mal... acidentes acontecem... até nas famílias mais bem-ordenadas... nunca desanime... maré de azar... Levantem-no... Enfie isso no cachimbo... goste do sabor... malandros dos diabos. - E, com uma prolongada sucessão de frases entrecortadas semelhantes, proferidas com extraordinária volubilidade, o forasteiro tomou a dianteira rumo à sala de espera dos viajantes, aonde foi seguido de perto pelo Sr. Pickwick e seus discípulos.

- Ei, garçom! - bradou o forasteiro, tocando a sineta com tremenda violência. - Bebida pra todos... conhaque com água, quente e forte, e doce, e à vontade... olho machucado, senhor? Garçom! Um bife cru pro olho do cavalheiro... não há nada como um bife cru pra uma contusão, senhor; poste frio é muito bom, mas poste é incômodo... danado de esquisito ficar meia hora parado no meio da rua, com o olho encostado num poste... hein?... muito bom... ha! ha! - E o forasteiro, sem parar para tomar fôlego, engoliu de um só trago meia pinta bem cheia do fumegante conhaque com água e atirou-se numa cadeira com tanta desenvoltura como se nada de extraordinário houvesse ocorrido.

Enquanto seus três companheiros se ocupavam diligentemente em apresentar seus agradecimentos ao novo conhecido, o Sr. Pickwick teve vagar para examinar-lhe o traje e a aparência.

Era de estatura mediana, mas a magreza do corpo e o comprimento das pernas davam-lhe a aparência de ser muito mais alto. O casaco verde fora um elegante traje de gala nos tempos das casacas de rabo de andorinha, mas evidentemente adornara, naqueles tempos, um homem bem mais baixo que o forasteiro, pois as mangas sujas e desbotadas mal lhe chegavam aos punhos. Estava abotoado até o queixo, com o iminente risco de rasgar-se nas costas; e uma velha gravata de pescoço, sem vestígio de colarinho de camisa, ornava-lhe o pescoço. Suas escassas calças pretas exibiam aqui e ali aqueles remendos lustrosos que denunciam longo serviço, e vinham presas por presilhas bem esticadas sobre um par de sapatos remendados e recompostos, como que para ocultar as sujas meias brancas, que, não obstante, se viam distintamente. Seus longos cabelos negros escapavam em ondas negligentes por baixo de cada lado de seu velho chapéu de abas franzidas; e vislumbres de seus punhos nus podiam observar-se entre a boca das luvas e os canhões das mangas do casaco. Tinha o rosto magro e macilento; mas um indescritível ar de garbosa insolência e de perfeito domínio de si impregnava o homem inteiro.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Depois que os amigos terminam de agradecer ao desconhecido, Pickwick recupera os óculos e oferece suas próprias palavras cuidadosamente escolhidas de gratidão.

O desconhecido o interrompe e diz que não precisa de mais agradecimentos. Elogia a luta do cocheiro, mas afirma que teria vencido tanto o cocheiro quanto o vendedor de tortas.

O cocheiro de Rochester entra e anuncia que a carruagem Commodore está prestes a partir.

O desconhecido se levanta de repente e diz que é sua carruagem e que tem um lugar do lado de fora. Deixa que os outros paguem pelo conhaque e reclama de dinheiro ruim.

Pickwick e seus tr amigos também planejam parar primeiro em Rochester. Depois de contar ao desconhecido, concordam em dividir o banco traseiro da carruagem.

O desconhecido ajuda Pickwick a subir ao teto tão depressa que ele perde grande parte de sua aparência digna.

O cocheiro pergunta se o desconhecido tem alguma bagagem.

O desconhecido diz que tem apenas um pacote de papel pardo porque suas caixas grandes e pesadas viajaram pela água. Enfia o pacote no bolso, embora pareça conter apenas uma camisa e um lenço.

Original English Version

Such was the individual on whom Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles (which he had fortunately recovered), and to whom he proceeded, when his friends had exhausted themselves, to return in chosen terms his warmest thanks for his recent assistance.

'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.'

This coherent speech was interrupted by the entrance of the Rochester coachman, to announce that 'the Commodore' was on the point of starting.

'Commodore!' said the stranger, starting up, 'my coach--place booked,-- one outside--leave you to pay for the brandy-and-water,--want change for a five,--bad silver--Brummagem buttons--won't do--no go--eh?' and he shook his head most knowingly.

Now it so happened that Mr. Pickwick and his three companions had resolved to make Rochester their first halting-place too; and having intimated to their new-found acquaintance that they were journeying to the same city, they agreed to occupy the seat at the back of the coach, where they could all sit together.

'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially.

'Any luggage, Sir?' inquired the coachman.

'Who--I? Brown paper parcel here, that's all--other luggage gone by water--packing-cases, nailed up--big as houses--heavy, heavy, damned heavy,' replied the stranger, as he forced into his pocket as much as he could of the brown paper parcel, which presented most suspicious indications of containing one shirt and a handkerchief.

Tradução Integral em Português

Tal era o indivíduo que o Sr. Pickwick fitava através dos óculos (que felizmente recuperara), e a quem passou, quando os amigos já se haviam esgotado, a apresentar em termos escolhidos seus mais calorosos agradecimentos pela recente assistência.

- Deixe pra lá - disse o forasteiro, cortando muito curto o discurso. - Já chega... basta; sujeito esperto, esse cocheiro... mandou bem de punho; mas, se eu fosse o seu amigo do casacão verde... com os diabos... quebrava a cara dele... juro que quebrava... num piscar de olhos... o empadeiro também... sem brincadeira.

Esse coerente discurso foi interrompido pela entrada do cocheiro de Rochester, que veio anunciar que o 'Comodoro' estava a ponto de partir.

- Comodoro! - disse o forasteiro, dando um salto. - Minha diligência... lugar reservado... um no lado de fora... deixo com os senhores a conta do conhaque com água... preciso de troco pra uma nota de cinco... prata falsa... moedas de araque... não presta... não cola... hein? - E sacudiu a cabeça com ar dos mais entendidos.

Ora, dava-se o caso de que o Sr. Pickwick e seus três companheiros haviam resolvido fazer de Rochester também a sua primeira parada; e, tendo dado a entender ao recém-conhecido que viajavam para a mesma cidade, combinaram ocupar o banco na traseira da diligência, onde poderiam sentar-se todos juntos.

- Lá pra cima com o senhor - disse o forasteiro, ajudando o Sr. Pickwick a subir para o teto com tamanha precipitação que comprometeu de modo bem sensível a gravidade do porte daquele cavalheiro.

- Alguma bagagem, senhor? - perguntou o cocheiro.

- Quem, eu? Um embrulho de papel pardo aqui, é só... o resto da bagagem foi por via aquática... caixotes, pregados... grandes como casas... pesados, pesados, pesados que só o diabo - respondeu o forasteiro, enquanto enfiava no bolso o quanto podia do embrulho de papel pardo, que dava suspeitíssimos indícios de conter uma camisa e um lenço.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Quando a carruagem passa sob um arco baixo, o desconhecido falante avisa a todos que protejam a cabeça. Conta uma história absurda sobre uma mãe alta que perdeu a cabeça ali enquanto ainda segurava um sanduíche e depois brinca sobre outra cabeça famosa perdida em Whitehall.

Pickwick diz que está pensando profundamente em como a vida e a sorte humanas podem mudar depressa.

O desconhecido entende isso como entrar num palácio num dia e sair pela janela no seguinte. Pergunta se Pickwick é filósofo.

Pickwick diz que observa a natureza humana.

O desconhecido diz que também observa e brinca que as pessoas muitas vezes se tornam observadoras quando têm pouco trabalho e menos dinheiro. Depois pergunta se Pickwick é poeta.

Pickwick diz que seu amigo Snodgrass tem uma forte natureza poética.

O desconhecido diz que também é poeta e escreveu um épico de dez mil versos sobre a Revolução de Julho enquanto lutava de dia e escrevia à noite.

Original English Version

'Heads, heads--take care of your heads!' cried the loquacious stranger, as they came out under the low archway, which in those days formed the entrance to the coach-yard. 'Terrible place--dangerous work--other day-- five children--mother--tall lady, eating sandwiches--forgot the arch-- crash--knock--children look round--mother's head off--sandwich in her hand--no mouth to put it in--head of a family off--shocking, shocking! Looking at Whitehall, sir?--fine place--little window--somebody else's head off there, eh, sir?--he didn't keep a sharp look-out enough either- -eh, Sir, eh?'

'I am ruminating,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'on the strange mutability of human affairs.'

'Ah! I see--in at the palace door one day, out at the window the next. Philosopher, Sir?'

'An observer of human nature, Sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Ah, so am I. Most people are when they've little to do and less to get. Poet, Sir?'

'My friend Mr. Snodgrass has a strong poetic turn,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'So have I,' said the stranger. 'Epic poem--ten thousand lines-- revolution of July--composed it on the spot--Mars by day, Apollo by night--bang the field-piece, twang the lyre.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- As cabeças, as cabeças... cuidado com as cabeças! - gritou o loquaz forasteiro, quando saíram por baixo do arco baixo que naqueles tempos formava a entrada do pátio das carruagens. - Lugar terrível... trabalho perigoso... outro dia... cinco crianças... a mãe... senhora alta, comendo sanduíches... esqueceu do arco... trás... pancada... as crianças olham pra trás... a cabeça da mãe voou... o sanduíche na mão dela... sem boca pra pôr o sanduíche... a cabeça do chefe da família decepada... chocante, chocante! Olhando para Whitehall, senhor?... belo lugar... janelinha... foi ali que outra cabeça rolou, hein, senhor?... esse também não ficou de olho bem aberto... hein, senhor, hein?

- Estou a ruminar - disse o Sr. Pickwick - sobre a estranha mutabilidade das coisas humanas.

- Ah! Já entendi... hoje entra pela porta do palácio, amanhã sai pela janela. Filósofo, senhor?

- Um observador da natureza humana, senhor - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Ah, eu também. A maioria das pessoas é, quando tem pouco que fazer e menos ainda que ganhar. Poeta, senhor?

- Meu amigo, o Sr. Snodgrass, tem forte pendor poético - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Eu também - disse o forasteiro. - Poema épico... dez mil versos... revolução de julho... compus na hora... Marte de dia, Apolo de noite... trovejar do canhão, tanger da lira.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Snodgrass pergunta se o desconhecido esteve presente durante aquela revolução gloriosa.

O desconhecido afirma que disparou uma arma, correu a uma loja de vinhos para escrever cada ideia poética e depois voltou à batalha. De repente, vira-se para Winkle e pergunta se ele é esportista.

O narrador observa a imaginação extraordinária do desconhecido: essa conversa acontece em 1827, mas a Revolução de Julho ocorrerá apenas em 1830.

Winkle diz que se interessa um pouco por esportes.

O desconhecido chama isso de excelente atividade e pergunta se Winkle tem cães.

Winkle diz que não tem nenhum no momento.

O desconhecido diz que Winkle deveria ter cães porque são inteligentes. Conta uma história sobre seu cão de ca Ponto, que parou diante de um campo depois de ler uma placa que mandava os guardas atirar em todo cão encontrado ali.

Pickwick chama o acontecimento de extraordinário e pede permissão para anotá-lo.

O desconhecido concorda e afirma conhecer outras cem histórias sobre o cão. Depois comenta sobre uma mulher bonita que Tupman observa à beira da estrada.

Original English Version

'You were present at that glorious scene, sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Present! think I was;* fired a musket--fired with an idea--rushed into wine shop--wrote it down--back again--whiz, bang--another idea--wine shop again--pen and ink--back again--cut and slash--noble time, Sir. Sportsman, sir?' abruptly turning to Mr. Winkle.

* A remarkable instance of the prophetic force of Mr. Jingle's imagination; this dialogue occurring in the year 1827, and the Revolution in 1830.

'A little, Sir,' replied that gentleman.

'Fine pursuit, sir--fine pursuit.--Dogs, Sir?'

'Not just now,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.'

'Singular circumstance that,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'Will you allow me to make a note of it?'

'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside).

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor esteve presente àquela cena gloriosa? - perguntou o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Presente! Pudera que estive;* disparei um mosquete... disparei com uma ideia... corri pra dentro da taberna... pus no papel... de volta... zunido, estrondo... outra ideia... de novo a taberna... pena e tinta... de volta... corta e retalha... tempos nobres, senhor. Esportista, senhor? - voltando-se de súbito para o Sr. Winkle.

* Notável exemplo da força profética da imaginação do Sr. Jingle; ocorrendo este diálogo no ano de 1827, e a Revolução em 1830.

- Um pouco, senhor - respondeu o cavalheiro.

- Belo passatempo, senhor... belo passatempo. Cães, senhor?

- No momento, não - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- Ah! O senhor devia ter cães... belos animais... criaturas sagazes... tive um cão certa vez... perdigueiro... instinto surpreendente... um dia, na caça... ao entrar num cercado... assobiei... o cão parou... assobiei de novo... Ponto... nada; parado feito estaca... chamei-o... Ponto, Ponto... não arredava pé... o cão petrificado... fitando uma tábua... ergui os olhos, vi uma inscrição... "O guarda-caça tem ordens de atirar em todos os cães encontrados neste cercado"... não passava dali... cão admirável... cão valioso, aquele... valiosíssimo.

- Singular circunstância, essa - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Permite-me que a anote?

- Pois não, senhor, pois não... tenho mais cem anedotas do mesmo animal. Bela moça, senhor - (ao Sr. Tracy Tupman, que vinha lançando diversos olhares anti-pickwickianos a uma jovem à beira da estrada).

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Tupman concorda que ela é muito bonita.

O desconhecido diz que as espanholas são mais bonitas do que as inglesas, com cabelos pretos, olhos escuros e formas encantadoras.

Tupman pergunta se o desconhecido visitou a Espanha.

O desconhecido afirma que viveu ali durante muitos anos.

Tupman pergunta se conquistou o amor de muitas mulheres.

O desconhecido afirma ter conquistado milhares. Conta sobre a bela Donna Christina, cujo pai ciumento se opôs ao amor deles. Ela tomou veneno, mas ele a salvou com uma bomba estomacal de sua mala. O pai então permitiu alegremente o casamento.

Impressionado com a beleza dela, Tupman pergunta se Donna Christina está agora na Inglaterra.

O desconhecido diz com tristeza que ela morreu porque nunca se recuperou completamente do tratamento com a bomba estomacal.

O poético Snodgrass pergunta o que aconteceu com o pai dela.

O desconhecido diz que o pai desapareceu de tristeza. Semanas depois, trabalhadores que limpavam uma fonte pública entupida o encontraram de cabeça para baixo no cano principal, com uma confissão na bota. Depois que o retiraram, a fonte voltou a funcionar.

Original English Version

'Very!' said Mr. Tupman.

'English girls not so fine as Spanish--noble creatures--jet hair--black eyes--lovely forms--sweet creatures--beautiful.'

'You have been in Spain, sir?' said Mr. Tracy Tupman.

'Lived there--ages.'

'Many conquests, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Conquests! Thousands. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.'

'Is the lady in England now, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, on whom the description of her charms had produced a powerful impression.

'Dead, sir--dead,' said the stranger, applying to his right eye the brief remnant of a very old cambric handkerchief. 'Never recovered the stomach pump--undermined constitution--fell a victim.'

'And her father?' inquired the poetic Snodgrass.

'Remorse and misery,' replied the stranger. 'Sudden disappearance--talk of the whole city--search made everywhere without success--public fountain in the great square suddenly ceased playing--weeks elapsed-- still a stoppage--workmen employed to clean it--water drawn off--father- in-law discovered sticking head first in the main pipe, with a full confession in his right boot--took him out, and the fountain played away again, as well as ever.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Belíssima! - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- As inglesas não são tão belas quanto as espanholas... criaturas nobres... cabelos de azeviche... olhos negros... formas encantadoras... doces criaturas... lindas.

- O senhor esteve na Espanha? - disse o Sr. Tracy Tupman.

- Morei lá... séculos.

- Muitas conquistas, senhor? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman.

- Conquistas! Aos milhares. Don Bolaro Fizzgig... grande de Espanha... filha única... Dona Christina... criatura esplêndida... amava-me até a loucura... pai ciumento... filha de alma altiva... belo inglês... Dona Christina em desespero... ácido prússico... bomba estomacal na minha mala... operação realizada... o velho Bolaro em êxtase... consente na nossa união... mãos unidas e rios de lágrimas... história romântica... romantiquíssima.

- A dama está agora na Inglaterra, senhor? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman, sobre quem a descrição de seus encantos produzira poderosa impressão.

- Morta, senhor... morta - disse o forasteiro, aplicando ao olho direito o breve resto de um velhíssimo lenço de cambraia. - Nunca se recuperou da bomba estomacal... constituição minada... sucumbiu.

- E o pai dela? - perguntou o poético Snodgrass.

- Remorso e desgraça - respondeu o forasteiro. - Desaparecimento súbito... comentário da cidade inteira... buscas por toda parte, sem êxito... o chafariz público da grande praça de repente parou de jorrar... semanas se passaram... continuava entupido... operários contratados pra limpá-lo... a água escoada... o sogro descoberto enfiado de cabeça pra baixo no cano principal, com uma confissão completa na bota direita... tiraram-no de lá, e o chafariz voltou a jorrar, tão bem como sempre.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Profundamente comovido, Snodgrass pede permissão para registrar a história romântica.

O desconhecido concorda e oferece outras cinquenta histórias, chamando sua vida de estranha e incomum.

O desconhecido continua contando histórias e bebendo cerveja sempre que a carruagem troca de cavalos. Ao chegarem à ponte de Rochester, Pickwick e Snodgrass encheram seus cadernos com as aventuras dele.

Ao ver o velho castelo, Snodgrass o chama poeticamente de ruína magnífica.

Olhando pelo telescópio, Pickwick diz que o castelo é um excelente tema para quem estuda o passado.

O desconhecido elogia rapidamente as velhas muralhas, os arcos, os cantos escuros, a catedral, as escadas antigas, as portas, os monges, as armas, os túmulos e as lendas. Continua falando sozinho até a carruagem parar no Bull Inn.

Winkle pergunta se o desconhecido ficará na hospedaria.

O desconhecido diz que não ficará, mas recomenda o lugar. Avisa que o hotel vizinho é muito caro e acrescenta cobranças por tudo.

Winkle sussurra para Pickwick, que sussurra para Snodgrass, que sussurra para Tupman. Todos concordam, e Pickwick fala com o desconhecido.

Original English Version

'Will you allow me to note that little romance down, Sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass, deeply affected.

'Certainly, Sir, certainly--fifty more if you like to hear 'em--strange life mine--rather curious history--not extraordinary, but singular.'

In this strain, with an occasional glass of ale, by way of parenthesis, when the coach changed horses, did the stranger proceed, until they reached Rochester bridge, by which time the note-books, both of Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Snodgrass, were completely filled with selections from his adventures.

'Magnificent ruin!' said Mr. Augustus Snodgrass, with all the poetic fervour that distinguished him, when they came in sight of the fine old castle.

'What a study for an antiquarian!' were the very words which fell from Mr. Pickwick's mouth, as he applied his telescope to his eye.

'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped.

'Do you remain here, Sir?' inquired Mr. Nathaniel Winkle.

'Here--not I--but you'd better--good house--nice beds--Wright's next house, dear--very dear--half-a-crown in the bill if you look at the waiter--charge you more if you dine at a friend's than they would if you dined in the coffee-room--rum fellows--very.'

Mr. Winkle turned to Mr. Pickwick, and murmured a few words; a whisper passed from Mr. Pickwick to Mr. Snodgrass, from Mr. Snodgrass to Mr. Tupman, and nods of assent were exchanged. Mr. Pickwick addressed the stranger.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Permite-me anotar essa pequena novela, senhor? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, profundamente comovido.

- Pois não, senhor, pois não... tenho mais cinquenta, se quiser ouvi-las... vida estranha, a minha... história bastante curiosa... não extraordinária, mas singular.

Nesse tom, com um ou outro copo de cerveja à guisa de parêntese, sempre que a diligência trocava os cavalos, prosseguiu o forasteiro, até chegarem à ponte de Rochester, altura em que as cadernetas, tanto a do Sr. Pickwick quanto a do Sr. Snodgrass, estavam completamente cheias de trechos escolhidos de suas aventuras.

- Magnífica ruína! - disse o Sr. Augustus Snodgrass, com todo o fervor poético que o distinguia, quando avistaram o belo e antigo castelo.

- Que estudo para um antiquário! - foram as próprias palavras que saíram da boca do Sr. Pickwick, ao encostar a luneta no olho.

- Ah! Belo lugar - disse o forasteiro. - Mole gloriosa... muralhas ameaçadoras... arcos cambaleantes... recantos escuros... escadarias em ruína... a velha catedral também... cheiro de terra... os pés dos peregrinos gastaram os velhos degraus... portinhas saxônicas... confessionários como as bilheterias dos teatros... freguesia esquisita, esses monges... papas, e lordes tesoureiros, e toda sorte de velhotes, de grandes caras vermelhas e narizes quebrados, aparecendo todo dia... gibões de couro também... arcabuzes de mecha... sarcófago... belo lugar... velhas lendas também... histórias estranhas: uma maravilha. - E o forasteiro continuou a soliloquiar até chegarem à Estalagem do Touro, na High Street, onde a diligência parou.

- O senhor fica por aqui? - perguntou o Sr. Nathaniel Winkle.

- Aqui... eu, não... mas os senhores façam bem em ficar... boa casa... boas camas... o Wright, aqui ao lado, é caro... caríssimo... meia coroa na conta só de olhar pro garçom... cobram mais se o senhor jantar na casa de um amigo do que se jantasse no salão... gente esquisita... esquisitíssima.

O Sr. Winkle voltou-se para o Sr. Pickwick e murmurou-lhe algumas palavras; um cochicho passou do Sr. Pickwick ao Sr. Snodgrass, do Sr. Snodgrass ao Sr. Tupman, e trocaram-se acenos de assentimento. O Sr. Pickwick dirigiu-se ao forasteiro.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick diz que o desconhecido os ajudou muito naquela manhã e o convida para jantar como pequeno sinal de agradecimento.

O desconhecido aceita com prazer, sugere frango com cogumelos e pergunta o horário.

Pickwick consulta o relógio. Como são quase tr, sugere cinco horas.

O desconhecido concorda com exatamente cinco horas. Despede-se, inclina o velho chapéu e caminha depressa para a rua principal com metade do pacote de papel fora do bolso.

Pickwick diz que o homem é claramente um viajante que visitou muitos países e estudou atentamente pessoas e acontecimentos.

Snodgrass diz que gostaria de ver o poema do desconhecido.

Winkle diz que gostaria de ter visto o cão extraordinário.

Tupman não diz nada, mas pensa em Donna Christina, na bomba estomacal e na fonte até seus olhos se encherem de lágrimas.

Depois de reservar uma sala particular, inspecionar os quartos e pedir o jantar, o grupo sai para conhecer a cidade e a região próxima.

Original English Version

'You rendered us a very important service this morning, sir,' said he, 'will you allow us to offer a slight mark of our gratitude by begging the favour of your company at dinner?'

'Great pleasure--not presume to dictate, but broiled fowl and mushrooms- -capital thing! What time?'

'Let me see,' replied Mr. Pickwick, referring to his watch, 'it is now nearly three. Shall we say five?'

'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street.

'Evidently a traveller in many countries, and a close observer of men and things,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'I should like to see his poem,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'I should like to have seen that dog,' said Mr. Winkle.

Mr. Tupman said nothing; but he thought of Donna Christina, the stomach pump, and the fountain; and his eyes filled with tears.

A private sitting-room having been engaged, bedrooms inspected, and dinner ordered, the party walked out to view the city and adjoining neighbourhood.

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor nos prestou um serviço muito importante esta manhã - disse ele - , permite-nos oferecer uma pequena mostra de nossa gratidão, rogando-lhe o favor de sua companhia ao jantar?

- Com muito prazer... não pretendo ditar nada, mas frango grelhado com cogumelos... coisa excelente! A que horas?

- Deixe-me ver - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick, consultando o relógio - , são quase três agora. Digamos cinco horas?

- Serve-me às mil maravilhas - disse o forasteiro. - Cinco em ponto... até lá... cuidem-se. - E, erguendo o chapéu de abas franzidas uns dedos acima da cabeça e recolocando-o com descuido muito de banda, o forasteiro, com metade do embrulho de papel pardo saindo-lhe do bolso, subiu a passos rápidos pelo pátio e entrou na High Street.

- Evidentemente um viajante de muitos países, e um atento observador dos homens e das coisas - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Eu bem que gostaria de ver o poema dele - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- E eu gostaria de ter visto aquele cão - disse o Sr. Winkle.

O Sr. Tupman nada disse; mas pensou em Dona Christina, na bomba estomacal e no chafariz; e seus olhos encheram-se de lágrimas.

Tendo-se reservado uma saleta particular, inspecionado os quartos e encomendado o jantar, o grupo saiu a passeio para ver a cidade e as redondezas.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Uma leitura cuidadosa das anotações de Pickwick sobre Stroud, Rochester, Chatham e Brompton mostra que suas impressões são parecidas com as de outros viajantes. Sua descrição pode ser facilmente resumida.

Pickwick escreve que as cidades produzem principalmente soldados, marinheiros, judeus, giz, camarões, oficiais e trabalhadores das docas. As lojas vendem artigos navais, doces, frutas e peixes. Soldados bêbados tornam as ruas animadas. Ele elogia com ironia um soldado que feriu uma atendente com a baioneta depois que ela recusou mais bebida e então se ofereceu para perdoá-la.

Pickwick escreve que as pessoas devem fumar muito porque o tabaco enche as ruas. Alguns viajantes podem não gostar da sujeira, mas ele a chama em tom de brincadeira de sinal agradável de comércio e prosperidade.

O desconhecido chega exatamente às cinco, e o jantar vem logo depois. Já não carrega o pacote de papel, mas usa as mesmas roupas e fala ainda mais do que antes.

Enquanto o garçom levanta a tampa de um prato, o desconhecido pergunta o que está embaixo.

Original English Version

We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. His general description is easily abridged.

'The principal productions of these towns,' says Mr. Pickwick, 'appear to be soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dockyard men. The commodities chiefly exposed for sale in the public streets are marine stores, hard-bake, apples, flat-fish, and oysters. The streets present a lively and animated appearance, occasioned chiefly by the conviviality of the military. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Nothing,' adds Mr. Pickwick, 'can exceed their good-humour. It was but the day before my arrival that one of them had been most grossly insulted in the house of a publican. The barmaid had positively refused to draw him any more liquor; in return for which he had (merely in playfulness) drawn his bayonet, and wounded the girl in the shoulder. And yet this fine fellow was the very first to go down to the house next morning and express his readiness to overlook the matter, and forget what had occurred!

'The consumption of tobacco in these towns,' continues Mr. Pickwick, 'must be very great, and the smell which pervades the streets must be exceedingly delicious to those who are extremely fond of smoking. A superficial traveller might object to the dirt, which is their leading characteristic; but to those who view it as an indication of traffic and commercial prosperity, it is truly gratifying.'

Punctual to five o'clock came the stranger, and shortly afterwards the dinner. He had divested himself of his brown paper parcel, but had made no alteration in his attire, and was, if possible, more loquacious than ever.

'What's that?' he inquired, as the waiter removed one of the covers.

Tradução Integral em Português

Não achamos, pela leitura atenta das notas do Sr. Pickwick sobre as quatro cidades - Stroud, Rochester, Chatham e Brompton - , que suas impressões acerca do aspecto delas difiram em qualquer ponto essencial das de outros viajantes que percorreram o mesmo terreno. Sua descrição geral é de fácil resumo.

'As principais produções dessas cidades', diz o Sr. Pickwick, 'parecem ser soldados, marujos, judeus, giz, camarões, oficiais e homens do estaleiro. As mercadorias sobretudo expostas à venda nas ruas públicas são apetrechos náuticos, caramelos duros, maçãs, peixes chatos e ostras. As ruas apresentam aspecto vivo e animado, ocasionado principalmente pela sociabilidade dos militares. É deveras deleitoso, para um espírito filantrópico, ver esses galantes homens cambaleando sob a influência de um transbordamento tanto de espíritos animais quanto ardentes; mais ainda quando lembramos que segui-los por toda parte e com eles chalacear proporciona um divertimento barato e inocente à população infantil masculina. Nada', acrescenta o Sr. Pickwick, 'excede o bom humor deles. Foi na véspera mesma de minha chegada que um deles fora grosseiramente insultado na casa de um taberneiro. A moça do balcão recusara-se terminantemente a tirar-lhe mais bebida; em retribuição ao que ele (por mera brincadeira) sacara a baioneta e ferira a moça no ombro. E, no entanto, esse belo sujeito foi o primeiro a descer à casa na manhã seguinte e manifestar sua disposição de relevar o assunto e esquecer o que ocorrera!

'O consumo de tabaco nessas cidades', continua o Sr. Pickwick, 'deve ser enorme, e o cheiro que impregna as ruas há de ser sumamente delicioso para quem gosta em extremo de fumar. Um viajante superficial poderia objetar quanto à sujeira, que é a característica predominante delas; mas, para quem a encara como indício de tráfego e prosperidade comercial, ela é deveras gratificante.'

Pontual às cinco horas chegou o forasteiro, e pouco depois o jantar. Havia-se desfeito do embrulho de papel pardo, mas não fizera alteração alguma no traje e estava, se possível, mais loquaz do que nunca.

- O que é isto? - perguntou ele, ao retirar o garçom uma das tampas.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O garçom diz que o prato contém linguado.

O desconhecido chama o linguado de excelente peixe e faz uma piada confusa sobre carruagens de Londres levarem cestos deles a jantares políticos. Depois oferece vinho a Pickwick.

Pickwick aceita. O desconhecido bebe primeiro com ele, depois separadamente com Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle e, por fim, com todo o grupo, quase tão depressa quanto fala.

O desconhecido diz ao garçom que há grande confusão na escada, com bancos, trabalhadores, lâmpadas, copos e instrumentos musicais. Pergunta que evento está sendo preparado.

O garçom diz que haverá um baile.

O desconhecido pergunta se é uma reunião pública.

O garçom diz que não. É um baile realizado para arrecadar dinheiro para caridade.

Com grande interesse, Tupman pergunta ao garçom se muitas mulheres bonitas vivem na cidade.

O estranho elogia Kent por suas maçãs, cerejas, lúpulo e mulheres, e então oferece vinho.

O Sr. Tupman aceita com prazer. O estranho enche o copo e bebe.

Original English Version

'Soles, Sir.'

'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Glass of wine, Sir.'

'With pleasure,' said Mr. Pickwick; and the stranger took wine, first with him, and then with Mr. Snodgrass, and then with Mr. Tupman, and then with Mr. Winkle, and then with the whole party together, almost as rapidly as he talked.

'Devil of a mess on the staircase, waiter,' said the stranger. 'Forms going up--carpenters coming down--lamps, glasses, harps. What's going forward?'

'Ball, Sir,' said the waiter.

'Assembly, eh?'

'No, Sir, not assembly, Sir. Ball for the benefit of a charity, Sir.'

'Many fine women in this town, do you know, Sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, with great interest.

'Splendid--capital. Kent, sir--everybody knows Kent--apples, cherries, hops, and women. Glass of wine, Sir!'

'With great pleasure,' replied Mr. Tupman. The stranger filled, and emptied.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Linguados, senhor.

- Linguados... ah!... peixe excelente... vêm todos de Londres... os donos das diligências promovem jantares políticos... transporte de linguados... dúzias de cestos... espertalhões. Um cálice de vinho, senhor.

- Com prazer - disse o Sr. Pickwick; e o forasteiro brindou, primeiro com ele, depois com o Sr. Snodgrass, depois com o Sr. Tupman, depois com o Sr. Winkle, e depois com o grupo inteiro de uma vez, quase tão depressa quanto falava.

- Que diabo de confusão na escada, garçom - disse o forasteiro. - Bancos subindo... carpinteiros descendo... lâmpadas, taças, harpas. Que é que se prepara?

- Um baile, senhor - disse o garçom.

- Um baile de sociedade, hein?

- Não, senhor, não é baile de sociedade, senhor. É um baile em benefício de uma obra de caridade, senhor.

- Há muitas belas mulheres nesta cidade, o senhor sabe? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman, com grande interesse.

- Esplêndidas... uma maravilha. Kent, senhor... todo mundo conhece Kent... maçãs, cerejas, lúpulo e mulheres. Um cálice de vinho, senhor!

- Com muito prazer - respondeu o Sr. Tupman. O forasteiro encheu e esvaziou o cálice.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Voltando ao assunto do baile, o Sr. Tupman diz que gostaria muito de comparecer.

O garçom diz que os ingressos estão disponíveis no balcão por meio guinéu cada.

Tupman diz novamente que quer ir, mas seus amigos não respondem. Ele volta a atenção ao vinho e à sobremesa, e o grupo relaxa depois do jantar.

O estranho pede que passem a garrafa sem deixar vinho no copo. Esvazia rapidamente outra taça como um bebedor experiente.

Eles pedem mais vinho. O estranho fala enquanto os Pickwickianos escutam. Tupman deseja cada vez mais ir ao baile, Pickwick fica alegre, e Winkle e Snodgrass adormecem.

O estranho ouve música no andar de cima e diz que o baile está começando. A primeira dança tem início.

Tupman repete quanto deseja ir.

O estranho também quer ir, mas diz que todas as suas roupas estão guardadas em bagagens pesadas.

Ajudar os outros era um princípio importante do Clube Pickwick. Tupman o praticava com frequência, enviando pessoas necessitadas a outros membros em busca de roupas ou dinheiro.

Original English Version

'I should very much like to go,' said Mr. Tupman, resuming the subject of the ball, 'very much.'

'Tickets at the bar, Sir,' interposed the waiter; 'half-a-guinea each, Sir.'

Mr. Tupman again expressed an earnest wish to be present at the festivity; but meeting with no response in the darkened eye of Mr. Snodgrass, or the abstracted gaze of Mr. Pickwick, he applied himself with great interest to the port wine and dessert, which had just been placed on the table. The waiter withdrew, and the party were left to enjoy the cosy couple of hours succeeding dinner.

'Beg your pardon, sir,' said the stranger, 'bottle stands--pass it round--way of the sun--through the button-hole--no heeltaps,' and he emptied his glass, which he had filled about two minutes before, and poured out another, with the air of a man who was used to it.

The wine was passed, and a fresh supply ordered. The visitor talked, the Pickwickians listened. Mr. Tupman felt every moment more disposed for the ball. Mr. Pickwick's countenance glowed with an expression of universal philanthropy, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass fell fast asleep.

'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille.

'How I should like to go,' said Mr. Tupman again.

'So should I,' said the stranger--'confounded luggage,--heavy smacks-- nothing to go in--odd, ain't it?'

Now general benevolence was one of the leading features of the Pickwickian theory, and no one was more remarkable for the zealous manner in which he observed so noble a principle than Mr. Tracy Tupman. The number of instances recorded on the Transactions of the Society, in which that excellent man referred objects of charity to the houses of other members for left-off garments or pecuniary relief is almost incredible.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Eu bem que gostaria muito de ir - disse o Sr. Tupman, retomando o assunto do baile - , muitíssimo.

- Os ingressos estão no balcão, senhor - interpôs o garçom - , meio guinéu cada um, senhor.

O Sr. Tupman manifestou de novo o vivo desejo de estar presente à festividade; mas, não encontrando resposta alguma no olhar toldado do Sr. Snodgrass, nem no olhar distraído do Sr. Pickwick, dedicou-se com grande interesse ao vinho do Porto e à sobremesa, que acabavam de ser postos sobre a mesa. O garçom retirou-se, e o grupo ficou a desfrutar as aconchegantes duas horas que se seguem ao jantar.

- Perdão, senhor - disse o forasteiro - , a garrafa está parada... passe-a adiante... no sentido do sol... pela casa do botão... sem deixar pinga no fundo. - E esvaziou o cálice, que enchera cerca de dois minutos antes, e serviu outro, com o ar de um homem afeito àquilo.

O vinho circulou, e novo suprimento foi encomendado. O visitante falava, os Pickwickianos escutavam. O Sr. Tupman sentia-se a cada instante mais disposto para o baile. O semblante do Sr. Pickwick resplandecia com uma expressão de filantropia universal, e o Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Snodgrass ferraram no sono.

- Estão começando lá em cima - disse o forasteiro. - Ouçam a assistência... os violinos afinando... agora a harpa... lá vão eles. - Os diversos sons que chegavam ao andar de baixo anunciavam o início da primeira quadrilha.

- Como eu gostaria de ir - repetiu o Sr. Tupman.

- Eu também - disse o forasteiro. - Maldita bagagem... barcaças pesadas... nada pra vestir... esquisito, não é?

Ora, a benevolência geral era um dos traços dominantes da teoria pickwickiana, e ninguém se notabilizava mais pelo zelo com que observava tão nobre princípio do que o Sr. Tracy Tupman. É quase incrível o número de casos registrados nos Anais da Sociedade em que aquele excelente homem encaminhou objetos de caridade às casas de outros membros, em busca de roupas usadas ou de auxílio pecuniário.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman se oferece para emprestar roupas ao estranho, mas observa que ele é magro enquanto Tupman não é.

O estranho chama Tupman de gordo, brinca que ele parece Baco em roupas comuns, ri e pede o vinho.

Tupman se ofende com a piada e a exigência de vinho. Olha com severidade, mas o estranho calmo não reage. Tupman finalmente relaxa e volta ao assunto do baile.

Tupman diz que suas roupas são grandes demais, mas o traje de Winkle talvez sirva no estranho.

O estranho examina Winkle e diz com alegria que o traje será perfeito.

Tupman vê que Pickwick também adormeceu por causa do vinho. Pickwick havia passado de grande alegria a tristeza antes de finalmente ficar com a cabeça baixa e roncar alto.

Tupman deseja muito ir ao baile e levar o estranho, que conhece bem a região. Winkle está dormindo e provavelmente irá direto para a cama quando acordar. Tupman continua indeciso até o estranho oferecer mais vinho.

Original English Version

'I should be very happy to lend you a change of apparel for the purpose,' said Mr. Tracy Tupman, 'but you are rather slim, and I am--'

'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.'

Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. He passed the wine, coughed twice, and looked at the stranger for several seconds with a stern intensity; as that individual, however, appeared perfectly collected, and quite calm under his searching glance, he gradually relaxed, and reverted to the subject of the ball.

'I was about to observe, Sir,' he said, 'that though my apparel would be too large, a suit of my friend Mr. Winkle's would, perhaps, fit you better.'

The stranger took Mr. Winkle's measure with his eye, and that feature glistened with satisfaction as he said, 'Just the thing.'

Mr. Tupman looked round him. The wine, which had exerted its somniferous influence over Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle, had stolen upon the senses of Mr. Pickwick. That gentleman had gradually passed through the various stages which precede the lethargy produced by dinner, and its consequences. He had undergone the ordinary transitions from the height of conviviality to the depth of misery, and from the depth of misery to the height of conviviality. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. His head was sunk upon his bosom, and perpetual snoring, with a partial choke occasionally, were the only audible indications of the great man's presence.

The temptation to be present at the ball, and to form his first impressions of the beauty of the Kentish ladies, was strong upon Mr. Tupman. The temptation to take the stranger with him was equally great. He was wholly unacquainted with the place and its inhabitants, and the stranger seemed to possess as great a knowledge of both as if he had lived there from his infancy. Mr. Winkle was asleep, and Mr. Tupman had had sufficient experience in such matters to know that the moment he awoke he would, in the ordinary course of nature, roll heavily to bed. He was undecided. 'Fill your glass, and pass the wine,' said the indefatigable visitor.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Eu teria muito prazer em emprestar-lhe uma muda de roupa para tal fim - disse o Sr. Tracy Tupman - , mas o senhor é bastante esguio, e eu sou...

- Um tanto gordo... Baco já crescido... cortou as folhas da vinha... apeou do tonel e adotou a casimira, hein?... não bidestilado, mas de lã pisoada em dobro... ha! ha! passe o vinho.

Se o Sr. Tupman ficou um tanto indignado com o tom peremptório em que se lhe pediu que passasse o vinho, que o forasteiro fazia sumir tão depressa, ou se se escandalizou, com toda a razão, por ver um influente membro do Clube Pickwick ignominiosamente comparado a um Baco apeado do tonel, é fato ainda não de todo apurado. Passou o vinho, tossiu duas vezes e fitou o forasteiro por vários segundos com severa intensidade; como, porém, aquele indivíduo se mostrasse perfeitamente senhor de si e bem tranquilo sob o seu olhar perscrutador, foi aos poucos abrandando e voltou ao assunto do baile.

- Eu ia observar, senhor - disse ele - , que, embora as minhas roupas lhe ficassem grandes demais, um terno do meu amigo, o Sr. Winkle, talvez lhe assentasse melhor.

O forasteiro tomou com os olhos as medidas do Sr. Winkle, e essa feição reluziu de satisfação quando ele disse: - É exatamente o que serve.

O Sr. Tupman olhou em torno. O vinho, que exercera sua influência sonífera sobre o Sr. Snodgrass e o Sr. Winkle, ia-se insinuando pelos sentidos do Sr. Pickwick. Esse cavalheiro passara gradualmente pelas várias etapas que precedem a letargia produzida pelo jantar e suas consequências. Sofrera as transições habituais do auge da alegria ao fundo da tristeza, e do fundo da tristeza ao auge da alegria. Como um lampião de rua com vento no cano, exibira por um momento um brilho antinatural, depois baixara tanto que mal se distinguia; após breve intervalo, voltara a irromper, para iluminar por um instante; depois bruxuleara com uma luz incerta e vacilante, e por fim se apagara de todo. Tinha a cabeça caída sobre o peito, e um ronco perpétuo, com um engasgo parcial de vez em quando, eram os únicos indícios audíveis da presença do grande homem.

A tentação de comparecer ao baile e de formar suas primeiras impressões sobre a beleza das damas de Kent era forte no Sr. Tupman. A tentação de levar consigo o forasteiro era igualmente grande. Ele desconhecia por completo o lugar e seus habitantes, e o forasteiro parecia possuir de ambos um conhecimento tão grande como se ali vivesse desde a infância. O Sr. Winkle dormia, e o Sr. Tupman tinha experiência suficiente em tais assuntos para saber que, no instante em que acordasse, ele, no curso natural das coisas, rolaria pesadamente para a cama. Estava indeciso. - Encha o seu cálice e passe o vinho - disse o infatigável visitante.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman bebe a última taça, o que o ajuda a tomar sua decisão.

Tupman explica que Winkle tem um traje formal na bolsa. O estranho pode usá-lo no baile e devolvê-lo antes que Winkle saiba.

O estranho chama isso de excelente plano e brinca sobre usar as roupas de outro homem enquanto seus muitos casacos estão guardados.

Tupman diz que precisam comprar ingressos.

O estranho sugere jogar uma moeda para decidir quem pagará pelos dois. Escolhe um lado, mas perde.

Tupman compra os ingressos e pede velas. Quinze minutos depois, o estranho está usando o traje completo de Winkle.

Enquanto o estranho se admira no espelho, Tupman explica que o casaco novo tem o botão do clube. Ele mostra o rosto de Pickwick e as letras P.C.

O estranho pergunta se P.C. significa "Casaco Peculiar". Ofendido, Tupman explica o verdadeiro significado do símbolo.

O estranho reclama que o casaco é curto e brinca que homens baixos recebem casacos longos enquanto homens altos recebem casacos curtos. Depois de ajustar as roupas de Winkle, sobe ao salão de baile com Tupman.

Original English Version

Mr. Tupman did as he was requested; and the additional stimulus of the last glass settled his determination.

'Winkle's bedroom is inside mine,' said Mr. Tupman; 'I couldn't make him understand what I wanted, if I woke him now, but I know he has a dress- suit in a carpet bag; and supposing you wore it to the ball, and took it off when we returned, I could replace it without troubling him at all about the matter.'

'Capital,' said the stranger, 'famous plan--damned odd situation-- fourteen coats in the packing-cases, and obliged to wear another man's-- very good notion, that--very.'

'We must purchase our tickets,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Not worth while splitting a guinea,' said the stranger, 'toss who shall pay for both--I call; you spin--first time--woman--woman--bewitching woman,' and down came the sovereign with the dragon (called by courtesy a woman) uppermost.

Mr. Tupman rang the bell, purchased the tickets, and ordered chamber candlesticks. In another quarter of an hour the stranger was completely arrayed in a full suit of Mr. Nathaniel Winkle's.

'It's a new coat,' said Mr. Tupman, as the stranger surveyed himself with great complacency in a cheval glass; 'the first that's been made with our club button,' and he called his companions' attention to the large gilt button which displayed a bust of Mr. Pickwick in the centre, and the letters 'P. C.' on either side.

'"P. C."' said the stranger--'queer set out--old fellow's likeness, and "P. C."--What does "P. C." stand for--Peculiar Coat, eh?' Mr. Tupman, with rising indignation and great importance, explained the mystic device.

'Rather short in the waist, ain't it?' said the stranger, screwing himself round to catch a glimpse in the glass of the waist buttons, which were half-way up his back. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Tupman fez o que lhe pediram; e o estímulo adicional do último cálice firmou-lhe a determinação.

- O quarto do Winkle fica ligado ao meu - disse o Sr. Tupman. - Eu não conseguiria fazê-lo entender o que quero, se o acordasse agora, mas sei que ele tem um traje de gala numa bolsa de tapeçaria; e, supondo que o senhor o vestisse para o baile e o despisse quando voltássemos, eu poderia recolocá-lo sem incomodá-lo em absoluto com o assunto.

- Excelente - disse o forasteiro. - Plano magnífico... situação danada de esquisita... catorze casacos nos caixotes, e obrigado a usar o de outro homem... boa ideia, essa... boíssima.

- Precisamos comprar os ingressos - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- Não vale a pena trocar um guinéu - disse o forasteiro. - Vamos tirar na sorte quem paga pelos dois... eu canto; o senhor joga... na primeira vez... mulher... mulher... mulher enfeitiçante. - E a moeda de ouro caiu com o dragão (por cortesia chamado de mulher) voltado para cima.

O Sr. Tupman tocou a sineta, comprou os ingressos e pediu os castiçais de quarto. Em mais um quarto de hora, o forasteiro estava completamente trajado com um terno completo do Sr. Nathaniel Winkle.

- É um casaco novo - disse o Sr. Tupman, enquanto o forasteiro se contemplava com grande complacência num espelho de corpo inteiro - , o primeiro feito com o botão do nosso clube. - E chamou a atenção dos companheiros para o grande botão dourado que exibia, ao centro, um busto do Sr. Pickwick, e as letras 'P. C.' de cada lado.

- 'P. C.' - disse o forasteiro. - Que coisa esquisita... o retrato do velhote, e 'P. C.'... O que quer dizer 'P. C.'... Paletó Curioso, hein? - O Sr. Tupman, com crescente indignação e grande empáfia, explicou o místico emblema.

- Curto de cintura, não é? - disse o forasteiro, retorcendo-se para dar uma espiada no espelho aos botões da cintura, que lhe ficavam no meio das costas. - Que nem casaco de carteiro do correio... casacos esquisitos, esses... feitos por empreitada... sem tirar medida... misteriosos desígnios da Providência... os baixinhos ficam todos com casacos compridos... os altos, com curtos. - Discorrendo dessa maneira, o novo companheiro do Sr. Tupman ajeitou o traje, ou melhor, o traje do Sr. Winkle; e, acompanhado do Sr. Tupman, subiu a escada que levava ao salão de baile.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O porteiro pergunta seus nomes. Tupman começa a responder, mas o estranho o impede.

O estranho diz que seus nomes não são importantes o bastante para um baile público. Sugere permanecerem desconhecidos como cavalheiros de Londres ou estrangeiros importantes. Então eles entram.

O longo salão tem bancos vermelhos, velas, músicos acima da pista e vários grupos dançando. Na sala ao lado, convidados mais velhos jogam cartas.

Quando a dança termina, as pessoas caminham pelo salão. Tupman e o estranho ficam num canto observando.

Tupman chama as mulheres de encantadoras.

O estranho diz que os convidados importantes ainda não chegaram. Explica que cada grupo social conhece apenas o grupo acima, enquanto o comissário não conhece ninguém.

Tupman pergunta sobre uma pessoa pequena, de cabelos claros, olhos rosados e roupas incomuns.

O estranho avisa que não é um menino, mas o alferes Wilmot Snipe, de uma família importante.

O porteiro anuncia Sir Thomas Clubber, sua esposa e suas filhas. O homem alto e as três mulheres grandes entram usando roupas azuis elegantes, causando grande agitação.

Original English Version

'What names, sir?' said the man at the door. Mr. Tracy Tupman was stepping forward to announce his own titles, when the stranger prevented him.

'No names at all;' and then he whispered Mr. Tupman, 'names won't do-- not known--very good names in their way, but not great ones--capital names for a small party, but won't make an impression in public assemblies--incog. the thing--gentlemen from London--distinguished foreigners--anything.' The door was thrown open, and Mr. Tracy Tupman and the stranger entered the ballroom.

It was a long room, with crimson-covered benches, and wax candles in glass chandeliers. The musicians were securely confined in an elevated den, and quadrilles were being systematically got through by two or three sets of dancers. Two card-tables were made up in the adjoining card-room, and two pair of old ladies, and a corresponding number of stout gentlemen, were executing whist therein.

The finale concluded, the dancers promenaded the room, and Mr. Tupman and his companion stationed themselves in a corner to observe the company.

'Charming women,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.'

'Who's that little boy with the light hair and pink eyes, in a fancy dress?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.'

'Sir Thomas Clubber, Lady Clubber, and the Misses Clubber!' shouted the man at the door in a stentorian voice. A great sensation was created throughout the room by the entrance of a tall gentleman in a blue coat and bright buttons, a large lady in blue satin, and two young ladies, on a similar scale, in fashionably-made dresses of the same hue.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Que nomes anuncio, senhor? - disse o homem à porta. O Sr. Tracy Tupman adiantava-se para anunciar seus próprios títulos, quando o forasteiro o deteve.

- Nome nenhum. - E depois cochichou ao Sr. Tupman: - Nomes não servem... desconhecidos... bons nomes à sua maneira, mas não grandes nomes... excelentes nomes para uma reuniãozinha, mas não causam impressão em assembleias públicas... incógnito é o negócio... cavalheiros de Londres... estrangeiros ilustres... qualquer coisa. - A porta escancarou-se, e o Sr. Tracy Tupman e o forasteiro entraram no salão de baile.

Era uma sala comprida, com bancos forrados de carmesim e velas de cera em lustres de vidro. Os músicos achavam-se seguramente confinados num cubículo elevado, e duas ou três filas de dançarinos executavam quadrilhas com toda a sistematização. Duas mesas de jogo estavam armadas na sala de cartas contígua, e dois pares de senhoras idosas, e número correspondente de corpulentos cavalheiros, ali executavam uma partida de uíste.

Concluído o final, os dançarinos passearam pela sala, e o Sr. Tupman e seu companheiro postaram-se num canto para observar a assistência.

- Mulheres encantadoras - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- Espere um instante - disse o forasteiro. - Já vem a diversão... os graúdos ainda não chegaram... lugar esquisito... a gente do estaleiro de posição elevada não conhece a gente do estaleiro de posição inferior... a gente do estaleiro de posição inferior não conhece a pequena nobreza... a pequena nobreza não conhece os comerciantes... o comissário não conhece ninguém.

- Quem é aquele rapazinho de cabelos claros e olhos cor-de-rosa, de traje vistoso? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman.

- Silêncio, por favor... olhos cor-de-rosa... traje vistoso... rapazinho... que nada... alferes do 97.º... o Honorável Wilmot Snipe... grande família... os Snipe... grandíssima.

- Sir Thomas Clubber, Lady Clubber e as Senhoritas Clubber! - bradou o homem à porta com voz estentórea. Grande sensação percorreu a sala à entrada de um alto cavalheiro de casaco azul e botões reluzentes, de uma corpulenta dama de cetim azul, e de duas jovens damas, em escala semelhante, com vestidos à moda do mesmo tom.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O estranho diz que Sir Thomas é o poderoso chefe do estaleiro. Convidados importantes recebem a família enquanto Sir Thomas fica orgulhosamente acima da multidão.

A família Smithie é anunciada em seguida.

Tupman pergunta quem é o Sr. Smithie.

O estranho diz que Smithie tem algum cargo no estaleiro. Smithie se curva com respeito diante de Sir Thomas, que responde com orgulho. Lady Clubber examina a Sra. Smithie, que olha para outra mulher de posição inferior.

O coronel Bulder, sua esposa e sua filha chegam em seguida.

O estranho explica que o coronel comanda a base militar.

As filhas Clubber recebem Miss Bulder com carinho, e as mães se cumprimentam com grande afeto. O coronel e Sir Thomas trocam caixas de rapé e parecem governantes do salão.

Enquanto as famílias mais importantes se reúnem numa extremidade, cada grupo social inferior as imita. Oficiais, famílias do estaleiro, esposas de advogados, comerciantes e lojistas se organizam por posição.

O doutor Slammer é um homem pequeno, popular e calvo, além de cirurgião do exército. Conversa, ri, dança, joga cartas e vai a toda parte. Mais importante, dedica atenção constante a uma velha viúva ricamente vestida, cujo dinheiro o atrai.

Original English Version

'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company.

'Mr. Smithie, Mrs. Smithie, and the Misses Smithie,' was the next announcement.

'What's Mr. Smithie?' inquired Mr. Tracy Tupman.

'Something in the yard,' replied the stranger. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all.

'Colonel Bulder, Mrs. Colonel Bulder, and Miss Bulder,' were the next arrivals.

'Head of the garrison,' said the stranger, in reply to Mr. Tupman's inquiring look.

Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.'

While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. The less aristocratic officers of the 97th devoted themselves to the families of the less important functionaries from the dockyard. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party.

One of the most popular personages, in his own circle, present, was a little fat man, with a ring of upright black hair round his head, and an extensive bald plain on the top of it--Doctor Slammer, surgeon to the 97th. The doctor took snuff with everybody, chatted with everybody, laughed, danced, made jokes, played whist, did everything, and was everywhere. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Comissário... chefe do estaleiro... grande homem... notavelmente grande homem - cochichou o forasteiro ao ouvido do Sr. Tupman, enquanto o comitê beneficente conduzia Sir Thomas Clubber e a família à cabeceira da sala. O Honorável Wilmot Snipe e outros distintos cavalheiros acorreram a prestar homenagem às Senhoritas Clubber; e Sir Thomas Clubber permaneceu tenso e ereto, contemplando com majestade, por cima da gravata preta, a assistência reunida.

- O Sr. Smithie, a Sra. Smithie e as Senhoritas Smithie - foi o anúncio seguinte.

- O que é o Sr. Smithie? - perguntou o Sr. Tracy Tupman.

- Alguma coisa no estaleiro - respondeu o forasteiro. O Sr. Smithie curvou-se deferente diante de Sir Thomas Clubber; e Sir Thomas Clubber retribuiu a saudação com consciente condescendência. Lady Clubber tomou uma vista telescópica da Sra. Smithie e da família através da luneta de mão, e a Sra. Smithie, por sua vez, encarou a Sra. Fulana-de-tal, cujo marido nem sequer era do estaleiro.

- O Coronel Bulder, a Sra. Coronela Bulder e a Senhorita Bulder - foram os próximos a chegar.

- Chefe da guarnição - disse o forasteiro, em resposta ao olhar interrogativo do Sr. Tupman.

A Senhorita Bulder foi calorosamente recebida pelas Senhoritas Clubber; a saudação entre a Sra. Coronela Bulder e Lady Clubber foi da mais afetuosa espécie; o Coronel Bulder e Sir Thomas Clubber trocaram tabaqueiras e pareciam-se muito com um par de Alexander Selkirks - 'Monarcas de tudo quanto abrangiam com a vista.'

Enquanto a aristocracia do lugar - os Bulder, os Clubber e os Snipe - assim preservava sua dignidade na cabeceira da sala, as demais classes da sociedade lhe imitavam o exemplo em outras partes dela. Os oficiais menos aristocráticos do 97.º dedicavam-se às famílias dos funcionários menos importantes do estaleiro. As esposas dos advogados e a esposa do comerciante de vinhos encabeçavam outro escalão (a esposa do cervejeiro visitava os Bulder); e a Sra. Tomlinson, a agente do correio, parecia haver sido escolhida, por comum acordo, líder do grupo dos comerciantes.

Uma das personagens mais populares, dentro de seu próprio círculo, ali presente, era um homenzinho gordo, com um anel de cabelos pretos e eriçados em volta da cabeça, e uma extensa planície calva no alto dela - o Doutor Slammer, cirurgião do 97.º. O doutor tomava rapé com todo mundo, tagarelava com todo mundo, ria, dançava, contava piadas, jogava uíste, fazia de tudo e estava em toda parte. A essas ocupações, por mais variadas que fossem, o pequeno doutor acrescentava outra mais importante que todas - era infatigável em dispensar a mais constante e devotada atenção a uma velhota, cujo rico vestido e profusão de enfeites a proclamavam um acréscimo dos mais desejáveis a uma renda limitada.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman e o estranho observam o médico e a viúva até o estranho falar.

O estranho diz que a viúva tem muito dinheiro e que tirá-la do médico orgulhoso seria divertido.

Ele anuncia que dançará com a viúva.

Tupman pergunta quem ela é.

O estranho admite que nunca a viu. Atravessa o salão, olha para ela com admiração, pega seu leque caído e começa a conversar. Logo ele e a Sra. Budger entram numa dança.

O doutor Slammer fica chocado. O jovem estranho desconhecido conquistou a atenção da viúva. Pior ainda, o estranho apresenta Tupman, e a Sra. Budger começa a dançar com ele enquanto o sério Tupman salta pelos passos.

O médico observa em silêncio o estranho servir bebidas, biscoitos e atenção à viúva. Quando o estranho a leva até a carruagem, o médico sai do salão fervendo de raiva.

O estranho volta ao lado de Tupman, falando baixo e rindo. O doutor Slammer odeia vê-lo comemorar a vitória.

Original English Version

Upon the doctor, and the widow, the eyes of both Mr. Tupman and his companion had been fixed for some time, when the stranger broke silence.

'Lots of money--old girl--pompous doctor--not a bad idea--good fun,' were the intelligible sentences which issued from his lips. Mr. Tupman looked inquisitively in his face.

'I'll dance with the widow,' said the stranger.

'Who is she?' inquired Mr. Tupman.

'Don't know--never saw her in all my life--cut out the doctor--here goes.' And the stranger forthwith crossed the room; and, leaning against a mantel-piece, commenced gazing with an air of respectful and melancholy admiration on the fat countenance of the little old lady. Mr. Tupman looked on, in mute astonishment. The stranger progressed rapidly; the little doctor danced with another lady; the widow dropped her fan; the stranger picked it up, and presented it--a smile--a bow--a curtsey-- a few words of conversation. The stranger walked boldly up to, and returned with, the master of the ceremonies; a little introductory pantomime; and the stranger and Mrs. Budger took their places in a quadrille.

The surprise of Mr. Tupman at this summary proceeding, great as it was, was immeasurably exceeded by the astonishment of the doctor. The stranger was young, and the widow was flattered. The doctor's attentions were unheeded by the widow; and the doctor's indignation was wholly lost on his imperturbable rival. Doctor Slammer was paralysed. He, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th, to be extinguished in a moment, by a man whom nobody had ever seen before, and whom nobody knew even now! Doctor Slammer--Doctor Slammer of the 97th rejected! Impossible! It could not be! Yes, it was; there they were. What! introducing his friend! Could he believe his eyes! He looked again, and was under the painful necessity of admitting the veracity of his optics; Mrs. Budger was dancing with Mr. Tracy Tupman; there was no mistaking the fact. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter.

Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion.

The stranger was returning, and Mr. Tupman was beside him. He spoke in a low tone, and laughed. The little doctor thirsted for his life. He was exulting. He had triumphed.

Tradução Integral em Português

No doutor e na viúva estavam havia algum tempo fixos os olhos tanto do Sr. Tupman quanto de seu companheiro, quando o forasteiro rompeu o silêncio.

- Muito dinheiro... a velhota... doutor pomposo... não é má ideia... bela farra - foram as inteligíveis frases que lhe saíram dos lábios. O Sr. Tupman fitou-lhe o rosto com curiosidade.

- Vou dançar com a viúva - disse o forasteiro.

- Quem é ela? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman.

- Não sei... nunca a vi na vida... vou passar a perna no doutor... lá vou eu. - E o forasteiro atravessou logo a sala; e, encostando-se a um consolo de lareira, pôs-se a contemplar, com ar de respeitosa e melancólica admiração, o rosto gordo da velhinha. O Sr. Tupman observava, em muda estupefação. O forasteiro progredia depressa; o pequeno doutor dançava com outra dama; a viúva deixou cair o leque; o forasteiro apanhou-o e o entregou - um sorriso - uma mesura - uma reverência - algumas palavras de conversa. O forasteiro dirigiu-se resolutamente ao mestre de cerimônias e voltou com ele; uma pequena pantomima de apresentação; e o forasteiro e a Sra. Budger tomaram seus lugares numa quadrilha.

A surpresa do Sr. Tupman diante desse expediente sumário, por maior que fosse, foi incomensuravelmente superada pelo assombro do doutor. O forasteiro era jovem, e a viúva estava lisonjeada. As atenções do doutor passavam despercebidas à viúva; e a indignação do doutor perdia-se por inteiro em seu imperturbável rival. O Doutor Slammer estava paralisado. Ele, o Doutor Slammer, do 97.º, ser aniquilado num instante por um homem que ninguém jamais vira antes, e que ninguém conhecia sequer agora! O Doutor Slammer... o Doutor Slammer do 97.º, rejeitado! Impossível! Não podia ser! Mas era; ali estavam eles. O quê! Apresentando o amigo! Poderia ele crer nos próprios olhos! Olhou de novo e viu-se na dolorosa necessidade de admitir a veracidade de sua óptica; a Sra. Budger dançava com o Sr. Tracy Tupman; não havia como negar o fato. Lá estava a viúva diante dele, saltitando de corpo inteiro de um lado para outro, com inusitado vigor; e o Sr. Tracy Tupman aos pinotes, com o rosto exprimindo a mais intensa solenidade, dançando (como muita gente faz) como se uma quadrilha não fosse coisa de que rir, mas uma severa provação dos sentimentos, que requer inflexível resolução para ser enfrentada.

Silenciosa e pacientemente suportou o doutor tudo aquilo, e todo o servir de ponche de vinho quente, e o espreitar de cálices, e o disparar em busca de biscoitos, e os galanteios que se seguiram; mas, poucos segundos depois de o forasteiro haver desaparecido para conduzir a Sra. Budger à carruagem, precipitou-se célere para fora da sala, com cada partícula de sua até então engarrafada indignação a efervescer, de todos os pontos do semblante, numa transpiração de fúria.

O forasteiro voltava, e o Sr. Tupman ia a seu lado. Falava em voz baixa e ria. O pequeno doutor tinha sede de sua vida. Ele exultava. Havia triunfado.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Com uma voz terrível, Slammer entrega seu cartão ao estranho e anuncia nome, regimento e endereço. A raiva o impede de dizer mais.

O estranho agradece com calma e diz que chamará o doutor Slammer se ficar doente.

O médico furioso o chama de desonesto, covarde e mentiroso e exige seu cartão.

O estranho finge que o médico bebeu demais e recomenda limonada para cavalheiros mais velhos em salas quentes. Depois começa a se afastar.

O doutor Slammer diz que o estranho está bêbado, mas promete encontrá-lo no hotel na manhã seguinte.

O estranho calmo faz uma piada sobre ser descoberto em vez de encontrado em casa.

O doutor Slammer coloca o chapéu com muita raiva. O estranho e Tupman sobem para devolver as roupas emprestadas de Winkle.

Winkle ainda está dormindo, então eles devolvem o traje rapidamente. O estranho parte, e o bêbado Tupman luta com a touca e a vela antes de finalmente entrar na cama.

Original English Version

'Sir!' said the doctor, in an awful voice, producing a card, and retiring into an angle of the passage, 'my name is Slammer, Doctor Slammer, sir--97th Regiment--Chatham Barracks--my card, Sir, my card.' He would have added more, but his indignation choked him.

'Ah!' replied the stranger coolly, 'Slammer--much obliged--polite attention--not ill now, Slammer--but when I am--knock you up.'

'You--you're a shuffler, sir,' gasped the furious doctor, 'a poltroon--a coward--a liar--a--a--will nothing induce you to give me your card, sir!'

'Oh! I see,' said the stranger, half aside, 'negus too strong here-- liberal landlord--very foolish--very--lemonade much better--hot rooms-- elderly gentlemen--suffer for it in the morning--cruel--cruel;' and he moved on a step or two.

'You are stopping in this house, Sir,' said the indignant little man; 'you are intoxicated now, Sir; you shall hear from me in the morning, sir. I shall find you out, sir; I shall find you out.'

'Rather you found me out than found me at home,' replied the unmoved stranger.

Doctor Slammer looked unutterable ferocity, as he fixed his hat on his head with an indignant knock; and the stranger and Mr. Tupman ascended to the bedroom of the latter to restore the borrowed plumage to the unconscious Winkle.

That gentleman was fast asleep; the restoration was soon made. The stranger was extremely jocose; and Mr. Tracy Tupman, being quite bewildered with wine, negus, lights, and ladies, thought the whole affair was an exquisite joke. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Senhor! - disse o doutor, com voz terrível, sacando um cartão e recuando para um recanto do corredor. - Meu nome é Slammer, Doutor Slammer, senhor... 97.º Regimento... Quartel de Chatham... meu cartão, senhor, meu cartão. - Teria acrescentado mais, mas a indignação o sufocava.

- Ah! - respondeu o forasteiro com toda a calma. - Slammer... muito obrigado... gentil atenção... não estou doente agora, Slammer... mas, quando estiver... mando chamá-lo.

- O senhor... o senhor é um embusteiro - arquejou o furioso doutor - , um poltrão... um covarde... um mentiroso... um... um... nada o induzirá a me dar o seu cartão, senhor?!

- Ah! Já entendi - disse o forasteiro, meio à parte. - O ponche está forte demais aqui... estalajadeiro liberal... grande tolice... grandíssima... limonada seria bem melhor... salas quentes... cavalheiros de idade... pagam por isso de manhã... cruel... cruel. - E deu um ou dois passos adiante.

- O senhor está hospedado nesta casa - disse o indignado homenzinho. - O senhor está embriagado agora, senhor; terá notícias minhas pela manhã, senhor. Hei de descobri-lo, senhor; hei de descobri-lo.

- Melhor o senhor descobrir-me do que encontrar-me em casa - replicou o imperturbável forasteiro.

O Doutor Slammer ostentou indizível ferocidade, ao enfiar o chapéu na cabeça com uma indignada pancada; e o forasteiro e o Sr. Tupman subiram ao quarto deste último para restituir a plumagem emprestada ao inconsciente Winkle.

Esse cavalheiro dormia a sono solto; a restituição foi logo feita. O forasteiro estava extremamente jocoso; e o Sr. Tracy Tupman, de todo aturdido com vinho, ponche, luzes e damas, achou o caso inteiro uma piada primorosa. Seu novo amigo partiu; e, depois de experimentar certa leve dificuldade em encontrar no gorro de dormir o orifício originalmente destinado a receber-lhe a cabeça, e de por fim derrubar o castiçal em seus esforços para enfiá-lo, o Sr. Tracy Tupman conseguiu meter-se na cama por meio de uma série de evoluções complicadas, e pouco depois mergulhou no repouso.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pouco depois das sete da manhã seguinte, fortes batidas acordam o Sr. Pickwick.

Pickwick se senta e pergunta quem está ali.

O criado do hotel responde.

Pickwick pergunta o que ele quer.

O criado pergunta qual cavalheiro possui um casaco formal azul vivo com um botão dourado marcado P.C.

Pickwick pensa que o casaco foi enviado para limpeza e que o criado esqueceu o dono.

Ele orienta o criado a ir ao quarto do Sr. Winkle.

O criado agradece e parte.

Fortes batidas acordam Tupman, que pergunta o que há de errado.

O criado pede para falar com o Sr. Winkle.

Tupman chama Winkle no quarto interno.

Uma voz fraca responde debaixo das cobertas.

Tupman diz que alguém está na porta e imediatamente volta a dormir.

Winkle pula da cama, veste algumas peças e se pergunta quem poderia procurá-lo tão longe de Londres.

O criado diz que um cavalheiro na sala de café insiste em vê-lo por alguns minutos.

Winkle acha isso estranho, mas promete descer imediatamente.

Original English Version

Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door.

'Who's there?' said Mr. Pickwick, starting up in bed.

'Boots, sir.'

'What do you want?'

'Please, sir, can you tell me which gentleman of your party wears a bright blue dress-coat, with a gilt button with "P. C." on it?'

'It's been given out to brush,' thought Mr. Pickwick, 'and the man has forgotten whom it belongs to.'

Mr. Winkle,' he called out, 'next room but two, on the right hand.'

'Thank'ee, sir,' said the Boots, and away he went.

'What's the matter?' cried Mr. Tupman, as a loud knocking at his door roused him from his oblivious repose.

'Can I speak to Mr. Winkle, sir?' replied Boots from the outside.

'Winkle--Winkle!' shouted Mr. Tupman, calling into the inner room.

'Hollo!' replied a faint voice from within the bed-clothes.

'You're wanted--some one at the door;' and, having exerted himself to articulate thus much, Mr. Tracy Tupman turned round and fell fast asleep again.

'Wanted!' said Mr. Winkle, hastily jumping out of bed, and putting on a few articles of clothing; 'wanted! at this distance from town--who on earth can want me?'

'Gentleman in the coffee-room, sir,' replied the Boots, as Mr. Winkle opened the door and confronted him; 'gentleman says he'll not detain you a moment, Sir, but he can take no denial.'

'Very odd!' said Mr. Winkle; 'I'll be down directly.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Mal acabara de soar as sete horas na manhã seguinte, quando o abrangente espírito do Sr. Pickwick foi despertado do estado de inconsciência em que o sono o mergulhara por fortes batidas à porta do quarto.

- Quem é? - disse o Sr. Pickwick, sobressaltando-se na cama.

- O engraxate, senhor.

- O que deseja?

- Por favor, senhor, pode me dizer qual dos cavalheiros do seu grupo usa uma casaca de gala azul-vivo, com um botão dourado que traz as letras 'P. C.'?

'Deram-na para escovar', pensou o Sr. Pickwick, 'e o homem esqueceu a quem pertence.'

- O Sr. Winkle - bradou ele - , dois quartos adiante, do lado direito.

- Obrigado, senhor - disse o engraxate, e lá se foi.

- Que foi? - gritou o Sr. Tupman, quando fortes batidas à porta o arrancaram de seu esquecido repouso.

- Posso falar com o Sr. Winkle, senhor? - respondeu o engraxate lá de fora.

- Winkle... Winkle! - bradou o Sr. Tupman, chamando para o quarto interior.

- Alô! - respondeu uma voz fraca de dentro das cobertas.

- Estão te chamando... alguém à porta. - E, tendo-se esforçado para articular apenas isso, o Sr. Tracy Tupman virou-se e adormeceu profundamente de novo.

- Me chamando! - disse o Sr. Winkle, saltando às pressas da cama e vestindo umas poucas peças de roupa. - Me chamando! A esta distância da cidade... quem diabos pode querer falar comigo?

- Um cavalheiro no salão, senhor - respondeu o engraxate, quando o Sr. Winkle abriu a porta e se defrontou com ele. - O cavalheiro diz que não o deterá um instante, senhor, mas não aceita recusa.

- Muito esquisito! - disse o Sr. Winkle. - Desço já.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle se enrola num xale e roupão e entra na sala de café. Um oficial do exército manda os funcionários saírem, fecha a porta com cuidado e confirma a identidade de Winkle.

Winkle diz que esse é seu nome.

O oficial diz que veio em nome de seu amigo, o doutor Slammer.

Winkle repete o nome do médico com surpresa.

O oficial diz que Slammer considera o comportamento de Winkle na noite anterior inaceitável entre cavalheiros.

A total surpresa de Winkle é evidente, então o oficial continua.

O oficial diz que Slammer acredita que Winkle estava bêbado e talvez não se lembre do insulto. Se Winkle usar essa desculpa, Slammer aceitará um pedido escrito de desculpas ditado pelo oficial.

Winkle repete "um pedido escrito de desculpas" com espanto.

O oficial diz com calma que Winkle conhece a outra opção, ou seja, um duelo.

Confuso, Winkle pergunta se Slammer o identificou pelo nome.

O oficial diz que não testemunhou o acontecimento. Como o homem recusou dar seu cartão, Slammer descreveu o estranho casaco azul vivo com um botão dourado mostrando um rosto e P.C.

Original English Version

He hurriedly wrapped himself in a travelling-shawl and dressing-gown, and proceeded downstairs. An old woman and a couple of waiters were cleaning the coffee-room, and an officer in undress uniform was looking out of the window. He turned round as Mr. Winkle entered, and made a stiff inclination of the head. Having ordered the attendants to retire, and closed the door very carefully, he said, 'Mr. Winkle, I presume?'

'My name is Winkle, sir.'

'You will not be surprised, sir, when I inform you that I have called here this morning on behalf of my friend, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th.'

'Doctor Slammer!' said Mr. Winkle.

'Doctor Slammer. He begged me to express his opinion that your conduct of last evening was of a description which no gentleman could endure; and' (he added) 'which no one gentleman would pursue towards another.'

Mr. Winkle's astonishment was too real, and too evident, to escape the observation of Doctor Slammer's friend; he therefore proceeded--

'My friend, Doctor Slammer, requested me to add, that he was firmly persuaded you were intoxicated during a portion of the evening, and possibly unconscious of the extent of the insult you were guilty of. He commissioned me to say, that should this be pleaded as an excuse for your behaviour, he will consent to accept a written apology, to be penned by you, from my dictation.'

'A written apology!' repeated Mr. Winkle, in the most emphatic tone of amazement possible.

'Of course you know the alternative,' replied the visitor coolly.

'Were you intrusted with this message to me by name?' inquired Mr. Winkle, whose intellects were hopelessly confused by this extraordinary conversation.

'I was not present myself,' replied the visitor, 'and in consequence of your firm refusal to give your card to Doctor Slammer, I was desired by that gentleman to identify the wearer of a very uncommon coat--a bright blue dress-coat, with a gilt button displaying a bust, and the letters "P. C."'

Tradução Integral em Português

Enrolou-se às pressas num xale de viagem e num roupão e desceu. Uma velha e dois garçons limpavam o salão, e um oficial de uniforme comum olhava pela janela. Voltou-se quando o Sr. Winkle entrou e fez uma rígida inclinação de cabeça. Depois de mandar retirarem-se os criados e de fechar a porta com muito cuidado, disse: - O Sr. Winkle, presumo?

- Meu nome é Winkle, senhor.

- O senhor não se surpreenderá, senhor, quando eu lhe informar que vim aqui esta manhã em nome de meu amigo, o Doutor Slammer, do 97.º.

- O Doutor Slammer! - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- O Doutor Slammer. Rogou-me que exprimisse sua opinião de que a conduta do senhor ontem à noite foi de tal ordem que nenhum cavalheiro poderia suportar; e - acrescentou ele - que nenhum cavalheiro adotaria para com outro.

O assombro do Sr. Winkle era real demais, e evidente demais, para escapar à observação do amigo do Doutor Slammer; ele prosseguiu, portanto: -

- Meu amigo, o Doutor Slammer, pediu-me que acrescentasse estar firmemente convencido de que o senhor se achava embriagado durante parte da noite, e possivelmente inconsciente da extensão do insulto de que se tornou culpado. Incumbiu-me de dizer que, caso isto seja alegado como desculpa para o seu comportamento, ele consentirá em aceitar um pedido de desculpas por escrito, redigido pelo senhor, sob o meu ditado.

- Um pedido de desculpas por escrito! - repetiu o Sr. Winkle, no mais enfático tom de pasmo possível.

- Por certo o senhor conhece a alternativa - replicou o visitante com toda a calma.

- O senhor foi incumbido de trazer-me esta mensagem pelo meu nome? - perguntou o Sr. Winkle, cujo entendimento se achava irremediavelmente confuso com essa extraordinária conversa.

- Eu mesmo não estive presente - replicou o visitante - , e, em consequência de sua firme recusa em dar seu cartão ao Doutor Slammer, fui incumbido por aquele cavalheiro de identificar quem usava uma casaca muito incomum - uma casaca de gala azul-vivo, com um botão dourado ostentando um busto e as letras 'P. C.'

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle quase cai de choque com a descrição exata de suas roupas. O oficial diz que os funcionários do hotel identificaram o dono do casaco como um dos quatro homens que chegaram na tarde anterior, e Pickwick o encaminhou a Winkle.

Winkle fica mais surpreso do que se o Castelo de Rochester tivesse se movido até a janela. Primeiro pensa que seu casaco foi roubado e pede que o oficial espere.

O oficial concorda.

Winkle corre para cima e abre a bolsa com a mão trêmula. O casaco está ali, mas mostra sinais claros de ter sido usado na noite anterior.

Winkle decide que deve ter ficado bêbado, trocado de casaco, saído e insultado alguém sem se lembrar. Volta para baixo, decidido a aceitar o desafio de Slammer e enfrentar as consequências.

Winkle se preocupa com sua reputação no clube. Se recusar seu primeiro desafio perigoso, os outros perderão o respeito por ele. Também espera que as armas não tenham balas verdadeiras ou que Snodgrass avise Pickwick, que poderá pedir às autoridades que impeçam o duelo.

Original English Version

Mr. Winkle actually staggered with astonishment as he heard his own costume thus minutely described. Doctor Slammer's friend proceeded:-- 'From the inquiries I made at the bar, just now, I was convinced that the owner of the coat in question arrived here, with three gentlemen, yesterday afternoon. I immediately sent up to the gentleman who was described as appearing the head of the party, and he at once referred me to you.'

If the principal tower of Rochester Castle had suddenly walked from its foundation, and stationed itself opposite the coffee-room window, Mr. Winkle's surprise would have been as nothing compared with the profound astonishment with which he had heard this address. His first impression was that his coat had been stolen. 'Will you allow me to detain you one moment?' said he.

'Certainly,' replied the unwelcome visitor.

Mr. Winkle ran hastily upstairs, and with a trembling hand opened the bag. There was the coat in its usual place, but exhibiting, on a close inspection, evident tokens of having been worn on the preceding night.

'It must be so,' said Mr. Winkle, letting the coat fall from his hands. 'I took too much wine after dinner, and have a very vague recollection of walking about the streets, and smoking a cigar afterwards. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue.

To this determination Mr. Winkle was urged by a variety of considerations, the first of which was his reputation with the club. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Winkle chegou realmente a cambalear de assombro ao ouvir descrever tão minuciosamente o seu próprio traje. O amigo do Doutor Slammer prosseguiu: - - Pelas indagações que fiz ainda agora no balcão, convenci-me de que o dono da casaca em questão chegou aqui, com três cavalheiros, ontem à tarde. Mandei imediatamente chamar o cavalheiro descrito como aparentando ser o chefe do grupo, e ele logo me encaminhou ao senhor.

Se a torre principal do Castelo de Rochester tivesse de repente saído dos alicerces e se postado defronte à janela do salão, a surpresa do Sr. Winkle teria sido como nada em comparação com o profundo assombro com que ouvira aquelas palavras. Sua primeira impressão foi que lhe haviam roubado a casaca. - Permite-me detê-lo um instante? - disse ele.

- Pois não - replicou o indesejável visitante.

O Sr. Winkle subiu às pressas a escada e, com mão trêmula, abriu a bolsa. Lá estava a casaca em seu lugar de costume, mas exibindo, a um exame atento, evidentes indícios de ter sido usada na noite anterior.

- Só pode ser - disse o Sr. Winkle, deixando a casaca cair-lhe das mãos. - Bebi vinho demais depois do jantar, e tenho uma lembrança muito vaga de ter perambulado pelas ruas e de fumar um charuto em seguida. O fato é que eu estava muito bêbado; devo ter trocado de casaca... ido a algum lugar... e insultado alguém... não tenho a menor dúvida disso; e esta mensagem é a terrível consequência. - Dizendo o que, o Sr. Winkle refez seus passos em direção ao salão, com a sombria e pavorosa resolução de aceitar o desafio do belicoso Doutor Slammer e de arcar com as piores consequências que dali pudessem advir.

A essa determinação foi o Sr. Winkle impelido por uma variedade de considerações, a primeira das quais era sua reputação no clube. Sempre fora tido como alta autoridade em todos os assuntos de diversão e destreza, fossem ofensivos, defensivos ou inofensivos; e, se, nesta primeiríssima ocasião de ser posto à prova, ele recuasse diante do teste, sob os olhos de seu líder, seu nome e sua posição estariam perdidos para sempre. Além disso, lembrava-se de ter ouvido não raro conjeturarem os não iniciados em tais assuntos que, por um entendimento tácito entre os padrinhos, as pistolas raramente eram carregadas com bala; e, ademais, refletiu que, se recorresse ao Sr. Snodgrass para servir de padrinho e lhe pintasse o perigo em cores vivas, aquele cavalheiro possivelmente comunicaria a notícia ao Sr. Pickwick, que por certo não perderia tempo em transmiti-la às autoridades locais, impedindo assim que se matasse ou mutilasse o seu seguidor.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Com esses pensamentos, Winkle volta à sala de café e aceita o desafio do médico.

O oficial pede que Winkle indique um amigo capaz de combinar a hora e o lugar do encontro.

Winkle diz que isso é desnecessário e pede que o oficial lhe dê os detalhes diretamente.

O oficial sugere casualmente o pôr do sol daquela noite.

Winkle concorda em voz alta enquanto pensa que o plano é terrível.

O oficial pergunta se Winkle conhece Fort Pitt.

Winkle diz que viu o lugar no dia anterior.

O oficial dá instruções por um campo ao lado da trincheira. Ele levará Winkle a um lugar isolado onde ninguém poderá interromper o assunto.

Winkle pensa com nervosismo nas palavras sem interrupção.

O oficial diz que não há mais nada a organizar.

Winkle concorda e deseja bom dia.

O oficial retribui o cumprimento e se afasta assobiando alegremente.

O café da manhã é desconfortável. Tupman não consegue se levantar depois da bebida da noite anterior, Snodgrass parece poeticamente triste, e até Pickwick fica quieto e bebe água com gás. Quando Snodgrass sugere visitar o castelo, Winkle o acompanha para que possam conversar a sós.

Original English Version

Such were his thoughts when he returned to the coffee-room, and intimated his intention of accepting the doctor's challenge.

'Will you refer me to a friend, to arrange the time and place of meeting?' said the officer.

'Quite unnecessary,' replied Mr. Winkle; 'name them to me, and I can procure the attendance of a friend afterwards.'

'Shall we say--sunset this evening?' inquired the officer, in a careless tone.

'Very good,' replied Mr. Winkle, thinking in his heart it was very bad.

'You know Fort Pitt?'

'Yes; I saw it yesterday.'

'If you will take the trouble to turn into the field which borders the trench, take the foot-path to the left when you arrive at an angle of the fortification, and keep straight on, till you see me, I will precede you to a secluded place, where the affair can be conducted without fear of interruption.'

'Fear of interruption!' thought Mr. Winkle.

'Nothing more to arrange, I think,' said the officer.

'I am not aware of anything more,' replied Mr. Winkle. 'Good-morning.'

'Good-morning;' and the officer whistled a lively air as he strode away.

That morning's breakfast passed heavily off. Mr. Tupman was not in a condition to rise, after the unwonted dissipation of the previous night; Mr. Snodgrass appeared to labour under a poetical depression of spirits; and even Mr. Pickwick evinced an unusual attachment to silence and soda- water. Mr. Winkle eagerly watched his opportunity: it was not long wanting. Mr. Snodgrass proposed a visit to the castle, and as Mr. Winkle was the only other member of the party disposed to walk, they went out together.

Tradução Integral em Português

Tais eram seus pensamentos quando voltou ao salão e deu a entender sua intenção de aceitar o desafio do doutor.

- O senhor me indicará um amigo, para acertarmos a hora e o local do encontro? - disse o oficial.

- De todo desnecessário - replicou o Sr. Winkle. - Diga-me a hora e o local, e eu poderei providenciar depois a presença de um amigo.

- Digamos... ao pôr do sol, esta tarde? - perguntou o oficial, em tom displicente.

- Muito bem - replicou o Sr. Winkle, pensando lá no íntimo que estava muito mal.

- O senhor conhece o Forte Pitt?

- Sim; vi-o ontem.

- Se o senhor tiver a bondade de entrar no campo que margeia a trincheira, tomar a vereda à esquerda ao chegar a um ângulo da fortificação, e seguir sempre em frente, até me avistar, eu o precederei até um lugar recluso, onde o assunto poderá ser conduzido sem receio de interrupção.

'Receio de interrupção!', pensou o Sr. Winkle.

- Nada mais a acertar, creio eu - disse o oficial.

- Não vejo nada mais - replicou o Sr. Winkle. - Bom dia.

- Bom dia. - E o oficial assobiou uma ária animada, enquanto se afastava a passos largos.

O café da manhã daquele dia transcorreu pesadamente. O Sr. Tupman não estava em condições de levantar-se, após a inusitada dissipação da véspera; o Sr. Snodgrass parecia padecer de uma poética depressão de ânimo; e até o Sr. Pickwick manifestou uma incomum afeição pelo silêncio e pela água com gás. O Sr. Winkle espreitava ansiosamente sua oportunidade: não teve de esperar muito. O Sr. Snodgrass propôs uma visita ao castelo e, como o Sr. Winkle fosse o único outro membro do grupo disposto a caminhar, saíram juntos.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Longe da rua principal, Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass consegue guardar um segredo, enquanto em segredo espera que não consiga.

Snodgrass promete que consegue e começa a fazer um juramento.

Com medo de que Snodgrass realmente prometa silêncio, Winkle diz depressa que nenhum juramento é necessário.

Snodgrass abaixa a mão que erguera de modo dramático para o céu e se prepara para ouvir.

Winkle diz que precisa de ajuda numa questão de honra.

Snodgrass segura sua mão com carinho e promete ajudar.

Winkle explica que precisa encontrar o doutor Slammer e outro oficial para um duelo ao pôr do sol num campo solitário além de Fort Pitt.

Snodgrass promete acompanhá-lo.

Snodgrass fica surpreso, mas não assustado. Winkle esqueceu que todos, exceto a pessoa que luta, podem permanecer calmos nessas situações.

Winkle avisa que os resultados podem ser terríveis.

Snodgrass diz que espera que não sejam.

Winkle diz que o médico provavelmente é um excelente atirador.

Snodgrass diz com calma que a maioria dos militares atira bem, mas supõe que Winkle também.

Original English Version

'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, when they had turned out of the public street.'Snodgrass, my dear fellow, can I rely upon your secrecy?' As he said this, he most devoutly and earnestly hoped he could not.

'You can,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. 'Hear me swear--'

'No, no,' interrupted Winkle, terrified at the idea of his companion's unconsciously pledging himself not to give information; 'don't swear, don't swear; it's quite unnecessary.'

Mr. Snodgrass dropped the hand which he had, in the spirit of poesy, raised towards the clouds as he made the above appeal, and assumed an attitude of attention.

'I want your assistance, my dear fellow, in an affair of honour,' said Mr. Winkle.

'You shall have it,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, clasping his friend's hand.

'With a doctor--Doctor Slammer, of the 97th,' said Mr. Winkle, wishing to make the matter appear as solemn as possible; 'an affair with an officer, seconded by another officer, at sunset this evening, in a lonely field beyond Fort Pitt.'

'I will attend you,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

He was astonished, but by no means dismayed. It is extraordinary how cool any party but the principal can be in such cases. Mr. Winkle had forgotten this. He had judged of his friend's feelings by his own.

'The consequences may be dreadful,' said Mr. Winkle.

'I hope not,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'The doctor, I believe, is a very good shot,' said Mr. Winkle.

'Most of these military men are,' observed Mr. Snodgrass calmly; 'but so are you, ain't you?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Snodgrass - disse o Sr. Winkle, depois de saírem da rua pública - , Snodgrass, meu caro amigo, posso confiar em sua discrição? - Ao dizer isso, esperava, do modo mais devoto e sincero, que não pudesse.

- Pode - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass. - Ouça-me jurar...

- Não, não - interrompeu Winkle, aterrado com a ideia de que o companheiro, sem o saber, se comprometesse a não dar parte a ninguém - , não jure, não jure; é de todo desnecessário.

O Sr. Snodgrass baixou a mão que, no espírito da poesia, erguera em direção às nuvens ao fazer o apelo acima, e assumiu uma atitude de atenção.

- Preciso de sua assistência, meu caro amigo, num caso de honra - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- Tê-la-á - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass, apertando a mão do amigo.

- Com um doutor... o Doutor Slammer, do 97.º - disse o Sr. Winkle, desejoso de fazer o assunto parecer o mais solene possível - , um caso com um oficial, apadrinhado por outro oficial, ao pôr do sol, esta tarde, num campo ermo além do Forte Pitt.

- Acompanhá-lo-ei - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

Estava assombrado, mas de modo algum consternado. É extraordinário como toda parte que não seja o próprio interessado pode manter-se serena em tais casos. O Sr. Winkle esquecera-se disso. Julgara os sentimentos do amigo pelos seus.

- As consequências podem ser terríveis - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- Espero que não - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- O doutor, creio, é excelente atirador - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- A maioria desses militares é - observou o Sr. Snodgrass com calma - ; mas o senhor também é, não é?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle diz que sim. Ao perceber que isso não assustou bastante o amigo, tenta outro argumento.

Com voz trêmula, Winkle diz que, se morrer, Snodgrass encontrará um pacote com um bilhete para seu pai.

Essa tentativa também fracassa. Snodgrass se comove, mas concorda em entregar o bilhete com a facilidade de um carteiro.

Winkle avisa que, se qualquer um dos homens cair, Snodgrass pode ser julgado como cúmplice e enviado para longe como prisioneiro pelo resto da vida.

Snodgrass fica um pouco preocupado, mas diz com coragem que enfrentará todo perigo pela amizade.

Winkle amaldiçoa em silêncio a lealdade do amigo enquanto caminham. A manhã passa, e ele fica desesperado.

Winkle de repente implora que Snodgrass não informe as autoridades nem traga policiais para prender ele e o doutor Slammer antes do duelo. Repete com firmeza que Snodgrass não deve fazer isso.

Snodgrass segura sua mão com carinho e promete que jamais faria tal coisa.

Original English Version

Mr. Winkle replied in the affirmative; and perceiving that he had not alarmed his companion sufficiently, changed his ground.

'Snodgrass,' he said, in a voice tremulous with emotion, 'if I fall, you will find in a packet which I shall place in your hands a note for my-- for my father.'

This attack was a failure also. Mr. Snodgrass was affected, but he undertook the delivery of the note as readily as if he had been a twopenny postman.

'If I fall,' said Mr. Winkle, 'or if the doctor falls, you, my dear friend, will be tried as an accessory before the fact. Shall I involve my friend in transportation--possibly for life!'

Mr. Snodgrass winced a little at this, but his heroism was invincible. 'In the cause of friendship,' he fervently exclaimed, 'I would brave all dangers.'

How Mr. Winkle cursed his companion's devoted friendship internally, as they walked silently along, side by side, for some minutes, each immersed in his own meditations! The morning was wearing away; he grew desperate.

'Snodgrass,' he said, stopping suddenly, 'do not let me be balked in this matter--do not give information to the local authorities--do not obtain the assistance of several peace officers, to take either me or Doctor Slammer, of the 97th Regiment, at present quartered in Chatham Barracks, into custody, and thus prevent this duel!--I say, do not.'

Mr. Snodgrass seized his friend's hand warmly, as he enthusiastically replied, 'Not for worlds!'

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Winkle respondeu afirmativamente; e, percebendo que não alarmara suficientemente o companheiro, mudou de tática.

- Snodgrass - disse ele, com voz trêmula de emoção - , se eu tombar, o senhor encontrará, num embrulho que porei em suas mãos, uma carta para o meu... para o meu pai.

Esse ataque também foi um fracasso. O Sr. Snodgrass comoveu-se, mas encarregou-se de entregar a carta com tanta prontidão como se fosse um carteiro de dois pence.

- Se eu tombar - disse o Sr. Winkle - , ou se o doutor tombar, o senhor, meu caro amigo, será julgado como cúmplice antes do fato. Devo eu arrastar meu amigo ao degredo... possivelmente perpétuo?!

O Sr. Snodgrass estremeceu um pouco com isso, mas seu heroísmo era invencível. - Pela causa da amizade - exclamou com fervor - , eu enfrentaria todos os perigos.

Como o Sr. Winkle amaldiçoou intimamente a devotada amizade do companheiro, enquanto caminhavam em silêncio, lado a lado, por alguns minutos, cada qual imerso nas próprias meditações! A manhã ia-se esvaindo; ele foi ficando desesperado.

- Snodgrass - disse ele, parando de súbito - , não me deixe frustrar neste assunto... não dê parte às autoridades locais... não obtenha o auxílio de vários guardas da ordem, para prender a mim ou ao Doutor Slammer, do 97.º Regimento, atualmente aquartelado no Quartel de Chatham, e assim impedir este duelo!... repito, não faça isso.

O Sr. Snodgrass agarrou calorosamente a mão do amigo, ao replicar com entusiasmo: - Por nada deste mundo!

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle treme ao perceber que o medo do amigo não o salvará e que precisa se tornar um alvo vivo.

Depois de explicar toda a situação, eles alugam pistolas, pólvora, balas e espoletas em Rochester. Voltam à hospedaria, onde Winkle se preocupa com o duelo enquanto Snodgrass prepara as armas.

Numa noite escura, eles partem para sua difícil tarefa. Winkle se esconde dentro de uma capa enorme enquanto Snodgrass leva as armas sob a sua.

Com voz ansiosa, Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass tem tudo.

Snodgrass diz que tem muita munição caso os primeiros tiros falhem, incluindo bastante pólvora e jornais para carregar as armas.

Winkle talvez esteja agradecido demais para falar e continua caminhando muito devagar.

Enquanto pulam uma cerca, Snodgrass diz que estão perfeitamente no horário porque o sol está se pondo. Winkle olha para o sol que desce e teme que também possa cair em breve.

Depois de caminhar alguns minutos, Winkle diz que vê o oficial.

Original English Version

A thrill passed over Mr. Winkle's frame as the conviction that he had nothing to hope from his friend's fears, and that he was destined to become an animated target, rushed forcibly upon him.

The state of the case having been formally explained to Mr. Snodgrass, and a case of satisfactory pistols, with the satisfactory accompaniments of powder, ball, and caps, having been hired from a manufacturer in Rochester, the two friends returned to their inn; Mr. Winkle to ruminate on the approaching struggle, and Mr. Snodgrass to arrange the weapons of war, and put them into proper order for immediate use.

It was a dull and heavy evening when they again sallied forth on their awkward errand. Mr. Winkle was muffled up in a huge cloak to escape observation, and Mr. Snodgrass bore under his the instruments of destruction.

'Have you got everything?' said Mr. Winkle, in an agitated tone.

'Everything,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; 'plenty of ammunition, in case the shots don't take effect. There's a quarter of a pound of powder in the case, and I have got two newspapers in my pocket for the loadings.'

These were instances of friendship for which any man might reasonably feel most grateful. The presumption is, that the gratitude of Mr. Winkle was too powerful for utterance, as he said nothing, but continued to walk on--rather slowly.

'We are in excellent time,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as they climbed the fence of the first field; 'the sun is just going down.' Mr. Winkle looked up at the declining orb and painfully thought of the probability of his 'going down' himself, before long.

'There's the officer,' exclaimed Mr. Winkle, after a few minutes walking.

Tradução Integral em Português

Um arrepio percorreu o corpo do Sr. Winkle, quando o assaltou com força a convicção de que nada tinha a esperar dos temores do amigo, e de que estava destinado a tornar-se um alvo animado.

Explicado formalmente o estado do caso ao Sr. Snodgrass, e alugado de um fabricante de Rochester um estojo de pistolas satisfatórias, com os satisfatórios acompanhamentos de pólvora, bala e espoletas, os dois amigos voltaram à estalagem; o Sr. Winkle, para ruminar sobre a iminente peleja, e o Sr. Snodgrass, para arranjar as armas de guerra e pô-las em devida ordem para uso imediato.

Era um entardecer sombrio e pesado quando de novo saíram para sua embaraçosa incumbência. O Sr. Winkle vinha embuçado num enorme capote para escapar aos olhares, e o Sr. Snodgrass trazia sob o seu os instrumentos de destruição.

- O senhor trouxe tudo? - disse o Sr. Winkle, em tom agitado.

- Tudo - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass. - Munição de sobra, caso os tiros não surtam efeito. Há um quarto de libra de pólvora no estojo, e trago dois jornais no bolso para as buchas.

Eram essas mostras de amizade pelas quais qualquer homem poderia, com razão, sentir-se sumamente grato. Presume-se que a gratidão do Sr. Winkle era poderosa demais para exprimir-se, pois ele nada disse, mas continuou a caminhar... um tanto lentamente.

- Chegamos em excelente hora - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, ao galgarem a cerca do primeiro campo. - O sol está justamente a se pôr. - O Sr. Winkle ergueu os olhos para o astro declinante e pensou, com dor, na probabilidade de ele próprio 'se pôr' também, dentro em pouco.

- Lá está o oficial - exclamou o Sr. Winkle, após alguns minutos de caminhada.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Snodgrass pergunta onde ele está.

Winkle aponta para um homem de capa azul. O oficial faz um sinal com a mão, e os dois amigos o seguem a pouca distância.

A noite fica mais escura, e um vento triste atravessa os campos vazios. Winkle fica sombrio e se assusta quando a trincheira parece uma sepultura gigante.

O oficial deixa o caminho, pula uma cerca e uma sebe e entra num campo isolado. Dois homens esperam ali: um homem baixo e gordo e outro grande, sentado calmamente numa cadeira de campanha.

Snodgrass supõe que são o adversário e um médico, depois oferece conhaque a Winkle. Winkle toma um longo gole.

Winkle apresenta Snodgrass como seu amigo. O companheiro do doutor Slammer se curva e tira um estojo de pistolas.

Abrindo o estojo com frieza, o oficial diz que não há mais nada a discutir porque o pedido de desculpas foi recusado.

Snodgrass concorda, embora agora comece a se sentir desconfortável.

O oficial pede que Snodgrass avance.

Original English Version

'Where?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'There--the gentleman in the blue cloak.' Mr. Snodgrass looked in the direction indicated by the forefinger of his friend, and observed a figure, muffled up, as he had described. The officer evinced his consciousness of their presence by slightly beckoning with his hand; and the two friends followed him at a little distance, as he walked away.

The evening grew more dull every moment, and a melancholy wind sounded through the deserted fields, like a distant giant whistling for his house-dog. The sadness of the scene imparted a sombre tinge to the feelings of Mr. Winkle. He started as they passed the angle of the trench--it looked like a colossal grave.

The officer turned suddenly from the path, and after climbing a paling, and scaling a hedge, entered a secluded field. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool.

'The other party, and a surgeon, I suppose,' said Mr. Snodgrass; 'take a drop of brandy.' Mr. Winkle seized the wicker bottle which his friend proffered, and took a lengthened pull at the exhilarating liquid.

'My friend, Sir, Mr. Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, as the officer approached. Doctor Slammer's friend bowed, and produced a case similar to that which Mr. Snodgrass carried.

'We have nothing further to say, Sir, I think,' he coldly remarked, as he opened the case; 'an apology has been resolutely declined.'

'Nothing, Sir,' said Mr. Snodgrass, who began to feel rather uncomfortable himself.

'Will you step forward?' said the officer.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Onde? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Ali... o cavalheiro do capote azul. - O Sr. Snodgrass olhou na direção indicada pelo indicador do amigo e observou uma figura embuçada, tal como ele descrevera. O oficial manifestou ter percebido a presença deles acenando de leve com a mão; e os dois amigos seguiram-no a pequena distância, enquanto ele se afastava.

O entardecer tornava-se mais sombrio a cada instante, e um vento melancólico soprava pelos campos desertos, como um gigante distante assobiando para chamar seu cão de guarda. A tristeza da cena imprimiu um tom soturno aos sentimentos do Sr. Winkle. Ele sobressaltou-se ao passarem pelo ângulo da trincheira... parecia uma sepultura colossal.

O oficial saiu de repente da vereda e, depois de galgar uma paliçada e transpor uma sebe, entrou num campo recluso. Dois cavalheiros ali esperavam; um era um homenzinho gordo, de cabelos pretos; e o outro - um sujeito corpulento, num sobretudo debruado - achava-se sentado, com perfeita equanimidade, num banquinho de campanha.

- A outra parte e um cirurgião, suponho - disse o Sr. Snodgrass. - Tome um gole de conhaque. - O Sr. Winkle agarrou a garrafa forrada de vime que o amigo lhe estendeu e deu um demorado trago no revigorante líquido.

- Meu amigo, senhor, o Sr. Snodgrass - disse o Sr. Winkle, ao aproximar-se o oficial. O amigo do Doutor Slammer curvou-se e sacou um estojo semelhante ao que o Sr. Snodgrass trazia.

- Nada mais temos a dizer, senhor, creio eu - observou ele friamente, ao abrir o estojo. - Um pedido de desculpas foi resolutamente recusado.

- Nada, senhor - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, que começava, ele próprio, a sentir-se um tanto pouco à vontade.

- Quer o senhor adiantar-se? - disse o oficial.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Snodgrass concorda. Eles medem a distância e organizam o duelo.

O outro ajudante oferece suas próprias pistolas, que Snodgrass o viu carregar, e pergunta se ele se opõe a usá-las.

Snodgrass aceita com alívio porque mal sabe carregar uma pistola.

O oficial diz que podem posicionar os dois combatentes, falando com a calma de quem organiza peças de xadrez.

Snodgrass concorda porque nada sabe sobre duelos e aceitaria qualquer sugestão. Cada ajudante vai até seu combatente.

Snodgrass diz que tudo está pronto, entrega uma pistola a Winkle e pede sua capa.

O pobre Winkle pergunta se Snodgrass está com o pacote para seu pai.

Snodgrass diz que está seguro e aconselha Winkle a permanecer firme e ferir o adversário.

Winkle acha que esse conselho é como mandar um menino pequeno vencer uma briga de rua, o que só é útil se ele souber como. Tira devagar a capa, aceita a pistola e se aproxima do adversário enquanto os outros recuam.

Original English Version

'Certainly,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. The ground was measured, and preliminaries arranged.

'You will find these better than your own,' said the opposite second, producing his pistols. 'You saw me load them. Do you object to use them?'

'Certainly not,' replied Mr. Snodgrass. The offer relieved him from considerable embarrassment, for his previous notions of loading a pistol were rather vague and undefined.

'We may place our men, then, I think,' observed the officer, with as much indifference as if the principals were chess-men, and the seconds players.

'I think we may,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; who would have assented to any proposition, because he knew nothing about the matter. The officer crossed to Doctor Slammer, and Mr. Snodgrass went up to Mr. Winkle.

'It's all ready,' said he, offering the pistol. 'Give me your cloak.'

'You have got the packet, my dear fellow,' said poor Winkle.

'All right,' said Mr. Snodgrass. 'Be steady, and wing him.'

It occurred to Mr. Winkle that this advice was very like that which bystanders invariably give to the smallest boy in a street fight, namely, 'Go in, and win'--an admirable thing to recommend, if you only know how to do it. He took off his cloak, however, in silence--it always took a long time to undo that cloak--and accepted the pistol. The seconds retired, the gentleman on the camp-stool did the same, and the belligerents approached each other.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Pois não - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass. Mediu-se o terreno e acertaram-se os preliminares.

- O senhor há de achá-las melhores que as suas - disse o padrinho adversário, exibindo as pistolas. - O senhor me viu carregá-las. Tem alguma objeção a usá-las?

- De modo algum - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass. A oferta livrou-o de considerável embaraço, pois suas noções prévias sobre como carregar uma pistola eram bastante vagas e indefinidas.

- Podemos, então, posicionar os nossos homens, creio eu - observou o oficial, com tanta indiferença como se os duelistas fossem peças de xadrez, e os padrinhos, os jogadores.

- Creio que podemos - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass, que teria assentido a qualquer proposta, por nada saber do assunto. O oficial dirigiu-se ao Doutor Slammer, e o Sr. Snodgrass foi até o Sr. Winkle.

- Está tudo pronto - disse ele, oferecendo a pistola. - Dê-me o seu capote.

- O senhor está com o embrulho, meu caro amigo - disse o pobre Winkle.

- Tudo certo - disse o Sr. Snodgrass. - Firme, e acerte-o de raspão.

Ocorreu ao Sr. Winkle que esse conselho muito se parecia com o que os espectadores invariavelmente dão ao menor dos meninos numa briga de rua, a saber: 'Entra pra dentro e ganha' - coisa admirável de recomendar, se ao menos se soubesse como fazê-la. Tirou o capote, contudo, em silêncio - sempre levava muito tempo para desatar aquele capote - e aceitou a pistola. Os padrinhos retiraram-se, o cavalheiro do banquinho de campanha fez o mesmo, e os beligerantes aproximaram-se um do outro.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Como Winkle é muito bondoso, fecha os olhos para evitar se ver machucando alguém. Por isso não vê o doutor Slammer olhar fixamente, recuar, esfregar os olhos e finalmente gritar para todos pararem.

Enquanto os outros correm para a frente, o doutor Slammer diz que Winkle não é o homem.

O ajudante do médico repete com surpresa que ele não é o homem.

Snodgrass também repete a afirmação.

O homem que segura a cadeira de campanha também repete.

O doutor Slammer diz com firmeza que Winkle não é a pessoa que o insultou na noite anterior.

O oficial chama a situação de muito estranha.

O homem da cadeira sugere com seriedade que, como Winkle veio ao campo, talvez as regras formais exijam tratá-lo como o culpado mesmo que não seja. Depois cheira rapé e parece sábio.

Ao ouvir que o duelo parou, Winkle abre os olhos e percebe que houve um engano. Decide que pode melhorar sua reputação escondendo por que realmente aceitou o desafio e avança com coragem.

Original English Version

Mr. Winkle was always remarkable for extreme humanity. It is conjectured that his unwillingness to hurt a fellow-creature intentionally was the cause of his shutting his eyes when he arrived at the fatal spot; and that the circumstance of his eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer. That gentleman started, stared, retreated, rubbed his eyes, stared again, and, finally, shouted, 'Stop, stop!'

'What's all this?' said Doctor Slammer, as his friend and Mr. Snodgrass came running up; 'that's not the man.'

'Not the man!' said Doctor Slammer's second.

'Not the man!' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Not the man!' said the gentleman with the camp-stool in his hand.

'Certainly not,' replied the little doctor. 'That's not the person who insulted me last night.'

'Very extraordinary!' exclaimed the officer.

'Very,' said the gentleman with the camp-stool. 'The only question is, whether the gentleman, being on the ground, must not be considered, as a matter of form, to be the individual who insulted our friend, Doctor Slammer, yesterday evening, whether he is really that individual or not;' and having delivered this suggestion, with a very sage and mysterious air, the man with the camp-stool took a large pinch of snuff, and looked profoundly round, with the air of an authority in such matters.

Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said--

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Winkle sempre se notabilizou por sua extrema humanidade. Conjetura-se que sua relutância em ferir de propósito um semelhante foi a causa de ele fechar os olhos ao chegar ao ponto fatal; e que a circunstância de estar de olhos fechados o impediu de observar o comportamento extraordinaríssimo e inexplicável do Doutor Slammer. Esse cavalheiro sobressaltou-se, arregalou os olhos, recuou, esfregou os olhos, tornou a arregalá-los e, por fim, bradou: - Pare, pare!

- Que é isto tudo? - disse o Doutor Slammer, ao chegarem correndo seu amigo e o Sr. Snodgrass. - Este não é o homem.

- Não é o homem! - disse o padrinho do Doutor Slammer.

- Não é o homem! - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Não é o homem! - disse o cavalheiro com o banquinho de campanha na mão.

- Claro que não - replicou o pequeno doutor. - Esta não é a pessoa que me insultou ontem à noite.

- Extraordinaríssimo! - exclamou o oficial.

- Extraordinário - disse o cavalheiro do banquinho. - A única questão é se o cavalheiro, estando no terreno, não deve ser considerado, por mera formalidade, o indivíduo que insultou o nosso amigo, o Doutor Slammer, ontem à noite, seja ele realmente esse indivíduo ou não. - E, tendo proferido essa sugestão, com ar dos mais sábios e misteriosos, o homem do banquinho tomou uma boa pitada de rapé e olhou em torno com profundidade, com o ar de uma autoridade em tais assuntos.

Ora, o Sr. Winkle abrira os olhos, e os ouvidos também, ao ouvir o adversário clamar por uma cessação das hostilidades; e, percebendo, pelo que este dissera depois, que havia, sem sombra de dúvida, algum engano no assunto, logo previu o acréscimo de reputação que inevitavelmente ganharia ao ocultar o verdadeiro motivo de ali ter comparecido; adiantou-se, portanto, com ousadia, e disse: -

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle admite que não é o homem e que já sabia disso.

O homem da cadeira diz que essa admissão insulta o doutor Slammer e lhes dá motivo para continuar o duelo.

O ajudante do médico manda Payne ficar quieto e pergunta a Winkle por que não explicou o engano naquela manhã.

O homem da cadeira concorda com a pergunta, irritado.

O ajudante pede novamente que Payne fique quieto e repete a pergunta a Winkle.

Winkle diz que o oficial descreveu um homem bêbado e grosseiro usando o mesmo casaco que ele criou como uniforme do Clube Pickwick. Para defender a honra do uniforme, Winkle aceitou o desafio sem fazer perguntas.

O médico amigável oferece a mão, elogia a coragem de Winkle e pede desculpas por causar um encontro inútil e inconveniente.

Winkle diz com educação que o médico não precisa mencionar isso.

O médico diz que terá orgulho de conhecer Winkle.

Winkle diz que o prazer será dele. Aperta as mãos do médico, do tenente Tappleton, de Payne e, por fim, de Snodgrass, que admira muito o amigo heroico.

Original English Version

'I am not the person. I know it.'

'Then, that,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'is an affront to Doctor Slammer, and a sufficient reason for proceeding immediately.'

'Pray be quiet, Payne,' said the doctor's second. 'Why did you not communicate this fact to me this morning, Sir?'

'To be sure--to be sure,' said the man with the camp-stool indignantly.

'I entreat you to be quiet, Payne,' said the other. 'May I repeat my question, Sir?'

'Because, Sir,' replied Mr. Winkle, who had had time to deliberate upon his answer, 'because, Sir, you described an intoxicated and ungentlemanly person as wearing a coat which I have the honour, not only to wear but to have invented--the proposed uniform, Sir, of the Pickwick Club in London. The honour of that uniform I feel bound to maintain, and I therefore, without inquiry, accepted the challenge which you offered me.'

'My dear Sir,' said the good-humoured little doctor advancing with extended hand, 'I honour your gallantry. Permit me to say, Sir, that I highly admire your conduct, and extremely regret having caused you the inconvenience of this meeting, to no purpose.'

'I beg you won't mention it, Sir,' said Mr. Winkle.

'I shall feel proud of your acquaintance, Sir,' said the little doctor.

'It will afford me the greatest pleasure to know you, sir,' replied Mr. Winkle. Thereupon the doctor and Mr. Winkle shook hands, and then Mr. Winkle and Lieutenant Tappleton (the doctor's second), and then Mr. Winkle and the man with the camp-stool, and, finally, Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass--the last-named gentleman in an excess of admiration at the noble conduct of his heroic friend.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Não sou eu essa pessoa. Bem o sei.

- Então isso - disse o homem do banquinho - é uma afronta ao Doutor Slammer, e razão suficiente para prosseguirmos imediatamente.

- Faça o favor de calar-se, Payne - disse o padrinho do doutor. - Por que o senhor não me comunicou este fato esta manhã?

- Pois é... pois é - disse o homem do banquinho, indignado.

- Suplico-lhe que se cale, Payne - disse o outro. - Posso repetir minha pergunta, senhor?

- Porque, senhor - replicou o Sr. Winkle, que tivera tempo de deliberar sobre a resposta - , porque, senhor, o senhor descreveu uma pessoa embriagada e pouco cavalheiresca como trajando uma casaca que tenho a honra, não só de vestir, mas de haver inventado - o proposto uniforme, senhor, do Clube Pickwick de Londres. A honra desse uniforme sinto-me obrigado a defender, e por isso, sem indagações, aceitei o desafio que o senhor me ofereceu.

- Meu caro senhor - disse o bem-humorado doutorzinho, avançando de mão estendida - , honro sua galhardia. Permita-me dizer, senhor, que admiro grandemente a sua conduta, e lamento em extremo tê-lo incomodado com este encontro, sem qualquer propósito.

- Peço-lhe que não fale mais nisso, senhor - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- Sentir-me-ei orgulhoso de sua amizade, senhor - disse o pequeno doutor.

- Dar-me-á o maior prazer conhecê-lo, senhor - replicou o Sr. Winkle. Em seguida, o doutor e o Sr. Winkle apertaram-se as mãos, e depois o Sr. Winkle e o Tenente Tappleton (o padrinho do doutor), e depois o Sr. Winkle e o homem do banquinho, e, por fim, o Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Snodgrass - este último num excesso de admiração pela nobre conduta de seu heroico amigo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O tenente Tappleton sugere que deixem o campo.

O médico concorda.

Payne pergunta se Winkle se sente insultado pelo desafio e quer satisfação.

Com grande generosidade, Winkle diz que já está totalmente satisfeito.

Payne então pergunta se Snodgrass se sente insultado por suas observações anteriores e se oferece para lutar com ele imediatamente.

Snodgrass agradece depressa a Payne pela oferta generosa, mas recusa porque está satisfeito com tudo. Os ajudantes guardam as pistolas, e todos partem muito mais alegres do que chegaram.

Enquanto caminham juntos como amigos, o doutor Slammer pergunta por quanto tempo Winkle ficará ali.

Winkle diz que provavelmente partirão depois de amanhã.

O médico convida Winkle e Snodgrass para uma noite agradável em seus aposentos depois do engano constrangedor e pergunta se estão livres naquela noite.

Winkle diz que têm amigos na hospedaria e não querem deixá-los. Convida o médico e seu amigo a se juntarem a eles no Bull.

Original English Version

'I think we may adjourn,' said Lieutenant Tappleton.

'Certainly,' added the doctor.

'Unless,' interposed the man with the camp-stool, 'unless Mr. Winkle feels himself aggrieved by the challenge; in which case, I submit, he has a right to satisfaction.'

Mr. Winkle, with great self-denial, expressed himself quite satisfied already.

'Or possibly,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'the gentleman's second may feel himself affronted with some observations which fell from me at an early period of this meeting; if so, I shall be happy to give him satisfaction immediately.'

Mr. Snodgrass hastily professed himself very much obliged with the handsome offer of the gentleman who had spoken last, which he was only induced to decline by his entire contentment with the whole proceedings. The two seconds adjusted the cases, and the whole party left the ground in a much more lively manner than they had proceeded to it.

'Do you remain long here?' inquired Doctor Slammer of Mr. Winkle, as they walked on most amicably together.

'I think we shall leave here the day after to-morrow,' was the reply.

'I trust I shall have the pleasure of seeing you and your friend at my rooms, and of spending a pleasant evening with you, after this awkward mistake,' said the little doctor; 'are you disengaged this evening?'

'We have some friends here,' replied Mr. Winkle, 'and I should not like to leave them to-night. Perhaps you and your friend will join us at the Bull.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Creio que podemos encerrar - disse o Tenente Tappleton.

- Sem dúvida - acrescentou o doutor.

- A menos - interpôs o homem do banquinho - que o Sr. Winkle se sinta lesado pelo desafio; caso em que, submeto, ele tem direito a satisfação.

O Sr. Winkle, com grande abnegação, declarou-se já inteiramente satisfeito.

- Ou talvez - disse o homem do banquinho - o padrinho do cavalheiro se sinta afrontado com algumas observações que me escaparam no início deste encontro; se assim for, terei o prazer de dar-lhe satisfação imediatamente.

O Sr. Snodgrass apressou-se a declarar-se muito grato pela gentil oferta do cavalheiro que falara por último, a qual só se via levado a declinar por seu inteiro contentamento com todo o ocorrido. Os dois padrinhos ajeitaram os estojos, e o grupo inteiro deixou o terreno de maneira bem mais animada do que a que trouxera até ali.

- O senhor fica muito tempo por aqui? - perguntou o Doutor Slammer ao Sr. Winkle, enquanto caminhavam juntos, do modo mais amigável.

- Creio que partiremos depois de amanhã - foi a resposta.

- Espero ter o prazer de recebê-lo, ao senhor e a seu amigo, em meus aposentos, e de passar uma noite agradável em sua companhia, depois deste embaraçoso engano - disse o pequeno doutor. - O senhor está livre esta noite?

- Temos aqui alguns amigos - replicou o Sr. Winkle - , e não gostaria de deixá-los esta noite. Talvez o senhor e seu amigo queiram reunir-se a nós no Touro.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O médico aceita com prazer e pergunta se dez horas é tarde demais para uma visita curta.

Winkle diz que não é tarde e que terá prazer em apresentá-lo a Pickwick e Tupman.

O doutor Slammer diz que ficará encantado, sem saber quem Tupman realmente é.

Snodgrass pede que o médico prometa que virá.

O médico diz que certamente virá.

Na estrada, trocam despedidas calorosas. O doutor Slammer e seus amigos voltam aos edifícios militares, enquanto Winkle e Snodgrass retornam à hospedaria.

Original English Version

'With great pleasure,' said the little doctor; 'will ten o'clock be too late to look in for half an hour?'

'Oh dear, no,' said Mr. Winkle. 'I shall be most happy to introduce you to my friends, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Tupman.'

'It will give me great pleasure, I am sure,' replied Doctor Slammer, little suspecting who Mr. Tupman was.

'You will be sure to come?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Oh, certainly.'

By this time they had reached the road. Cordial farewells were exchanged, and the party separated. Doctor Slammer and his friends repaired to the barracks, and Mr. Winkle, accompanied by Mr. Snodgrass, returned to their inn.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Com muito prazer - disse o pequeno doutor. - Dez horas seria tarde demais para uma visitinha de meia hora?

- Oh, de modo algum - disse o Sr. Winkle. - Terei o maior prazer em apresentá-lo aos meus amigos, o Sr. Pickwick e o Sr. Tupman.

- Dar-me-á grande prazer, por certo - replicou o Doutor Slammer, mal suspeitando de quem fosse o Sr. Tupman.

- O senhor virá sem falta? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Oh, sem dúvida.

A essa altura, haviam chegado à estrada. Trocaram-se cordiais despedidas, e o grupo se separou. O Doutor Slammer e seus amigos recolheram-se ao quartel, e o Sr. Winkle, acompanhado do Sr. Snodgrass, voltou à estalagem.

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CHAPTER III. A New Acquaintance--the Stroller's Tale--a Disagreeable Interruption, and an Unpleasant Encounter

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick se preocupa porque Winkle e Snodgrass estiveram misteriosamente ausentes durante toda a manhã. Recebe-os com carinho e pergunta o que aconteceu. Antes que Snodgrass explique, percebe Tupman, o companheiro da carruagem do dia anterior e outro homem estranho. O novo homem parece cansado e doente, com rosto amarelado, olhos fundos e brilhantes, cabelo preto bagunçado, lenço verde, casaco preto gasto, calças largas e botas grandes e velhas.

Winkle olha para o homem estranho enquanto Pickwick o apresenta como artista de teatro e amigo do companheiro de carruagem. O homem estava prestes a contar uma história do teatro quando Winkle entrou.

O homem de verde conta em voz baixa a Winkle que o visitante tem muitas histórias e representa papéis sérios. Não é bom ator, sofreu muito e é chamado de Jemmy Sombrio. Winkle e Snodgrass o recebem e se sentam com bebidas.

Pickwick pede que o homem sombrio continue a história que ia contar.

O homem tira do bolso um rolo de papel sujo. Ao ver o caderno de Snodgrass, pergunta com voz vazia se ele é o poeta.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick had felt some apprehensions in consequence of the unusual absence of his two friends, which their mysterious behaviour during the whole morning had by no means tended to diminish. It was, therefore, with more than ordinary pleasure that he rose to greet them when they again entered; and with more than ordinary interest that he inquired what had occurred to detain them from his society. In reply to his questions on this point, Mr. Snodgrass was about to offer an historical account of the circumstances just now detailed, when he was suddenly checked by observing that there were present, not only Mr. Tupman and their stage-coach companion of the preceding day, but another stranger of equally singular appearance. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. His eyes were almost unnaturally bright and piercing; his cheek-bones were high and prominent; and his jaws were so long and lank, that an observer would have supposed that he was drawing the flesh of his face in, for a moment, by some contraction of the muscles, if his half-opened mouth and immovable expression had not announced that it was his ordinary appearance. Round his neck he wore a green shawl, with the large ends straggling over his chest, and making their appearance occasionally beneath the worn button-holes of his old waistcoat. His upper garment was a long black surtout; and below it he wore wide drab trousers, and large boots, running rapidly to seed.

It was on this uncouth-looking person that Mr. Winkle's eye rested, and it was towards him that Mr. Pickwick extended his hand when he said, 'A friend of our friend's here. We discovered this morning that our friend was connected with the theatre in this place, though he is not desirous to have it generally known, and this gentleman is a member of the same profession. He was about to favour us with a little anecdote connected with it, when you entered.'

'Lots of anecdote,' said the green-coated stranger of the day before, advancing to Mr. Winkle and speaking in a low and confidential tone. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table.

'Now sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'will you oblige us by proceeding with what you were going to relate?'

The dismal individual took a dirty roll of paper from his pocket, and turning to Mr. Snodgrass, who had just taken out his note-book, said in a hollow voice, perfectly in keeping with his outward man--'Are you the poet?'

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Pickwick sentira certa apreensão em consequência da inusitada ausência de seus dois amigos, apreensão que o misterioso comportamento deles durante toda a manhã de modo algum contribuíra para diminuir. Foi, pois, com prazer mais que ordinário que se ergueu para saudá-los quando de novo entraram; e com interesse mais que ordinário que indagou o que ocorrera para privá-lo de sua companhia. Em resposta às suas perguntas a esse respeito, o Sr. Snodgrass estava a ponto de oferecer um relato histórico das circunstâncias há pouco pormenorizadas, quando foi subitamente detido ao observar que se achavam presentes não só o Sr. Tupman e o companheiro de diligência do dia anterior, mas também outro forasteiro de aparência igualmente singular. Era um homem de ar consumido, cujo rosto amarelado e olhos fundos se tornavam ainda mais impressionantes do que a Natureza os fizera, pelos cabelos negros e lisos que lhe pendiam, em desalinho emaranhado, até o meio do rosto. Tinha os olhos quase que sobrenaturalmente brilhantes e penetrantes; as maçãs do rosto altas e salientes; e os maxilares tão compridos e magros que um observador o suporia estar contraindo por um instante a carne do rosto, por meio de alguma contração dos músculos, se sua boca entreaberta e sua expressão imóvel não anunciassem ser aquela a sua aparência habitual. Em volta do pescoço usava um xale verde, cujas grandes pontas se espalhavam pelo peito, aparecendo de quando em quando por baixo das gastas casas de botão de seu velho colete. A peça de cima era um comprido sobretudo preto; e por baixo dela usava largas calças pardas e grandes botas em rápida decadência.

Foi nessa figura de aspecto grosseiro que se deteve o olhar do Sr. Winkle, e foi para ela que o Sr. Pickwick estendeu a mão ao dizer: - Um amigo do nosso amigo aqui. Descobrimos esta manhã que o nosso amigo tinha ligações com o teatro deste lugar, embora não deseje que isso se saiba de modo geral, e este cavalheiro é membro da mesma profissão. Ia ele obsequiar-nos com uma pequena anedota a ela relacionada, quando os senhores entraram.

- Anedotas de sobra - disse o forasteiro do casaco verde da véspera, avançando para o Sr. Winkle e falando em tom baixo e confidencial. - Sujeito esquisito... faz os papéis dramáticos... não é ator... homem estranho... toda sorte de misérias... o Jemmy Soturno, é como o chamamos no ramo. - O Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Snodgrass saudaram polidamente o cavalheiro elegantemente designado por 'Jemmy Soturno'; e, pedindo conhaque com água, à imitação do resto da companhia, sentaram-se à mesa.

- E então, senhor - disse o Sr. Pickwick - , quer o senhor obsequiar-nos, prosseguindo com o que ia relatar?

O soturno indivíduo tirou do bolso um rolo de papel encardido e, voltando-se para o Sr. Snodgrass, que acabara de sacar a caderneta, disse, numa voz cava, perfeitamente condizente com seu exterior: - O senhor é o poeta?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Surpreso com a pergunta repentina, Snodgrass diz que escreve um pouco de poesia.

O homem sombrio diz que a poesia dá beleza à vida, assim como a luz e a música melhoram um palco. Sem essas belas ilusões, resta pouca coisa com que valha a pena se importar.

Snodgrass concorda que isso é muito verdadeiro.

O homem diz que ficar diante das luzes do palco é como admirar pessoas ricas em belas roupas. Atrás do palco, trabalhadores esquecidos criam essa beleza e precisam sobreviver ou passar fome conforme a sorte.

Como os olhos fundos do homem sombrio permanecem fixos nele, Snodgrass sente que precisa concordar.

O estranho incentiva Jemmy a continuar a história com clareza e animação.

Pickwick oferece outra bebida antes que ele comece.

O homem triste mistura conhaque com água, bebe metade, abre seus papéis e começa a ler e contar "A história do ator ambulante".

O narrador diz que sua história não é estranha nem mágica. A pobreza e a doença são infelizmente comuns. Ele escreve porque conheceu o homem durante anos e o viu cair passo a passo numa miséria sem esperança.

Original English Version

'I--I do a little in that way,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, rather taken aback by the abruptness of the question.

'Ah! poetry makes life what light and music do the stage--strip the one of the false embellishments, and the other of its illusions, and what is there real in either to live or care for?'

'Very true, Sir,' replied Mr. Snodgrass.

'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.'

'Certainly,' said Mr. Snodgrass: for the sunken eye of the dismal man rested on him, and he felt it necessary to say something.

'Go on, Jemmy,' said the Spanish traveller, 'like black-eyed Susan--all in the Downs--no croaking--speak out--look lively.'

'Will you make another glass before you begin, Sir?' said Mr. Pickwick.

The dismal man took the hint, and having mixed a glass of brandy-and- water, and slowly swallowed half of it, opened the roll of paper and proceeded, partly to read, and partly to relate, the following incident, which we find recorded on the Transactions of the Club as 'The Stroller's Tale.'

'There is nothing of the marvellous in what I am going to relate,' said the dismal man; 'there is nothing even uncommon in it. Want and sickness are too common in many stations of life to deserve more notice than is usually bestowed on the most ordinary vicissitudes of human nature. I have thrown these few notes together, because the subject of them was well known to me for many years. I traced his progress downwards, step by step, until at last he reached that excess of destitution from which he never rose again.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Eu... eu faço um pouquinho nesse gênero - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass, um tanto desconcertado com o brusco da pergunta.

- Ah! A poesia faz pela vida o que a luz e a música fazem pelo palco - despojai a primeira de seus falsos ornatos, e o segundo de suas ilusões, e que há de real em qualquer deles por que viver ou de que cuidar?

- Muito verdadeiro, senhor - replicou o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Estar diante da ribalta - prosseguiu o homem soturno - é como assistir a um grande espetáculo da corte e admirar os trajes de seda da vistosa multidão; estar por trás dela é ser a gente que faz toda essa fantasia, desprezada e ignorada, entregue a afundar ou boiar, a passar fome ou viver, conforme a fortuna o queira.

- Sem dúvida - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, pois o olhar fundo do homem soturno pousava sobre ele, e sentiu ser necessário dizer alguma coisa.

- Vá em frente, Jemmy - disse o viajante da Espanha - , como a Susana dos olhos negros... 'na enseada toda a frota'... nada de lamúrias... desembuche... anime-se.

- Quer o senhor preparar outro copo antes de começar? - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

O homem soturno captou a insinuação e, tendo preparado um copo de conhaque com água e engolido lentamente metade dele, abriu o rolo de papel e passou, em parte a ler, em parte a narrar, o seguinte episódio, que encontramos registrado nos Anais do Clube como 'O Conto do Ator Ambulante.'

- Não há nada de maravilhoso no que vou relatar - disse o homem soturno - ; não há nele sequer nada de incomum. A miséria e a doença são coisas por demais comuns em muitas condições da vida para merecerem mais atenção do que a que em geral se concede às mais ordinárias vicissitudes da natureza humana. Reuni estas poucas notas porque quem delas foi objeto me era bem conhecido havia muitos anos. Acompanhei-lhe a queda, passo a passo, até que enfim atingiu aquele extremo de indigência do qual jamais tornou a erguer-se.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O homem era ator cômico e bebia sempre. Certa vez ganhou bom dinheiro, mas a bebida enfraqueceu seu corpo e destruiu sua carreira. Não resistia aos bares, perdeu todos os empregos e por fim ficou sem comida.

Ele se juntou a trabalhadores pobres que só conseguiam empregos temporários durante grandes espetáculos. Ganhava pouco ajudando em teatros baratos, mas gastava tudo em bebida. Logo até esse trabalho desapareceu, e ele quase morreu de fome.

Depois de um ano, o narrador o encontrou nos bastidores. O doente usava roupa de palhaço, mas seu corpo inchado, pernas finas, rosto pintado, cabeça trêmula e mãos fracas pareciam terríveis. Descreveu seu sofrimento e pediu dinheiro. O narrador lhe deu algumas moedas e depois ouviu a plateia rir quando o palhaço doente caiu no palco.

Algumas noites depois, um menino trouxe um bilhete sujo dizendo que o homem estava perigosamente doente e pedindo uma visita. Depois do espetáculo, o narrador foi à casa dele.

Original English Version

'The man of whom I speak was a low pantomime actor; and, like many people of his class, an habitual drunkard. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. His besetting sin gained so fast upon him, however, that it was found impossible to employ him in the situations in which he really was useful to the theatre. The public- house had a fascination for him which he could not resist. Neglected disease and hopeless poverty were as certain to be his portion as death itself, if he persevered in the same course; yet he did persevere, and the result may be guessed. He could obtain no engagement, and he wanted bread.

'Everybody who is at all acquainted with theatrical matters knows what a host of shabby, poverty-stricken men hang about the stage of a large establishment--not regularly engaged actors, but ballet people, procession men, tumblers, and so forth, who are taken on during the run of a pantomime, or an Easter piece, and are then discharged, until the production of some heavy spectacle occasions a new demand for their services. To this mode of life the man was compelled to resort; and taking the chair every night, at some low theatrical house, at once put him in possession of a few more shillings weekly, and enabled him to gratify his old propensity. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way.

'About this time, and when he had been existing for upwards of a year no one knew how, I had a short engagement at one of the theatres on the Surrey side of the water, and here I saw this man, whom I had lost sight of for some time; for I had been travelling in the provinces, and he had been skulking in the lanes and alleys of London. I was dressed to leave the house, and was crossing the stage on my way out, when he tapped me on the shoulder. Never shall I forget the repulsive sight that met my eye when I turned round. He was dressed for the pantomimes in all the absurdity of a clown's costume. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. I put a few shillings in his hand, and as I turned away I heard the roar of laughter which followed his first tumble on the stage.

'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. I promised to comply, as soon as I could get away; and after the curtain fell, sallied forth on my melancholy errand.

Tradução Integral em Português

- O homem de quem falo era um reles ator de pantomima; e, como muita gente de sua classe, um beberrão inveterado. Em seus melhores dias, antes de se ver enfraquecido pela dissipação e emaciado pela doença, recebera um bom salário, o qual, se tivesse sido cauteloso e prudente, poderia ter continuado a receber por alguns anos - não muitos; porque esses homens ou morrem cedo, ou, forçando de modo desnatural as energias do corpo, perdem prematuramente aquelas forças físicas das quais unicamente podem depender para a subsistência. Seu vício dominante, porém, apoderou-se dele tão depressa que se tornou impossível empregá-lo nos papéis em que era de fato útil ao teatro. A taberna exercia sobre ele um fascínio ao qual não conseguia resistir. A doença negligenciada e a pobreza sem esperança seriam tão certamente o seu quinhão quanto a própria morte, se persistisse no mesmo caminho; contudo, ele persistiu, e o resultado é fácil de adivinhar. Não conseguia contrato algum, e faltava-lhe o pão.

- Todo aquele que tem alguma familiaridade com as coisas do teatro sabe que multidão de homens maltrapilhos e miseráveis rondam o palco de um grande estabelecimento - não atores regularmente contratados, mas gente do balé, figurantes de cortejo, acrobatas e coisas assim, admitidos durante a temporada de uma pantomima ou de uma peça de Páscoa, e depois dispensados, até que a montagem de algum espetáculo grandioso ocasione nova demanda por seus serviços. A esse modo de vida foi o homem forçado a recorrer; e ocupar todas as noites a presidência da mesa em alguma reles casa de espetáculos ao mesmo tempo o punha de posse de alguns xelins a mais por semana e lhe permitia satisfazer a velha propensão. Até esse recurso em breve lhe faltou; suas irregularidades eram grandes demais para lhe permitir ganhar a mísera pitança que assim poderia ter obtido, e viu-se realmente reduzido a um estado que beirava a inanição, arranjando apenas uma ninharia de tempos em tempos, tomada de empréstimo a algum velho companheiro, ou obtendo uma aparição num ou noutro dos mais ordinários teatrinhos; e, quando de fato ganhava alguma coisa, gastava-a à moda antiga.

- Por essa época, e quando ele já vivia havia mais de um ano ninguém sabia como, tive um breve contrato num dos teatros do lado de Surrey do rio, e ali vi esse homem, que eu perdera de vista havia algum tempo; pois eu andara viajando pelas províncias, e ele se escondera pelas vielas e becos de Londres. Eu estava vestido para deixar o teatro e atravessava o palco a caminho da saída, quando ele me tocou no ombro. Nunca esquecerei o espetáculo repulsivo que se me deparou aos olhos quando me voltei. Estava vestido para a pantomima, em toda a extravagância de um traje de palhaço. As figuras espectrais da Dança da Morte, as formas mais medonhas que o mais hábil pintor jamais retratou numa tela, nunca apresentaram aspecto nem pela metade tão pavoroso. O corpo inchado e as pernas mirradas - cuja deformidade se via centuplicada pelo traje fantástico - , os olhos vítreos, contrastando horrivelmente com a espessa tinta branca de que o rosto estava lambuzado; a cabeça grotescamente enfeitada, a tremer de paralisia, e as longas mãos esqueléticas, esfregadas de giz branco - tudo lhe dava uma aparência hedionda e desnatural, da qual descrição alguma poderia dar ideia adequada, e na qual, ainda hoje, estremeço ao pensar. Sua voz era cava e trêmula quando me puxou de lado e, em palavras entrecortadas, enumerou um longo rol de doenças e privações, terminando, como de costume, com um urgente pedido de empréstimo de uma insignificante soma de dinheiro. Pus-lhe alguns xelins na mão e, ao me afastar, ouvi o estrondo de gargalhadas que se seguiu à sua primeira cambalhota no palco.

- Poucas noites depois, um menino pôs-me na mão um sujo pedaço de papel, no qual se rabiscaram a lápis umas poucas palavras, dando a entender que o homem estava perigosamente enfermo e suplicando-me que, terminada a apresentação, fosse vê-lo em sua morada, em certa rua - já não me lembro do nome dela agora - não muito longe do teatro. Prometi atender, assim que pudesse me desvencilhar; e, depois de cair o pano, saí para a minha melancólica missão.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Era uma noite fria, molhada e ventosa. Ruas escuras estavam cheias de água, e muitos lampiões haviam apagado. Depois de alguma dificuldade, ele encontrou o quarto pobre acima de um depósito de carvão.

A esposa infeliz do homem o recebeu e disse que o marido acabara de adormecer. Conduziu-o em silêncio até uma cadeira ao lado da cama, enquanto o doente estava virado para a parede.

O quarto continha uma cama velha, cortinas rasgadas, fogo fraco, mesa quebrada, frascos de remédio e uma criança dormindo no chão. Alguns pratos e objetos antigos de teatro eram quase tudo o que a família possuía.

O narrador observou a respiração pesada e os movimentos febris do homem. A mão do doente tocou a dele, e ele se sentou de repente e ficou olhando.

A esposa explica que o visitante é o Sr. Hutley, a quem ele havia chamado.

O doente tenta se lembrar de Hutley, agarra seu pulso e implora que fique. Teme que a esposa vá assassiná-lo.

Original English Version

'It was late, for I had been playing in the last piece; and, as it was a benefit night, the performances had been protracted to an unusual length. It was a dark, cold night, with a chill, damp wind, which blew the rain heavily against the windows and house-fronts. Pools of water had collected in the narrow and little-frequented streets, and as many of the thinly-scattered oil-lamps had been blown out by the violence of the wind, the walk was not only a comfortless, but most uncertain one. I had fortunately taken the right course, however, and succeeded, after a little difficulty, in finding the house to which I had been directed--a coal-shed, with one storey above it, in the back room of which lay the object of my search.

'A wretched-looking woman, the man's wife, met me on the stairs, and, telling me that he had just fallen into a kind of doze, led me softly in, and placed a chair for me at the bedside. The sick man was lying with his face turned towards the wall; and as he took no heed of my presence, I had leisure to observe the place in which I found myself.

'He was lying on an old bedstead, which turned up during the day. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. A little child was sleeping on a temporary bed which had been made for it on the floor, and the woman sat on a chair by its side. There were a couple of shelves, with a few plates and cups and saucers; and a pair of stage shoes and a couple of foils hung beneath them. With the exception of little heaps of rags and bundles which had been carelessly thrown into the corners of the room, these were the only things in the apartment.

'I had had time to note these little particulars, and to mark the heavy breathing and feverish startings of the sick man, before he was aware of my presence. In the restless attempts to procure some easy resting-place for his head, he tossed his hand out of the bed, and it fell on mine. He started up, and stared eagerly in my face.

'"Mr. Hutley, John," said his wife; "Mr. Hutley, that you sent for to- night, you know."

'"Ah!" said the invalid, passing his hand across his forehead; "Hutley-- Hutley--let me see." He seemed endeavouring to collect his thoughts for a few seconds, and then grasping me tightly by the wrist said, "Don't leave me--don't leave me, old fellow. She'll murder me; I know she will."

Tradução Integral em Português

- Era tarde, pois eu atuara na última peça; e, como era noite de récita em benefício, os espetáculos se haviam prolongado além do comum. Era uma noite escura e fria, com um vento gélido e úmido que atirava a chuva com força contra as vidraças e as fachadas das casas. Poças de água se haviam formado nas ruas estreitas e pouco frequentadas e, como muitos dos raros lampiões de óleo tinham sido apagados pela violência do vento, a caminhada não era apenas desconfortável, mas das mais incertas. Por sorte, porém, eu tomara o rumo certo e consegui, após alguma dificuldade, encontrar a casa a que me haviam encaminhado - um depósito de carvão, com um andar por cima, em cujo quarto dos fundos jazia o objeto de minha busca.

- Uma mulher de aspecto miserável, a esposa do homem, veio ao meu encontro na escada e, dizendo-me que ele acabara de cair numa espécie de sonolência, conduziu-me para dentro com brandura e pôs-me uma cadeira à cabeceira do leito. O enfermo estava deitado com o rosto voltado para a parede; e, como não desse atenção à minha presença, tive vagar para observar o lugar em que me encontrava.

- Estava deitado num velho catre, que de dia se recolhia contra a parede. Os restos esfarrapados de uma cortina de xadrez tinham sido corridos em torno da cabeceira do leito, para barrar o vento, que, no entanto, penetrava no desconfortável quarto pelas numerosas frestas da porta e a fazia bater de um lado para outro a todo instante. Havia um baixo fogo de brasas numa grelha enferrujada e solta; e uma velha mesa manchada, de três cantos, com alguns frascos de remédio, um copo quebrado e uns poucos outros utensílios domésticos, fora puxada para diante dele. Uma criancinha dormia numa cama improvisada que lhe haviam feito no chão, e a mulher achava-se sentada numa cadeira a seu lado. Havia um par de prateleiras, com alguns pratos, xícaras e pires; e um par de sapatos de palco e dois floretes pendiam por baixo delas. À exceção de pequenos montes de trapos e de trouxas atirados sem cuidado aos cantos do quarto, eram essas as únicas coisas no aposento.

- Eu tivera tempo de notar esses pequenos pormenores e de reparar na respiração ofegante e nos sobressaltos febris do enfermo, antes que ele se desse conta de minha presença. Nas inquietas tentativas de arranjar algum apoio cômodo para a cabeça, atirou a mão para fora do leito, e ela caiu sobre a minha. Ele ergueu-se de repente e fitou-me avidamente o rosto.

- O Sr. Hutley, John - disse a esposa - ; o Sr. Hutley, que você mandou chamar esta noite, sabe.

- Ah! - disse o inválido, passando a mão pela testa - ; Hutley... Hutley... deixe-me ver. - Pareceu esforçar-se por alguns segundos para ordenar os pensamentos, e então, agarrando-me com força pelo pulso, disse: - Não me deixe... não me deixe, meu velho. Ela vai me matar; eu sei que vai.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Hutley pergunta à esposa chorando há quanto tempo ele se comporta assim.

Ela diz que começou na noite anterior e pergunta ao marido se ele a reconhece.

O homem implora que Hutley a mantenha longe. Admite que bateu nela, deixou-a e ao filho com fome e agora teme vingança porque está indefeso.

Hutley entende a verdade ao olhar para o corpo pálido e magro da mulher. Pede que ela saia de vista porque sua presença não consegue acalmar o homem.

O doente pergunta com ansiedade se ela foi embora.

Hutley diz que sim e promete que ela não o machucará.

O homem diz que os olhos dela o enchem de um medo terrível. Chama-a de espírito maligno porque nenhuma mulher comum poderia ter sobrevivido à crueldade dele.

Hutley sente-se mal ao imaginar anos de crueldade e abandono. Não consegue oferecer esperança nem conforto ao homem.

Durante duas horas, o paciente se move sem parar e fala sem sentido. Quando fica parcialmente inconsciente, Hutley parte e promete voltar na noite seguinte e permanecer se necessário.

Original English Version

'"Has he been long so?" said I, addressing his weeping wife.

'"Since yesterday night," she replied. "John, John, don't you know me?"

'"Don't let her come near me," said the man, with a shudder, as she stooped over him. "Drive her away; I can't bear her near me." He stared wildly at her, with a look of deadly apprehension, and then whispered in my ear, "I beat her, Jem; I beat her yesterday, and many times before. I have starved her and the boy too; and now I am weak and helpless, Jem, she'll murder me for it; I know she will. If you'd seen her cry, as I have, you'd know it too. Keep her off." He relaxed his grasp, and sank back exhausted on the pillow.

'I knew but too well what all this meant. If I could have entertained any doubt of it, for an instant, one glance at the woman's pale face and wasted form would have sufficiently explained the real state of the case. "You had better stand aside," said I to the poor creature. "You can do him no good. Perhaps he will be calmer, if he does not see you." She retired out of the man's sight. He opened his eyes after a few seconds, and looked anxiously round.

'"Is she gone?" he eagerly inquired.

'"Yes--yes," said I; "she shall not hurt you."

'"I'll tell you what, Jem," said the man, in a low voice, "she does hurt me. There's something in her eyes wakes such a dreadful fear in my heart, that it drives me mad. All last night, her large, staring eyes and pale face were close to mine; wherever I turned, they turned; and whenever I started up from my sleep, she was at the bedside looking at me." He drew me closer to him, as he said in a deep alarmed whisper, "Jem, she must be an evil spirit--a devil! Hush! I know she is. If she had been a woman she would have died long ago. No woman could have borne what she has."

'I sickened at the thought of the long course of cruelty and neglect which must have occurred to produce such an impression on such a man. I could say nothing in reply; for who could offer hope, or consolation, to the abject being before me?

'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. At length he fell into that state of partial unconsciousness, in which the mind wanders uneasily from scene to scene, and from place to place, without the control of reason, but still without being able to divest itself of an indescribable sense of present suffering. Finding from his incoherent wanderings that this was the case, and knowing that in all probability the fever would not grow immediately worse, I left him, promising his miserable wife that I would repeat my visit next evening, and, if necessary, sit up with the patient during the night.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Faz muito tempo que ele está assim? - disse eu, dirigindo-me à esposa em prantos.

- Desde ontem à noite - respondeu ela. - John, John, você não me reconhece?

- Não a deixe chegar perto de mim - disse o homem, com um estremecimento, ao curvar-se ela sobre ele. - Enxote-a; não suporto tê-la perto de mim. - Fitou-a com olhar desvairado, com uma expressão de mortal apreensão, e depois sussurrou-me ao ouvido: - Eu batia nela, Jem; bati nela ontem, e muitas vezes antes. Fiz passar fome a ela e ao menino também; e agora que estou fraco e desamparado, Jem, ela vai me matar por isso; eu sei que vai. Se você a tivesse visto chorar, como eu vi, também saberia. Mantenha-a afastada. - Afrouxou o aperto e recaiu, exausto, sobre o travesseiro.

- Eu sabia bem demais o que tudo aquilo significava. Se por um instante eu pudesse ter alguma dúvida a respeito, um só relance ao rosto pálido e à forma consumida da mulher a teria explicado suficientemente o verdadeiro estado das coisas. - É melhor a senhora afastar-se - disse eu à pobre criatura. - A senhora não pode fazer nada por ele. Talvez ele fique mais calmo, se não a vir. - Ela retirou-se para fora do campo de visão do homem. Ele abriu os olhos após alguns segundos e olhou ansiosamente em redor.

- Ela se foi? - perguntou ele com avidez.

- Sim... sim - disse eu - ; ela não lhe fará mal.

- Vou lhe dizer uma coisa, Jem - disse o homem, em voz baixa - , ela me faz mal, sim. Há algo nos olhos dela que desperta em meu coração um medo tão pavoroso, que me enlouquece. A noite inteira, os grandes olhos fixos e o rosto pálido dela estiveram junto aos meus; para onde quer que eu me virasse, eles se viravam; e sempre que eu despertava sobressaltado do sono, lá estava ela, à cabeceira, a me olhar. - Puxou-me para mais perto de si, ao dizer, num profundo e alarmado sussurro: - Jem, ela só pode ser um espírito maligno... um demônio! Silêncio! Eu sei que é. Se fosse uma mulher, teria morrido há muito tempo. Nenhuma mulher poderia ter suportado o que ela suportou.

- Senti-me enojado ao pensar na longa sucessão de crueldades e de descaso que devia ter ocorrido para produzir tal impressão num tal homem. Nada pude responder; pois quem poderia oferecer esperança, ou consolo, ao ser abjeto que tinha diante de mim?

- Fiquei ali sentado por mais de duas horas, durante as quais ele se agitou, murmurando exclamações de dor ou de impaciência, atirando os braços inquietamente de um lado para outro, e virando-se sem cessar de um lado a outro. Por fim, caiu naquele estado de parcial inconsciência em que a mente vagueia, inquieta, de cena em cena e de lugar em lugar, sem o domínio da razão, mas ainda sem conseguir despojar-se de uma indescritível sensação de sofrimento presente. Percebendo, por seus incoerentes desvarios, que assim era, e sabendo que, com toda a probabilidade, a febre não se agravaria de imediato, deixei-o, prometendo à sua desventurada esposa que repetiria a visita na noite seguinte e, se necessário, velaria o doente durante a noite.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Hutley volta como prometido e encontra uma mudança assustadora. Os olhos do homem brilham, seus lábios estão secos e rachados, a pele queima, e a febre está no pior momento.

Hutley fica sentado durante horas ao lado do moribundo. Vê o corpo fraco que recentemente divertira multidões agora se contorcendo de dor terrível.

Em sua febre, o ator imagina teatros, bares, trabalho e bebida. Acredita que o impedem de atuar, canta velhas canções, representa na cama e pede um copo. Depois imagina túneis escuros, insetos, monstros, ferros quentes e cordas em sua cabeça.

Depois de um ataque violento, ele parece dormir. Então agarra o ombro de Hutley e se senta. A criança assustada corre para ele, mas a mãe a segura. O homem os reconhece, tenta falar e estender a mão, e então cai morto.

Os autores gostariam de registrar a opinião de Pickwick sobre a história, mas uma interrupção infeliz impede isso.

Original English Version

'I kept my promise. The last four-and-twenty hours had produced a frightful alteration. The eyes, though deeply sunk and heavy, shone with a lustre frightful to behold. The lips were parched, and cracked in many places; the hard, dry skin glowed with a burning heat; and there was an almost unearthly air of wild anxiety in the man's face, indicating even more strongly the ravages of the disease. The fever was at its height.

'I took the seat I had occupied the night before, and there I sat for hours, listening to sounds which must strike deep to the heart of the most callous among human beings--the awful ravings of a dying man. From what I had heard of the medical attendant's opinion, I knew there was no hope for him: I was sitting by his death-bed. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man.

'It is a touching thing to hear the mind reverting to the ordinary occupations and pursuits of health, when the body lies before you weak and helpless; but when those occupations are of a character the most strongly opposed to anything we associate with grave and solemn ideas, the impression produced is infinitely more powerful. The theatre and the public-house were the chief themes of the wretched man's wanderings. It was evening, he fancied; he had a part to play that night; it was late, and he must leave home instantly. Why did they hold him, and prevent his going?--he should lose the money--he must go. No! they would not let him. He hid his face in his burning hands, and feebly bemoaned his own weakness, and the cruelty of his persecutors. A short pause, and he shouted out a few doggerel rhymes--the last he had ever learned. He rose in bed, drew up his withered limbs, and rolled about in uncouth positions; he was acting--he was at the theatre. A minute's silence, and he murmured the burden of some roaring song. He had reached the old house at last--how hot the room was. He had been ill, very ill, but he was well now, and happy. Fill up his glass. Who was that, that dashed it from his lips? It was the same persecutor that had followed him before. He fell back upon his pillow and moaned aloud. A short period of oblivion, and he was wandering through a tedious maze of low-arched rooms--so low, sometimes, that he must creep upon his hands and knees to make his way along; it was close and dark, and every way he turned, some obstacle impeded his progress. There were insects, too, hideous crawling things, with eyes that stared upon him, and filled the very air around, glistening horribly amidst the thick darkness of the place. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life.

'At the close of one of these paroxysms, when I had with great difficulty held him down in his bed, he sank into what appeared to be a slumber. Overpowered with watching and exertion, I had closed my eyes for a few minutes, when I felt a violent clutch on my shoulder. I awoke instantly. He had raised himself up, so as to seat himself in bed--a dreadful change had come over his face, but consciousness had returned, for he evidently knew me. The child, who had been long since disturbed by his ravings, rose from its little bed, and ran towards its father, screaming with fright--the mother hastily caught it in her arms, lest he should injure it in the violence of his insanity; but, terrified by the alteration of his features, stood transfixed by the bedside. He grasped my shoulder convulsively, and, striking his breast with the other hand, made a desperate attempt to articulate. It was unavailing; he extended his arm towards them, and made another violent effort. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!'

It would afford us the highest gratification to be enabled to record Mr. Pickwick's opinion of the foregoing anecdote. We have little doubt that we should have been enabled to present it to our readers, but for a most unfortunate occurrence.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Cumpri a promessa. As últimas vinte e quatro horas haviam produzido uma alteração assustadora. Os olhos, embora fundos e pesados, brilhavam com um lustre pavoroso de se ver. Os lábios estavam ressequidos e rachados em muitos pontos; a pele dura e seca ardia num calor abrasador; e havia no rosto do homem um ar de selvagem ansiedade, quase sobre-humano, que indicava com ainda mais força os estragos da doença. A febre atingira o auge.

- Tomei o assento que ocupara na noite anterior, e ali fiquei sentado por horas, escutando sons que hão de calar fundo no coração do mais insensível dentre os seres humanos - os terríveis delírios de um moribundo. Pelo que ouvira da opinião do médico assistente, eu sabia que não havia esperança para ele: eu estava sentado junto ao seu leito de morte. Via os membros consumidos - que poucas horas antes se haviam contorcido para o divertimento de uma plateia turbulenta - retorcerem-se sob as torturas de uma febre ardente - ouvia a risada estridente do palhaço a mesclar-se com os murmúrios débeis do moribundo.

- É comovente ouvir a mente voltar às ocupações e afazeres ordinários da saúde, quando o corpo jaz diante de nós fraco e desamparado; mas, quando essas ocupações são de índole a mais fortemente oposta a tudo o que associamos a ideias graves e solenes, a impressão produzida é infinitamente mais poderosa. O teatro e a taberna eram os temas principais dos desvarios do desventurado. Era noite, imaginava ele; tinha um papel a representar naquela noite; era tarde, e precisava sair de casa imediatamente. Por que o retinham e o impediam de irá... Ele perderia o dinheiro... precisava ir. Não! Não o deixavam. Escondeu o rosto nas mãos ardentes e lamentou debilmente a própria fraqueza e a crueldade de seus perseguidores. Uma breve pausa, e gritou umas poucas rimas grotescas - as últimas que aprendera na vida. Ergueu-se no leito, encolheu os membros ressequidos e rolou de um lado para outro em posições grotescas; estava representando... estava no teatro. Um minuto de silêncio, e murmurou o estribilho de alguma canção estrondosa. Chegara enfim à velha casa... como estava quente o quarto. Estivera doente, muito doente, mas agora estava bem, e feliz. Encham-lhe o copo. Quem foi aquele que lho arrancou dos lábios? Era o mesmo perseguidor que o seguira antes. Recaiu sobre o travesseiro e gemeu alto. Um breve período de esquecimento, e vagava por um tedioso labirinto de salas de tetos baixos e abobadados - tão baixos, às vezes, que precisava arrastar-se de gatinhas para abrir caminho; era abafado e escuro, e para onde quer que se voltasse, algum obstáculo lhe impedia a passagem. Havia também insetos, hediondas criaturas rastejantes, com olhos que o fitavam e enchiam o próprio ar em redor, reluzindo horrivelmente em meio à espessa treva do lugar. As paredes e o teto fervilhavam de répteis... a abóbada dilatava-se a um tamanho enorme... figuras medonhas esvoaçavam de um lado para outro... e os rostos de homens que ele conhecia, tornados hediondos por escárnios e caretas, espreitavam por entre elas; queimavam-no com ferros em brasa e apertavam-lhe a cabeça com cordas até jorrar sangue; e ele lutava desvairadamente pela vida.

- Ao fim de um desses paroxismos, quando eu, com grande dificuldade, o mantivera preso à cama, ele caiu no que parecia ser um sono. Vencido pela vigília e pelo esforço, eu fechara os olhos por alguns minutos, quando senti uma violenta garra em meu ombro. Despertei instantaneamente. Ele se erguera, de modo a sentar-se no leito - uma horrível mudança lhe transtornara o rosto, mas a consciência voltara, pois evidentemente me reconhecia. A criança, que havia muito fora perturbada por seus delírios, ergueu-se de sua caminha e correu para o pai, gritando de pavor - a mãe apressou-se a tomá-la nos braços, temendo que ele a ferisse na violência de sua loucura; mas, aterrorizada pela alteração das feições dele, ficou paralisada à cabeceira do leito. Ele agarrou-me convulsivamente o ombro e, batendo no peito com a outra mão, fez um desesperado esforço para articular. Foi em vão; estendeu o braço em direção a elas e fez novo esforço violento. Houve um ruído de estertor na garganta - um clarão do olhar - um breve gemido abafado - e ele recaiu... morto!

Dar-nos-ia a mais alta satisfação poder registrar a opinião do Sr. Pickwick sobre a anedota precedente. Temos pouca dúvida de que teríamos podido apresentá-la aos nossos leitores, não fosse uma ocorrência das mais infelizes.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick coloca o copo na mesa e abre a boca para falar no momento em que o garçom entra.

O garçom anuncia alguns cavalheiros.

Pickwick talvez estivesse prestes a dizer algo importante. Olha com raiva para o garçom e depois para os outros, buscando informações.

Winkle diz que os visitantes são oficiais simpáticos que conheceu em circunstâncias estranhas naquela manhã. Pede que o garçom os faça entrar.

Pickwick volta a ficar calmo quando o garçom traz três cavalheiros.

Winkle começa a apresentar o tenente Tappleton, o doutor Payne e o doutor Slammer a Pickwick e aos outros.

Winkle para de repente porque Tupman e o doutor Slammer demonstram forte emoção.

O médico diz que já encontrou Tupman antes.

Winkle demonstra surpresa.

Slammer também reconhece o estranho e diz que o homem recusou seu convite urgente na noite anterior. Olha para ele com raiva e sussurra para Tappleton.

Tappleton reage com surpresa depois de ouvir a história.

O doutor Slammer confirma que é verdade.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick had replaced on the table the glass which, during the last few sentences of the tale, he had retained in his hand; and had just made up his mind to speak--indeed, we have the authority of Mr. Snodgrass's note-book for stating, that he had actually opened his mouth--when the waiter entered the room, and said--

'Some gentlemen, Sir.'

It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers.

'Oh!' said Mr. Winkle, rising, 'some friends of mine--show them in. Very pleasant fellows,' added Mr. Winkle, after the waiter had retired-- 'officers of the 97th, whose acquaintance I made rather oddly this morning. You will like them very much.'

Mr. Pickwick's equanimity was at once restored. The waiter returned, and ushered three gentlemen into the room.

'Lieutenant Tappleton,' said Mr. Winkle, 'Lieutenant Tappleton, Mr. Pickwick--Doctor Payne, Mr. Pickwick--Mr. Snodgrass you have seen before, my friend Mr. Tupman, Doctor Payne--Doctor Slammer, Mr. Pickwick--Mr. Tupman, Doctor Slam--'

Here Mr. Winkle suddenly paused; for strong emotion was visible on the countenance both of Mr. Tupman and the doctor.

'I have met _this_ gentleman before,' said the Doctor, with marked emphasis.

'Indeed!' said Mr. Winkle.

'And--and that person, too, if I am not mistaken,' said the doctor, bestowing a scrutinising glance on the green-coated stranger. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton.

'You don't say so,' said that gentleman, at the conclusion of the whisper.

'I do, indeed,' replied Doctor Slammer.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Pickwick recolocara sobre a mesa o copo que, durante as últimas frases do conto, retivera na mão; e acabara de decidir-se a falar - na verdade, temos a autoridade da caderneta do Sr. Snodgrass para afirmar que ele chegara realmente a abrir a boca - quando o garçom entrou na sala e disse: -

- Uns cavalheiros, senhor.

Conjeturou-se que o Sr. Pickwick estava a ponto de proferir algumas observações que teriam esclarecido o mundo, se não o Tâmisa, quando foi assim interrompido; pois lançou um olhar severo ao semblante do garçom, e depois correu os olhos pela assistência em geral, como que em busca de informações relativas aos recém-chegados.

- Oh! - disse o Sr. Winkle, levantando-se - , uns amigos meus... mande-os entrar. Sujeitos muito agradáveis - acrescentou o Sr. Winkle, depois que o garçom se retirou - , oficiais do 97.º, que conheci de modo um tanto esquisito esta manhã. Os senhores vão gostar muito deles.

A equanimidade do Sr. Pickwick foi imediatamente restaurada. O garçom voltou e introduziu três cavalheiros na sala.

- O Tenente Tappleton - disse o Sr. Winkle. - O Tenente Tappleton, o Sr. Pickwick... o Doutor Payne, o Sr. Pickwick... o Sr. Snodgrass os senhores já viram antes; meu amigo, o Sr. Tupman, o Doutor Payne... o Doutor Slammer, o Sr. Pickwick... o Sr. Tupman, o Doutor Slam...

Aqui o Sr. Winkle parou de súbito; pois forte emoção era visível no semblante tanto do Sr. Tupman quanto do doutor.

- Já encontrei este cavalheiro antes - disse o doutor, com acentuada ênfase.

- Deveras! - disse o Sr. Winkle.

- E... e aquela pessoa também, se não me engano - disse o doutor, lançando um olhar perscrutador ao forasteiro do casaco verde. - Creio que fiz àquela pessoa um convite muito insistente ontem à noite, que ela achou por bem recusar. - Dizendo o que, o doutor franziu magnanimamente o cenho para o forasteiro e cochichou ao seu amigo, o Tenente Tappleton.

- Não me diga - disse esse cavalheiro, ao fim do cochicho.

- Digo, sim - replicou o Doutor Slammer.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O doutor Payne diz com seriedade que Slammer deve chutar o estranho imediatamente.

Tappleton manda Payne se calar e pergunta ao confuso Pickwick se o estranho pertence ao grupo.

Pickwick diz que não e explica que o homem é apenas hóspede deles.

Tappleton pergunta se o estranho pertence ao Clube Pickwick.

Pickwick afirma com firmeza que não.

Tappleton pergunta se o estranho usa o botão do clube.

O espantado Pickwick diz que nunca.

Tappleton começa a duvidar da memória de Slammer. Slammer parece zangado e confuso, enquanto Payne encara o inocente Pickwick com ferocidade.

Slammer pergunta de repente a Tupman se ele compareceu ao baile na noite anterior.

Tupman responde que sim em voz fraca enquanto olha para Pickwick.

O médico aponta para o estranho e diz que ele era o companheiro de Tupman.

Tupman admite.

Slammer exige novamente o cartão do estranho. Caso contrário, ameaça puni-lo fisicamente diante de todos.

Pickwick os interrompe e exige uma explicação. Ordena que Tupman conte a história.

Original English Version

'You are bound to kick him on the spot,' murmured the owner of the camp- stool, with great importance.

'Do be quiet, Payne,' interposed the lieutenant. 'Will you allow me to ask you, sir,' he said, addressing Mr. Pickwick, who was considerably mystified by this very unpolite by-play--'will you allow me to ask you, Sir, whether that person belongs to your party?'

'No, Sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'he is a guest of ours.'

'He is a member of your club, or I am mistaken?' said the lieutenant inquiringly.

'Certainly not,' responded Mr. Pickwick.

'And never wears your club-button?' said the lieutenant.

'No--never!' replied the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

Lieutenant Tappleton turned round to his friend Doctor Slammer, with a scarcely perceptible shrug of the shoulder, as if implying some doubt of the accuracy of his recollection. The little doctor looked wrathful, but confounded; and Mr. Payne gazed with a ferocious aspect on the beaming countenance of the unconscious Pickwick.

'Sir,' said the doctor, suddenly addressing Mr. Tupman, in a tone which made that gentleman start as perceptibly as if a pin had been cunningly inserted in the calf of his leg, 'you were at the ball here last night!'

Mr. Tupman gasped a faint affirmative, looking very hard at Mr. Pickwick all the while.

'That person was your companion,' said the doctor, pointing to the still unmoved stranger.

Mr. Tupman admitted the fact.

'Now, sir,' said the doctor to the stranger, 'I ask you once again, in the presence of these gentlemen, whether you choose to give me your card, and to receive the treatment of a gentleman; or whether you impose upon me the necessity of personally chastising you on the spot?'

'Stay, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'I really cannot allow this matter to go any further without some explanation. Tupman, recount the circumstances.'

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- O senhor está obrigado a escorraçá-lo aos pontapés aqui mesmo - murmurou o dono do banquinho de campanha, com grande empáfia.

- Faça o favor de calar-se, Payne - interpôs o tenente. - Permite-me perguntar-lhe, senhor - disse ele, dirigindo-se ao Sr. Pickwick, que se via consideravelmente intrigado com aquela troca de apartes tão pouco polida - , permite-me perguntar-lhe, senhor, se aquela pessoa pertence ao seu grupo?

- Não, senhor - replicou o Sr. Pickwick - , ele é nosso convidado.

- Ele é membro do seu clube, ou muito me engano? - disse o tenente, em tom interrogativo.

- Certamente não - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick.

- E nunca usa o botão do seu clube? - disse o tenente.

- Não... nunca! - replicou o assombrado Sr. Pickwick.

O Tenente Tappleton voltou-se para o seu amigo, o Doutor Slammer, com um encolher de ombros quase imperceptível, como que a insinuar alguma dúvida quanto à exatidão de sua lembrança. O pequeno doutor tinha o ar iracundo, mas atônito; e o Sr. Payne fitava, com aspecto feroz, o radiante semblante do desprevenido Pickwick.

- Senhor - disse o doutor, dirigindo-se de repente ao Sr. Tupman, num tom que fez esse cavalheiro sobressaltar-se de modo tão perceptível como se um alfinete lhe tivesse sido matreiramente enfiado na barriga da perna - , o senhor esteve no baile aqui ontem à noite!

O Sr. Tupman balbuciou uma fraca afirmativa, olhando o tempo todo fixamente para o Sr. Pickwick.

- Aquela pessoa era o seu companheiro - disse o doutor, apontando para o forasteiro, ainda impassível.

O Sr. Tupman admitiu o fato.

- Pois bem, senhor - disse o doutor ao forasteiro - , pergunto-lhe mais uma vez, na presença destes cavalheiros, se o senhor deseja dar-me o seu cartão e receber o tratamento devido a um cavalheiro; ou se me impõe a necessidade de castigá-lo pessoalmente aqui mesmo?

- Alto lá, senhor - disse o Sr. Pickwick - , realmente não posso permitir que este assunto vá mais adiante sem alguma explicação. Tupman, relate as circunstâncias.

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Tupman admite brevemente que emprestou o casaco de Winkle depois do jantar e demonstra algum arrependimento. Depois deixa que o estranho se defenda.

Antes que o estranho consiga falar, Tappleton olha com atenção e pergunta se já o viu no teatro.

O estranho responde calmamente que sim.

Tappleton diz que o estranho é um ator ambulante numa peça apresentada por outro regimento. Diz a Slammer que um cavalheiro não pode continuar um duelo com tal homem.

O doutor Payne concorda totalmente.

Tappleton pede desculpas a Pickwick pela situação, mas aconselha que escolha seus companheiros com mais cuidado. Depois sai depressa.

O irritado Payne diz que teria puxado o nariz de Pickwick e de todos os outros homens presentes. Declara o próprio nome em voz alta e segue os amigos. Slammer parte depois de lançar um olhar terrível a todos.

Pickwick fica cheio de raiva e confusão. Quando a porta se fecha, corre atrás de Payne, mas Snodgrass agarra seu casaco e o puxa para trás.

Original English Version

Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could.

He was apparently about to proceed to do so, when Lieutenant Tappleton, who had been eyeing him with great curiosity, said with considerable scorn, 'Haven't I seen you at the theatre, Sir?'

'Certainly,' replied the unabashed stranger.

'He is a strolling actor!' said the lieutenant contemptuously, turning to Doctor Slammer.--'He acts in the piece that the officers of the 52nd get up at the Rochester Theatre to-morrow night. You cannot proceed in this affair, Slammer--impossible!'

'Quite!' said the dignified Payne.

'Sorry to have placed you in this disagreeable situation,' said Lieutenant Tappleton, addressing Mr. Pickwick; 'allow me to suggest, that the best way of avoiding a recurrence of such scenes in future will be to be more select in the choice of your companions. Good-evening, Sir!' and the lieutenant bounced out of the room.

'And allow me to say, Sir,' said the irascible Doctor Payne, 'that if I had been Tappleton, or if I had been Slammer, I would have pulled your nose, Sir, and the nose of every man in this company. I would, sir-- every man. Payne is my name, sir--Doctor Payne of the 43rd. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look.

Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. He stood transfixed to the spot, gazing on vacancy. The closing of the door recalled him to himself. He rushed forward with fury in his looks, and fire in his eye. His hand was upon the lock of the door; in another instant it would have been on the throat of Doctor Payne of the 43rd, had not Mr. Snodgrass seized his revered leader by the coat tail, and dragged him backwards.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Tupman, assim solenemente conjurado, expôs o caso em poucas palavras; tocou de leve no empréstimo da casaca; alongou-se largamente sobre o fato de tudo ter ocorrido 'depois do jantar'; rematou com uma pequena penitência da própria lavra; e deixou que o forasteiro se justificasse como melhor pudesse.

Ele estava, ao que parecia, prestes a fazê-lo, quando o Tenente Tappleton, que o vinha observando com grande curiosidade, disse, com considerável desdém: - Não o vi eu no teatro, senhor?

- Sem dúvida - replicou o forasteiro, sem se acanhar.

- É um ator ambulante! - disse o tenente com desprezo, voltando-se para o Doutor Slammer. - Atua na peça que os oficiais do 52.º montam no Teatro de Rochester amanhã à noite. O senhor não pode prosseguir neste caso, Slammer... impossível!

- De todo! - disse o digno Payne.

- Lamento tê-lo colocado nesta desagradável situação - disse o Tenente Tappleton, dirigindo-se ao Sr. Pickwick. - Permita-me sugerir que a melhor maneira de evitar a repetição de tais cenas no futuro será o senhor mostrar-se mais seletivo na escolha de seus companheiros. Boa-noite, senhor! - E o tenente saiu da sala de roldão.

- E permita-me dizer, senhor - disse o irascível Doutor Payne - , que, se eu fosse Tappleton, ou se eu fosse Slammer, eu lhe teria puxado o nariz, senhor, e o nariz de todos os homens desta companhia. Sim, senhor... de cada um deles. Payne é o meu nome, senhor... Doutor Payne, do 43.º. Boa-noite, senhor. - Tendo concluído esse discurso, e proferido as três últimas palavras em tom estridente, saiu majestosamente atrás do amigo, seguido de perto pelo Doutor Slammer, que nada disse, mas se contentou em fulminar a companhia com um olhar.

A cólera crescente e o extremo aturdimento haviam inchado o nobre peito do Sr. Pickwick, quase a ponto de rebentar-lhe o colete, durante a enunciação do desafio acima. Ficou pregado ao chão, fitando o vazio. O bater da porta trouxe-o a si. Precipitou-se para a frente, com fúria no semblante e fogo no olhar. Tinha já a mão na fechadura da porta; num instante mais, estaria na garganta do Doutor Payne, do 43.º, não tivesse o Sr. Snodgrass agarrado seu venerado líder pela aba do casaco e o arrastado para trás.

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Snodgrass pede ajuda e diz que Pickwick não deve arriscar sua importante vida por esse assunto.

Pickwick exige ser solto.

Snodgrass manda todos segurá-lo com força, e juntos obrigam Pickwick a sentar numa cadeira.

O estranho recomenda conhaque com água para o velho cavalheiro corajoso. Depois de provar a bebida, coloca o copo na boca de Pickwick.

Depois de uma breve pausa, a bebida acalma Pickwick e sua expressão amistosa retorna.

O contador de histórias triste diz que os oficiais não merecem a atenção de Pickwick.

Pickwick concorda e sente vergonha de sua raiva. Convida o homem a se juntar a eles à mesa.

Todos formam um círculo outra vez, e a paz retorna. Winkle continua um pouco irritado com o casaco emprestado, mas a noite termina tão alegre quanto começou.

Original English Version

'Restrain him,' cried Mr. Snodgrass; 'Winkle, Tupman--he must not peril his distinguished life in such a cause as this.'

'Let me go,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Hold him tight,' shouted Mr. Snodgrass; and by the united efforts of the whole company, Mr. Pickwick was forced into an arm-chair.

'Leave him alone,' said the green-coated stranger; 'brandy-and-water-- jolly old gentleman--lots of pluck--swallow this--ah!--capital stuff.' Having previously tested the virtues of a bumper, which had been mixed by the dismal man, the stranger applied the glass to Mr. Pickwick's mouth; and the remainder of its contents rapidly disappeared.

There was a short pause; the brandy-and-water had done its work; the amiable countenance of Mr. Pickwick was fast recovering its customary expression.

'They are not worth your notice,' said the dismal man.

'You are right, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'they are not. I am ashamed to have been betrayed into this warmth of feeling. Draw your chair up to the table, Sir.'

The dismal man readily complied; a circle was again formed round the table, and harmony once more prevailed. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. With this exception, their good-humour was completely restored; and the evening concluded with the conviviality with which it had begun.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Segurem-no - bradou o Sr. Snodgrass. - Winkle, Tupman... ele não deve arriscar sua ilustre vida numa causa como esta.

- Soltem-me - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Segurem-no com firmeza - gritou o Sr. Snodgrass; e, pelos esforços conjuntos de toda a companhia, o Sr. Pickwick foi forçado a sentar-se numa poltrona.

- Deixem-no em paz - disse o forasteiro do casaco verde. - Conhaque com água... simpático velho cavalheiro... um poço de coragem... engula isto... ah!... coisa excelente. - Tendo antes testado as virtudes de um copo cheio até a borda, preparado pelo homem soturno, o forasteiro aplicou o copo à boca do Sr. Pickwick; e o resto de seu conteúdo desapareceu rapidamente.

Houve uma breve pausa; o conhaque com água fizera o seu efeito; o amável semblante do Sr. Pickwick recuperava depressa a sua expressão de costume.

- Não merecem a sua atenção - disse o homem soturno.

- O senhor tem razão - replicou o Sr. Pickwick - , não merecem. Envergonho-me de me ter deixado arrastar a este arroubo de emoção. Chegue a sua cadeira para a mesa, senhor.

O homem soturno prontamente obedeceu; formou-se de novo um círculo em torno da mesa, e a harmonia mais uma vez prevaleceu. Certa irritação persistente pareceu encontrar pouso no peito do Sr. Winkle, ocasionada possivelmente pela temporária subtração de sua casaca - embora dificilmente seja razoável supor que circunstância tão insignificante possa ter despertado sequer um passageiro sentimento de cólera no peito de um Pickwickiano. Com essa exceção, o bom humor deles ficou completamente restaurado; e a noite terminou com a mesma jovialidade com que começara.

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CHAPTER IV. A Field Day and Bivouac--more New Friends--an Invitation to the Country

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Os editores admitem abertamente que os registros de outras pessoas fornecem suas informações. Eles apenas organizam e contam os fatos com clareza aos leitores que desejam conhecimento pickwickiano.

Com esse espírito, dizem que o caderno de Snodgrass fornece os detalhes deste capítulo e do próximo.

Bem cedo na manhã seguinte, Rochester e as cidades próximas estão cheias de animação. O exército realizará uma grande revista com vários regimentos, defesas temporárias, um ataque e uma explosão.

Pickwick admira muito o exército, e o evento agrada a todos os amigos. Logo caminham em direção ao campo com multidões de outras pessoas.

O campo parece importante e movimentado. Guardas protegem espaços, criados reservam lugares, oficiais correm por toda parte, e o coronel Bulder cavalga gritando sem motivo claro. Até os soldados comuns parecem sérios e misteriosos.

Pickwick, Winkle e Snodgrass esperam na frente da multidão durante duas horas desconfortáveis. As pessoas os empurram, pisam em seus pés, derrubam chapéus e fazem piadas grosseiras. Tupman desapareceu misteriosamente.

Original English Version

Many authors entertain, not only a foolish, but a really dishonest objection to acknowledge the sources whence they derive much valuable information. We have no such feeling. We are merely endeavouring to discharge, in an upright manner, the responsible duties of our editorial functions; and whatever ambition we might have felt under other circumstances to lay claim to the authorship of these adventures, a regard for truth forbids us to do more than claim the merit of their judicious arrangement and impartial narration. The Pickwick papers are our New River Head; and we may be compared to the New River Company. The labours of others have raised for us an immense reservoir of important facts. We merely lay them on, and communicate them, in a clear and gentle stream, through the medium of these pages, to a world thirsting for Pickwickian knowledge.

Acting in this spirit, and resolutely proceeding on our determination to avow our obligations to the authorities we have consulted, we frankly say, that to the note-book of Mr. Snodgrass are we indebted for the particulars recorded in this and the succeeding chapter--particulars which, now that we have disburdened our consciences, we shall proceed to detail without further comment.

The whole population of Rochester and the adjoining towns rose from their beds at an early hour of the following morning, in a state of the utmost bustle and excitement. A grand review was to take place upon the lines. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung.

Mr. Pickwick was, as our readers may have gathered from the slight extract we gave from his description of Chatham, an enthusiastic admirer of the army. Nothing could have been more delightful to him--nothing could have harmonised so well with the peculiar feeling of each of his companions--as this sight. Accordingly they were soon afoot, and walking in the direction of the scene of action, towards which crowds of people were already pouring from a variety of quarters.

The appearance of everything on the lines denoted that the approaching ceremony was one of the utmost grandeur and importance. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Officers were running backwards and forwards, first communicating with Colonel Bulder, and then ordering the sergeants, and then running away altogether; and even the very privates themselves looked from behind their glazed stocks with an air of mysterious solemnity, which sufficiently bespoke the special nature of the occasion.

Mr. Pickwick and his three companions stationed themselves in the front of the crowd, and patiently awaited the commencement of the proceedings. The throng was increasing every moment; and the efforts they were compelled to make, to retain the position they had gained, sufficiently occupied their attention during the two hours that ensued. At one time there was a sudden pressure from behind, and then Mr. Pickwick was jerked forward for several yards, with a degree of speed and elasticity highly inconsistent with the general gravity of his demeanour; at another moment there was a request to 'keep back' from the front, and then the butt-end of a musket was either dropped upon Mr. Pickwick's toe, to remind him of the demand, or thrust into his chest, to insure its being complied with. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. These, and other practical witticisms, coupled with the unaccountable absence of Mr. Tupman (who had suddenly disappeared, and was nowhere to be found), rendered their situation upon the whole rather more uncomfortable than pleasing or desirable.

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Muitos autores nutrem uma objeção não só tola, mas realmente desonesta, a reconhecer as fontes de que extraem muita informação valiosa. Nós não temos tal sentimento. Limitamo-nos a procurar desempenhar, de maneira reta, os responsáveis deveres de nossas funções editoriais; e, por maior que fosse a ambição que, em outras circunstâncias, pudéssemos sentir de reivindicar a autoria destas aventuras, o respeito pela verdade proíbe-nos de fazer mais do que reclamar o mérito de sua judiciosa disposição e imparcial narração. Os documentos Pickwick são a nossa Nascente do Novo Rio; e podemos ser comparados à Companhia do Novo Rio. Os labores alheios ergueram para nós um imenso reservatório de fatos importantes. Nós apenas os canalizamos e os comunicamos, num regato claro e brando, por meio destas páginas, a um mundo sedento de conhecimento pickwickiano.

Agindo nesse espírito, e prosseguindo resolutamente em nossa determinação de confessar as obrigações que temos para com as autoridades que consultamos, dizemos francamente que é à caderneta do Sr. Snodgrass que devemos os pormenores registrados neste capítulo e no seguinte - pormenores que, agora que desafogamos a consciência, passaremos a detalhar sem mais comentários.

Toda a população de Rochester e das cidades vizinhas ergueu-se do leito a uma hora bem matinal na manhã seguinte, em estado do mais completo alvoroço e agitação. Uma grande revista militar ia realizar-se nas linhas de fortificação. As manobras de meia dúzia de regimentos seriam inspecionadas pelo olhar de águia do comandante em chefe; fortificações temporárias tinham sido erguidas, a cidadela seria atacada e tomada, e uma mina seria detonada.

O Sr. Pickwick era, como os nossos leitores talvez hajam depreendido do breve excerto que demos de sua descrição de Chatham, um admirador entusiástico do exército. Nada poderia ter-lhe sido mais deleitoso - nada poderia ter-se harmonizado tão bem com o sentimento peculiar de cada um de seus companheiros - do que aquele espetáculo. Puseram-se, pois, logo a caminho, andando na direção do cenário da ação, para o qual multidões de pessoas já afluíam de uma variedade de pontos.

O aspecto de tudo nas linhas denotava que a cerimônia iminente era da mais alta grandeza e importância. Havia sentinelas postadas para manter o terreno livre para as tropas, e criados nas baterias a guardar lugares para as damas, e sargentos a correr de um lado para outro, com livros encadernados em velino debaixo do braço, e o Coronel Bulder, em pleno uniforme militar, a cavalo, galopando ora para um lugar, ora para outro, e fazendo o cavalo recuar por entre o povo, e a curvetear, e a empinar, e a gritar da maneira mais alarmante, e a ficar muito rouco de voz e muito vermelho de rosto, sem causa ou razão alguma que se pudesse atribuir. Oficiais corriam de um lado para outro, ora comunicando-se com o Coronel Bulder, ora dando ordens aos sargentos, ora saindo em disparada; e até os próprios soldados rasos olhavam por trás de suas engomadas golas envernizadas com um ar de misteriosa solenidade, que sobejamente denunciava a natureza especial da ocasião.

O Sr. Pickwick e seus três companheiros postaram-se na frente da multidão e aguardaram pacientemente o começo dos trabalhos. A turba aumentava a cada instante; e os esforços que se viram forçados a fazer para conservar a posição que tinham conquistado ocuparam-lhes suficientemente a atenção durante as duas horas que se seguiram. Ora havia um súbito empurrão vindo de trás, e então o Sr. Pickwick era arremessado para diante por vários metros, com um grau de velocidade e elasticidade sumamente incompatível com a gravidade geral de seu porte; ora vinha da frente um pedido de 'recuar', e então a coronha de um mosquete ou lhe caía sobre o dedo do pé, para lembrar-lhe a exigência, ou lhe era espetada no peito, para garantir seu cumprimento. Depois, uns cavalheiros gracejadores à esquerda, após comprimirem-se todos de lado e espremerem o Sr. Snodgrass até o derradeiro extremo da tortura humana, queriam saber 'pra onde é que ele tava se empurrando'; e, quando o Sr. Winkle acabava de exprimir sua excessiva indignação ao presenciar tão gratuito assalto, alguém por trás enfiava-lhe o chapéu até os olhos e lhe pedia o favor de meter a cabeça no bolso. Esses e outros gracejos práticos, aliados à inexplicável ausência do Sr. Tupman (que desaparecera de repente e não se achava em parte alguma), tornaram-lhes a situação, no geral, mais desconfortável do que agradável ou desejável.

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Um rugido anuncia a chegada do exército. Bandeiras aparecem, armas brilham, e soldados formam longas filas. Bandas tocam, cavalos saltam, cães latem, e a multidão grita enquanto milhares de soldados de casaco vermelho permanecem imóveis.

Pickwick esteve ocupado evitando cavalos e pessoas que caíam. Quando finalmente fica firme e vê toda a cena, fica encantado.

Ele pergunta a Winkle se algo poderia ser mais belo.

Winkle diz que nada poderia, embora dois homens baixos estivessem pisando em seus pés.

Snodgrass elogia poeticamente os soldados corajosos diante dos cidadãos pacíficos, com expressões gentis e inteligentes.

Pickwick gosta do elogio, mas os olhos dos soldados mostram pouca inteligência porque receberam ordem de olhar para a frente sem expressão.

Pickwick olha ao redor e diz que agora têm uma excelente posição. A multidão próxima se afastou.

Snodgrass e Winkle concordam que é excelente.

Pickwick ajusta os óculos e pergunta o que os soldados estão fazendo.

Empalidecendo, Winkle diz que acha que vão atirar.

Original English Version

At length that low roar of many voices ran through the crowd which usually announces the arrival of whatever they have been waiting for. All eyes were turned in the direction of the sally-port. A few moments of eager expectation, and colours were seen fluttering gaily in the air, arms glistened brightly in the sun, column after column poured on to the plain. The troops halted and formed; the word of command rang through the line; there was a general clash of muskets as arms were presented; and the commander-in-chief, attended by Colonel Bulder and numerous officers, cantered to the front. The military bands struck up altogether; the horses stood upon two legs each, cantered backwards, and whisked their tails about in all directions; the dogs barked, the mob screamed, the troops recovered, and nothing was to be seen on either side, as far as the eye could reach, but a long perspective of red coats and white trousers, fixed and motionless.

Mr. Pickwick had been so fully occupied in falling about, and disentangling himself, miraculously, from between the legs of horses, that he had not enjoyed sufficient leisure to observe the scene before him, until it assumed the appearance we have just described. When he was at last enabled to stand firmly on his legs, his gratification and delight were unbounded.

'Can anything be finer or more delightful?' he inquired of Mr. Winkle.

'Nothing,' replied that gentleman, who had had a short man standing on each of his feet for the quarter of an hour immediately preceding.

'It is indeed a noble and a brilliant sight,' said Mr. Snodgrass, in whose bosom a blaze of poetry was rapidly bursting forth, 'to see the gallant defenders of their country drawn up in brilliant array before its peaceful citizens; their faces beaming--not with warlike ferocity, but with civilised gentleness; their eyes flashing--not with the rude fire of rapine or revenge, but with the soft light of humanity and intelligence.'

Mr. Pickwick fully entered into the spirit of this eulogium, but he could not exactly re-echo its terms; for the soft light of intelligence burned rather feebly in the eyes of the warriors, inasmuch as the command 'eyes front' had been given, and all the spectator saw before him was several thousand pair of optics, staring straight forward, wholly divested of any expression whatever.

'We are in a capital situation now,' said Mr. Pickwick, looking round him. The crowd had gradually dispersed in their immediate vicinity, and they were nearly alone.

'Capital!' echoed both Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle.

'What are they doing now?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, adjusting his spectacles.

'I--I--rather think,' said Mr. Winkle, changing colour--'I rather think they're going to fire.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Por fim, aquele surdo rumor de muitas vozes percorreu a multidão, o que geralmente anuncia a chegada daquilo que se estava esperando. Todos os olhos se voltaram na direção da poterna. Alguns momentos de ansiosa expectativa, e viram-se bandeiras a tremular alegremente no ar, armas a reluzir vivamente ao sol, coluna após coluna a desaguar na planície. As tropas fizeram alto e formaram; a voz de comando ecoou ao longo da linha; houve um estrépito geral de mosquetes ao apresentarem armas; e o comandante em chefe, acompanhado do Coronel Bulder e de numerosos oficiais, avançou a meio galope para a frente. As bandas militares romperam todas ao mesmo tempo; os cavalos empinavam-se cada um nas duas patas, recuavam a meio galope e sacudiam as caudas em todas as direções; os cães ladravam, a turba gritava, as tropas voltavam a pôr armas ao ombro, e nada se via de um lado nem de outro, até onde a vista alcançava, senão uma longa perspectiva de casacos vermelhos e calças brancas, fixos e imóveis.

O Sr. Pickwick estivera tão inteiramente ocupado em cair para todos os lados e em desvencilhar-se, milagrosamente, de entre as patas dos cavalos, que não tivera vagar suficiente para observar a cena diante de si, até que ela assumiu o aspecto que acabamos de descrever. Quando por fim conseguiu firmar-se sobre as pernas, sua satisfação e seu deleite não tiveram limites.

- Haverá algo mais belo ou mais deleitoso? - perguntou ele ao Sr. Winkle.

- Nada - replicou esse cavalheiro, que tivera um homem baixo em pé sobre cada um de seus pés durante o quarto de hora imediatamente anterior.

- É de fato um nobre e brilhante espetáculo - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, em cujo peito uma labareda de poesia rapidamente irrompia - ver os galantes defensores da pátria enfileirados em brilhante formação diante de seus pacíficos concidadãos; os rostos a resplandecer - não de ferocidade guerreira, mas de civilizada brandura; os olhos a fulgurar - não com o rude fogo da rapina ou da vingança, mas com a suave luz da humanidade e da inteligência.

O Sr. Pickwick entrou plenamente no espírito desse elogio, mas não pôde exatamente repetir-lhe os termos; pois a suave luz da inteligência ardia de modo bastante frouxo nos olhos dos guerreiros, visto que se dera a ordem 'olhar em frente', e tudo o que o espectador via diante de si eram vários milhares de pares de olhos, fitando em linha reta, inteiramente despojados de qualquer expressão que fosse.

- Estamos agora numa posição excelente - disse o Sr. Pickwick, olhando em torno. A multidão dispersara-se aos poucos nas imediações deles, e estavam quase sozinhos.

- Excelente! - ecoaram tanto o Sr. Snodgrass quanto o Sr. Winkle.

- O que estão eles fazendo agora? - perguntou o Sr. Pickwick, ajeitando os óculos.

- Eu... eu... creio até - disse o Sr. Winkle, mudando de cor - creio até que vão atirar.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick rapidamente chama isso de absurdo.

O preocupado Snodgrass também acha que vão atirar.

Pickwick diz que é impossível. Imediatamente, seis regimentos apontam para os Pickwickianos e disparam uma enorme salva que faz a terra tremer.

Sob o fogo de armas sem balas, Pickwick permanece calmo. Segura Winkle e fica entre os amigos, explicando que apenas o barulho pode prejudicar a audição.

O pálido Winkle teme que alguém tenha colocado uma bala verdadeira por engano. Acha que ouviu uma passar perto de seu ouvido.

Snodgrass sugere deitar de bruços no chão.

Pickwick diz que os tiros terminaram. Embora seu rosto esteja pálido e seu lábio trema, não demonstra medo nas palavras.

Os tiros param, mas então seis regimentos prendem as baionetas e correm diretamente em direção a Pickwick e seus amigos.

Até a grande coragem tem limites. Pickwick observa os soldados por um momento, depois se vira e se afasta tão depressa quanto suas pernas curtas permitem. Percebe o perigo completo tarde demais.

Original English Version

'Nonsense,' said Mr. Pickwick hastily.

'I--I--really think they are,' urged Mr. Snodgrass, somewhat alarmed.

'Impossible,' replied Mr. Pickwick. He had hardly uttered the word, when the whole half-dozen regiments levelled their muskets as if they had but one common object, and that object the Pickwickians, and burst forth with the most awful and tremendous discharge that ever shook the earth to its centres, or an elderly gentleman off his.

It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. He seized Mr. Winkle by the arm, and placing himself between that gentleman and Mr. Snodgrass, earnestly besought them to remember that beyond the possibility of being rendered deaf by the noise, there was no immediate danger to be apprehended from the firing.

'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. 'I heard something whistle through the air now--so sharp; close to my ear.'

'We had better throw ourselves on our faces, hadn't we?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'No, no--it's over now,' said Mr. Pickwick. His lip might quiver, and his cheek might blanch, but no expression of fear or concern escaped the lips of that immortal man.

Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed.

Man is but mortal; and there is a point beyond which human courage cannot extend. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Que tolice - disse o Sr. Pickwick às pressas.

- Eu... eu... acho mesmo que vão - insistiu o Sr. Snodgrass, um tanto alarmado.

- Impossível - replicou o Sr. Pickwick. Mal proferira a palavra, quando toda a meia dúzia de regimentos apontou os mosquetes como se tivessem um único objetivo comum, e esse objetivo fossem os Pickwickianos, e desfechou a mais terrível e tremenda descarga que jamais abalou a terra até o âmago, ou um cavalheiro idoso até o seu.

Foi nessa embaraçosa situação, exposto a um fustigante fogo de cartuchos de festim e assediado pelas operações dos militares, um novo contingente dos quais começara a formar no lado oposto, que o Sr. Pickwick demonstrou aquela perfeita frieza e presença de espírito, que são os indispensáveis atributos de um grande espírito. Agarrou o Sr. Winkle pelo braço e, colocando-se entre esse cavalheiro e o Sr. Snodgrass, suplicou-lhes encarecidamente que se lembrassem de que, afora a possibilidade de ficarem surdos com o ruído, não havia perigo imediato algum a temer dos disparos.

- Mas... mas... e se acontecer de alguns dos homens terem, por engano, cartuchos com bala? - objetou o Sr. Winkle, pálido diante da suposição que ele mesmo conjurava. - Ouvi agora mesmo algo zunir pelo ar... tão agudo; rente ao meu ouvido.

- É melhor a gente se atirar de bruços, não é? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Não, não... já acabou - disse o Sr. Pickwick. Os lábios podiam tremer-lhe, e a face podia empalidecer, mas nenhuma expressão de medo ou apreensão escapou dos lábios daquele homem imortal.

O Sr. Pickwick tinha razão - os disparos cessaram; mas mal teve tempo de felicitar-se pela exatidão de sua opinião, quando um rápido movimento se tornou visível na linha; o rouco brado da voz de comando percorreu-a, e, antes que qualquer um do grupo pudesse formar uma conjetura sobre o sentido dessa nova manobra, toda a meia dúzia de regimentos, de baionetas caladas, avançou em passo acelerado precisamente sobre o ponto em que o Sr. Pickwick e seus amigos se achavam postados.

O homem é apenas mortal; e há um ponto além do qual a coragem humana não pode estender-se. O Sr. Pickwick contemplou por um instante, através dos óculos, a massa que avançava, e então francamente deu-lhe as costas e - não diremos que fugiu; primeiro, porque é um termo ignóbil, e, segundo, porque a figura do Sr. Pickwick de modo algum se prestava a esse modo de retirada - , saiu a trote, tão depressa quanto as pernas o pudessem levar; tão depressa, na verdade, que não percebeu a inteira dimensão do embaraço de sua situação senão tarde demais.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Outra linha de soldados espera do lado oposto para enfrentar o ataque falso. Pickwick e seus dois amigos ficam presos entre os exércitos que avançam e esperam.

Oficiais da linha que avança gritam com eles.

Oficiais da linha que espera mandam que saiam do caminho.

Os preocupados membros do Clube Pickwick gritaram e perguntaram para onde deveriam ir.

Alguém apenas gritou em resposta. Depois de confusão, passos pesados, uma batida e risos, os soldados se afastaram, e o sr. Pickwick caiu com as botas para o alto.

Snodgrass e Winkle também foram derrubados. Sentado no chão com o nariz sangrando, Winkle viu Pickwick correndo atrás do chapéu.

Poucas coisas fazem um homem parecer mais ridículo do que correr atrás do próprio chapéu. Ele deve segui-lo com cuidado, passar à frente, agarrá-lo depressa e sorrir como se tudo fosse uma brincadeira.

Um vento leve continuou levando o chapéu de Pickwick. Ele poderia ter ido longe demais, mas alguma coisa o deteve quando Pickwick estava prestes a desistir.

Original English Version

The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array.

'Hoi!' shouted the officers of the advancing line.

'Get out of the way!' cried the officers of the stationary one.

'Where are we to go to?' screamed the agitated Pickwickians.

'Hoi--hoi--hoi!' was the only reply. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air.

Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective.

There are very few moments in a man's existence when he experiences so much ludicrous distress, or meets with so little charitable commiseration, as when he is in pursuit of his own hat. A vast deal of coolness, and a peculiar degree of judgment, are requisite in catching a hat. A man must not be precipitate, or he runs over it; he must not rush into the opposite extreme, or he loses it altogether. The best way is to keep gently up with the object of pursuit, to be wary and cautious, to watch your opportunity well, get gradually before it, then make a rapid dive, seize it by the crown, and stick it firmly on your head; smiling pleasantly all the time, as if you thought it as good a joke as anybody else.

There was a fine gentle wind, and Mr. Pickwick's hat rolled sportively before it. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate.

Tradução Integral em Português

As tropas do lado oposto, cuja formação intrigara o Sr. Pickwick poucos segundos antes, estavam alinhadas para repelir o simulado ataque dos fingidos sitiantes da cidadela; e a consequência foi que o Sr. Pickwick e seus dois companheiros se viram de repente encerrados entre duas linhas de grande extensão, uma a avançar em passo rápido, e a outra a aguardar firmemente o choque em formação hostil.

- Ei! - gritaram os oficiais da linha que avançava.

- Saiam da frente! - bradaram os oficiais da linha parada.

- Para onde havemos de ir? - guincharam os agitados Pickwickianos.

- Ei... ei... ei! - foi a única resposta. Houve um momento de intenso aturdimento, um pesado tropel de passos, uma violenta concussão, uma risada abafada; a meia dúzia de regimentos estava a meio milhar de metros de distância, e as solas das botas do Sr. Pickwick achavam-se erguidas no ar.

O Sr. Snodgrass e o Sr. Winkle tinham cada um executado uma cambalhota compulsória com notável agilidade, quando o primeiro objeto que se deparou aos olhos deste último, sentado no chão, estancando com um lenço de seda amarela o fluxo de vida que lhe manava do nariz, foi o seu venerado líder a certa distância, correndo atrás do próprio chapéu, que ia rolando, brincalhão, a perder de vista.

Há pouquíssimos momentos na existência de um homem em que ele experimenta tão ridícula aflição, ou encontra tão pouca caridosa comiseração, como quando anda no encalço do próprio chapéu. Grande dose de sangue-frio, e um peculiar grau de discernimento, são requeridos para apanhar um chapéu. Um homem não deve ser precipitado, ou passará por cima dele; não deve cair no extremo oposto, ou o perderá de todo. O melhor é acompanhar com brandura o objeto da perseguição, ser prudente e cauteloso, espreitar bem a oportunidade, adiantar-se-lhe aos poucos, e então dar um mergulho rápido, agarrá-lo pela copa e enfiá-lo com firmeza na cabeça; sorrindo agradavelmente o tempo todo, como se o achasse tão boa piada quanto qualquer outra pessoa.

Havia uma bela brisa suave, e o chapéu do Sr. Pickwick rolava, folgazão, diante dela. O vento soprava, e o Sr. Pickwick bufava, e o chapéu rolava sem parar, tão alegre quanto uma vivaz toninha numa maré forte: e poderia continuar a rolar, muito além do alcance do Sr. Pickwick, não tivesse o seu curso sido providencialmente detido, justamente quando aquele cavalheiro estava a ponto de abandoná-lo à sua sorte.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O chapéu bateu na roda de uma carruagem. Pickwick o pegou e parou para respirar. Então ouviu Tupman chamá-lo e viu algo surpreendente e agradável.

Uma carruagem aberta levava um senhor idoso, duas moças, um rapaz, uma mulher mais velha e Tupman. Uma grande cesta de comida estava presa atrás, e um garoto gordo de rosto vermelho dormia no banco do cocheiro.

Pickwick mal tinha olhado para aquele grupo interessante quando Tupman o chamou de novo.

Tupman chamou Pickwick e pediu que ele subisse depressa.

O senhor idoso o convidou a subir e mandou Joe baixar os degraus. O garoto gordo e sonolento abriu a porta da carruagem quando Snodgrass e Winkle chegaram.

O velho disse que havia lugar para todos. Ele puxou Pickwick e Snodgrass para dentro, enquanto Winkle se sentou ao lado de Joe, que logo adormeceu de novo.

O velho amigável disse que os conhecia de algumas noites no clube e que encontrara Tupman naquela manhã. Ele perguntou com simpatia como estavam.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick, we say, was completely exhausted, and about to give up the chase, when the hat was blown with some violence against the wheel of a carriage, which was drawn up in a line with half a dozen other vehicles on the spot to which his steps had been directed. Mr. Pickwick, perceiving his advantage, darted briskly forward, secured his property, planted it on his head, and paused to take breath. He had not been stationary half a minute, when he heard his own name eagerly pronounced by a voice, which he at once recognised as Mr. Tupman's, and, looking upwards, he beheld a sight which filled him with surprise and pleasure.

In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive.

Mr. Pickwick had bestowed a hasty glance on these interesting objects, when he was again greeted by his faithful disciple.

'Pickwick--Pickwick,' said Mr. Tupman; 'come up here. Make haste.'

'Come along, Sir. Pray, come up,' said the stout gentleman. 'Joe!--damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again.--Joe, let down the steps.' The fat boy rolled slowly off the box, let down the steps, and held the carriage door invitingly open. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle came up at the moment.

'Room for you all, gentlemen,' said the stout man. 'Two inside, and one out. Joe, make room for one of these gentlemen on the box. Now, Sir, come along;' and the stout gentleman extended his arm, and pulled first Mr. Pickwick, and then Mr. Snodgrass, into the barouche by main force. Mr. Winkle mounted to the box, the fat boy waddled to the same perch, and fell fast asleep instantly.

'Well, gentlemen,' said the stout man, 'very glad to see you. Know you very well, gentlemen, though you mayn't remember me. I spent some ev'nin's at your club last winter--picked up my friend Mr. Tupman here this morning, and very glad I was to see him. Well, Sir, and how are you? You do look uncommon well, to be sure.'

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Pickwick, dizíamos, estava completamente exausto e prestes a desistir da caça, quando o chapéu foi lançado com certa violência contra a roda de uma carruagem, que se achava estacionada em fila com meia dúzia de outros veículos no lugar para onde seus passos se haviam dirigido. O Sr. Pickwick, percebendo a vantagem, precipitou-se lépido para diante, resgatou a sua propriedade, plantou-a na cabeça e parou para tomar fôlego. Não estava parado havia meio minuto, quando ouviu o próprio nome ansiosamente pronunciado por uma voz, que logo reconheceu como a do Sr. Tupman, e, erguendo os olhos, deparou-se com um espetáculo que o encheu de surpresa e prazer.

Numa caleça aberta, cujos cavalos tinham sido desatrelados, o melhor para acomodá-la ao apinhado lugar, achavam-se um corpulento e idoso cavalheiro, de casaco azul e botões reluzentes, calção de veludo cotelê e botas de cano alto, duas jovens damas de echarpes e plumas, um jovem cavalheiro aparentemente enamorado de uma das jovens damas de echarpes e plumas, uma senhora de idade duvidosa, provavelmente a tia das supracitadas, e o Sr. Tupman, tão à vontade e despreocupado como se pertencesse à família desde os primeiros momentos de sua infância. Amarrado atrás da caleça havia um cesto de espaçosas dimensões - um daqueles cestos que sempre despertam num espírito contemplativo associações ligadas a aves frias, línguas defumadas e garrafas de vinho - , e na boleia achava-se sentado um menino gordo e de rosto avermelhado, num estado de sonolência, que nenhum observador especulativo poderia contemplar por um instante sem classificá-lo como o oficial distribuidor do conteúdo do supracitado cesto, quando chegasse a hora própria de seu consumo.

O Sr. Pickwick lançara um rápido olhar a esses interessantes objetos, quando foi de novo saudado por seu fiel discípulo.

- Pickwick... Pickwick - disse o Sr. Tupman - , suba até aqui. Depressa.

- Venha, senhor. Faça o favor de subir - disse o corpulento cavalheiro. - Joe!... maldito menino, adormeceu de novo. Joe, baixe os degraus. - O menino gordo rolou lentamente da boleia, baixou os degraus e manteve convidativamente aberta a portinhola da carruagem. O Sr. Snodgrass e o Sr. Winkle chegaram nesse momento.

- Há lugar para todos os senhores - disse o homem corpulento. - Dois dentro e um fora. Joe, arranje lugar para um destes cavalheiros na boleia. Vamos, senhor, venha. - E o corpulento cavalheiro estendeu o braço e puxou primeiro o Sr. Pickwick, e depois o Sr. Snodgrass, para dentro da caleça à força. O Sr. Winkle trepou à boleia, o menino gordo bamboleou-se até o mesmo poleiro e adormeceu profundamente no mesmo instante.

- Pois bem, cavalheiros - disse o homem corpulento - , muito me alegra vê-los. Conheço-os muito bem, cavalheiros, embora talvez não se lembrem de mim. Passei algumas noites no clube dos senhores no inverno passado... topei com o meu amigo, o Sr. Tupman, aqui, esta manhã, e muito me alegrei de vê-lo. E então, senhor, como vai o senhor? Com efeito, tem um aspecto extraordinariamente bom.

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Pickwick agradeceu o elogio e apertou a mão dele com entusiasmo.

O velho cumprimentou Snodgrass e Winkle, apresentou suas filhas e sua irmã solteira, Rachael Wardle, e brincou com a idade dela.

A srta. Wardle lançou ao irmão um sorriso de protesto.

O velho apresentou seu amigo, o sr. Trundle, e convidou todos a aproveitar o espetáculo. Todos ficaram de pé na carruagem para observar os soldados.

Os soldados fizeram exercícios complicados e dispararam canhões muito barulhentos. As mulheres assustadas precisaram do apoio dos homens, mas o garoto gordo dormiu durante todo o barulho.

Quando a apresentação da batalha terminou, o sr. Wardle mandou alguém beliscar a perna de Joe para acordá-lo e ordenou que o garoto abrisse a cesta de comida.

O beliscão acordou o garoto gordo. Ele desceu e esvaziou a cesta muito mais depressa do que todos esperavam.

Todos se apertaram na carruagem depois de muitas brincadeiras sobre onde as mulheres deveriam se sentar. O sr. Wardle então recebeu de Joe e passou a comida para dentro.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick acknowledged the compliment, and cordially shook hands with the stout gentleman in the top-boots.

'Well, and how are you, sir?' said the stout gentleman, addressing Mr. Snodgrass with paternal anxiety. 'Charming, eh? Well, that's right-- that's right. And how are you, sir (to Mr. Winkle)? Well, I am glad to hear you say you are well; very glad I am, to be sure. My daughters, gentlemen--my gals these are; and that's my sister, Miss Rachael Wardle. She's a Miss, she is; and yet she ain't a Miss--eh, Sir, eh?' And the stout gentleman playfully inserted his elbow between the ribs of Mr. Pickwick, and laughed very heartily.

'Lor, brother!' said Miss Wardle, with a deprecating smile.

'True, true,' said the stout gentleman; 'no one can deny it. Gentlemen, I beg your pardon; this is my friend Mr. Trundle. And now you all know each other, let's be comfortable and happy, and see what's going forward; that's what I say.' So the stout gentleman put on his spectacles, and Mr. Pickwick pulled out his glass, and everybody stood up in the carriage, and looked over somebody else's shoulder at the evolutions of the military.

Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Everybody was excited, except the fat boy, and he slept as soundly as if the roaring of cannon were his ordinary lullaby.

'Joe, Joe!' said the stout gentleman, when the citadel was taken, and the besiegers and besieged sat down to dinner. 'Damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again. Be good enough to pinch him, sir--in the leg, if you please; nothing else wakes him--thank you. Undo the hamper, Joe.'

The fat boy, who had been effectually roused by the compression of a portion of his leg between the finger and thumb of Mr. Winkle, rolled off the box once again, and proceeded to unpack the hamper with more expedition than could have been expected from his previous inactivity.

'Now we must sit close,' said the stout gentleman. After a great many jokes about squeezing the ladies' sleeves, and a vast quantity of blushing at sundry jocose proposals, that the ladies should sit in the gentlemen's laps, the whole party were stowed down in the barouche; and the stout gentleman proceeded to hand the things from the fat boy (who had mounted up behind for the purpose) into the carriage.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Pickwick agradeceu o cumprimento e apertou cordialmente a mão do corpulento cavalheiro de botas de cano alto.

- E então, como vai o senhor? - disse o corpulento cavalheiro, dirigindo-se ao Sr. Snodgrass com paternal solicitude. - Encantado, hein? Pois muito bem... muito bem. E como vai o senhor (para o Sr. Winkle)? Ora, alegra-me ouvi-lo dizer que vai bem; muito me alegra, com efeito. Minhas filhas, cavalheiros... estas são as minhas meninas; e aquela é a minha irmã, a Senhorita Rachael Wardle. Ela é uma Senhorita, isso ela é; e, no entanto, não é uma Senhorita... hein, senhor, hein? - E o corpulento cavalheiro enfiou brincalhão o cotovelo entre as costelas do Sr. Pickwick e riu com muita vontade.

- Ora, meu irmão! - disse a Senhorita Wardle, com um sorriso de reprovação.

- É verdade, é verdade - disse o corpulento cavalheiro - ; ninguém pode negá-lo. Cavalheiros, peço-lhes perdão; este é o meu amigo, o Sr. Trundle. E agora que todos se conhecem, ponhamo-nos à vontade e felizes, e vejamos o que se passa; é o que eu digo. - E assim o corpulento cavalheiro pôs os óculos, e o Sr. Pickwick sacou o seu monóculo, e todos se puseram de pé na carruagem e olharam, cada um por cima do ombro de outro, as evoluções dos militares.

Espantosas evoluções eram elas, uma fileira disparando por sobre as cabeças de outra fileira, e depois saindo em disparada; e depois a outra fileira disparando por sobre as cabeças de outra fileira, e saindo em disparada por sua vez; e depois formando quadrados, com oficiais no centro; e depois descendo a trincheira de um lado com escadas de assalto, e tornando a subi-la do outro pelos mesmos meios; e derrubando barricadas de cestos, e portando-se da maneira mais galante possível. Depois houve tamanho socar do conteúdo de enormes peças na bateria, com instrumentos parecidos com esfregões ampliados; tamanha preparação antes de serem disparadas, e tamanho ruído medonho quando de fato dispararam, que o ar ressoou com os gritos das damas. As jovens Senhoritas Wardle ficaram tão assustadas que o Sr. Trundle se viu realmente obrigado a amparar uma delas na carruagem, enquanto o Sr. Snodgrass sustentava a outra; e a irmã do Sr. Wardle padecia de tão terrível estado de alarme nervoso que o Sr. Tupman achou indispensavelmente necessário passar-lhe o braço em torno da cintura, para conseguir mantê-la de pé. Todos estavam agitados, exceto o menino gordo, que dormia tão profundamente como se o estrondear dos canhões fosse a sua cantiga de ninar habitual.

- Joe, Joe! - disse o corpulento cavalheiro, quando a cidadela foi tomada e sitiantes e sitiados se sentaram para jantar. - Maldito menino, adormeceu de novo. Tenha a bondade de beliscá-lo, senhor... na perna, por favor; nada mais o desperta... obrigado. Abra o cesto, Joe.

O menino gordo, que fora eficazmente despertado pela compressão de uma parte de sua perna entre o indicador e o polegar do Sr. Winkle, rolou da boleia mais uma vez e pôs-se a desempacotar o cesto com mais presteza do que se poderia esperar de sua inatividade anterior.

- Agora temos de sentar bem juntinhos - disse o corpulento cavalheiro. Depois de muitíssimas gracinhas sobre amassar as mangas das damas, e de vasta quantidade de rubores diante de diversas propostas jocosas de que as damas se sentassem no colo dos cavalheiros, todo o grupo foi acomodado na caleça; e o corpulento cavalheiro passou a receber as coisas das mãos do menino gordo (que trepara na traseira para esse fim) e a passá-las para dentro da carruagem.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle pediu facas e garfos a Joe, e todos receberam os talheres.

Wardle então pediu os pratos, que foram distribuídos da mesma maneira.

Wardle pediu os frangos, mas Joe tinha adormecido de novo. Depois que algumas batidas na cabeça o acordaram, ele começou a passar a comida.

A palavra 'comida' despertou completamente o garoto gordo. Seus olhos brilharam de desejo enquanto ele esvaziava a cesta.

Wardle mandou Joe se apressar, pois o garoto contemplava com carinho um frango gordo. Joe suspirou e o entregou contra a vontade.

Wardle pediu depressa língua, torta de pombo, vitela, presunto, lagostas, salada e molho. Logo havia pratos nas mãos e nos joelhos de todos.

Quando todos começaram a comer, o alegre sr. Wardle perguntou se a refeição estava excelente.

Winkle, que cortava um frango no banco do cocheiro, disse que estava excelente.

Alguém ofereceu a Winkle uma taça de vinho.

Winkle aceitou o vinho com muito prazer.

Wardle sugeriu que Winkle ficasse com uma garrafa inteira no banco alto.

Original English Version

'Now, Joe, knives and forks.' The knives and forks were handed in, and the ladies and gentlemen inside, and Mr. Winkle on the box, were each furnished with those useful instruments.

'Plates, Joe, plates.' A similar process employed in the distribution of the crockery.

'Now, Joe, the fowls. Damn that boy; he's gone to sleep again. Joe! Joe!' (Sundry taps on the head with a stick, and the fat boy, with some difficulty, roused from his lethargy.) 'Come, hand in the eatables.'

There was something in the sound of the last word which roused the unctuous boy. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket.

'Now make haste,' said Mr. Wardle; for the fat boy was hanging fondly over a capon, which he seemed wholly unable to part with. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master.

'That's right--look sharp. Now the tongue--now the pigeon pie. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number.

'Now ain't this capital?' inquired that jolly personage, when the work of destruction had commenced.

'Capital!' said Mr. Winkle, who was carving a fowl on the box.

'Glass of wine?'

'With the greatest pleasure.'

'You'd better have a bottle to yourself up there, hadn't you?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Agora, Joe, as facas e os garfos. - As facas e os garfos foram passados para dentro, e as damas e os cavalheiros lá dentro, e o Sr. Winkle na boleia, foram cada um provido daqueles úteis instrumentos.

- Os pratos, Joe, os pratos. - Semelhante processo se empregou na distribuição da louça.

- Agora, Joe, as aves. Maldito menino; adormeceu de novo. Joe! Joe! - (Diversas pancadinhas na cabeça com um pau, e o menino gordo, com certa dificuldade, arrancado de sua letargia.) - Vamos, passe para cá as comidas.

Havia algo no som da última palavra que despertou o untuoso menino. Deu um salto, e os olhos plúmbeos que cintilavam por trás de suas bochechas montanhosas espreitaram horrivelmente a comida enquanto ele a desempacotava do cesto.

- Agora, depressa - disse o Sr. Wardle; pois o menino gordo pairava, enternecido, sobre um capão, do qual parecia de todo incapaz de se separar. O menino suspirou profundamente e, lançando um olhar ardente à gordura da ave, entregou-a a contragosto ao patrão.

- Muito bem... vivo. Agora a língua... agora a torta de pombo. Cuidado com essa vitela com presunto... atenção às lagostas... tire a salada do pano... dê-me o molho. - Tais eram as apressadas ordens que saíam dos lábios do Sr. Wardle, à medida que passava para dentro os diferentes artigos descritos, e punha travessas nas mãos de todos, e sobre os joelhos de todos, em número interminável.

- E então, isto não é excelente? - perguntou aquele jovial personagem, quando começara a obra de destruição.

- Excelente! - disse o Sr. Winkle, que trinchava uma ave na boleia.

- Um cálice de vinho?

- Com o maior prazer.

- É melhor o senhor ter uma garrafa só para si aí em cima, não acha?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle agradeceu pela gentileza.

Wardle chamou Joe.

Joe respondeu porque estava acordado dessa vez, depois de pegar escondido uma pequena torta de vitela.

Wardle mandou Joe dar uma garrafa de vinho a Winkle e cumprimentou o convidado com entusiasmo.

Winkle agradeceu, esvaziou a taça e colocou a garrafa ao seu lado.

O sr. Trundle pediu com educação que Winkle bebesse com ele.

Winkle concordou com prazer. Os dois beberam juntos, e depois todos, inclusive as mulheres, tomaram uma rodada de vinho.

A tia solteira comentou com ciúme ao ouvido de Wardle que Emily estava flertando com o cavalheiro desconhecido.

Wardle disse que o comportamento de Emily era natural e ofereceu vinho a Pickwick, que aceitou enquanto examinava atentamente a torta de pombo.

A tia disse a Emily, com ar de superioridade, que não falasse tão alto.

Emily protestou, surpresa com o comentário da tia.

Isabella sussurrou que a tia queria o senhor mais velho só para ela. As irmãs riram, enquanto a tia não conseguiu parecer simpática.

Original English Version

'You're very good.'

'Joe!'

'Yes, Sir.' (He wasn't asleep this time, having just succeeded in abstracting a veal patty.)

'Bottle of wine to the gentleman on the box. Glad to see you, Sir.'

'Thank'ee.' Mr. Winkle emptied his glass, and placed the bottle on the coach-box, by his side.

'Will you permit me to have the pleasure, Sir?' said Mr. Trundle to Mr. Winkle.

'With great pleasure,' replied Mr. Winkle to Mr. Trundle, and then the two gentlemen took wine, after which they took a glass of wine round, ladies and all.

'How dear Emily is flirting with the strange gentleman,' whispered the spinster aunt, with true spinster-aunt-like envy, to her brother, Mr. Wardle.

'Oh! I don't know,' said the jolly old gentleman; 'all very natural, I dare say--nothing unusual. Mr. Pickwick, some wine, Sir?' Mr. Pickwick, who had been deeply investigating the interior of the pigeon-pie, readily assented.

'Emily, my dear,' said the spinster aunt, with a patronising air, 'don't talk so loud, love.'

'Lor, aunt!'

'Aunt and the little old gentleman want to have it all to themselves, I think,' whispered Miss Isabella Wardle to her sister Emily. The young ladies laughed very heartily, and the old one tried to look amiable, but couldn't manage it.

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor é muito gentil.

- Joe!

- Sim, senhor. - (Não estava dormindo desta vez, tendo acabado de conseguir surrupiar um pastelzinho de vitela.)

- Uma garrafa de vinho para o cavalheiro na boleia. Prazer em vê-lo, senhor.

- Obrigado. - O Sr. Winkle esvaziou o cálice e pôs a garrafa na boleia, a seu lado.

- Permite-me o senhor esse prazer? - disse o Sr. Trundle ao Sr. Winkle.

- Com muito prazer - replicou o Sr. Winkle ao Sr. Trundle, e então os dois cavalheiros brindaram, após o que se fez um brinde geral, damas e todos.

- Como a querida Emily está a flertar com o cavalheiro forasteiro - cochichou a tia solteirona, com genuína inveja de tia solteirona, ao irmão, o Sr. Wardle.

- Oh! Não sei não - disse o jovial e idoso cavalheiro. - Tudo muito natural, atrevo-me a dizer... nada de mais. Sr. Pickwick, um pouco de vinho, senhor? - O Sr. Pickwick, que vinha investigando a fundo o interior da torta de pombo, assentiu de pronto.

- Emily, minha querida - disse a tia solteirona, com ar condescendente - , não fale tão alto, meu amor.

- Ora, titia!

- A titia e o velhinho querem tudo só para eles, acho eu - cochichou a Senhorita Isabella Wardle à irmã Emily. As jovens damas riram com muita vontade, e a velha tentou parecer amável, mas não o conseguiu.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A srta. Wardle disse a Tupman que as moças tinham energia demais, como se ser animada fosse um crime grave.

Tupman concordou, mas não como ela esperava. Ele disse que a energia delas era encantadora.

A srta. Wardle soltou um som de dúvida.

Com seu jeito mais gentil, Tupman tocou o pulso de Rachael, ergueu a garrafa de vinho e pediu licença para servi-la.

Rachael reagiu ao olhar sério de Tupman e disse temer que outros canhões disparassem, pois talvez precisasse novamente do apoio dele.

A tia perguntou baixinho a Tupman se ele achava bonitas suas queridas sobrinhas.

Tupman respondeu que acharia, se a tia delas não estivesse ali, e lançou a ela um olhar apaixonado.

Rachael chamou Tupman de atrevido e sugeriu que suas sobrinhas talvez fossem bonitas à luz de velas se tivessem a pele melhor.

Tupman respondeu sem muito interesse que achava que talvez fossem.

Rachael o chamou de brincalhão e afirmou que sabia o que ele estava prestes a dizer.

Original English Version

'Young girls have such spirits,' said Miss Wardle to Mr. Tupman, with an air of gentle commiseration, as if animal spirits were contraband, and their possession without a permit a high crime and misdemeanour.

'Oh, they have,' replied Mr. Tupman, not exactly making the sort of reply that was expected from him. 'It's quite delightful.'

'Hem!' said Miss Wardle, rather dubiously.

'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. 'Will you permit me?'

'Oh, sir!' Mr. Tupman looked most impressive; and Rachael expressed her fear that more guns were going off, in which case, of course, she should have required support again.

'Do you think my dear nieces pretty?' whispered their affectionate aunt to Mr. Tupman.

'I should, if their aunt wasn't here,' replied the ready Pickwickian, with a passionate glance.

'Oh, you naughty man--but really, if their complexions were a little better, don't you think they would be nice-looking girls--by candlelight?'

'Yes; I think they would,' said Mr. Tupman, with an air of indifference.

'Oh, you quiz--I know what you were going to say.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- As mocinhas têm cada entusiasmo - disse a Senhorita Wardle ao Sr. Tupman, com ar de branda comiseração, como se a vivacidade fosse contrabando, e possuí-la sem licença um crime grave e uma contravenção.

- Oh, têm mesmo - replicou o Sr. Tupman, não dando exatamente o tipo de resposta que dele se esperava. - É de todo encantador.

- Hum! - disse a Senhorita Wardle, um tanto em dúvida.

- Permite-me? - disse o Sr. Tupman, em sua maneira mais melíflua, tocando com uma das mãos o pulso da encantadora Rachael e erguendo de leve a garrafa com a outra. - Permite-me?

- Oh, senhor! - O Sr. Tupman assumiu um ar dos mais impressionantes; e Rachael manifestou o temor de que mais canhões disparassem, caso em que, naturalmente, teria de novo necessitado de amparo.

- O senhor acha bonitas as minhas queridas sobrinhas? - cochichou a afetuosa tia ao Sr. Tupman.

- Eu acharia, se a tia delas não estivesse aqui - replicou o pronto Pickwickiano, com um olhar apaixonado.

- Oh, seu maroto... mas, sério, se a tez delas fosse um pouquinho melhor, o senhor não acha que seriam mocinhas de bela aparência... à luz de velas?

- Sim; acho que seriam - disse o Sr. Tupman, com ar de indiferença.

- Oh, seu zombeteiro... eu sei o que o senhor ia dizer.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman perguntou o que ela queria dizer, embora não tivesse planejado dizer nada.

Rachael disse que ele havia notado que Isabel curvava as costas. Concordou que isso deixava uma moça feia e disse que Isabel ficaria horrível quando fosse mais velha.

Tupman ficou feliz por parecer inteligente com tanta facilidade, então fez um olhar entendido e deu um sorriso misterioso.

Rachael admirou o sorriso irônico dele e disse que quase tinha medo dele.

Tupman repetiu, surpreso, que ela tinha medo dele.

Rachael disse que ele não conseguia esconder nada dela e que ela entendia seu sorriso.

Tupman perguntou o que o sorriso significava, pois ele mesmo não fazia ideia.

Rachael sussurrou que Tupman considerava a ousadia de Emily pior que a má postura de Isabella. Ela afirmou que o comportamento de Emily a fazia chorar e partiria o coração de seu irmão confiante.

Emily sussurrou para Isabella que a tia certamente falava mal delas, pois parecia muito maldosa.

Original English Version

'What?' inquired Mr. Tupman, who had not precisely made up his mind to say anything at all.

'You were going to say that Isabel stoops--I know you were--you men are such observers. Well, so she does; it can't be denied; and, certainly, if there is one thing more than another that makes a girl look ugly it is stooping. I often tell her that when she gets a little older she'll be quite frightful. Well, you are a quiz!'

Mr. Tupman had no objection to earning the reputation at so cheap a rate: so he looked very knowing, and smiled mysteriously.

'What a sarcastic smile,' said the admiring Rachael; 'I declare I'm quite afraid of you.'

'Afraid of me!'

'Oh, you can't disguise anything from me--I know what that smile means very well.'

'What?' said Mr. Tupman, who had not the slightest notion himself.

'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Well, she is bold! You cannot think how wretched it makes me sometimes--I'm sure I cry about it for hours together--my dear brother is _so_ good, and so unsuspicious, that he never sees it; if he did, I'm quite certain it would break his heart. I wish I could think it was only manner--I hope it may be--' (Here the affectionate relative heaved a deep sigh, and shook her head despondingly).

'I'm sure aunt's talking about us,' whispered Miss Emily Wardle to her sister--'I'm quite certain of it--she looks so malicious.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- O quê? - perguntou o Sr. Tupman, que não se decidira precisamente a dizer coisa alguma.

- O senhor ia dizer que a Isabel é curvada... eu sei que ia... vocês, homens, são uns tremendos observadores. Pois é, ela é mesmo; não há como negar; e, com certeza, se há uma coisa mais do que outra que faz uma moça parecer feia, é andar curvada. Vivo dizendo a ela que, quando ficar um pouco mais velha, vai ficar de meter medo. Ora, o senhor é um zombeteiro!

O Sr. Tupman não fazia objeção a granjear tal reputação a preço tão baixo: por isso assumiu um ar dos mais entendidos e sorriu misteriosamente.

- Que sorriso sarcástico - disse a admirada Rachael. - Declaro que tenho até medo do senhor.

- Medo de mim!

- Oh, o senhor não me esconde nada... eu sei muito bem o que significa esse sorriso.

- O quê? - disse o Sr. Tupman, que ele próprio não fazia a menor ideia.

- O senhor quer dizer - disse a amável tia, abaixando ainda mais a voz - o senhor quer dizer que não acha que a curvatura da Isabella é tão grave quanto o atrevimento da Emily. Pois ela é atrevida! O senhor não imagina como isso às vezes me faz sofrer... juro que choro por causa disso horas a fio... o meu querido irmão é tão bom, e tão pouco desconfiado, que nunca percebe; se percebesse, tenho toda a certeza de que lhe partiria o coração. Quisera eu poder crer que é só jeito... espero que seja... - (Aqui a afetuosa parenta soltou um profundo suspiro e sacudiu a cabeça, desanimada.)

- Tenho certeza de que a titia está falando de nós - cochichou a Senhorita Emily Wardle à irmã. - Tenho absoluta certeza... ela está com uma cara tão maldosa.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Isabella reagiu e chamou a tia com doçura.

A tia respondeu a Isabella com carinho.

Isabella fingiu temer que a tia pegasse um resfriado e ofereceu um lenço para sua querida cabeça velha, lembrando-a de considerar a própria idade.

A resposta cruel talvez fosse merecida, mas a tia provavelmente teria reagido com raiva se Wardle não tivesse mudado de assunto ao chamar Joe.

O senhor idoso reclamou que Joe tinha adormecido de novo.

Pickwick achou o garoto muito estranho e perguntou se ele sempre dormia daquele jeito.

Wardle disse que Joe estava sempre dormindo, até ao fazer tarefas ou servir à mesa.

Pickwick disse que aquilo era muito estranho.

Wardle chamou Joe com orgulho de maravilha da natureza e disse que jamais abriria mão dele. Depois mandou Joe retirar os pratos e abrir outra garrafa.

Joe acordou, engoliu a torta que ainda tinha na boca e retirou lentamente a refeição. Todos terminaram outra garrafa, guardaram a cesta e assistiram a mais exercícios militares antes de os soldados e os convidados partirem.

Original English Version

'Is she?' replied Isabella.--'Hem! aunt, dear!'

'Yes, my dear love!'

'I'm _so_ afraid you'll catch cold, aunt--have a silk handkerchief to tie round your dear old head--you really should take care of yourself-- consider your age!'

However well deserved this piece of retaliation might have been, it was as vindictive a one as could well have been resorted to. There is no guessing in what form of reply the aunt's indignation would have vented itself, had not Mr. Wardle unconsciously changed the subject, by calling emphatically for Joe.

'Damn that boy,' said the old gentleman, 'he's gone to sleep again.'

'Very extraordinary boy, that,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'does he always sleep in this way?'

'Sleep!' said the old gentleman, 'he's always asleep. Goes on errands fast asleep, and snores as he waits at table.'

'How very odd!' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Ah! odd indeed,' returned the old gentleman; 'I'm proud of that boy-- wouldn't part with him on any account--he's a natural curiosity! Here, Joe--Joe--take these things away, and open another bottle--d'ye hear?'

The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. The fresh bottle was produced, and speedily emptied: the hamper was made fast in its old place--the fat boy once more mounted the box--the spectacles and pocket-glass were again adjusted--and the evolutions of the military recommenced. There was a great fizzing and banging of guns, and starting of ladies--and then a mine was sprung, to the gratification of everybody--and when the mine had gone off, the military and the company followed its example, and went off too.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Está? - replicou Isabella. - Hum! Titia querida!

- Sim, meu amorzinho!

- Tenho tanto medo de que a senhora se resfrie, titia... tome um lenço de seda para amarrar em volta da sua querida velha cabeça... a senhora deveria mesmo cuidar-se... considere a sua idade!

Por mais merecida que fosse essa represália, era das mais vingativas a que se poderia ter recorrido. Não há como adivinhar sob que forma de resposta a indignação da tia teria extravasado, não tivesse o Sr. Wardle inadvertidamente mudado de assunto, ao chamar enfaticamente por Joe.

- Maldito menino - disse o idoso cavalheiro - , adormeceu de novo.

- Menino extraordinário, esse - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Ele dorme sempre desse jeito?

- Dormir! - disse o idoso cavalheiro. - Ele vive dormindo. Faz recados dormindo a sono solto, e ronca enquanto serve à mesa.

- Que coisa mais esquisita! - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Ah! Esquisita mesmo - retorquiu o idoso cavalheiro. - Tenho orgulho desse menino... não me separaria dele por nada deste mundo... é uma curiosidade da natureza! Aqui, Joe... Joe... leve estas coisas embora e abra outra garrafa... está ouvindo?

O menino gordo ergueu-se, abriu os olhos, engoliu o enorme pedaço de torta que estava no ato de mastigar quando pela última vez adormecera, e obedeceu lentamente às ordens do patrão - deitando um olhar lânguido e cobiçoso aos restos do festim, enquanto retirava os pratos e os depositava no cesto. A nova garrafa foi trazida e prontamente esvaziada; o cesto foi amarrado em seu antigo lugar... o menino gordo tornou a subir à boleia... os óculos e o monóculo foram de novo ajeitados... e recomeçaram as evoluções dos militares. Houve um grande chiar e estrondar de canhões, e sobressaltos das damas... e depois detonou-se uma mina, para gáudio de todos... e, quando a mina explodiu, os militares e a companhia seguiram-lhe o exemplo e também se puseram a caminho.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

No final, Wardle apertou a mão de Pickwick e lembrou que todos se encontrariam no dia seguinte.

Pickwick confirmou com firmeza que eles iriam.

Wardle perguntou se Pickwick tinha o endereço.

Pickwick consultou o caderno e leu o endereço: Fazenda Manor, Dingley Dell.

Wardle insistiu para que ficassem uma semana e prometeu mostrar a verdadeira vida no campo. Depois mandou o sonolento Joe ajudar a prender os cavalos à carruagem.

Os cavalos foram preparados, todos se despediram e a carruagem partiu. À luz do pôr do sol, os membros do Clube Pickwick viram Joe dormindo mais uma vez.

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'Now, mind,' said the old gentleman, as he shook hands with Mr. Pickwick at the conclusion of a conversation which had been carried on at intervals, during the conclusion of the proceedings, 'we shall see you all to-morrow.'

'Most certainly,' replied Mr. Pickwick.

'You have got the address?'

'Manor Farm, Dingley Dell,' said Mr. Pickwick, consulting his pocket- book.

'That's it,' said the old gentleman. 'I don't let you off, mind, under a week; and undertake that you shall see everything worth seeing. If you've come down for a country life, come to me, and I'll give you plenty of it. Joe--damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again--Joe, help Tom put in the horses.'

The horses were put in--the driver mounted--the fat boy clambered up by his side--farewells were exchanged--and the carriage rattled off. As the Pickwickians turned round to take a last glimpse of it, the setting sun cast a rich glow on the faces of their entertainers, and fell upon the form of the fat boy. His head was sunk upon his bosom; and he slumbered again.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Pois olhem - disse o idoso cavalheiro, ao apertar a mão do Sr. Pickwick ao fim de uma conversa que se travara por intervalos, durante o encerramento dos trabalhos - , veremos os senhores todos amanhã.

- Com toda a certeza - replicou o Sr. Pickwick.

- O senhor tem o endereço?

- Manor Farm, Dingley Dell - disse o Sr. Pickwick, consultando a caderneta.

- É isso - disse o idoso cavalheiro. - Não os solto, atenção, por menos de uma semana; e comprometo-me a que vejam tudo o que vale a pena ver. Se vieram para o campo em busca de vida campestre, venham à minha casa, que eu lhes darei disso à fartura. Joe... maldito menino, adormeceu de novo... Joe, ajude o Tom a atrelar os cavalos.

Atrelaram-se os cavalos... o condutor subiu... o menino gordo trepou a seu lado... trocaram-se despedidas... e a carruagem partiu chocalhando. Quando os Pickwickianos se voltaram para lançar-lhe um último olhar, o sol poente lançou um rico clarão sobre os rostos de seus anfitriões e caiu sobre a figura do menino gordo. Tinha a cabeça caída sobre o peito; e dormia de novo.

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CHAPTER V. A SHORT ONE--SHOWING, AMONG OTHER MATTERS, HOW Mr. PICKWICK UNDERTOOK TO DRIVE, AND MR. WINKLE TO RIDE, AND HOW THEY BOTH DID IT

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Em uma manhã clara e agradável, Pickwick se inclinou sobre a ponte de Rochester, apreciando a bela paisagem enquanto esperava o café da manhã.

Abaixo da ponte havia velhas muralhas em ruínas e um castelo antigo. Campos, pastos, moinhos e igrejas se estendiam ao lado do rio Medway, enquanto barcos de pesca avançavam devagar pela água brilhante.

Um suspiro profundo e um toque no ombro interromperam os pensamentos agradáveis de Pickwick. Ele se virou e viu o homem sombrio ao seu lado.

O homem sombrio perguntou se Pickwick estava admirando a paisagem.

Pickwick respondeu que sim.

O homem perguntou se Pickwick também estava satisfeito por ter acordado tão cedo.

Pickwick fez que sim com a cabeça.

O homem sombrio disse que é preciso levantar cedo para ver o sol em seu melhor momento, pois seu brilho raramente dura o dia inteiro. Ele comparou a manhã à juventude.

Pickwick disse que o homem falava a verdade.

O homem sombrio disse que uma bela manhã muitas vezes não dura, assim como a felicidade na vida. Desejava poder voltar à infância ou esquecê-la para sempre.

Original English Version

Bright and pleasant was the sky, balmy the air, and beautiful the appearance of every object around, as Mr. Pickwick leaned over the balustrades of Rochester Bridge, contemplating nature, and waiting for breakfast. The scene was indeed one which might well have charmed a far less reflective mind, than that to which it was presented.

On the left of the spectator lay the ruined wall, broken in many places, and in some, overhanging the narrow beach below in rude and heavy masses. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Behind it rose the ancient castle, its towers roofless, and its massive walls crumbling away, but telling us proudly of its old might and strength, as when, seven hundred years ago, it rang with the clash of arms, or resounded with the noise of feasting and revelry. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream.

Mr. Pickwick was roused from the agreeable reverie into which he had been led by the objects before him, by a deep sigh, and a touch on his shoulder. He turned round: and the dismal man was at his side.

'Contemplating the scene?' inquired the dismal man.

'I was,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'And congratulating yourself on being up so soon?'

Mr. Pickwick nodded assent.

'Ah! people need to rise early, to see the sun in all his splendour, for his brightness seldom lasts the day through. The morning of day and the morning of life are but too much alike.'

'You speak truly, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'How common the saying,' continued the dismal man, '"The morning's too fine to last." How well might it be applied to our everyday existence. God! what would I forfeit to have the days of my childhood restored, or to be able to forget them for ever!'

Tradução Integral em Português

Radiante e aprazível estava o céu, balsâmico o ar, e belo o aspecto de todos os objetos ao redor, enquanto o Sr. Pickwick se debruçava sobre as balaustradas da Ponte de Rochester, contemplando a natureza e aguardando o desjejum. A cena era, de fato, daquelas que bem poderiam encantar um espírito muito menos reflexivo do que aquele a que se apresentava.

À esquerda do espectador estendia-se a muralha arruinada, quebrada em muitos pontos e, em alguns, pendendo sobre a estreita praia lá embaixo em massas rudes e pesadas. Grandes tufos de algas marinhas agarravam-se às pedras recortadas e pontiagudas, tremulando a cada sopro de vento; e a verde hera enroscava-se, melancólica, em torno das escuras e arruinadas ameias. Por trás erguia-se o antigo castelo, com as torres sem telhado e as maciças muralhas desmoronando, mas contando-nos com orgulho de seu antigo poderio e vigor, como quando, setecentos anos atrás, ressoava com o entrechoque das armas, ou retumbava com o ruído de banquetes e folias. De ambos os lados, as margens do Medway, cobertas de searas e pastagens, com aqui e ali um moinho de vento ou uma igreja ao longe, estendiam-se até onde a vista alcançava, apresentando uma paisagem rica e variada, tornada mais bela pelas sombras cambiantes que passavam velozes sobre ela à medida que as nuvens tênues e semiformadas deslizavam para longe à luz do sol da manhã. O rio, refletindo o azul límpido do céu, reluzia e cintilava enquanto corria sem ruído; e os remos dos pescadores mergulhavam na água com um som claro e líquido, ao passo que seus barcos pesados, mas pitorescos, deslizavam vagarosos correnteza abaixo.

O Sr. Pickwick foi despertado do agradável devaneio em que o haviam mergulhado os objetos diante de si por um suspiro fundo e um toque no ombro. Voltou-se: e o homem lúgubre estava a seu lado.

- Contemplando a paisagem? - indagou o homem lúgubre.

- Estava - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- E felicitando-se por haver-se levantado tão cedo?

O Sr. Pickwick fez que sim com a cabeça.

- Ah! É preciso levantar cedo para ver o sol em todo o seu esplendor, pois seu brilho raramente dura o dia inteiro. A manhã do dia e a manhã da vida não são senão demasiado parecidas.

- O senhor fala com verdade - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Que comum é o dito - prosseguiu o homem lúgubre - "A manhã está bela demais para durar." Como bem se aplicaria à nossa existência de todos os dias. Deus! Que não daria eu para ter de volta os dias de minha infância, ou para poder esquecê-los para sempre!

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick disse com bondade que o homem devia ter sofrido muito.

O homem sombrio concordou depressa. Disse que sofrera mais do que qualquer pessoa que o visse poderia imaginar, e então fez uma pausa antes de continuar.

Ele perguntou a Pickwick se, em uma manhã como aquela, já havia pensado que morrer afogado poderia trazer felicidade e paz.

Pickwick respondeu com firmeza que não e se afastou da grade, com medo de que o homem sombrio o empurrasse como experiência.

O homem sombrio disse que a água calma parecia convidá-lo a descansar. Um salto e uma luta breve, afirmou, acabariam para sempre com toda a dor; então sua agitação desapareceu.

Ele encerrou o assunto sombrio e disse que queria falar de outra coisa. Lembrou Pickwick do texto que lera em voz alta duas noites antes.

Pickwick concordou e começou a explicar o que havia pensado.

O homem sombrio o interrompeu porque não queria opinião. Perguntou se Pickwick mostraria ao clube um manuscrito estranho, porém verdadeiro, sobre a vida real.

Original English Version

'You have seen much trouble, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick compassionately.

'I have,' said the dismal man hurriedly; 'I have. More than those who see me now would believe possible.' He paused for an instant, and then said abruptly--

'Did it ever strike you, on such a morning as this, that drowning would be happiness and peace?'

'God bless me, no!' replied Mr. Pickwick, edging a little from the balustrade, as the possibility of the dismal man's tipping him over, by way of experiment, occurred to him rather forcibly.

'I have thought so, often,' said the dismal man, without noticing the action. 'The calm, cool water seems to me to murmur an invitation to repose and rest. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said--

'There--enough of that. I wish to see you on another subject. You invited me to read that paper, the night before last, and listened attentively while I did so.'

'I did,' replied Mr. Pickwick; 'and I certainly thought--'

'I asked for no opinion,' said the dismal man, interrupting him, 'and I want none. You are travelling for amusement and instruction. Suppose I forward you a curious manuscript--observe, not curious because wild or improbable, but curious as a leaf from the romance of real life--would you communicate it to the club, of which you have spoken so frequently?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor deve ter passado por muitas aflições - disse o Sr. Pickwick, compassivo.

- Passei - disse o homem lúgubre, apressado - , passei. Mais do que julgariam possível os que agora me veem. - Fez uma pausa por um instante, e então disse, abrupto:

- Nunca lhe ocorreu, numa manhã como esta, que afogar-se seria felicidade e paz?

- Deus me guarde, não! - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick, afastando-se um pouco da balaustrada, pois lhe ocorreu com bastante força a possibilidade de o homem lúgubre atirá-lo por cima da mureta, a título de experiência.

- Já pensei nisso, muitas vezes - disse o homem lúgubre, sem reparar no gesto. - A água calma e fria parece-me murmurar um convite ao repouso e ao descanso. Um salto, um chape, uma breve luta; há um remoinho por um instante, que aos poucos se aquieta numa suave ondulação; as águas se fecharam acima de sua cabeça, e o mundo se fechou sobre suas misérias e infortúnios para sempre. - O olho encovado do homem lúgubre faiscou vivamente enquanto ele falava, mas a excitação momentânea logo esmoreceu; e ele se voltou serenamente, dizendo:

- Pronto... basta disso. Desejo tratar com o senhor de outro assunto. O senhor me convidou a ler aquele papel, anteontem à noite, e escutou com atenção enquanto eu o fazia.

- Escutei - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick - , e certamente achei...

- Não pedi opinião nenhuma - disse o homem lúgubre, interrompendo-o - , e não quero nenhuma. O senhor viaja em busca de recreio e instrução. Suponhamos que eu lhe remetesse um curioso manuscrito - repare, curioso não por ser extravagante ou improvável, mas curioso como uma página arrancada ao romance da vida real - , o senhor o comunicaria ao clube de que tantas vezes falou?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick concordou e disse que o manuscrito poderia entrar nos registros oficiais do clube.

O homem sombrio prometeu enviá-lo e anotou a rota de viagem de Pickwick em um caderno engordurado. Recusou o convite para o café da manhã e saiu lentamente da hospedaria.

Os três amigos de Pickwick estavam acordados e esperavam por ele. Sentaram-se à convidativa mesa do café da manhã e comeram depressa presunto, ovos e outros alimentos.

Pickwick pergunta como devem viajar até Manor Farm.

Tupman sugere perguntar ao garçom, então eles o chamam.

O garçom diz que Dingley Dell fica a quinze milhas por uma estrada rural e sugere uma carruagem alugada.

Pickwick diz que essa carruagem comporta apenas duas pessoas.

O garçom sugere uma carruagem de quatro rodas e então percebe que ela só comporta três pessoas, incluindo o cocheiro.

Snodgrass pergunta o que podem fazer.

Olhando para Winkle, o garçom sugere que um cavalheiro vá a cavalo. Um criado de Manor Farm poderá devolver o animal depois.

Original English Version

'Certainly,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'if you wished it; and it would be entered on their transactions.'

'You shall have it,' replied the dismal man. 'Your address;' and, Mr. Pickwick having communicated their probable route, the dismal man carefully noted it down in a greasy pocket-book, and, resisting Mr. Pickwick's pressing invitation to breakfast, left that gentleman at his inn, and walked slowly away.

Mr. Pickwick found that his three companions had risen, and were waiting his arrival to commence breakfast, which was ready laid in tempting display. They sat down to the meal; and broiled ham, eggs, tea, coffee and sundries, began to disappear with a rapidity which at once bore testimony to the excellence of the fare, and the appetites of its consumers.

'Now, about Manor Farm,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'How shall we go?'

'We had better consult the waiter, perhaps,' said Mr. Tupman; and the waiter was summoned accordingly.

'Dingley Dell, gentlemen--fifteen miles, gentlemen--cross road--post- chaise, sir?'

'Post-chaise won't hold more than two,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'True, sir--beg your pardon, sir.--Very nice four-wheel chaise, sir-- seat for two behind--one in front for the gentleman that drives--oh! beg your pardon, sir--that'll only hold three.'

'What's to be done?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Perhaps one of the gentlemen would like to ride, sir?' suggested the waiter, looking towards Mr. Winkle; 'very good saddle-horses, sir--any of Mr. Wardle's men coming to Rochester, bring 'em back, Sir.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Certamente - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick - , se o senhor assim o desejasse; e ele seria lançado às suas atas.

- Há de tê-lo - respondeu o homem lúgubre. - O seu endereço. - E, tendo o Sr. Pickwick comunicado o provável itinerário, o homem lúgubre anotou-o cuidadosamente numa caderneta engordurada e, resistindo ao insistente convite do Sr. Pickwick para o desjejum, deixou aquele cavalheiro à porta da estalagem e afastou-se a passos lentos.

O Sr. Pickwick descobriu que seus três companheiros já se haviam levantado e aguardavam sua chegada para começar o desjejum, o qual estava servido em tentadora exibição. Sentaram-se à mesa; e presunto grelhado, ovos, chá, café e miudezas começaram a desaparecer com uma rapidez que ao mesmo tempo atestava a excelência da comida e o apetite de seus consumidores.

- Bem, quanto à Manor Farm - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Como iremos até lá?

- Talvez fosse melhor consultar o garçom - disse o Sr. Tupman; e o garçom foi convocado sem demora.

- Dingley Dell, cavalheiros... quinze milhas, cavalheiros... estrada secundária... uma sege de posta, senhor?

- Uma sege de posta não comporta mais que dois - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Verdade, senhor... perdão, senhor. Uma caleça muito bonita, de quatro rodas, senhor... assento para dois atrás... um na frente para o cavalheiro que conduz... oh! perdão, senhor... essa só comporta três.

- Que se há de fazer? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Talvez um dos cavalheiros gostasse de ir a cavalo, senhor? - sugeriu o garçom, olhando para o Sr. Winkle. - Ótimos cavalos de sela, senhor... qualquer dos homens do Sr. Wardle que venha a Rochester os traz de volta, senhor.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick gosta da ideia e pede que Winkle vá a cavalo.

Winkle duvida em segredo de sua habilidade para cavalgar, mas não quer que ninguém saiba. Diz com coragem que adoraria ir a cavalo.

Winkle escolheu seu destino e agora não pode escapar.

Pickwick manda preparar os cavalos e a carruagem para as onze.

O garçom concorda.

Depois do café da manhã, os viajantes vão aos quartos para arrumar roupas para a viagem.

Pickwick termina de arrumar as coisas e observa a rua. O garçom anuncia a carruagem, que então aparece diante da janela.

A carruagem é uma pequena caixa verde sobre quatro rodas, com assentos atrás e um banco alto na frente. Um enorme cavalo marrom a puxa, e outro grande cavalo espera Winkle.

Enquanto colocam os casacos na carruagem, Pickwick percebe de repente que não têm cocheiro.

Tupman diz que Pickwick dirigirá, é claro.

Snodgrass concorda.

Pickwick reage com alarme à ideia.

O empregado do estábulo diz que não há perigo porque o cavalo é tão calmo que até um bebê poderia conduzi-lo.

Original English Version

'The very thing,' said Mr. Pickwick. 'Winkle, will you go on horseback?'

Now Mr. Winkle did entertain considerable misgivings in the very lowest recesses of his own heart, relative to his equestrian skill; but, as he would not have them even suspected, on any account, he at once replied with great hardihood, 'Certainly. I should enjoy it of all things.'

Mr. Winkle had rushed upon his fate; there was no resource.

'Let them be at the door by eleven,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Very well, sir,' replied the waiter.

The waiter retired; the breakfast concluded; and the travellers ascended to their respective bedrooms, to prepare a change of clothing, to take with them on their approaching expedition.

Mr. Pickwick had made his preliminary arrangements, and was looking over the coffee-room blinds at the passengers in the street, when the waiter entered, and announced that the chaise was ready--an announcement which the vehicle itself confirmed, by forthwith appearing before the coffee- room blinds aforesaid.

It was a curious little green box on four wheels, with a low place like a wine-bin for two behind, and an elevated perch for one in front, drawn by an immense brown horse, displaying great symmetry of bone. An hostler stood near, holding by the bridle another immense horse--apparently a near relative of the animal in the chaise--ready saddled for Mr. Winkle.

'Bless my soul!' said Mr. Pickwick, as they stood upon the pavement while the coats were being put in. 'Bless my soul! who's to drive? I never thought of that.'

'Oh! you, of course,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Of course,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'I!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick.

'Not the slightest fear, Sir,' interposed the hostler. 'Warrant him quiet, Sir; a hinfant in arms might drive him.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- É exatamente isso - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Winkle, o senhor vai a cavalo?

Ora, o Sr. Winkle nutria consideráveis receios nos mais recônditos escaninhos do próprio coração, no tocante à sua perícia equestre; mas, como não quisesse por nada deste mundo que sequer os suspeitassem, respondeu de pronto, com grande arrojo: - Certamente. Havia de gostar disso mais que de tudo.

O Sr. Winkle precipitara-se ao encontro do próprio destino; não havia mais recurso.

- Que estejam à porta às onze - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Muito bem, senhor - respondeu o garçom.

O garçom retirou-se; concluiu-se o desjejum; e os viajantes subiram aos respectivos quartos para preparar uma muda de roupa, a fim de levá-la consigo na iminente expedição.

O Sr. Pickwick concluíra os preparativos preliminares e espiava, por sobre as cortininhas do salão de café, os transeuntes na rua, quando entrou o garçom e anunciou que a caleça estava pronta - anúncio que o próprio veículo confirmou, aparecendo sem tardança diante das já referidas cortininhas do salão de café.

Era uma curiosa caixinha verde sobre quatro rodas, com um vão baixo, à guisa de adega de vinhos, para dois atrás, e um poleiro elevado para um na frente, puxada por um imenso cavalo castanho, de grande simetria óssea. Um cavalariço postava-se por perto, segurando pela rédea outro cavalo imenso - ao que parecia, parente próximo do animal atrelado à caleça - , já selado para o Sr. Winkle.

- Valha-me Deus! - disse o Sr. Pickwick, enquanto se encontravam na calçada e os casacos eram acomodados. - Valha-me Deus! Quem é que vai conduzir? Não tinha pensado nisso.

- Ora, o senhor, é claro - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- É claro - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Eu! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Nem o menor receio, senhor - interveio o cavalariço. - Garanto que ele é manso, senhor; até uma criancinha de colo poderia conduzi-lo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick pergunta se o cavalo se assusta facilmente.

O empregado diz que ele não se assustaria nem com uma carroça cheia de macacos feridos.

Isso os convence. Tupman e Snodgrass sentam atrás, enquanto Pickwick sobe para o banco alto do cocheiro.

O empregado do estábulo manda seu ajudante William entregar as rédeas a Pickwick.

William coloca as rédeas na mão esquerda de Pickwick, e o outro empregado lhe entrega um chicote.

Pickwick grita para o cavalo parar quando ele tenta recuar contra a janela do hotel.

Tupman e Snodgrass repetem a ordem lá de trás.

O empregado diz que o cavalo está apenas brincando. William o segura enquanto o outro vai ajudar Winkle a montar.

O empregado manda Winkle montar pelo outro lado.

Um rapaz sorridente sussurra que Winkle estava tentando subir pelo lado errado.

Depois de receber instruções, Winkle sobe na sela com muita dificuldade.

Pickwick pergunta se tudo está pronto, embora tenha certeza de que não está.

Original English Version

'He don't shy, does he?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Shy, sir?-he wouldn't shy if he was to meet a vagin-load of monkeys with their tails burned off.'

The last recommendation was indisputable. Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass got into the bin; Mr. Pickwick ascended to his perch, and deposited his feet on a floor-clothed shelf, erected beneath it for that purpose.

'Now, shiny Villiam,' said the hostler to the deputy hostler, 'give the gen'lm'n the ribbons.'

Shiny Villiam'--so called, probably, from his sleek hair and oily countenance--placed the reins in Mr. Pickwick's left hand; and the upper hostler thrust a whip into his right.

'Wo-o!' cried Mr. Pickwick, as the tall quadruped evinced a decided inclination to back into the coffee-room window.

'Wo-o!' echoed Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass, from the bin.

'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting.

'T'other side, sir, if you please.'

'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter.

Mr. Winkle, thus instructed, climbed into his saddle, with about as much difficulty as he would have experienced in getting up the side of a first-rate man-of-war.

'All right?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, with an inward presentiment that it was all wrong.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ele não se assusta, não é? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Se assusta, senhor? Ele não se assustaria nem que encontrasse uma carroça carregada de macacos com o rabo chamuscado.

A última recomendação era indiscutível. O Sr. Tupman e o Sr. Snodgrass acomodaram-se no vão; o Sr. Pickwick subiu ao seu poleiro e apoiou os pés numa prateleira forrada de oleado, erguida por baixo dele para tal fim.

- Vamos, Villiam Reluzente - disse o cavalariço ao ajudante de cavalariço - , dá as fitas ao cavalheiro.

Villiam Reluzente - assim chamado, provavelmente, por causa do cabelo lustroso e da fisionomia oleosa - colocou as rédeas na mão esquerda do Sr. Pickwick; e o cavalariço-mor lhe enfiou um chicote na direita.

- Uôô! - gritou o Sr. Pickwick, quando o alto quadrúpede manifestou decidida inclinação a recuar contra a janela do salão de café.

- Uôô! - ecoaram o Sr. Tupman e o Sr. Snodgrass, lá do vão.

- É só brincadeira dele, cavalheiros - disse o cavalariço-chefe, encorajador. - É só agarrar ele, Villiam. - O ajudante conteve a impetuosidade do animal, e o chefe correu a ajudar o Sr. Winkle a montar.

- Do outro lado, senhor, por favor.

- Diabos me levem se o cavalheiro não ia montar do lado errado - cochichou um moço de cavalariça, de sorriso escancarado, ao garçom inefavelmente satisfeito.

O Sr. Winkle, assim instruído, içou-se para a sela com quase tanta dificuldade quanto teria experimentado ao subir pelo costado de um navio de guerra de primeira classe.

- Tudo em ordem? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick, com o íntimo pressentimento de que tudo estava em desordem.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle diz em voz fraca que tudo está pronto.

Os empregados soltam os cavalos. A carruagem e Winkle partem enquanto todos no pátio do hotel observam com diversão.

Snodgrass pergunta por que o cavalo de Winkle está andando de lado.

Winkle diz que não consegue imaginar. Seu cavalo continua andando de lado, com a cabeça e a cauda voltadas para lados opostos da rua.

Pickwick está ocupado demais controlando o cavalo da carruagem para perceber. O animal puxa com força, salta de repente para a beira da estrada, para e depois corre sem controle.

Depois que isso acontece vinte vezes, Snodgrass pergunta o que o cavalo pretende com aquilo.

Tupman diz que parece que o cavalo está assustado. Antes que Snodgrass responda, Pickwick grita.

Pickwick diz que deixou cair o chicote.

Snodgrass pede que Winkle o pegue. Winkle luta para parar o cavalo, desce, devolve o chicote e se prepara para montar de novo.

Assim que Winkle toca as rédeas, o cavalo solta a cabeça e recua até esticar as rédeas por completo.

Original English Version

'All right,' replied Mr. Winkle faintly.

'Let 'em go,' cried the hostler.--'Hold him in, sir;' and away went the chaise, and the saddle-horse, with Mr. Pickwick on the box of the one, and Mr. Winkle on the back of the other, to the delight and gratification of the whole inn-yard.

'What makes him go sideways?' said Mr. Snodgrass in the bin, to Mr. Winkle in the saddle.

'I can't imagine,' replied Mr. Winkle. His horse was drifting up the street in the most mysterious manner--side first, with his head towards one side of the way, and his tail towards the other.

Mr. Pickwick had no leisure to observe either this or any other particular, the whole of his faculties being concentrated in the management of the animal attached to the chaise, who displayed various peculiarities, highly interesting to a bystander, but by no means equally amusing to any one seated behind him. Besides constantly jerking his head up, in a very unpleasant and uncomfortable manner, and tugging at the reins to an extent which rendered it a matter of great difficulty for Mr. Pickwick to hold them, he had a singular propensity for darting suddenly every now and then to the side of the road, then stopping short, and then rushing forward for some minutes, at a speed which it was wholly impossible to control.

'What _can_ he mean by this?' said Mr. Snodgrass, when the horse had executed this manoeuvre for the twentieth time.

'I don't know,' replied Mr. Tupman; 'it looks very like shying, don't it?' Mr. Snodgrass was about to reply, when he was interrupted by a shout from Mr. Pickwick.

'Woo!' said that gentleman; 'I have dropped my whip.'

'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount.

Now whether the tall horse, in the natural playfulness of his disposition, was desirous of having a little innocent recreation with Mr. Winkle, or whether it occurred to him that he could perform the journey as much to his own satisfaction without a rider as with one, are points upon which, of course, we can arrive at no definite and distinct conclusion. By whatever motives the animal was actuated, certain it is that Mr. Winkle had no sooner touched the reins, than he slipped them over his head, and darted backwards to their full length.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Tudo em ordem - respondeu o Sr. Winkle, com voz fraca.

- Soltem-nos - gritou o cavalariço. - Segure firme, senhor. - E lá se foram a caleça e o cavalo de sela, com o Sr. Pickwick na boleia de uma e o Sr. Winkle no dorso do outro, para deleite e regozijo de todo o pátio da estalagem.

- Por que será que ele anda de lado? - perguntou o Sr. Snodgrass, do vão, ao Sr. Winkle, na sela.

- Não faço ideia - respondeu o Sr. Winkle. Seu cavalo subia a rua da mais misteriosa maneira - de flanco, com a cabeça voltada para um lado do caminho e o rabo para o outro.

O Sr. Pickwick não dispunha de lazer para observar isso, nem qualquer outro pormenor, achando-se todas as suas faculdades concentradas no manejo do animal atrelado à caleça, o qual exibia diversas peculiaridades, sumamente interessantes para um observador, mas de modo algum igualmente divertidas para quem quer que estivesse sentado atrás dele. Além de sacudir constantemente a cabeça para cima, de maneira assaz desagradável e incômoda, e de puxar as rédeas a ponto de tornar dificílima tarefa segurá-las para o Sr. Pickwick, tinha ele singular propensão a arremeter subitamente, de quando em quando, para a beira da estrada, estacar de chofre e então disparar para a frente por alguns minutos, a uma velocidade totalmente impossível de controlar.

- Que _diabo_ ele quer com isso? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, quando o cavalo executou essa manobra pela vigésima vez.

- Não sei - respondeu o Sr. Tupman - , mas parece muito com espanto, não parece? - O Sr. Snodgrass ia responder, quando foi interrompido por um brado do Sr. Pickwick.

- Uôô! - fez aquele cavalheiro. - Deixei cair o chicote.

- Winkle - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, quando o cavaleiro veio a trote no cavalo alto, com o chapéu sobre as orelhas e sacudindo todo, como se fosse esfacelar-se com a violência do exercício - , apanhe o chicote, seja bom moço. - O Sr. Winkle puxou pela rédea do cavalo alto até ficar roxo na cara; e, tendo enfim conseguido detê-lo, apeou-se, entregou o chicote ao Sr. Pickwick e, agarrando as rédeas, preparou-se para tornar a montar.

Ora, se o cavalo alto, na natural brincalhice de sua índole, desejava um pouco de inocente recreio com o Sr. Winkle, ou se lhe ocorreu que poderia realizar a jornada tão a seu contento sem cavaleiro quanto com um, são pontos sobre os quais, é claro, não podemos chegar a nenhuma conclusão definida e precisa. Quaisquer que fossem os motivos que animavam o animal, certo é que o Sr. Winkle mal tocara nas rédeas quando ele as escorregou por cima da cabeça e disparou para trás em todo o seu comprimento.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Winkle fala com carinho, mas o cavalo se afasta sempre que ele se aproxima. Durante dez minutos, os dois giram um ao redor do outro, mantendo a mesma distância.

Winkle grita que não consegue montar e pergunta o que deve fazer.

Pickwick aconselha que ele conduza o cavalo até encontrarem um portão.

Winkle grita que o cavalo se recusa a segui-lo e implora que Pickwick ajude a segurá-lo.

O bondoso Pickwick solta as rédeas da carruagem, desce, coloca o veículo junto à cerca e vai ajudar Winkle.

Ao ver Pickwick com o chicote, o cavalo de Winkle recua depressa e arrasta Winkle. Quando Winkle solta as rédeas, o animal se vira calmamente e volta a Rochester. Os dois homens se encaram até ouvirem outro veículo em movimento.

Pickwick grita que o cavalo da carruagem está fugindo.

As rédeas soltas e o barulho assustam o cavalo, que dispara com Tupman e Snodgrass. Eles saltam para uma cerca antes que a carruagem atinja uma ponte de madeira e se despedace.

Original English Version

'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured.

'What am I to do?' shouted Mr. Winkle, after the dodging had been prolonged for a considerable time. 'What am I to do? I can't get on him.'

'You had better lead him till we come to a turnpike,' replied Mr. Pickwick from the chaise.

'But he won't come!' roared Mr. Winkle. 'Do come and hold him.'

Mr. Pickwick was the very personation of kindness and humanity: he threw the reins on the horse's back, and having descended from his seat, carefully drew the chaise into the hedge, lest anything should come along the road, and stepped back to the assistance of his distressed companion, leaving Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the vehicle.

The horse no sooner beheld Mr. Pickwick advancing towards him with the chaise whip in his hand, than he exchanged the rotary motion in which he had previously indulged, for a retrograde movement of so very determined a character, that it at once drew Mr. Winkle, who was still at the end of the bridle, at a rather quicker rate than fast walking, in the direction from which they had just come. Mr. Pickwick ran to his assistance, but the faster Mr. Pickwick ran forward, the faster the horse ran backward. There was a great scraping of feet, and kicking up of the dust; and at last Mr. Winkle, his arms being nearly pulled out of their sockets, fairly let go his hold. The horse paused, stared, shook his head, turned round, and quietly trotted home to Rochester, leaving Mr. Winkle and Mr. Pickwick gazing on each other with countenances of blank dismay. A rattling noise at a little distance attracted their attention. They looked up.

'Bless my soul!' exclaimed the agonised Mr. Pickwick; 'there's the other horse running away!'

It was but too true. The animal was startled by the noise, and the reins were on his back. The results may be guessed. He tore off with the four- wheeled chaise behind him, and Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the four- wheeled chaise. The heat was a short one. Mr. Tupman threw himself into the hedge, Mr. Snodgrass followed his example, the horse dashed the four--wheeled chaise against a wooden bridge, separated the wheels from the body, and the bin from the perch; and finally stood stock still to gaze upon the ruin he had made.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Pobre bicho - disse o Sr. Winkle, com brandura - , pobre bicho... bom cavalinho velho. - Mas o "pobre bicho" era à prova de lisonja; quanto mais o Sr. Winkle tentava aproximar-se dele, mais ele se esquivava para o lado; e, a despeito de todo o gênero de agrados e afagos, lá ficaram o Sr. Winkle e o cavalo girando um em torno do outro por dez minutos, ao cabo dos quais cada qual se achava exatamente à mesma distância do outro que no início - coisa pouco satisfatória em quaisquer circunstâncias, mas particularmente numa estrada deserta, onde não se pode obter socorro algum.

- Que é que eu faço? - gritou o Sr. Winkle, depois que a esquiva se prolongara por tempo considerável. - Que é que eu faço? Não consigo montar nele.

- É melhor o senhor levá-lo pela rédea até chegarmos a um pedágio - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick, da caleça.

- Mas ele não vem! - bradou o Sr. Winkle. - Venha, por favor, e segure-o.

O Sr. Pickwick era a própria personificação da bondade e da humanidade: jogou as rédeas sobre o dorso do cavalo e, tendo descido do assento, puxou cuidadosamente a caleça para junto da cerca viva, para o caso de algo surgir pela estrada, e voltou a pé em auxílio do aflito companheiro, deixando o Sr. Tupman e o Sr. Snodgrass no veículo.

Mal o cavalo viu o Sr. Pickwick avançando em sua direção com o chicote da caleça na mão, trocou o movimento rotatório em que antes se comprazia por um recuo de caráter tão resoluto que arrastou de pronto o Sr. Winkle, ainda preso à ponta da rédea, a um ritmo um tanto mais veloz que uma caminhada apressada, na direção de onde acabavam de vir. O Sr. Pickwick correu em seu socorro, mas, quanto mais depressa corria para a frente, mais depressa o cavalo corria para trás. Houve grande arrastar de patas e levantar de poeira; e por fim o Sr. Winkle, com os braços quase arrancados das juntas, soltou de vez a rédea. O cavalo estacou, arregalou os olhos, sacudiu a cabeça, deu meia-volta e trotou tranquilamente de volta a Rochester, deixando o Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Pickwick a se entreolharem com semblantes de completa consternação. Um ruído estridente a pequena distância atraiu-lhes a atenção. Ergueram os olhos.

- Valha-me Deus! - exclamou o agoniado Sr. Pickwick. - Lá vai o outro cavalo, disparado!

Não era senão a mais pura verdade. O animal, assustado com o ruído, tinha as rédeas soltas no dorso. Os resultados podem ser adivinhados. Ele arrancou com a caleça de quatro rodas atrás de si, e o Sr. Tupman e o Sr. Snodgrass dentro da caleça de quatro rodas. A corrida foi breve. O Sr. Tupman atirou-se à cerca viva, o Sr. Snodgrass seguiu-lhe o exemplo, o cavalo arremessou a caleça de quatro rodas contra uma ponte de madeira, separou as rodas da caixa, e o vão do poleiro; e por fim ficou parado, imóvel, a contemplar a ruína que causara.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick e Winkle tiram os amigos da cerca. Eles estão com roupas rasgadas e arranhões, mas não têm ferimentos graves. O grupo remove o equipamento do cavalo e segue a pé, deixando a carruagem quebrada.

Depois de uma hora, chegam a uma pequena hospedaria à beira da estrada, cercada por velhos galpões e feno. Pickwick chama um homem ruivo que trabalha no jardim.

O homem se levanta, protege os olhos da luz e os observa devagar.

Pickwick chama novamente.

O homem ruivo responde com o mesmo chamado.

Pickwick pergunta a que distância fica Dingley Dell.

O homem diz que fica a mais de sete milhas.

Pickwick pergunta se a estrada é boa.

O homem diz que não e volta ao trabalho. Pickwick pergunta se podem deixar o cavalo ali.

O homem repete a pergunta enquanto se apoia na ferramenta.

Pickwick confirma e leva o cavalo para mais perto.

O homem ruivo sai do jardim, examina o cavalo e chama a esposa em voz alta.

Original English Version

The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. The next thing to be done was to unharness the horse. This complicated process having been effected, the party walked slowly forward, leading the horse among them, and abandoning the chaise to its fate.

An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. A red-headed man was working in the garden; and to him Mr. Pickwick called lustily, 'Hollo there!'

The red-headed man raised his body, shaded his eyes with his hand, and stared, long and coolly, at Mr. Pickwick and his companions.

'Hollo there!' repeated Mr. Pickwick.

'Hollo!' was the red-headed man's reply.

'How far is it to Dingley Dell?'

'Better er seven mile.'

'Is it a good road?'

'No, 'tain't.' Having uttered this brief reply, and apparently satisfied himself with another scrutiny, the red-headed man resumed his work. 'We want to put this horse up here,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'I suppose we can, can't we?'

Want to put that ere horse up, do ee?' repeated the red-headed man, leaning on his spade.

'Of course,' replied Mr. Pickwick, who had by this time advanced, horse in hand, to the garden rails.

'Missus'--roared the man with the red head, emerging from the garden, and looking very hard at the horse--'missus!'

Tradução Integral em Português

O primeiro cuidado dos dois amigos não tombados foi extrair os infortunados companheiros de seu leito de espinheiros - processo que lhes deu a indizível satisfação de descobrir que não haviam sofrido dano algum, além de vários rasgões nas roupas e diversas lacerações causadas pelas silvas. A coisa seguinte a fazer era desarrear o cavalo. Efetuado esse complicado processo, o grupo pôs-se a caminhar lentamente para a frente, conduzindo o cavalo no meio deles e abandonando a caleça ao seu destino.

Uma hora de caminhada trouxe os viajantes a uma pequena taberna à beira da estrada, com dois olmos, um cocho de cavalos e um poste de tabuleta em frente; um ou dois disformes montes de feno atrás, uma horta ao lado, e telheiros apodrecidos e casebres em ruína amontoados em estranha confusão por toda a volta. Um homem ruivo trabalhava na horta; e a ele o Sr. Pickwick gritou com vigor: - Olá, você aí!

O homem ruivo endireitou o corpo, protegeu os olhos com a mão e fitou, demorada e friamente, o Sr. Pickwick e seus companheiros.

- Olá, você aí! - repetiu o Sr. Pickwick.

- Olá! - foi a resposta do homem ruivo.

- A que distância fica Dingley Dell?

- Umas sete milhas, ou mais.

- A estrada é boa?

- Não, num é. - Tendo proferido essa breve resposta e, ao que parece, satisfeito consigo mesmo após novo exame, o homem ruivo retomou o trabalho. - Queremos deixar este cavalo aqui - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Suponho que podemos, não podemos?

- Quer deixar esse cavalo aí, é? - repetiu o homem ruivo, apoiando-se na pá.

- Claro - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick, que a essa altura já avançara, cavalo em punho, até a cerca da horta.

- Patroa! - berrou o homem da cabeça ruiva, saindo da horta e olhando com muita fixidez para o cavalo. - Patroa!

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Uma mulher alta e magra, usando um casaco azul grosseiro, responde.

Tupman pergunta com educação se podem deixar o cavalo. A mulher examina o grupo enquanto o homem sussurra para ela.

Depois de pensar, ela se recusa porque tem medo do cavalo.

Pickwick pergunta do que ela poderia ter medo.

Ela diz que um cavalo causou problemas antes e se recusa a se envolver.

O espantado Pickwick chama isso de acontecimento mais estranho de sua vida.

Winkle sugere em voz baixa que o casal acredita que eles roubaram o cavalo.

Pickwick reage com raiva, e Winkle repete sua ideia.

Pickwick pergunta diretamente ao homem ruivo se ele acha que eles o roubaram.

O homem sorri muito, diz ter certeza de que sim, entra na casa e bate a porta.

Pickwick chama a situação de sonho horrível: precisam caminhar o dia inteiro com um cavalo terrível que não podem deixar em lugar algum. O grupo infeliz continua com o animal odiado atrás deles.

Original English Version

A tall, bony woman--straight all the way down--in a coarse, blue pelisse, with the waist an inch or two below her arm-pits, responded to the call.

'Can we put this horse up here, my good woman?' said Mr. Tupman, advancing, and speaking in his most seductive tones. The woman looked very hard at the whole party; and the red-headed man whispered something in her ear.

'No,' replied the woman, after a little consideration, 'I'm afeerd on it.'

'Afraid!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick, 'what's the woman afraid of?'

'It got us in trouble last time,' said the woman, turning into the house; 'I woan't have nothin' to say to 'un.'

'Most extraordinary thing I have ever met with in my life,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick.

'I--I--really believe,' whispered Mr. Winkle, as his friends gathered round him, 'that they think we have come by this horse in some dishonest manner.'

'What!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick, in a storm of indignation. Mr. Winkle modestly repeated his suggestion.

'Hollo, you fellow,' said the angry Mr. Pickwick, 'do you think we stole the horse?'

'I'm sure ye did,' replied the red-headed man, with a grin which agitated his countenance from one auricular organ to the other. Saying which he turned into the house and banged the door after him.

'It's like a dream,' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, 'a hideous dream. The idea of a man's walking about all day with a dreadful horse that he can't get rid of!' The depressed Pickwickians turned moodily away, with the tall quadruped, for which they all felt the most unmitigated disgust, following slowly at their heels.

Tradução Integral em Português

Uma mulher alta e ossuda - reta de cima a baixo - numa grosseira pelica azul, com a cintura uma ou duas polegadas abaixo das axilas, atendeu ao chamado.

- Podemos deixar este cavalo aqui, minha boa senhora? - disse o Sr. Tupman, avançando e falando em seu tom mais sedutor. A mulher fitou com muita fixidez todo o grupo; e o homem ruivo cochichou-lhe algo ao ouvido.

- Não - respondeu a mulher, após breve reflexão - , tenho lá minhas dúvidas.

- Dúvidas! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick. - Do que é que a mulher tem medo?

- Da última vez nos meteu em encrenca - disse a mulher, virando-se para entrar em casa. - Num quero nada com ele.

- Coisa mais extraordinária que já topei na vida - disse o assombrado Sr. Pickwick.

- Eu... eu... acho mesmo - cochichou o Sr. Winkle, quando os amigos se reuniram em torno dele - que eles pensam que arranjamos este cavalo de maneira desonesta.

- O quê! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick, numa tempestade de indignação. O Sr. Winkle repetiu, modesto, a sua suposição.

- Olá, meu caro - disse o irado Sr. Pickwick - , você acha que roubamos o cavalo?

- Tenho certeza que roubaram - respondeu o homem ruivo, com um sorriso que lhe agitou a fisionomia de uma orelha à outra. Dito isto, entrou em casa e bateu a porta atrás de si.

- Parece um sonho - ejaculou o Sr. Pickwick - , um sonho medonho. A ideia de um homem passar o dia inteiro andando por aí com um cavalo horrendo do qual não consegue se livrar! - Os abatidos pickwickianos afastaram-se, taciturnos, com o alto quadrúpede, pelo qual todos nutriam o mais absoluto asco, seguindo-lhes lentamente os calcanhares.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

No fim da tarde, entram na estrada de Manor Farm. Suas roupas rasgadas, rostos arranhados, sapatos empoeirados, aparência cansada e o cavalo indesejado os fazem parecer absurdos. Pickwick pensa com raiva em matar ou soltar o cavalo até que o Sr. Wardle e o menino gordo aparecem.

Wardle diz que esperou o dia inteiro e pergunta sobre os arranhões e o acidente. Acorda Joe e manda que leve o cavalo ao estábulo.

O menino gordo leva o cavalo devagar. Wardle ouve com compaixão parte da história e os conduz à cozinha.

Wardle promete arrumá-los e então pede licor de cereja, materiais de costura, toalhas e água.

Várias jovens fortes correm para buscar os objetos. Dois homens perto do fogo trazem graxa e escovas.

Todos trabalham depressa. Uma jovem serve a bebida, outra traz toalhas, um homem escova com força as botas de Pickwick, e o outro escova Winkle como um cavalo.

Original English Version

It was late in the afternoon when the four friends and their four-footed companion turned into the lane leading to Manor Farm; and even when they were so near their place of destination, the pleasure they would otherwise have experienced was materially damped as they reflected on the singularity of their appearance, and the absurdity of their situation. Torn clothes, lacerated faces, dusty shoes, exhausted looks, and, above all, the horse. Oh, how Mr. Pickwick cursed that horse: he had eyed the noble animal from time to time with looks expressive of hatred and revenge; more than once he had calculated the probable amount of the expense he would incur by cutting his throat; and now the temptation to destroy him, or to cast him loose upon the world, rushed upon his mind with tenfold force. He was roused from a meditation on these dire imaginings by the sudden appearance of two figures at a turn of the lane. It was Mr. Wardle, and his faithful attendant, the fat boy.

'Why, where have you been?' said the hospitable old gentleman; 'I've been waiting for you all day. Well, you _do_ look tired. What! Scratches! Not hurt, I hope--eh? Well, I _am_ glad to hear that--very. So you've been spilt, eh? Never mind. Common accident in these parts. Joe--he's asleep again!--Joe, take that horse from the gentlemen, and lead it into the stable.'

The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen.

'We'll have you put to rights here,' said the old gentleman, 'and then I'll introduce you to the people in the parlour. Emma, bring out the cherry brandy; now, Jane, a needle and thread here; towels and water, Mary. Come, girls, bustle about.'

Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes.

'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse.

Tradução Integral em Português

Era o fim da tarde quando os quatro amigos e seu companheiro de quatro patas entraram na vereda que levava à Manor Farm; e mesmo tão perto de seu destino, o prazer que de outro modo teriam experimentado ficou substancialmente arrefecido ao refletirem sobre a singularidade de sua aparência e o absurdo de sua situação. Roupas rasgadas, rostos lacerados, sapatos empoeirados, ares de exaustão e, acima de tudo, o cavalo. Oh, como o Sr. Pickwick amaldiçoava aquele cavalo: mirara o nobre animal de tempos em tempos com olhares carregados de ódio e vingança; mais de uma vez calculara a provável despesa em que incorreria ao cortar-lhe o pescoço; e agora a tentação de destruí-lo, ou de largá-lo ao mundo, acometia-lhe o espírito com força decuplicada. Foi arrancado da meditação sobre essas sinistras fantasias pelo súbito surgimento de duas figuras numa curva da vereda. Eram o Sr. Wardle e seu fiel serviçal, o menino gordo.

- Ora, mas por onde andaram? - disse o hospitaleiro velho cavalheiro. - Estou à espera dos senhores o dia inteiro. Vejam só, como estão cansados! O quê! Arranhões! Não se machucaram, espero... hein? Bem, _fico_ contente de ouvir isso... muito. Então tomaram um tombo, hein? Não faz mal. Acidente comum por estas bandas. Joe... está dormindo outra vez!... Joe, pegue esse cavalo das mãos dos cavalheiros e leve-o para a estrebaria.

O menino gordo arrastou-se pesadamente atrás deles com o animal; e o velho cavalheiro, condoendo-se dos hóspedes, em linguagem chã, por tanto das aventuras do dia quanto lhes aprouve comunicar, tomou a dianteira rumo à cozinha.

- Vamos deixá-los em ordem aqui - disse o velho cavalheiro - , e depois eu os apresento à gente da sala. Emma, traga a aguardente de cereja; agora, Jane, uma agulha e linha aqui; toalhas e água, Mary. Vamos, meninas, mexam-se.

Três ou quatro moças roliças espalharam-se sem demora em busca dos diferentes artigos requisitados, enquanto um par de homens cabeçudos, de rosto arredondado, ergueu-se dos assentos no canto da lareira (pois, embora fosse uma tarde de maio, seu apego ao fogo de lenha parecia tão cordial como se fosse Natal) e mergulhou nalguns recessos obscuros, de onde logo extraíram um frasco de graxa e uma meia dúzia de escovas.

- Mexam-se! - disse novamente o velho cavalheiro, mas a advertência era de todo desnecessária, pois uma das moças servia a aguardente de cereja, e outra trazia as toalhas, e um dos homens, agarrando de repente o Sr. Pickwick pela perna, com iminente risco de derrubá-lo do equilíbrio, escovava-lhe a bota até deixar-lhe os calos em brasa; enquanto o outro friccionava o Sr. Winkle com uma pesada escova de roupas, entregando-se, durante a operação, àquele silvo que os cavalariços costumam produzir quando ocupados em esfregar um cavalo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Depois de se lavar, Snodgrass bebe licor de cereja e observa a grande cozinha. Presuntos, bacon, cebolas, equipamentos de montaria, uma velha arma carregada, um relógio antigo e um relógio de bolso de prata a decoram.

Quando todos estão limpos, com as roupas consertadas, escovados e servidos com licor, Wardle pergunta se estão prontos.

Pickwick diz que estão totalmente prontos.

Eles seguem Wardle por corredores escuros. Tupman se junta ao grupo depois de ficar para trás a fim de roubar um beijo de Emma e receber empurrões e arranhões em troca.

Wardle abre a porta e recebe os cavalheiros com carinho em Manor Farm.

Original English Version

Mr. Snodgrass, having concluded his ablutions, took a survey of the room, while standing with his back to the fire, sipping his cherry brandy with heartfelt satisfaction. He describes it as a large apartment, with a red brick floor and a capacious chimney; the ceiling garnished with hams, sides of bacon, and ropes of onions. The walls were decorated with several hunting-whips, two or three bridles, a saddle, and an old rusty blunderbuss, with an inscription below it, intimating that it was 'Loaded'--as it had been, on the same authority, for half a century at least. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser.

'Ready?' said the old gentleman inquiringly, when his guests had been washed, mended, brushed, and brandied.

'Quite,' replied Mr. Pickwick.

'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door.

'Welcome,' said their hospitable host, throwing it open and stepping forward to announce them, 'welcome, gentlemen, to Manor Farm.'

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Snodgrass, tendo concluído as abluções, deu uma vista de olhos pela sala, enquanto se mantinha de costas para o fogo, saboreando a aguardente de cereja com sincera satisfação. Descreve-a como um amplo aposento, de piso de tijolos vermelhos e espaçosa chaminé; o teto guarnecido de presuntos, quartos de toucinho e réstias de cebola. As paredes achavam-se adornadas com vários chicotes de caça, dois ou três freios, uma sela e um velho bacamarte enferrujado, com uma inscrição por baixo, dando a entender que estava "Carregado" - como, segundo a mesma autoridade, o estivera por meio século pelo menos. Um velho relógio de oito dias, de porte solene e sereno, tiquetaqueava gravemente num canto; e um relógio de bolso de prata, de igual antiguidade, pendia de um dos muitos ganchos que ornamentavam o aparador.

- Prontos? - perguntou o velho cavalheiro, quando os seus hóspedes tinham sido lavados, remendados, escovados e aguardentados.

- Perfeitamente - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick.

- Venham, então. - E o grupo, tendo atravessado vários corredores escuros e sendo alcançado pelo Sr. Tupman, que se demorara atrás para roubar um beijo de Emma, pelo que fora devidamente recompensado com sortidos empurrões e arranhões, chegou à porta da sala.

- Bem-vindos - disse o hospitaleiro anfitrião, escancarando-a e adiantando-se para anunciá-los - , bem-vindos, cavalheiros, à Manor Farm.

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CHAPTER VI. An Old-fashioned Card-party--the Clergyman's Verses--the Story of the Convict's Return

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Os convidados se levantam para receber Pickwick e seus amigos. Durante as apresentações, Pickwick estuda a aparência de todos e imagina suas personalidades.

A mãe muito idosa de Wardle se senta no lugar de honra perto do fogo. A família a cerca com uma corneta auditiva, frutas, remédio e almofadas. Diante dela estão o bondoso religioso local, sua esposa alegre e vários outros convidados idosos e sérios.

Wardle apresenta o Sr. Pickwick à mãe em voz alta.

A velha senhora diz que não consegue ouvi-lo.

As duas jovens gritam o nome de Pickwick para a avó.

A velha senhora diz que isso não importa porque Pickwick provavelmente não se interessa por alguém tão idosa.

Pickwick segura a mão dela e diz em voz alta que está encantado ao ver uma mulher de sua idade liderando uma família tão boa e parecendo jovem e saudável.

Depois de uma pausa, a velha senhora diz que as palavras podem ser bonitas, mas ela não consegue ouvi-lo.

Original English Version

Several guests who were assembled in the old parlour rose to greet Mr. Pickwick and his friends upon their entrance; and during the performance of the ceremony of introduction, with all due formalities, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to observe the appearance, and speculate upon the characters and pursuits, of the persons by whom he was surrounded--a habit in which he, in common with many other great men, delighted to indulge.

A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. The aunt, the two young ladies, and Mr. Wardle, each vying with the other in paying zealous and unremitting attentions to the old lady, crowded round her easy-chair, one holding her ear-trumpet, another an orange, and a third a smelling- bottle, while a fourth was busily engaged in patting and punching the pillows which were arranged for her support. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers.

'Mr. Pickwick, mother,' said Mr. Wardle, at the very top of his voice.

'Ah!' said the old lady, shaking her head; 'I can't hear you.'

'Mr. Pickwick, grandma!' screamed both the young ladies together.

'Ah!' exclaimed the old lady. 'Well, it don't much matter. He don't care for an old 'ooman like me, I dare say.'

'I assure you, ma'am,' said Mr. Pickwick, grasping the old lady's hand, and speaking so loud that the exertion imparted a crimson hue to his benevolent countenance--'I assure you, ma'am, that nothing delights me more than to see a lady of your time of life heading so fine a family, and looking so young and well.'

'Ah!' said the old lady, after a short pause: 'it's all very fine, I dare say; but I can't hear him.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Vários hóspedes reunidos na velha sala ergueram-se para saudar o Sr. Pickwick e seus amigos ao entrarem estes; e, durante a execução da cerimônia de apresentação, com todas as formalidades devidas, o Sr. Pickwick teve lazer para observar a aparência e especular sobre o caráter e as ocupações das pessoas que o cercavam - hábito ao qual, em comum com muitos outros grandes homens, ele se comprazia em entregar-se.

Uma senhora muito idosa, de touca alta e vestido de seda desbotado - nada menos que a mãe do Sr. Wardle - ocupava o posto de honra no canto direito da lareira; e vários atestados de haver ela sido criada no bom caminho quando jovem, e de não se ter dele afastado quando velha, ornamentavam as paredes, sob a forma de amostras de bordado de data antiga, paisagens de lã de igual antiguidade e pegadores de chaleira de seda carmesim de época mais moderna. A tia, as duas jovens senhoritas e o Sr. Wardle, rivalizando cada qual com o outro em dispensar atenções zelosas e incessantes à velha senhora, apinhavam-se em torno de sua poltrona, um segurando-lhe a corneta acústica, outro uma laranja, e um terceiro um frasco de sais, enquanto um quarto se ocupava afanosamente em afofar e socar as almofadas dispostas para o seu amparo. Do lado oposto sentava-se um velho cavalheiro calvo, de rosto bem-humorado e benevolente - o clérigo de Dingley Dell; e a seu lado sentava-se a esposa, uma velha senhora robusta e viçosa, que parecia muito versada não só na arte e no mistério de fabricar licores caseiros para grande satisfação alheia, mas também de prová-los ocasionalmente para muito grande satisfação própria. Um homenzinho de cabeça-dura, com cara de maçã Ripstone, conversava com um gordo velho cavalheiro num canto; e mais dois ou três velhos cavalheiros, e mais duas ou três velhas senhoras, sentavam-se hirtos e imóveis nas cadeiras, fitando com muita fixidez o Sr. Pickwick e seus companheiros de viagem.

- O Sr. Pickwick, mãe - disse o Sr. Wardle, no mais alto de sua voz.

- Ah! - disse a velha senhora, sacudindo a cabeça. - Não consigo ouvi-lo.

- O Sr. Pickwick, vovó! - gritaram juntas as duas jovens senhoritas.

- Ah! - exclamou a velha senhora. - Bem, não tem grande importância. Ele não liga para uma velha como eu, ouso dizer.

- Asseguro-lhe, minha senhora - disse o Sr. Pickwick, apertando a mão da velha senhora e falando tão alto que o esforço imprimiu um tom carmesim ao seu benevolente semblante - , asseguro-lhe, minha senhora, que nada me deleita mais do que ver uma dama de sua idade à frente de tão bela família, e com aparência tão jovem e saudável.

- Ah! - disse a velha senhora, após breve pausa. - Tudo muito bonito, ouso dizer; mas não consigo ouvi-lo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Isabella explica em voz baixa que a avó está irritada, mas falará com Pickwick mais tarde.

Pickwick aceita com bondade o problema da idade e começa a conversar com os outros convidados.

Pickwick diz que o lugar é encantador.

Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle concordam.

Wardle diz que também acha o lugar encantador.

Um homem pequeno e sério declara com firmeza que nenhum lugar em Kent é melhor e olha ao redor com orgulho, como se tivesse vencido uma discussão.

Depois de uma pausa, o homem repete que nenhum lugar em Kent é melhor.

O homem gordo acrescentou com seriedade: - Exceto Mullins's Meadows.

O outro homem repetiu "Mullins's Meadows!" com grande desprezo.

O homem gordo repetiu com firmeza que se referia a Mullins's Meadows.

Outro homem gordo disse que aquela era uma terra realmente boa.

Um terceiro homem gordo concordou que certamente era.

O corpulento anfitrião disse que todos sabiam disso.

O homem prático olhou ao redor com incerteza. Quando viu que todos discordavam dele, mostrou pena deles e ficou calado.

Original English Version

'Grandma's rather put out now,' said Miss Isabella Wardle, in a low tone; 'but she'll talk to you presently.'

Mr. Pickwick nodded his readiness to humour the infirmities of age, and entered into a general conversation with the other members of the circle.

'Delightful situation this,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Delightful!' echoed Messrs. Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle.

'Well, I think it is,' said Mr. Wardle.

'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent, sir,' said the hard- headed man with the pippin--face; 'there ain't indeed, sir--I'm sure there ain't, Sir.' The hard-headed man looked triumphantly round, as if he had been very much contradicted by somebody, but had got the better of him at last.

'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent,' said the hard-headed man again, after a pause.

''Cept Mullins's Meadows,' observed the fat man solemnly.

'Mullins's Meadows!' ejaculated the other, with profound contempt.

'Ah, Mullins's Meadows,' repeated the fat man.

'Reg'lar good land that,' interposed another fat man.

'And so it is, sure-ly,' said a third fat man.

'Everybody knows that,' said the corpulent host.

The hard-headed man looked dubiously round, but finding himself in a minority, assumed a compassionate air and said no more.

Tradução Integral em Português

- A vovó está um pouco contrariada agora - disse a Srta. Isabella Wardle, em tom baixo - , mas daqui a pouco ela conversa com o senhor.

O Sr. Pickwick acenou com a cabeça, sinalizando prontidão em condescender com as enfermidades da velhice, e entrou numa conversa geral com os demais membros do círculo.

- Que localidade encantadora esta - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Encantadora! - ecoaram os Srs. Snodgrass, Tupman e Winkle.

- Bem, acho que sim - disse o Sr. Wardle.

- Não há melhor pedaço de terra em todo o Kent, senhor - disse o homem de cabeça-dura e cara de maçã. - Não há mesmo, senhor... tenho certeza de que não há, senhor. - O homem de cabeça-dura olhou triunfante em volta, como se tivesse sido muito contestado por alguém, mas houvesse afinal levado a melhor sobre ele.

- Não há melhor pedaço de terra em todo o Kent - repetiu o homem de cabeça-dura, após uma pausa.

- A não ser os Prados de Mullins - observou o gordo, solene.

- Os Prados de Mullins! - ejaculou o outro, com profundo desprezo.

- Ah, os Prados de Mullins - repetiu o gordo.

- Terra realmente boa, aquela - interpôs outro gordo.

- E é mesmo, com certeza - disse um terceiro gordo.

- Todo mundo sabe disso - disse o corpulento anfitrião.

O homem de cabeça-dura olhou em volta, cheio de dúvidas, mas, achando-se em minoria, assumiu um ar compassivo e não disse mais nada.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A velha senhora perguntou em voz alta a uma neta o que os homens discutiam. Como muitas pessoas surdas, não percebeu que todos podiam ouvi-la.

A neta disse que eles falavam sobre as terras.

A avó perguntou o que havia de errado com as terras.

A jovem disse que nada estava errado. O Sr. Miller apenas afirmara que as terras deles eram melhores que Mullins's Meadows.

A velha senhora perguntou com raiva como Miller podia saber alguma coisa sobre aquilo. Chamou-o em voz alta de orgulhoso e tolo, depois o encarou com ferocidade sem saber que ele ouvira tudo.

Desejando mudar de assunto, o ativo anfitrião perguntou ao Sr. Pickwick se queria jogar cartas.

O Sr. Pickwick disse que gostaria muito, mas pediu que não organizassem um jogo apenas por causa dele.

O Sr. Wardle garantiu que sua mãe adorava uma partida de cartas e pediu que ela confirmasse.

A velha senhora ouviu muito bem esse assunto e concordou com entusiasmo.

Original English Version

'What are they talking about?' inquired the old lady of one of her granddaughters, in a very audible voice; for, like many deaf people, she never seemed to calculate on the possibility of other persons hearing what she said herself.

'About the land, grandma.'

'What about the land?--Nothing the matter, is there?'

'No, no. Mr. Miller was saying our land was better than Mullins's Meadows.'

'How should he know anything about it?' inquired the old lady indignantly. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent.

'Come, come,' said the bustling host, with a natural anxiety to change the conversation, 'what say you to a rubber, Mr. Pickwick?'

'I should like it of all things,' replied that gentleman; 'but pray don't make up one on my account.'

'Oh, I assure you, mother's very fond of a rubber,' said Mr. Wardle; 'ain't you, mother?'

The old lady, who was much less deaf on this subject than on any other, replied in the affirmative.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Sobre o que estão falando? - indagou a velha senhora a uma das netas, em voz bem audível; pois, como muita gente surda, ela nunca parecia contar com a possibilidade de outras pessoas ouvirem o que ela própria dizia.

- Sobre a terra, vovó.

- O que é que tem a terra? Não há nada de errado, há?

- Não, não. O Sr. Miller estava dizendo que a nossa terra é melhor que os Prados de Mullins.

- Como é que ele haveria de saber alguma coisa a respeito? - indagou a velha senhora, indignada. - Miller é um presunçoso enfatuado, e você pode dizer-lhe que eu disse isso. - Dito o que, a velha senhora, de todo inconsciente de haver falado acima de um sussurro, empertigou-se e lançou olhares de faca de trinchar sobre o cabeça-dura delinquente.

- Vamos, vamos - disse o azafamado anfitrião, com natural ansiedade de mudar de conversa - , que me diz de uma partida, Sr. Pickwick?

- Gostaria muito - respondeu aquele cavalheiro - , mas peço-lhe que não a organize por minha causa.

- Oh, asseguro-lhe, minha mãe é muito afeiçoada a uma partida - disse o Sr. Wardle - , não é, mãe?

A velha senhora, que era bem menos surda quanto a esse assunto do que quanto a qualquer outro, respondeu afirmativamente.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle chamou Joe e ordenou que ele preparasse as mesas de cartas quando o rapaz finalmente apareceu.

Sem precisar de novas ordens, o rapaz sonolento preparou duas mesas: uma para Pope Joan e outra para uíste. Pickwick, a velha senhora, Miller e o cavalheiro gordo jogaram uíste, enquanto os demais participaram do outro jogo.

Os jogadores de uíste trataram a partida com grande seriedade. A outra mesa estava barulhenta e alegre, o que distraiu o Sr. Miller. Ele cometeu vários erros, irritando muito o cavalheiro gordo e divertindo a velha senhora.

Depois de ganhar a última rodada, Miller disse com orgulho que ninguém poderia ter jogado melhor.

A velha senhora perguntou ao Sr. Pickwick se Miller deveria ter usado seu trunfo sobre a carta de ouros.

O Sr. Pickwick assentiu em concordância.

O infeliz Miller perguntou ao parceiro, com incerteza, se realmente deveria ter feito aquilo.

Com uma voz terrível, o cavalheiro gordo disse que Miller deveria ter feito isso.

Original English Version

'Joe, Joe!' said the gentleman; 'Joe--damn that--oh, here he is; put out the card-tables.'

The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. The whist-players were Mr. Pickwick and the old lady, Mr. Miller and the fat gentleman. The round game comprised the rest of the company.

The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree.

'There!' said the criminal Miller triumphantly, as he took up the odd trick at the conclusion of a hand; 'that could not have been played better, I flatter myself; impossible to have made another trick!'

'Miller ought to have trumped the diamond, oughtn't he, Sir?' said the old lady.

Mr. Pickwick nodded assent.

'Ought I, though?' said the unfortunate, with a doubtful appeal to his partner.

'You ought, Sir,' said the fat gentleman, in an awful voice.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Joe, Joe! - disse o cavalheiro. - Joe... maldito seja... oh, ei-lo aqui; ponha as mesas de jogo.

O letárgico rapaz conseguiu, sem nenhum despertar adicional, dispor duas mesas de jogo; uma para o Pope Joan, e a outra para o uíste. Os jogadores de uíste eram o Sr. Pickwick e a velha senhora, o Sr. Miller e o gordo cavalheiro. O jogo de roda comportava o restante da companhia.

A partida foi conduzida com toda aquela gravidade de porte e serenidade de compostura que convêm à ocupação intitulada "uíste" - solene observância à qual, ao que nos parece, o título de "jogo" tem sido muito irreverente e ignominiosamente aplicado. A mesa do jogo de roda, por outro lado, era tão ruidosamente alegre que interrompia substancialmente as contemplações do Sr. Miller, o qual, não estando tão absorto quanto deveria, conseguiu cometer diversos altos crimes e contravenções, que excitaram a ira do gordo cavalheiro em grandíssimo grau, e provocaram o bom humor da velha senhora em grau proporcional.

- Pronto! - disse o criminoso Miller, triunfante, ao recolher a vaza decisiva na conclusão de uma mão. - Isto não poderia ter sido jogado melhor, lisonjeio-me de crer; impossível fazer outra vaza!

- O Miller devia ter trunfado o ouros, não devia, senhor? - disse a velha senhora.

O Sr. Pickwick fez que sim com a cabeça.

- Eu devia, mesmo? - disse o infeliz, com um apelo cheio de dúvida ao parceiro.

- O senhor devia, sim - disse o gordo cavalheiro, em voz terrível.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Envergonhado e abatido, Miller pediu desculpas.

O cavalheiro gordo reclamou que o pedido de desculpas era inútil.

O Sr. Pickwick contou os pontos e disse que agora tinham oito.

Antes da rodada seguinte, a velha senhora perguntou a Pickwick se ele podia aumentar a pontuação.

Pickwick disse que podia e anunciou uma dupla, uma simples e a partida vencedora.

O Sr. Miller reclamou que ninguém jamais vira tamanha sorte.

O cavalheiro gordo disse que ninguém jamais vira cartas como aquelas.

Seguiu-se o silêncio. Pickwick parecia divertido, a velha senhora estava séria, o cavalheiro gordo estava irritado e Miller, assustado.

A velha senhora registrou com orgulho outra dupla, colocando moedas sob o castiçal.

O Sr. Pickwick disse ao cavalheiro gordo que era uma dupla.

O cavalheiro gordo respondeu com irritação que já sabia.

A partida seguinte terminou do mesmo modo, e o azarado Miller quebrou uma regra. O cavalheiro gordo ficou extremamente zangado. Depois do jogo, sentou-se calado num canto por oitenta e sete minutos. Então voltou e ofereceu rapé a Pickwick, mostrando que decidira perdoar. A velha senhora de repente ouvia melhor, enquanto Miller se sentia totalmente desconfortável.

Original English Version

'Very sorry,' said the crestfallen Miller.

'Much use that,' growled the fat gentleman.

'Two by honours--makes us eight,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Another hand. 'Can you one?' inquired the old lady.

'I can,' replied Mr. Pickwick. 'Double, single, and the rub.'

'Never was such luck,' said Mr. Miller.

'Never was such cards,' said the fat gentleman.

A solemn silence; Mr. Pickwick humorous, the old lady serious, the fat gentleman captious, and Mr. Miller timorous.

'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick.

'A double, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Quite aware of the fact, Sir,' replied the fat gentleman sharply.

Another game, with a similar result, was followed by a revoke from the unlucky Miller; on which the fat gentleman burst into a state of high personal excitement which lasted until the conclusion of the game, when he retired into a corner, and remained perfectly mute for one hour and twenty-seven minutes; at the end of which time he emerged from his retirement, and offered Mr. Pickwick a pinch of snuff with the air of a man who had made up his mind to a Christian forgiveness of injuries sustained. The old lady's hearing decidedly improved and the unlucky Miller felt as much out of his element as a dolphin in a sentry-box.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Sinto muito - disse o cabisbaixo Miller.

- De grande valia isso - rosnou o gordo cavalheiro.

- Dois pelas honras... dá-nos oito - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Outra mão. Consegue mais uma? - indagou a velha senhora.

- Consigo - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick. - Dobrada, simples, e a decisiva.

- Nunca houve tanta sorte - disse o Sr. Miller.

- Nunca houve tais cartas - disse o gordo cavalheiro.

Um silêncio solene; o Sr. Pickwick jovial, a velha senhora séria, o gordo cavalheiro rabugento, e o Sr. Miller temeroso.

- Outra dobrada - disse a velha senhora, registrando triunfante a circunstância ao colocar uma moeda de seis pence e um meio pêni amassado debaixo do castiçal.

- Uma dobrada, senhor - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Perfeitamente ciente do fato, senhor - respondeu o gordo cavalheiro, ríspido.

A outro jogo, de resultado semelhante, seguiu-se uma renúncia do azarado Miller; ao que o gordo cavalheiro irrompeu num estado de intensa exaltação pessoal, que durou até a conclusão do jogo, quando ele se retirou para um canto e permaneceu perfeitamente mudo por uma hora e vinte e sete minutos; ao cabo desse tempo emergiu do seu retiro e ofereceu ao Sr. Pickwick uma pitada de rapé, com o ar de um homem que se decidira por um cristão perdão das injúrias sofridas. A audição da velha senhora decididamente melhorou, e o azarado Miller sentiu-se tão fora de seu elemento quanto um golfinho numa guarita de sentinela.

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O outro jogo de cartas continuou alegre. Isabella jogava com o Sr. Trundle, Emily com Snodgrass, e Tupman flertava com a tia solteira. As brincadeiras de Wardle mantinham todos rindo, até quem primeiro parecia irritado. Snodgrass sussurrava poesias para Emily, levando os outros a brincar sobre casamento. Winkle repetia piadas da cidade que eram novas no campo, e todos o elogiavam. O bondoso clérigo estava feliz porque as risadas barulhentas em volta da mesa eram sinceras e vinham do coração.

Os jogos alegres fizeram a noite passar depressa. Depois de uma ceia simples, mas farta, todos se sentaram juntos ao redor do fogo. O Sr. Pickwick achou que nunca se sentira tão feliz nem tão disposto a aproveitar o momento presente.

Wardle sentou-se ao lado da mãe, segurando sua mão. Disse que aquelas noites junto à velha lareira eram os momentos mais felizes de sua vida. Amava tanto o lugar que mantinha um grande fogo aceso todas as noites. Sua mãe se sentara ali num pequeno banco quando era menina.

Original English Version

Meanwhile the round game proceeded right merrily. Isabella Wardle and Mr. Trundle 'went partners,' and Emily Wardle and Mr. Snodgrass did the same; and even Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt established a joint- stock company of fish and flattery. Old Mr. Wardle was in the very height of his jollity; and he was so funny in his management of the board, and the old ladies were so sharp after their winnings, that the whole table was in a perpetual roar of merriment and laughter. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. And Mr. Winkle came out with jokes which are very well known in town, but are not all known in the country; and as everybody laughed at them very heartily, and said they were very capital, Mr. Winkle was in a state of great honour and glory. And the benevolent clergyman looked pleasantly on; for the happy faces which surrounded the table made the good old man feel happy too; and though the merriment was rather boisterous, still it came from the heart and not from the lips; and this is the right sort of merriment, after all.

The evening glided swiftly away, in these cheerful recreations; and when the substantial though homely supper had been despatched, and the little party formed a social circle round the fire, Mr. Pickwick thought he had never felt so happy in his life, and at no time so much disposed to enjoy, and make the most of, the passing moment.

'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Why, my poor old mother, here, used to sit before this fireplace upon that little stool when she was a girl; didn't you, mother?'

Tradução Integral em Português

Enquanto isso, o jogo de roda prosseguia bem animadamente. Isabella Wardle e o Sr. Trundle "fizeram parceria", e Emily Wardle e o Sr. Snodgrass fizeram o mesmo; e até o Sr. Tupman e a tia solteirona estabeleceram uma sociedade por cotas de fichas e lisonjas. O velho Sr. Wardle achava-se no auge de sua jovialidade; e era tão engraçado na condução do jogo, e as velhas senhoras tão vorazes atrás dos seus ganhos, que a mesa inteira vivia num perpétuo estrondo de alegria e risadas. Havia uma velha senhora que sempre tinha uma meia dúzia de cartas a pagar, do que todos riam, regularmente, a cada rodada; e quando a velha senhora fazia cara feia por ter de pagar, riam mais alto do que nunca; ao que o rosto da velha senhora aos poucos se iluminava, até que por fim ria mais alto que qualquer um deles. Depois, quando a tia solteirona tirava "matrimônio", as jovens senhoritas riam de novo, e a tia solteirona parecia disposta a amuar-se; até que, sentindo o Sr. Tupman apertar-lhe a mão por baixo da mesa, iluminava-se também, e ficava com um ar bastante entendido, como se o matrimônio, na verdade, não estivesse tão distante quanto certas pessoas imaginavam; ao que todos riam de novo, e especialmente o velho Sr. Wardle, que apreciava uma pilhéria tanto quanto o mais jovem. Quanto ao Sr. Snodgrass, não fazia outra coisa senão sussurrar sentimentos poéticos ao ouvido da parceira, o que deixou um velho cavalheiro faceto e maroto a respeito de parcerias nas cartas e parcerias para a vida, e levou o dito velho cavalheiro a fazer algumas observações sobre o assunto, acompanhadas de diversas piscadelas e risadinhas, que puseram a companhia muito alegre, e a esposa do velho cavalheiro especialmente. E o Sr. Winkle saiu-se com pilhérias que são muito conhecidas na cidade, mas não são todas conhecidas no campo; e, como todos rissem delas de muito bom grado e dissessem que eram excelentes, o Sr. Winkle achava-se num estado de grande honra e glória. E o benevolente clérigo observava tudo com prazer; pois os rostos felizes que cercavam a mesa faziam o bom velho sentir-se feliz também; e, embora a alegria fosse um tanto ruidosa, vinha do coração, e não dos lábios; e este é, afinal, o tipo certo de alegria.

A noite deslizou veloz por entre esses joviais recreios; e quando a ceia substancial, embora singela, foi despachada, e o pequeno grupo formou um círculo aconchegante em torno do fogo, o Sr. Pickwick achou que nunca se sentira tão feliz na vida, nem em momento algum tão disposto a gozar, e tirar o máximo, do instante que passava.

- Ora, isto - disse o hospitaleiro anfitrião, que estava sentado em grande pompa junto à poltrona da velha senhora, com a mão dela firmemente cerrada na sua - , isto é justamente o que me agrada... os momentos mais felizes de minha vida transcorreram junto a esta velha lareira; e sou tão apegado a ela que mantenho aqui um fogo flamejante todas as noites, até que realmente fique quente demais de suportar. Ora, minha pobre e velha mãe, aqui, costumava sentar-se diante desta lareira, naquele tamborete pequeno, quando era menina; não é, mãe?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Ao recordar a felicidade de muito tempo atrás, a velha senhora sorriu com tristeza e uma lágrima correu por seu rosto.

Wardle pediu desculpas por falar tanto sobre sua casa. Amava profundamente a velha construção, os campos e a igreja coberta de hera, que pareciam amigos vivos. Contou que o clérigo escrevera uma canção sobre a igreja quando chegara. Depois perguntou se Snodgrass precisava de mais bebida.

Snodgrass disse que seu copo estava cheio. Seu interesse de poeta aumentara, por isso perguntou sobre a canção da hera.

Wardle apontou para o clérigo com a cabeça e disse que Snodgrass deveria perguntar a ele.

O Sr. Snodgrass pediu educadamente que o clérigo recitasse a canção.

O clérigo disse que era apenas um pequeno poema escrito quando ele era jovem. Mesmo assim, concordou em recitá-lo se desejassem.

Todos mostraram interesse. Com alguns lembretes da esposa, o velho clérigo iniciou o poema e anunciou seu título.

Original English Version

The tear which starts unbidden to the eye when the recollection of old times and the happiness of many years ago is suddenly recalled, stole down the old lady's face as she shook her head with a melancholy smile.

'You must excuse my talking about this old place, Mr. Pickwick,' resumed the host, after a short pause, 'for I love it dearly, and know no other- -the old houses and fields seem like living friends to me; and so does our little church with the ivy, about which, by the bye, our excellent friend there made a song when he first came amongst us. Mr. Snodgrass, have you anything in your glass?'

'Plenty, thank you,' replied that gentleman, whose poetic curiosity had been greatly excited by the last observation of his entertainer. 'I beg your pardon, but you were talking about the song of the Ivy.'

'You must ask our friend opposite about that,' said the host knowingly, indicating the clergyman by a nod of his head.

'May I say that I should like to hear you repeat it, sir?' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Why, really,' replied the clergyman, 'it's a very slight affair; and the only excuse I have for having ever perpetrated it is, that I was a young man at the time. Such as it is, however, you shall hear it, if you wish.'

A murmur of curiosity was of course the reply; and the old gentleman proceeded to recite, with the aid of sundry promptings from his wife, the lines in question. 'I call them,' said he,

Tradução Integral em Português

A lágrima que aflora sem ser chamada aos olhos quando a lembrança dos velhos tempos e da felicidade de muitos anos atrás é subitamente evocada rolou pelo rosto da velha senhora, enquanto ela sacudia a cabeça com um sorriso melancólico.

- O senhor há de desculpar-me por falar deste velho lugar, Sr. Pickwick - retomou o anfitrião, após breve pausa - , pois eu o amo ternamente e não conheço outro... as velhas casas e os campos são para mim como amigos vivos; e assim também a nossa igrejinha coberta de hera, a respeito da qual, aliás, nosso excelente amigo ali compôs uma canção quando veio pela primeira vez para junto de nós. Sr. Snodgrass, tem algo em seu copo?

- De sobra, obrigado - respondeu aquele cavalheiro, cuja curiosidade poética fora grandemente excitada pela última observação de seu anfitrião. - Peço-lhe perdão, mas o senhor falava sobre a canção da Hera.

- Sobre isso o senhor deve perguntar ao nosso amigo aqui em frente - disse o anfitrião, entendido, indicando o clérigo com um aceno de cabeça.

- Poderia dizer que gostaria de ouvi-lo recitá-la, senhor? - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Ora, na verdade - respondeu o clérigo - , é coisa de muito pouca monta; e a única desculpa que tenho por algum dia tê-la perpetrado é que eu era um rapaz à época. Tal como é, no entanto, o senhor há de ouvi-la, se assim o deseja.

Um murmúrio de curiosidade foi, é claro, a resposta; e o velho cavalheiro pôs-se a recitar, com o auxílio de diversos apartes da esposa, os versos em questão. - Eu os chamo - disse ele -

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A hera verde é uma planta especial que cresce sobre ruínas antigas. Alimenta-se de paredes quebradas, pedras gastas e do pó criado pelos anos. Entra lentamente em lugares onde nenhuma outra vida pode ser vista.

A forte e velha hera avança depressa sem ter asas. Enrola-se com firmeza em sua amiga, a grande árvore de carvalho. Também segue em silêncio pelo chão e move as folhas sobre a terra rica dos túmulos onde a morte esteve.

Eras e nações desapareceram, mas a saudável hera verde permanece. Ela vive do passado, pois até o maior edifício feito pelas pessoas finalmente se torna alimento para essa velha planta.

O clérigo repetiu o poema para que Snodgrass pudesse anotá-lo. Pickwick estudou o rosto do velho com grande interesse. Quando o poema terminou e Snodgrass guardou o caderno, Pickwick falou.

Pickwick pediu desculpas por perguntar depois de tão pouco tempo de amizade. Disse que, durante seu trabalho como ministro religioso, o clérigo devia ter visto muitas pessoas e acontecimentos dignos de registro.

Original English Version

Oh, a dainty plant is the Ivy green, That creepeth o'er ruins old! Of right choice food are his meals, I ween, In his cell so lone and cold. The wall must be crumbled, the stone decayed, To pleasure his dainty whim; And the mouldering dust that years have made, Is a merry meal for him. Creeping where no life is seen, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

Fast he stealeth on, though he wears no wings, And a staunch old heart has he. How closely he twineth, how tight he clings To his friend the huge Oak Tree! And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Creeping where grim death has been, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

Whole ages have fled and their works decayed, And nations have scattered been; But the stout old Ivy shall never fade, From its hale and hearty green. The brave old plant in its lonely days, Shall fatten upon the past; For the stateliest building man can raise, Is the Ivy's food at last. Creeping on where time has been, A rare old plant is the Ivy green.

While the old gentleman repeated these lines a second time, to enable Mr. Snodgrass to note them down, Mr. Pickwick perused the lineaments of his face with an expression of great interest. The old gentleman having concluded his dictation, and Mr. Snodgrass having returned his note-book to his pocket, Mr. Pickwick said--

'Excuse me, sir, for making the remark on so short an acquaintance; but a gentleman like yourself cannot fail, I should think, to have observed many scenes and incidents worth recording, in the course of your experience as a minister of the Gospel.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Oh, planta graciosa é a Hera verde, Que trepa por sobre as ruínas anciãs! De escolhido manjar se nutre, bem sei, Em sua cela tão só e tão fria. Que se esboroe o muro, apodreça a pedra, Para agradar-lhe o delicado capricho; E o pó carcomido que os anos fizeram É para ela um festim regozijado. Rastejando onde vida alguma se vê, Rara e antiga planta é a Hera verde.

Depressa avança, embora não use asas, E um leal velho coração possui. Como se enlaça bem, como se apega Ao seu amigo, o enorme Carvalho! E sorrateira se arrasta pelo chão, E suas folhas de mansinho agita, Enquanto alegre abraça e rasteja em torno Do rico húmus das covas dos mortos. Rastejando onde a torva morte esteve, Rara e antiga planta é a Hera verde.

Eras inteiras fugiram, e apodreceu sua obra, E nações foram dispersas ao vento; Mas a robusta e velha Hera jamais fenece Em seu verde sadio e vigoroso. A brava e velha planta, em seus dias solitários, Há de engordar-se do passado; Pois o mais imponente edifício que o homem ergue É, por fim, o alimento da Hera. Rastejando onde o tempo já esteve, Rara e antiga planta é a Hera verde.

Enquanto o velho cavalheiro repetia esses versos uma segunda vez, para permitir que o Sr. Snodgrass os anotasse, o Sr. Pickwick perscrutava-lhe os traços do rosto com uma expressão de grande interesse. Tendo o velho cavalheiro concluído o ditado, e tendo o Sr. Snodgrass recolocado a caderneta no bolso, o Sr. Pickwick disse:

- Desculpe-me, senhor, por fazer a observação com tão curto conhecimento; mas um cavalheiro como o senhor não pode deixar, creio eu, de ter observado muitas cenas e incidentes dignos de registro, no curso de sua experiência como ministro do Evangelho.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O clérigo concordou que vira alguns, mas disse que eram acontecimentos simples e comuns porque trabalhava numa região muito pequena.

Wardle, desejando que o amigo entretivesse os visitantes, perguntou se ele escrevera notas sobre John Edmunds.

O clérigo assentiu de leve e tentou mudar de assunto, mas Pickwick voltou a falar.

Pickwick perguntou educadamente quem era John Edmunds.

Snodgrass disse com entusiasmo que queria fazer a mesma pergunta.

O alegre anfitrião disse ao clérigo que ele não podia mais escapar. Teria de satisfazer a curiosidade deles, por isso deveria contar a história naquele momento.

O clérigo sorriu e puxou a cadeira para a frente. Todos se aproximaram, especialmente Tupman e a tia solteira. Ajustaram a corneta acústica da velha senhora e acordaram Miller com um beliscão sob a mesa. Então o clérigo iniciou a história que o editor chama de:

Quando o clérigo se estabeleceu na aldeia, vinte e cinco anos antes, a pior pessoa dali era um fazendeiro chamado Edmunds. Ele era preguiçoso, violento, cruel e vivia bêbado. Apenas alguns maus companheiros passavam tempo com ele. Todos os demais o temiam, odiavam e evitavam.

Original English Version

'I have witnessed some certainly,' replied the old gentleman, 'but the incidents and characters have been of a homely and ordinary nature, my sphere of action being so very limited.'

'You did make some notes, I think, about John Edmunds, did you not?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who appeared very desirous to draw his friend out, for the edification of his new visitors.

The old gentleman slightly nodded his head in token of assent, and was proceeding to change the subject, when Mr. Pickwick said--

'I beg your pardon, sir, but pray, if I may venture to inquire, who was John Edmunds?'

'The very thing I was about to ask,' said Mr. Snodgrass eagerly.

'You are fairly in for it,' said the jolly host. 'You must satisfy the curiosity of these gentlemen, sooner or later; so you had better take advantage of this favourable opportunity, and do so at once.'

The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of

'When I first settled in this village,' said the old gentleman, 'which is now just five-and-twenty years ago, the most notorious person among my parishioners was a man of the name of Edmunds, who leased a small farm near this spot. He was a morose, savage-hearted, bad man; idle and dissolute in his habits; cruel and ferocious in his disposition. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Testemunhei alguns, com certeza - respondeu o velho cavalheiro - , mas os incidentes e os personagens foram de natureza singela e ordinária, sendo tão limitada a minha esfera de ação.

- O senhor tomou algumas notas, creio eu, a respeito de John Edmunds, não tomou? - indagou o Sr. Wardle, que parecia muito desejoso de fazer o amigo falar, para a edificação de seus novos visitantes.

O velho cavalheiro inclinou levemente a cabeça em sinal de assentimento, e ia mudar de assunto, quando o Sr. Pickwick disse:

- Peço-lhe perdão, senhor, mas diga-me, se me permite indagar, quem era John Edmunds?

- Justamente o que eu ia perguntar - disse o Sr. Snodgrass, ansioso.

- O senhor está mesmo enrascado - disse o jovial anfitrião. - Mais cedo ou mais tarde terá de satisfazer a curiosidade destes cavalheiros; portanto, é melhor aproveitar esta ocasião favorável e fazê-lo já.

O velho cavalheiro sorriu bem-humorado ao puxar a cadeira para a frente - o restante do grupo aproximou mais as cadeiras, especialmente o Sr. Tupman e a tia solteirona, que possivelmente eram um tanto duros de ouvido; e, tendo sido devidamente ajustada a corneta acústica da velha senhora, e o Sr. Miller (que adormecera durante a recitação dos versos) despertado do sono por um admonitório beliscão, aplicado por baixo da mesa por seu ex-parceiro, o solene gordo, o velho cavalheiro, sem mais preâmbulos, deu início ao seguinte conto, ao qual tomamos a liberdade de antepor o título de

'Quando me estabeleci pela primeira vez nesta aldeia - disse o velho cavalheiro - , o que faz agora justamente vinte e cinco anos, a pessoa mais notória entre meus paroquianos era um homem de nome Edmunds, que arrendava uma pequena granja perto deste lugar. Era um homem soturno, de coração selvagem e ruim; ocioso e dissoluto em seus hábitos; cruel e feroz em sua índole. À parte os poucos vagabundos preguiçosos e temerários com quem desperdiçava o tempo nos campos, ou se embriagava na taberna, não tinha um único amigo ou conhecido; ninguém se importava de falar com o homem a quem muitos temiam, e todos detestavam - e Edmunds era evitado por todos.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Edmunds tinha esposa e um filho de doze anos. Sua bondosa mulher sofria terrivelmente, mas criava o menino com paciência. O clérigo acreditava que Edmunds passara anos tentando destruir o coração dela. Mesmo assim, ela suportava tudo pelo filho e até pelo marido, pois lembrava o homem que amara no passado.

A família era pobre por causa do comportamento de Edmunds, mas sua esposa trabalhava sem parar para evitar que passassem fome. Seus esforços eram pagos com violência. Os vizinhos ouviam seu choro e o som de golpes à noite. Mais de uma vez, o menino escapou do pai bêbado indo à casa de um vizinho depois da meia-noite.

Embora muitas vezes carregasse sinais de violência, a Sra. Edmunds ia à igreja com o filho todos os domingos. Suas roupas eram pobres, mas estavam sempre limpas. Todos falavam com bondade com ela. Às vezes, enquanto observava o menino saudável brincando depois da cerimônia, seu rosto cansado mostrava gratidão e um pouco de paz.

Original English Version

'This man had a wife and one son, who, when I first came here, was about twelve years old. Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers.

'They were poor--they could not be otherwise when the man pursued such courses; but the woman's unceasing and unwearied exertions, early and late, morning, noon, and night, kept them above actual want. These exertions were but ill repaid. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father.

'During the whole of this time, and when the poor creature often bore about her marks of ill-usage and violence which she could not wholly conceal, she was a constant attendant at our little church. Regularly every Sunday, morning and afternoon, she occupied the same seat with the boy at her side; and though they were both poorly dressed--much more so than many of their neighbours who were in a lower station--they were always neat and clean. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Esse homem tinha uma esposa e um filho, o qual, quando cheguei aqui, andava pelos doze anos de idade. Da agudeza dos sofrimentos daquela mulher, da maneira meiga e sofrida com que os suportava, da agonia de desvelo com que criava aquele menino, ninguém pode formar concepção adequada. Que o Céu me perdoe a suposição, se for pouco caridosa, mas creio firme e profundamente na alma que o homem, sistematicamente, durante muitos anos, tentou partir-lhe o coração; mas ela tudo suportou pelo bem do filho, e, por mais estranho que possa parecer a muitos, também pelo do pai; pois, bruto como ele era, e por mais cruelmente que a tivesse tratado, ela um dia o amara; e a lembrança do que ele fora para ela despertava-lhe no peito sentimentos de tolerância e mansidão sob o sofrimento, aos quais todas as criaturas de Deus, exceto as mulheres, são estranhas.

'Eram pobres - não poderiam ser outra coisa, seguindo o homem tais caminhos; mas os esforços incessantes e infatigáveis da mulher, de manhã cedo à noite alta, de manhã, ao meio-dia e à noite, mantinham-nos acima da penúria efetiva. Esses esforços eram mal recompensados. Pessoas que passavam pelo lugar ao entardecer - às vezes a hora avançada da noite - relatavam ter ouvido os gemidos e soluços de uma mulher aflita, e o som de golpes; e mais de uma vez, quando já passava da meia-noite, o menino batia de mansinho à porta da casa de um vizinho, para onde fora mandado, a fim de escapar à fúria de bêbado de seu desnaturado pai.

'Durante todo esse tempo, e quando a pobre criatura muitas vezes trazia marcas de maus-tratos e violência que não conseguia esconder de todo, era assídua frequentadora de nossa igrejinha. Regularmente, todo domingo, de manhã e à tarde, ocupava o mesmo assento, com o menino a seu lado; e, embora ambos se vestissem pobremente - muito mais que muitos de seus vizinhos de condição inferior - , andavam sempre asseados e limpos. Todos tinham um aceno amistoso e uma palavra gentil para a "pobre Sra. Edmunds"; e às vezes, quando ela parava para trocar algumas palavras com um vizinho ao término do serviço, na pequena fileira de olmos que leva ao pórtico da igreja, ou se demorava atrás para contemplar, com orgulho e ternura de mãe, o filho saudável, enquanto ele brincava à sua frente com alguns pequenos companheiros, o rosto consumido de cuidados se lhe iluminava com uma expressão de sincera gratidão; e ela parecia, se não alegre e feliz, ao menos tranquila e contente.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Cinco ou seis anos depois, o menino se tornara um jovem forte, enquanto sua mãe enfraquecera. Mas ele já não se sentava ao lado dela na igreja. Ela mantinha o lugar e a Bíblia dele prontos, mas ninguém lia com ela e suas lágrimas cobriam a página. Evitava os vizinhos bondosos e voltava depressa para casa, sozinha.

O filho se lembrava de todos os sacrifícios da mãe, dos insultos e da violência que ela sofrera por ele. Mesmo assim, ignorou o coração partido dela, juntou-se a homens perversos e seguiu um caminho perigoso que poderia trazer a morte para ele e vergonha para ela.

A desgraça da mulher logo se tornou completa. Depois de vários crimes locais, um roubo grave levou a uma busca cuidadosa. O jovem Edmunds e três companheiros foram presos. Ele foi julgado, considerado culpado e condenado à morte.

Quando o juiz anunciou a sentença, o grito terrível de uma mulher encheu o tribunal. O grito da mãe assustou Edmunds mais do que o julgamento ou a morte próxima. Sua expressão dura se desfez, seu rosto ficou pálido e seu corpo forte tremeu.

Original English Version

'Five or six years passed away; the boy had become a robust and well- grown youth. The time that had strengthened the child's slight frame and knit his weak limbs into the strength of manhood had bowed his mother's form, and enfeebled her steps; but the arm that should have supported her was no longer locked in hers; the face that should have cheered her, no more looked upon her own. She occupied her old seat, but there was a vacant one beside her. The Bible was kept as carefully as ever, the places were found and folded down as they used to be: but there was no one to read it with her; and the tears fell thick and fast upon the book, and blotted the words from her eyes. Neighbours were as kind as they were wont to be of old, but she shunned their greetings with averted head. There was no lingering among the old elm-trees now--no cheering anticipations of happiness yet in store. The desolate woman drew her bonnet closer over her face, and walked hurriedly away.

'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Alas for human nature! You have anticipated it long since.

'The measure of the unhappy woman's misery and misfortune was about to be completed. Numerous offences had been committed in the neighbourhood; the perpetrators remained undiscovered, and their boldness increased. A robbery of a daring and aggravated nature occasioned a vigilance of pursuit, and a strictness of search, they had not calculated on. Young Edmunds was suspected, with three companions. He was apprehended-- committed--tried--condemned--to die.

'The wild and piercing shriek from a woman's voice, which resounded through the court when the solemn sentence was pronounced, rings in my ears at this moment. That cry struck a terror to the culprit's heart, which trial, condemnation--the approach of death itself, had failed to awaken. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Passaram-se cinco ou seis anos; o menino tornara-se um rapaz robusto e bem crescido. O tempo que fortalecera o frágil corpo da criança e tecera-lhe os débeis membros na força da virilidade curvara a forma da mãe e lhe enfraquecera os passos; mas o braço que deveria ampará-la já não se enlaçava ao dela; o rosto que deveria alegrá-la já não pousava sobre o seu. Ela ocupava o velho assento, mas havia um vazio a seu lado. A Bíblia era guardada com tanto cuidado como sempre, as passagens eram encontradas e as páginas dobradas como de costume; mas não havia ninguém para lê-la com ela; e as lágrimas caíam grossas e ligeiras sobre o livro, e apagavam-lhe as palavras dos olhos. Os vizinhos eram tão gentis quanto costumavam ser outrora, mas ela fugia de suas saudações com a cabeça virada. Já não havia demora entre os velhos olmos - nenhuma alegre expectativa de felicidade ainda reservada. A mulher desolada puxava a touca para mais perto do rosto e afastava-se apressada.

'Devo dizer-lhes que o rapaz, que, olhando para os primeiros dias de sua infância até onde a memória e a consciência alcançavam, e trazendo a lembrança até aquele momento, nada conseguia recordar que não estivesse de algum modo ligado a uma longa série de privações voluntárias sofridas pela mãe por amor a ele, a maus-tratos, e insultos, e violência, tudo suportado por ele - devo dizer-lhes que ele, com um temerário desprezo pelo coração que se lhe partia, e um carrancudo e obstinado esquecimento de tudo o que ela fizera e padecera por ele, associara-se a homens depravados e perdidos, e perseguia loucamente uma carreira precipitada, que haveria de lhe trazer a morte, e a ela a vergonha? Ai da natureza humana! Vós o antecipastes há muito.

'A medida da desgraça e do infortúnio da infeliz mulher estava prestes a completar-se. Numerosos delitos haviam sido cometidos na vizinhança; os autores permaneciam sem ser descobertos, e sua audácia aumentava. Um roubo de natureza ousada e agravada ocasionou uma vigilância na perseguição, e um rigor na busca, com que eles não haviam contado. O jovem Edmunds foi suspeitado, com três companheiros. Foi preso - indiciado - julgado - condenado - à morte.

'O grito selvagem e dilacerante de uma voz de mulher, que ressoou pelo tribunal quando a solene sentença foi pronunciada, retine-me nos ouvidos neste instante. Aquele grito incutiu no coração do réu um terror que o julgamento, a condenação - a própria aproximação da morte - não haviam conseguido despertar. Os lábios, comprimidos numa teimosa amuação durante todo o tempo, estremeceram e se entreabriram involuntariamente; o rosto ficou cinéreo, enquanto o suor frio brotava de cada poro; os robustos membros do criminoso tremeram, e ele cambaleou no banco dos réus.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Em sua dor terrível, a mãe caiu de joelhos diante do clérigo. Pediu a Deus que acabasse com seu sofrimento e salvasse seu único filho. Depois de uma violenta explosão de tristeza, seu coração começou a falhar, mas ela nunca reclamou.

Todos os dias, no pátio da prisão, a mãe tentava com amor e súplicas amolecer o coração duro do filho. Não conseguiu, e ele permaneceu teimoso e frio. Mesmo quando sua pena de morte foi trocada por catorze anos numa colônia penal distante, seu comportamento não mudou.

Seu espírito paciente já não conseguia vencer a fraqueza do corpo. Ela adoeceu. Tentou sair da cama e visitar o filho mais uma vez, mas caiu no chão sem forças.

Quando sua mãe deixou de visitá-lo por três dias, a frieza de Edmunds finalmente desapareceu. Ele partiria em vinte e quatro horas e talvez nunca mais a visse. As lembranças do amor dela voltaram, e ele soube que ela estava gravemente doente a apenas uma milha dali. Sem poder escapar da prisão, sacudiu o portão de ferro, golpeou as paredes e chorou como uma criança.

Original English Version

'In the first transports of her mental anguish, the suffering mother threw herself on her knees at my feet, and fervently sought the Almighty Being who had hitherto supported her in all her troubles to release her from a world of woe and misery, and to spare the life of her only child. A burst of grief, and a violent struggle, such as I hope I may never have to witness again, succeeded. I knew that her heart was breaking from that hour; but I never once heard complaint or murmur escape her lips.

'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. It was in vain. He remained moody, obstinate, and unmoved. Not even the unlooked-for commutation of his sentence to transportation for fourteen years, softened for an instant the sullen hardihood of his demeanour.

'But the spirit of resignation and endurance that had so long upheld her, was unable to contend against bodily weakness and infirmity. She fell sick. She dragged her tottering limbs from the bed to visit her son once more, but her strength failed her, and she sank powerless on the ground.

'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. A day passed away and his mother was not there; another flew by, and she came not near him; a third evening arrived, and yet he had not seen her--, and in four-and-twenty hours he was to be separated from her, perhaps for ever. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! His mother, the only parent he had ever known, lay ill--it might be, dying--within one mile of the ground he stood on; were he free and unfettered, a few minutes would place him by her side. He rushed to the gate, and grasping the iron rails with the energy of desperation, shook it till it rang again, and threw himself against the thick wall as if to force a passage through the stone; but the strong building mocked his feeble efforts, and he beat his hands together and wept like a child.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Nos primeiros arroubos de sua angústia mental, a sofredora mãe lançou-se de joelhos a meus pés, e implorou fervorosamente ao Ser Todo-Poderoso que até então a amparara em todas as suas aflições que a libertasse de um mundo de dor e miséria, e que poupasse a vida de seu único filho. Sobreveio uma explosão de dor, e uma luta violenta, tal como espero jamais ter de presenciar de novo. Soube que o coração dela se partia daquela hora em diante; mas nunca uma só vez ouvi queixa ou murmúrio escapar-lhe dos lábios.

'Era um espetáculo lastimável ver aquela mulher no pátio da prisão, dia após dia, tentando ávida e fervorosamente, com afeto e súplica, abrandar o duro coração do filho obstinado. Foi em vão. Ele permanecia sombrio, teimoso e impassível. Nem mesmo a inesperada comutação de sua sentença para deportação por quatorze anos abrandou por um instante a carrancuda dureza de seu comportamento.

'Mas o espírito de resignação e paciência que por tanto tempo a sustentara foi incapaz de lutar contra a fraqueza e a enfermidade do corpo. Ela adoeceu. Arrastou os membros trôpegos do leito para visitar o filho mais uma vez, mas as forças lhe faltaram, e ela tombou impotente ao chão.

'E agora a gabada frieza e indiferença do rapaz foram deveras postas à prova; e o castigo que sobre ele desabou pesadamente quase o levou à loucura. Passou-se um dia, e sua mãe não estava ali; voou outro, e ela não se aproximou dele; chegou um terceiro entardecer, e ainda não a vira - e dentro de vinte e quatro horas seria separado dela, talvez para sempre. Oh! Como os há muito esquecidos pensamentos de outrora lhe assaltaram a mente, enquanto quase corria de um lado a outro do estreito pátio - como se a notícia chegasse mais depressa por sua pressa - , e quão amargamente o acometeu a sensação de seu desamparo e desolação, ao ouvir a verdade! Sua mãe, o único genitor que jamais conhecera, jazia enferma - talvez moribunda - a menos de uma milha do chão em que se achava; estivesse ele livre e sem grilhões, poucos minutos o poriam a seu lado. Precipitou-se ao portão, e, agarrando as grades de ferro com a energia do desespero, sacudiu-o até fazê-lo ranger de novo, e atirou-se contra o espesso muro, como que para abrir passagem pela pedra; mas a sólida construção zombou de seus débeis esforços, e ele bateu as mãos uma na outra e chorou como uma criança.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O clérigo levou ao filho o perdão e a bênção da mãe. Também levou o profundo arrependimento de Edmunds e seu pedido de perdão ao leito dela. O prisioneiro fez muitos planos para cuidar da mãe depois de voltar, mas o clérigo sabia que ela morreria muito antes de ele chegar à colônia penal.

Edmunds foi levado durante a noite. Algumas semanas depois, sua mãe morreu e, segundo o clérigo, encontrou a paz eterna. Ele a enterrou no pequeno cemitério da igreja. Nenhuma pedra marcava o túmulo; as pessoas conheciam seu sofrimento, mas apenas Deus conhecia toda a sua bondade.

Antes de partir, Edmunds prometera escrever à mãe por meio do clérigo. Seu pai se recusou a vê-lo depois da prisão e não se importava se ele vivia. Anos se passaram sem uma carta. Depois de mais de sete anos, o clérigo acreditou que Edmunds estava morto e quase desejou que fosse verdade.

Edmunds fora enviado para uma região distante no interior, o que talvez explique por que nenhuma carta chegou. Permaneceu ali durante os catorze anos. Quando a pena terminou, cumpriu a promessa feita à mãe. Apesar de incontáveis dificuldades, voltou à Inglaterra e caminhou até sua aldeia natal.

Original English Version

'I bore the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son in prison; and I carried the solemn assurance of repentance, and his fervent supplication for pardon, to her sick-bed. I heard, with pity and compassion, the repentant man devise a thousand little plans for her comfort and support when he returned; but I knew that many months before he could reach his place of destination, his mother would be no longer of this world.

'He was removed by night. A few weeks afterwards the poor woman's soul took its flight, I confidently hope, and solemnly believe, to a place of eternal happiness and rest. I performed the burial service over her remains. She lies in our little churchyard. There is no stone at her grave's head. Her sorrows were known to man; her virtues to God.

'It had been arranged previously to the convict's departure, that he should write to his mother as soon as he could obtain permission, and that the letter should be addressed to me. The father had positively refused to see his son from the moment of his apprehension; and it was a matter of indifference to him whether he lived or died. Many years passed over without any intelligence of him; and when more than half his term of transportation had expired, and I had received no letter, I concluded him to be dead, as, indeed, I almost hoped he might be.

'Edmunds, however, had been sent a considerable distance up the country on his arrival at the settlement; and to this circumstance, perhaps, may be attributed the fact, that though several letters were despatched, none of them ever reached my hands. He remained in the same place during the whole fourteen years. At the expiration of the term, steadily adhering to his old resolution and the pledge he gave his mother, he made his way back to England amidst innumerable difficulties, and returned, on foot, to his native place.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Levei o perdão e a bênção da mãe ao filho na prisão; e levei a solene garantia de arrependimento, e a sua fervorosa súplica de perdão, ao leito de doente dela. Ouvi, com pena e compaixão, o homem arrependido tramar mil pequenos planos para o conforto e o sustento dela quando ele regressasse; mas eu sabia que, muitos meses antes de ele poder alcançar o lugar de seu destino, sua mãe já não seria deste mundo.

'Ele foi levado à noite. Poucas semanas depois, a alma da pobre mulher alçou voo, espero com confiança e creio solenemente, para um lugar de eterna felicidade e descanso. Realizei o serviço fúnebre sobre seus restos. Ela jaz em nosso pequeno cemitério. Não há pedra à cabeceira de sua sepultura. Suas dores eram conhecidas dos homens; suas virtudes, de Deus.

'Ficara combinado, antes da partida do forçado, que ele escreveria à mãe assim que obtivesse permissão, e que a carta seria endereçada a mim. O pai recusara-se terminantemente a ver o filho desde o momento de sua prisão; e era-lhe indiferente que ele vivesse ou morresse. Muitos anos se passaram sem qualquer notícia dele; e quando mais da metade de seu prazo de deportação expirara, e eu não recebera carta alguma, concluí que ele estivesse morto, como, de fato, quase esperava que estivesse.

'Edmunds, porém, fora enviado a considerável distância interior adentro à sua chegada à colônia; e a essa circunstância, talvez, se possa atribuir o fato de que, embora várias cartas tenham sido despachadas, nenhuma delas jamais chegou às minhas mãos. Ele permaneceu no mesmo lugar durante todos os quatorze anos. Findo o prazo, aderindo firmemente à sua velha resolução e à promessa que fizera à mãe, abriu caminho de volta à Inglaterra em meio a inúmeras dificuldades, e regressou, a pé, à sua terra natal.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Numa bela noite de domingo em agosto, Edmunds voltou à aldeia que deixara com vergonha dezessete anos antes. Ao atravessar o cemitério da igreja, lembrou-se de segurar a mão da mãe, ver suas lágrimas, ouvir sua voz suave e brincar ali quando criança. Então toda a bondade dela sem resposta, seus avisos ignorados e as promessas quebradas encheram sua mente até ele não aguentar mais.

Edmunds entrou na igreja vazia depois da cerimônia da noite. Tudo parecia conhecido, mas menor. Viu os antigos monumentos, o púlpito e o altar, depois se aproximou do velho lugar de sua mãe. A almofada e a Bíblia haviam desaparecido. Com medo de que ela estivesse morta, afastou-se tremendo. Na entrada encontrou o velho que antes cavava sepulturas ali e temeu ser reconhecido.

O velho apenas desejou boa noite ao desconhecido e continuou andando. Ele havia esquecido Edmunds.

Edmunds atravessou a aldeia tranquila enquanto as pessoas descansavam diante de suas casas. Observava com nervosismo para ver se alguém o reconheceria e evitaria. Reconheceu antigos colegas de escola que agora tinham filhos e trabalhadores fortes que haviam se tornado velhos e fracos. Mas ninguém o reconheceu, e ele continuou sozinho.

Original English Version

'On a fine Sunday evening, in the month of August, John Edmunds set foot in the village he had left with shame and disgrace seventeen years before. His nearest way lay through the churchyard. The man's heart swelled as he crossed the stile. The tall old elms, through whose branches the declining sun cast here and there a rich ray of light upon the shady part, awakened the associations of his earliest days. He pictured himself as he was then, clinging to his mother's hand, and walking peacefully to church. He remembered how he used to look up into her pale face; and how her eyes would sometimes fill with tears as she gazed upon his features--tears which fell hot upon his forehead as she stooped to kiss him, and made him weep too, although he little knew then what bitter tears hers were. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer.

'He entered the church. The evening service was concluded and the congregation had dispersed, but it was not yet closed. His steps echoed through the low building with a hollow sound, and he almost feared to be alone, it was so still and quiet. He looked round him. Nothing was changed. The place seemed smaller than it used to be; but there were the old monuments on which he had gazed with childish awe a thousand times; the little pulpit with its faded cushion; the Communion table before which he had so often repeated the Commandments he had reverenced as a child, and forgotten as a man. He approached the old seat; it looked cold and desolate. The cushion had been removed, and the Bible was not there. Perhaps his mother now occupied a poorer seat, or possibly she had grown infirm and could not reach the church alone. He dared not think of what he feared. A cold feeling crept over him, and he trembled violently as he turned away. 'An old man entered the porch just as he reached it. Edmunds started back, for he knew him well; many a time he had watched him digging graves in the churchyard. What would he say to the returned convict?

'The old man raised his eyes to the stranger's face, bade him "good- evening," and walked slowly on. He had forgotten him.

'He walked down the hill, and through the village. The weather was warm, and the people were sitting at their doors, or strolling in their little gardens as he passed, enjoying the serenity of the evening, and their rest from labour. Many a look was turned towards him, and many a doubtful glance he cast on either side to see whether any knew and shunned him. There were strange faces in almost every house; in some he recognised the burly form of some old schoolfellow--a boy when he last saw him--surrounded by a troop of merry children; in others he saw, seated in an easy-chair at a cottage door, a feeble and infirm old man, whom he only remembered as a hale and hearty labourer; but they had all forgotten him, and he passed on unknown.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Numa bela tarde de domingo, no mês de agosto, John Edmunds pôs os pés na aldeia que deixara com vergonha e desonra dezessete anos antes. Seu caminho mais curto passava pelo cemitério. O coração do homem inchou ao transpor a cancela. Os altos e velhos olmos, por entre cujos ramos o sol declinante lançava aqui e ali um rico raio de luz sobre a parte sombreada, despertaram as associações de seus primeiros dias. Imaginou-se como era então, agarrado à mão da mãe, caminhando serenamente para a igreja. Lembrou-se de como costumava erguer o olhar para o rosto pálido dela; e de como os olhos dela às vezes se enchiam de lágrimas ao fitar-lhe as feições - lágrimas que caíam quentes sobre sua testa quando ela se abaixava para beijá-lo, e o faziam chorar também, embora ele pouco soubesse então que amargas eram aquelas lágrimas. Pensou quantas vezes descera alegremente por aquela vereda com algum companheiro de brincadeiras de infância, olhando para trás, vez após vez, para captar o sorriso da mãe, ou ouvir-lhe a voz meiga; e então pareceu erguer-se um véu de sua memória, e palavras de bondade não correspondida, e advertências desprezadas, e promessas quebradas, afluíram-lhe à lembrança, até que o coração lhe faltou, e ele já não pôde suportá-lo.

'Entrou na igreja. O serviço vespertino terminara e a congregação se dispersara, mas ela ainda não estava fechada. Seus passos ecoaram pela baixa construção com um som cavo, e ele quase temeu ficar sozinho, tão silencioso e tranquilo era o lugar. Olhou em volta de si. Nada mudara. O lugar parecia menor do que costumava ser; mas lá estavam os velhos monumentos que ele contemplara mil vezes com temor infantil; o pequeno púlpito com sua almofada desbotada; a mesa da Comunhão diante da qual tantas vezes repetira os Mandamentos que reverenciara em criança, e esquecera como homem. Aproximou-se do velho assento; parecia frio e desolado. A almofada fora removida, e a Bíblia não estava ali. Talvez a mãe ocupasse agora um assento mais pobre, ou possivelmente se tornara enferma e não pudesse chegar à igreja sozinha. Não ousava pensar no que temia. Uma sensação de frio apossou-se dele, e ele tremeu violentamente ao voltar-se. Um velho entrou no pórtico justamente quando ele o alcançava. Edmunds recuou sobressaltado, pois o conhecia bem; muitas vezes o observara cavando sepulturas no cemitério. Que diria ele ao forçado que regressava?

'O velho ergueu os olhos para o rosto do estranho, desejou-lhe "boa tarde", e prosseguiu lentamente. Esquecera-se dele.

'Ele desceu a colina, e atravessou a aldeia. O tempo estava quente, e as pessoas se achavam sentadas às portas, ou passeavam em seus pequenos jardins à medida que ele passava, gozando a serenidade da tarde, e o seu repouso do trabalho. Muitos olhares se voltaram para ele, e muitos olhares hesitantes ele lançou a um e outro lado para ver se alguém o conhecia e o evitava. Havia rostos estranhos em quase todas as casas; nalgumas reconheceu a forma corpulenta de algum antigo companheiro de escola - um menino quando o vira pela última vez - cercado por uma tropa de crianças alegres; noutras viu, sentado numa poltrona à porta de um chalé, um velho débil e enfermo, de quem só se lembrava como um trabalhador robusto e sadio; mas todos o haviam esquecido, e ele passou adiante, desconhecido.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Ao pôr do sol, Edmunds chegou à casa de sua infância, com a qual sonhara durante anos de prisão e tristeza. A cerca e o jardim pareciam menores, mas as velhas árvores permaneciam. Vozes alegres e desconhecidas vinham da casa, e crianças correram para brincar com seu pai carinhoso. Edmunds lembrou-se de se esconder ali do próprio pai violento e de ouvir a mãe chorar. Partiu soluçando, mas também cheio de uma raiva feroz.

Esse era o retorno ao lar que Edmunds imaginara durante muitos anos dolorosos. Ninguém o recebeu nem perdoou, nenhuma casa o acolheu e nenhuma mão ofereceu ajuda. Nem mesmo sua solidão nas florestas selvagens e distantes fora tão terrível quanto aquilo.

Na distante colônia penal, Edmunds imaginara sua aldeia como era quando partiu. Não pensara em como ela mudaria. A verdade destruiu sua coragem. Sem conseguir fazer perguntas nem visitar a única pessoa que talvez o recebesse com bondade, deixou a estrada, entrou num campo conhecido, cobriu o rosto e caiu sobre a grama.

Original English Version

'The last soft light of the setting sun had fallen on the earth, casting a rich glow on the yellow corn sheaves, and lengthening the shadows of the orchard trees, as he stood before the old house--the home of his infancy--to which his heart had yearned with an intensity of affection not to be described, through long and weary years of captivity and sorrow. The paling was low, though he well remembered the time that it had seemed a high wall to him; and he looked over into the old garden. There were more seeds and gayer flowers than there used to be, but there were the old trees still--the very tree under which he had lain a thousand times when tired of playing in the sun, and felt the soft, mild sleep of happy boyhood steal gently upon him. There were voices within the house. He listened, but they fell strangely upon his ear; he knew them not. They were merry too; and he well knew that his poor old mother could not be cheerful, and he away. The door opened, and a group of little children bounded out, shouting and romping. The father, with a little boy in his arms, appeared at the door, and they crowded round him, clapping their tiny hands, and dragging him out, to join their joyous sports. The convict thought on the many times he had shrunk from his father's sight in that very place. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion.

'And such was the return to which he had looked through the weary perspective of many years, and for which he had undergone so much suffering! No face of welcome, no look of forgiveness, no house to receive, no hand to help him--and this too in the old village. What was his loneliness in the wild, thick woods, where man was never seen, to this!

'He felt that in the distant land of his bondage and infamy, he had thought of his native place as it was when he left it; and not as it would be when he returned. The sad reality struck coldly at his heart, and his spirit sank within him. He had not courage to make inquiries, or to present himself to the only person who was likely to receive him with kindness and compassion. He walked slowly on; and shunning the roadside like a guilty man, turned into a meadow he well remembered; and covering his face with his hands, threw himself upon the grass.

Tradução Integral em Português

'A última luz suave do sol poente pousara sobre a terra, lançando um rico clarão sobre os amarelos feixes de trigo, e alongando as sombras das árvores do pomar, quando ele parou diante da velha casa - o lar de sua infância - pela qual seu coração ansiara com uma intensidade de afeto indescritível, ao longo de longos e penosos anos de cativeiro e tristeza. A cerca era baixa, embora ele bem se lembrasse do tempo em que ela lhe parecera um muro alto; e ele espiou por sobre ela para o velho jardim. Havia mais mudas e flores mais garridas do que costumava haver, mas lá estavam as velhas árvores ainda - a própria árvore sob a qual se deitara mil vezes quando cansado de brincar ao sol, e sentira o sono suave e brando da feliz meninice insinuar-se de mansinho sobre ele. Havia vozes dentro da casa. Ele escutou, mas elas caíram estranhamente em seu ouvido; não as conhecia. Eram alegres também; e ele bem sabia que sua pobre e velha mãe não poderia estar contente, estando ele ausente. A porta abriu-se, e um grupo de criancinhas saltou para fora, gritando e brincando. O pai, com um menininho nos braços, apareceu à porta, e elas se aglomeraram em torno dele, batendo as mãozinhas e arrastando-o para fora, para juntar-se a seus jubilosos folguedos. O forçado pensou nas muitas vezes em que se encolhera ao ver o pai naquele mesmo lugar. Lembrou-se de quantas vezes enterrara a cabeça trêmula sob a roupa de cama, e ouvira a palavra áspera, e o golpe rude, e os lamentos da mãe; e, embora o homem soluçasse alto de angústia de espírito ao deixar o lugar, o punho estava cerrado, e os dentes cerrados, numa feroz e mortal paixão.

'E tal era o regresso pelo qual ansiara através da penosa perspectiva de muitos anos, e pelo qual padecera tanto sofrimento! Nenhum rosto de boas-vindas, nenhum olhar de perdão, nenhuma casa para acolhê-lo, nenhuma mão para ajudá-lo - e isto na velha aldeia. Que era a sua solidão nas selvagens e cerradas florestas, onde jamais se via homem algum, comparada a esta!

'Sentiu que, na terra distante de seu cativeiro e infâmia, pensara em sua terra natal tal como era quando a deixou; e não como seria quando regressasse. A triste realidade feriu-lhe friamente o coração, e o ânimo esvaiu-se-lhe por dentro. Não tinha coragem de fazer perguntas, nem de apresentar-se à única pessoa que provavelmente o receberia com bondade e compaixão. Caminhou devagar; e, evitando a beira da estrada como um homem culpado, entrou num prado de que bem se lembrava; e, cobrindo o rosto com as mãos, atirou-se sobre a relva.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Edmunds não notara um homem deitado por perto. Quando o homem se moveu para observá-lo, Edmunds levantou a cabeça.

O homem se sentou. Seu corpo era curvado, seu rosto amarelo e enrugado, e as roupas mostravam que vivia no asilo de pobres. A doença e a vida ruim faziam-no parecer muito velho. Enquanto encarava Edmunds, seus olhos sem brilho se encheram de um medo estranho. Edmunds se ajoelhou e estudou o velho. Os dois se encararam em silêncio.

O velho ficou mortalmente pálido, tremeu e se levantou sem firmeza. Edmunds também saltou de pé. O velho recuou, mas Edmunds avançou em sua direção.

Com uma voz rouca e falha, Edmunds pediu que o homem falasse.

O velho praguejou e gritou para Edmunds ficar longe, mas Edmunds se aproximou.

Aterrorizado, o velho gritou novamente e atingiu com força o rosto de Edmunds usando sua bengala.

Edmunds o chamou ao mesmo tempo de pai e demônio. Avançou e agarrou o pescoço do velho, mas então lembrou que aquele homem era seu pai e deixou o braço cair.

Original English Version

'He had not observed that a man was lying on the bank beside him; his garments rustled as he turned round to steal a look at the new-comer; and Edmunds raised his head.

'The man had moved into a sitting posture. His body was much bent, and his face was wrinkled and yellow. His dress denoted him an inmate of the workhouse: he had the appearance of being very old, but it looked more the effect of dissipation or disease, than the length of years. He was staring hard at the stranger, and though his eyes were lustreless and heavy at first, they appeared to glow with an unnatural and alarmed expression after they had been fixed upon him for a short time, until they seemed to be starting from their sockets. Edmunds gradually raised himself to his knees, and looked more and more earnestly on the old man's face. They gazed upon each other in silence.

'The old man was ghastly pale. He shuddered and tottered to his feet. Edmunds sprang to his. He stepped back a pace or two. Edmunds advanced.

'"Let me hear you speak," said the convict, in a thick, broken voice.

'"Stand off!" cried the old man, with a dreadful oath. The convict drew closer to him.

'"Stand off!" shrieked the old man. Furious with terror, he raised his stick, and struck Edmunds a heavy blow across the face.

'"Father--devil!" murmured the convict between his set teeth. He rushed wildly forward, and clenched the old man by the throat--but he was his father; and his arm fell powerless by his side.

Tradução Integral em Português

'Não reparara que havia um homem deitado no barranco a seu lado; as roupas deste sussurraram quando ele se voltou para lançar um olhar furtivo ao recém-chegado; e Edmunds ergueu a cabeça.

'O homem passara para uma postura sentada. O corpo estava muito curvado, e o rosto enrugado e amarelo. As vestes denunciavam-no morador do asilo de indigentes: tinha a aparência de ser muito velho, mas parecia mais o efeito da devassidão ou da doença do que do peso dos anos. Fitava com fixidez o estranho, e, embora seus olhos estivessem a princípio baços e pesados, pareceram fulgurar com uma expressão antinatural e alarmada depois de haverem-se fixado nele por um breve tempo, até parecerem saltar das órbitas. Edmunds ergueu-se aos poucos sobre os joelhos, e olhou cada vez mais atentamente para o rosto do velho. Fitaram-se um ao outro em silêncio.

'O velho estava horrivelmente pálido. Estremeceu e pôs-se de pé, cambaleante. Edmunds levantou-se de um salto. O velho recuou um passo ou dois. Edmunds avançou.

' - Deixe-me ouvi-lo falar - disse o forçado, com voz grossa e entrecortada.

' - Afaste-se! - gritou o velho, com uma praga terrível. O forçado chegou-se mais perto dele.

' - Afaste-se! - berrou o velho. Furioso de terror, ergueu o bastão e desferiu em Edmunds um pesado golpe através do rosto.

' - Pai... demônio! - murmurou o forçado por entre os dentes cerrados. Precipitou-se furiosamente para a frente, e agarrou o velho pela garganta - mas era o seu pai; e o braço tombou-lhe impotente ao lado do corpo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O velho soltou um grito terrível pelos campos solitários. Sangue saiu de sua boca e de seu nariz enquanto ele caía, deixando a grama vermelho-escura. Um vaso sanguíneo se rompera, e ele morreu antes que o filho pudesse levantá-lo.

Depois de um breve silêncio, o clérigo disse que um homem estava enterrado no canto do cemitério que mencionara. Esse homem trabalhou para ele durante três anos depois daqueles acontecimentos e mostrou verdadeiro arrependimento e humildade. Ninguém mais soube que ele era John Edmunds, o prisioneiro que voltara.

Original English Version

'The old man uttered a loud yell which rang through the lonely fields like the howl of an evil spirit. His face turned black, the gore rushed from his mouth and nose, and dyed the grass a deep, dark red, as he staggered and fell. He had ruptured a blood-vessel, and he was a dead man before his son could raise him.

'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. No one save myself knew in that man's lifetime who he was, or whence he came--it was John Edmunds, the returned convict.'

Tradução Integral em Português

'O velho soltou um alto uivo que ressoou pelos campos solitários como o urro de um espírito maligno. O rosto ficou-lhe negro, o sangue jorrou-lhe da boca e do nariz, e tingiu a relva de um vermelho fundo e escuro, enquanto ele cambaleava e tombava. Rompera um vaso sanguíneo, e estava morto antes que o filho pudesse erguê-lo.

'Naquele canto do cemitério - disse o velho cavalheiro, após um silêncio de alguns momentos - , naquele canto do cemitério de que falei antes, jaz sepultado um homem que esteve a meu serviço por três anos após este acontecimento, e que foi verdadeiramente contrito, penitente e humilhado, se algum homem jamais o foi. Ninguém, exceto eu, soube em vida daquele homem quem ele era, ou de onde vinha - era John Edmunds, o forçado que regressara.'

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CHAPTER VII. How Mr. Winkle, Instead of Shooting at the Pigeon and Killing the Crow, Shot at the Crow and Wounded the Pigeon; How the Dingley Dell Cricket Club Played All-muggleton, and How All-muggleton Dined at the Dingley Dell Expense; with Other Interesting and Instructive Matters

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

As aventuras cansativas do dia, ou talvez a história sonolenta do clérigo, deixaram Pickwick muito cansado. Menos de cinco minutos depois de entrar em seu quarto confortável, caiu num sono profundo e sem sonhos. O sol da manhã finalmente o acordou, e ele saltou depressa da cama.

Ao abrir a janela, Pickwick elogiou a bela paisagem do campo. Perguntou-se como alguém que vira aquela vista poderia voltar para uma cidade de tijolos, telhados e pedra. Depois de fazer essa pergunta ao ar vazio por bastante tempo, colocou a cabeça para fora e olhou ao redor.

O cheiro doce do feno e de muitas flores do jardim chegou à janela. Os campos verdes brilhavam com gotas da manhã, as folhas se moviam no vento suave e os pássaros cantavam lindamente. Pickwick se perdeu num sonho agradável.

Um grito de "Olá!" o despertou de seus pensamentos.

Pickwick olhou para a direita, para a esquerda e até para o céu, mas não viu ninguém. Finalmente, fez o mais óbvio e olhou para baixo, no jardim, onde viu o Sr. Wardle.

Original English Version

The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Mr. Pickwick was no sluggard, and he sprang like an ardent warrior from his tent-bedstead.

'Pleasant, pleasant country,' sighed the enthusiastic gentleman, as he opened his lattice window. 'Who could live to gaze from day to day on bricks and slates who had once felt the influence of a scene like this? Who could continue to exist where there are no cows but the cows on the chimney-pots; nothing redolent of Pan but pan-tiles; no crop but stone crop? Who could bear to drag out a life in such a spot? Who, I ask, could endure it?' and, having cross-examined solitude after the most approved precedents, at considerable length, Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of the lattice and looked around him.

The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Mr. Pickwick fell into an enchanting and delicious reverie.

'Hollo!' was the sound that roused him.

He looked to the right, but he saw nobody; his eyes wandered to the left, and pierced the prospect; he stared into the sky, but he wasn't wanted there; and then he did what a common mind would have done at once--looked into the garden, and there saw Mr. Wardle.

Tradução Integral em Português

As fatigantes aventuras do dia, ou a influência sonífera da história do clérigo, atuaram com tal força sobre as tendências sonolentas do Sr. Pickwick que, menos de cinco minutos depois de conduzido a seu confortável quarto de dormir, ele mergulhou num sono profundo e sem sonhos, do qual só despertou quando o sol da manhã lançou seus raios brilhantes, em tom de censura, para dentro do aposento. O Sr. Pickwick não era homem de preguiça, e ergueu-se como um ardente guerreiro de sua cama de campanha.

- Agradável, agradabilíssimo campo - suspirou o entusiástico cavalheiro, ao abrir a janela de treliça. - Quem poderia viver a contemplar, dia após dia, tijolos e ardósias, tendo uma vez sentido a influência de uma cena como esta? Quem poderia continuar a existir onde não há mais vacas senão as vacas dos chapéus de chaminé; nada que evoque Pã senão as telhas planas; nenhuma colheita senão o musgo das pedras? Quem suportaria arrastar a vida num lugar assim? Quem, eu pergunto, poderia suportá-lo? - e, tendo interrogado a solidão segundo os precedentes mais consagrados, e por considerável extensão, o Sr. Pickwick pôs a cabeça para fora da treliça e olhou em redor.

O aroma rico e doce dos montes de feno subia até a janela de seu quarto; os cem perfumes do pequeno jardim de flores lá embaixo embalsamavam o ar em volta; os prados de um verde profundo reluziam sob o orvalho matinal que cintilava em cada folha ao tremer na brisa suave; e os pássaros cantavam como se cada gota reluzente fosse para eles uma fonte de inspiração. O Sr. Pickwick caiu num devaneio encantador e delicioso.

- Olá! - foi o som que o despertou.

Olhou para a direita, mas não viu ninguém; seus olhos vaguearam para a esquerda e perscrutaram a paisagem; fitou o céu, mas ali não era necessário; e então fez o que uma mente comum teria feito de imediato - olhou para o jardim, e ali viu o Sr. Wardle.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O alegre Wardle o cumprimentou sem fôlego. Elogiou a bela manhã, disse estar contente porque Pickwick acordara cedo e o convidou a descer depressa e sair.

Pickwick não precisou de outro convite. Vestiu-se em dez minutos e juntou-se ao velho cavalheiro.

Pickwick notou que Wardle tinha uma arma e que havia outra na grama, então perguntou o que estava acontecendo.

Wardle disse que ele e Winkle iriam caçar gralhas antes do café da manhã. Perguntou se Winkle era um bom atirador.

Pickwick disse que Winkle afirmava ser um excelente atirador, mas nunca o vira mirar em nada.

Wardle desejou que Winkle chegasse e chamou Joe em voz alta.

A manhã animada deixou o garoto gordo apenas parcialmente adormecido, e ele saiu da casa.

Wardle mandou Joe chamar Winkle e guiá-lo até o lugar onde viviam as gralhas.

Joe foi cumprir a tarefa, enquanto Wardle carregou as duas armas e conduziu Pickwick para fora do jardim.

Original English Version

'How are you?' said the good-humoured individual, out of breath with his own anticipations of pleasure.'Beautiful morning, ain't it? Glad to see you up so early. Make haste down, and come out. I'll wait for you here.'

Mr. Pickwick needed no second invitation. Ten minutes sufficed for the completion of his toilet, and at the expiration of that time he was by the old gentleman's side.

'Hollo!' said Mr. Pickwick in his turn, seeing that his companion was armed with a gun, and that another lay ready on the grass; 'what's going forward?'

'Why, your friend and I,' replied the host, 'are going out rook-shooting before breakfast. He's a very good shot, ain't he?'

'I've heard him say he's a capital one,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'but I never saw him aim at anything.'

'Well,' said the host, 'I wish he'd come. Joe--Joe!'

The fat boy, who under the exciting influence of the morning did not appear to be more than three parts and a fraction asleep, emerged from the house.

'Go up, and call the gentleman, and tell him he'll find me and Mr. Pickwick in the rookery. Show the gentleman the way there; d'ye hear?'

The boy departed to execute his commission; and the host, carrying both guns like a second Robinson Crusoe, led the way from the garden.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Como vai o senhor? - disse o bem-humorado indivíduo, sem fôlego de tanta antecipação do próprio prazer. - Bela manhã, não é? Alegro-me em vê-lo de pé tão cedo. Desça depressa e venha cá fora. Espero-o aqui.

O Sr. Pickwick não precisou de segundo convite. Dez minutos bastaram para completar sua toalete e, esgotado esse prazo, já estava ao lado do velho cavalheiro.

- Olá! - disse o Sr. Pickwick por sua vez, ao ver que o companheiro estava armado de uma espingarda, e que outra jazia pronta sobre a relva. - O que está acontecendo?

- Ora, seu amigo e eu - respondeu o anfitrião - vamos caçar gralhas antes do desjejum. Ele é excelente atirador, não é?

- Já o ouvi dizer que é de primeira - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick - , mas nunca o vi mirar em coisa alguma.

- Bem - disse o anfitrião - , quem me dera que ele viesse. Joe... Joe!

O menino gordo, que sob a influência excitante da manhã não parecia estar mais do que três quartos e uma fração adormecido, emergiu da casa.

- Suba, chame o cavalheiro e diga-lhe que me encontrará, junto com o Sr. Pickwick, no bosque das gralhas. Mostre o caminho ao cavalheiro; está ouvindo?

O menino partiu para cumprir sua missão; e o anfitrião, carregando as duas espingardas como um segundo Robinson Crusoé, abriu caminho para fora do jardim.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Depois de uma breve caminhada entre as árvores, Wardle disse que haviam chegado. Os gritos constantes das gralhas já deixavam isso claro.

Wardle colocou uma arma no chão e carregou a outra.

Pickwick viu Tupman, Snodgrass e Winkle chegando. Joe não sabia qual homem chamar, então, com esperteza, chamou os três.

Wardle chamou Winkle e brincou que um homem tão habilidoso deveria ter acordado mais cedo, mesmo para aquele esporte simples.

Winkle forçou um sorriso e pegou a arma. Seu rosto infeliz parecia o de uma gralha esperando ser morta.

Wardle assentiu, e dois garotos malvestidos, guiados pelo jovem Lambert, começaram a subir em duas árvores.

Alarmado, Pickwick perguntou por que os garotos estavam ali. Imaginou se a pobreza os obrigava a servir de alvos para atiradores inexperientes.

Wardle riu e explicou que os garotos estavam ali apenas para fazer as aves se moverem.

Pickwick pediu que Wardle explicasse o que queria dizer.

Original English Version

'This is the place,' said the old gentleman, pausing after a few minutes walking, in an avenue of trees. The information was unnecessary; for the incessant cawing of the unconscious rooks sufficiently indicated their whereabouts.

The old gentleman laid one gun on the ground, and loaded the other.

'Here they are,' said Mr. Pickwick; and, as he spoke, the forms of Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle appeared in the distance. The fat boy, not being quite certain which gentleman he was directed to call, had with peculiar sagacity, and to prevent the possibility of any mistake, called them all.

'Come along,' shouted the old gentleman, addressing Mr. Winkle; 'a keen hand like you ought to have been up long ago, even to such poor work as this.'

Mr. Winkle responded with a forced smile, and took up the spare gun with an expression of countenance which a metaphysical rook, impressed with a foreboding of his approaching death by violence, may be supposed to assume. It might have been keenness, but it looked remarkably like misery.

The old gentleman nodded; and two ragged boys who had been marshalled to the spot under the direction of the infant Lambert, forthwith commenced climbing up two of the trees.

'What are these lads for?' inquired Mr. Pickwick abruptly. He was rather alarmed; for he was not quite certain but that the distress of the agricultural interest, about which he had often heard a great deal, might have compelled the small boys attached to the soil to earn a precarious and hazardous subsistence by making marks of themselves for inexperienced sportsmen.

'Only to start the game,' replied Mr. Wardle, laughing.

'To what?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

Tradução Integral em Português

- É aqui - disse o velho cavalheiro, detendo-se após alguns minutos de caminhada, numa alameda de árvores. A informação era desnecessária, pois o incessante grasnar das gralhas inconscientes indicava suficientemente o paradeiro delas.

O velho cavalheiro pousou uma espingarda no chão e carregou a outra.

- Ei-los que chegam - disse o Sr. Pickwick; e, enquanto falava, as figuras do Sr. Tupman, do Sr. Snodgrass e do Sr. Winkle surgiram ao longe. O menino gordo, não estando bem certo de qual cavalheiro fora mandado chamar, com peculiar sagacidade, e para prevenir a possibilidade de qualquer engano, chamara a todos.

- Venham cá - gritou o velho cavalheiro, dirigindo-se ao Sr. Winkle. - Um caçador experiente como o senhor já devia estar de pé há muito, mesmo para uma tarefa tão modesta como esta.

O Sr. Winkle respondeu com um sorriso forçado e tomou a espingarda sobressalente com uma expressão que uma gralha metafísica, tomada pelo pressentimento de sua morte iminente por violência, poderia assumir. Talvez fosse entusiasmo, mas parecia extraordinariamente com aflição.

O velho cavalheiro fez que sim com a cabeça; e dois meninos esfarrapados, que haviam sido reunidos ali sob a direção do pequenino Lambert, puseram-se logo a trepar em duas das árvores.

- Para que servem esses rapazes? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick abruptamente. Estava um tanto alarmado, pois não tinha certeza de que a penúria dos interesses agrícolas, a respeito da qual ouvira falar muitas vezes e em grande quantidade, não houvesse obrigado os meninos ligados à terra a ganhar um sustento precário e arriscado, fazendo de si mesmos alvos para caçadores inexperientes.

- Apenas para levantar a caça - respondeu o Sr. Wardle, rindo.

- Para quê? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle disse claramente que os garotos assustariam as gralhas.

Pickwick ficou aliviado e perguntou se era só isso.

Wardle perguntou se Pickwick agora estava satisfeito.

Pickwick respondeu que estava completamente satisfeito.

Wardle perguntou se deveria começar a atirar.

Winkle concordou com prazer porque isso lhe dava mais tempo antes de sua vez.

Wardle mandou todos se afastarem e se preparou para atirar.

Um garoto gritou e sacudiu um galho com um ninho. Seis gralhas jovens voaram, e Wardle atingiu uma enquanto as outras escaparam.

Wardle mandou Joe pegar a ave caída.

Joe sorriu ao imaginar uma torta de gralha. Ele riu enquanto levava embora a ave gorda.

Wardle recarregou a arma e disse a Winkle que era sua vez de atirar.

Winkle mirou enquanto os amigos se abaixavam, esperando que muitas aves caíssem. Um garoto gritou, asas bateram, mas a arma produziu apenas um clique fraco.

Wardle gritou, surpreso, quando a arma não disparou.

Original English Version

'Why, in plain English, to frighten the rooks.'

'Oh, is that all?'

'You are satisfied?'

'Quite.'

'Very well. Shall I begin?'

'If you please,' said Mr. Winkle, glad of any respite.

'Stand aside, then. Now for it.'

The boy shouted, and shook a branch with a nest on it. Half a dozen young rooks in violent conversation, flew out to ask what the matter was. The old gentleman fired by way of reply. Down fell one bird, and off flew the others.

'Take him up, Joe,' said the old gentleman.

There was a smile upon the youth's face as he advanced. Indistinct visions of rook-pie floated through his imagination. He laughed as he retired with the bird--it was a plump one.

'Now, Mr. Winkle,' said the host, reloading his own gun. 'Fire away.'

Mr. Winkle advanced, and levelled his gun. Mr. Pickwick and his friends cowered involuntarily to escape damage from the heavy fall of rooks, which they felt quite certain would be occasioned by the devastating barrel of their friend. There was a solemn pause--a shout--a flapping of wings--a faint click.

'Hollo!' said the old gentleman.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ora, em bom português, para espantar as gralhas.

- Ah, é só isso?

- O senhor está satisfeito?

- Perfeitamente.

- Muito bem. Posso começar?

- Se me faz o favor - disse o Sr. Winkle, contente com qualquer adiamento.

- Ponha-se de lado, então. Agora vamos a isto.

O menino gritou e sacudiu um galho onde havia um ninho. Meia dúzia de gralhas novas, em animada conversa, saíram voando para perguntar o que se passava. O velho cavalheiro respondeu com um tiro. Caiu um pássaro, e os outros voaram para longe.

- Vá apanhá-lo, Joe - disse o velho cavalheiro.

Havia um sorriso no rosto do rapaz quando ele avançou. Visões indistintas de torta de gralha flutuavam por sua imaginação. Riu ao recolher-se com o pássaro - era rechonchudo.

- Agora, Sr. Winkle - disse o anfitrião, recarregando a própria espingarda. - Fogo nelas.

O Sr. Winkle avançou e nivelou a espingarda. O Sr. Pickwick e seus amigos encolheram-se involuntariamente para escapar aos danos da pesada chuva de gralhas que, tinham plena certeza, seria provocada pelo cano devastador de seu amigo. Houve uma pausa solene - um grito - um bater de asas - um leve estalido.

- Olá! - disse o velho cavalheiro.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick perguntou se a arma se recusava a funcionar.

Winkle, muito pálido, disse que a arma não havia disparado.

Wardle achou aquilo estranho e examinou a arma. Então percebeu que faltava a espoleta.

Winkle de repente admitiu que havia esquecido de colocar a espoleta.

Depois de consertar a arma, Winkle atirou em quatro aves. Em vez disso, atingiu o braço esquerdo de Tupman, salvando todas as aves.

Todos ficaram confusos. Pickwick chamou Winkle de homem terrível, Tupman caiu, e Winkle se ajoelhou ao lado dele, horrorizado. Os amigos enfaixaram o braço de Tupman e o levaram lentamente para casa.

As mulheres esperavam junto ao portão do jardim para tomar o café da manhã. Rachael sorriu e acenou, sem saber do acidente e felizmente ignorando a má notícia.

O grupo se aproximou da casa.

Isabella perguntou o que acontecera com o senhor baixinho e idoso. Rachael achou que ela falava de Pickwick, pois via Tupman como jovem apesar da idade.

Original English Version

'Won't it go?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Missed fire,' said Mr. Winkle, who was very pale--probably from disappointment.

'Odd,' said the old gentleman, taking the gun. 'Never knew one of them miss fire before. Why, I don't see anything of the cap.'

Bless my soul!' said Mr. Winkle, 'I declare I forgot the cap!'

The slight omission was rectified. Mr. Pickwick crouched again. Mr. Winkle stepped forward with an air of determination and resolution; and Mr. Tupman looked out from behind a tree. The boy shouted; four birds flew out. Mr. Winkle fired. There was a scream as of an individual--not a rook--in corporal anguish. Mr. Tupman had saved the lives of innumerable unoffending birds by receiving a portion of the charge in his left arm.

To describe the confusion that ensued would be impossible. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends.

They drew near the house. The ladies were at the garden gate, waiting for their arrival and their breakfast. The spinster aunt appeared; she smiled, and beckoned them to walk quicker. 'Twas evident she knew not of the disaster. Poor thing! there are times when ignorance is bliss indeed.

They approached nearer.

'Why, what is the matter with the little old gentleman?' said Isabella Wardle. The spinster aunt heeded not the remark; she thought it applied to Mr. Pickwick. In her eyes Tracy Tupman was a youth; she viewed his years through a diminishing glass.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Não dispara? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Negou fogo - disse o Sr. Winkle, muito pálido, provavelmente de decepção.

- Estranho - disse o velho cavalheiro, tomando a espingarda. - Nunca vi nenhuma delas negar fogo antes. Ora, nem sequer vejo sinal da espoleta.

- Deus me valha! - disse o Sr. Winkle. - Confesso que me esqueci da espoleta!

A pequena omissão foi retificada. O Sr. Pickwick encolheu-se de novo. O Sr. Winkle deu um passo à frente com ar de determinação e resolução; e o Sr. Tupman espiou de trás de uma árvore. O menino gritou; quatro pássaros levantaram voo. O Sr. Winkle atirou. Houve um grito como de um indivíduo - não de uma gralha - em angústia corporal. O Sr. Tupman salvara a vida de inúmeros pássaros inofensivos recebendo parte da carga no braço esquerdo.

Descrever a confusão que se seguiu seria impossível. Contar como o Sr. Pickwick, nos primeiros arroubos da emoção, chamou o Sr. Winkle de 'Miserável!'; como o Sr. Tupman jazia prostrado no chão; e como o Sr. Winkle se ajoelhou, tomado de horror, ao lado dele; como o Sr. Tupman clamou desvairadamente por certo nome cristão feminino, e então abriu primeiro um olho, depois o outro, e então tombou para trás e fechou ambos - tudo isso seria tão difícil de descrever nos pormenores quanto seria retratar a gradual recuperação do infeliz indivíduo, o enfaixamento de seu braço com lenços de bolso e o seu transporte de volta, a passos lentos, amparado pelos braços dos amigos aflitos.

Aproximaram-se da casa. As damas estavam junto ao portão do jardim, à espera da chegada deles e do desjejum. A tia solteirona apareceu; sorriu e acenou para que apressassem o passo. Era evidente que nada sabia do desastre. Pobrezinha! Há momentos em que a ignorância é, de fato, uma bênção.

Chegaram mais perto.

- Ora, o que há de errado com o velhinho? - disse Isabella Wardle. A tia solteirona não deu atenção à observação; pensou que se aplicava ao Sr. Pickwick. A seus olhos, Tracy Tupman era um rapaz; ela enxergava os anos dele através de uma lente diminutiva.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle disse às filhas que não tivessem medo. Os homens ao redor de Tupman ainda escondiam o acidente da vista delas.

Wardle disse novamente a todos que não se assustassem.

As mulheres gritaram e perguntaram o que havia acontecido.

Wardle disse que Tupman havia sofrido apenas um pequeno acidente.

Rachael soltou um grito agudo, riu de modo descontrolado e caiu para trás nos braços das sobrinhas.

Wardle sugeriu jogar água fria sobre a irmã.

Rachael disse que estava melhor, depois pediu um médico e perguntou se Tupman estava ferido ou morto. Logo começou a gritar e rir novamente.

Comovido pela preocupação dela, Tupman quase chorou e pediu gentilmente que Rachael se acalmasse.

Quando Rachael ouviu a voz de Tupman, quase teve outra crise emocional.

Tupman pediu gentilmente que Rachael não se agitasse e garantiu que o ferimento era muito pequeno.

Rachael perguntou, surpresa, se Tupman estava mesmo vivo e implorou que dissesse que não estava morto.

Wardle disse com rudeza que Rachael não fosse tola, pois um morto obviamente não poderia afirmar que estava vivo.

Original English Version

'Don't be frightened,' called out the old host, fearful of alarming his daughters. The little party had crowded so completely round Mr. Tupman, that they could not yet clearly discern the nature of the accident.

'Don't be frightened,' said the host.

'What's the matter?' screamed the ladies.

'Mr. Tupman has met with a little accident; that's all.'

The spinster aunt uttered a piercing scream, burst into an hysteric laugh, and fell backwards in the arms of her nieces.

'Throw some cold water over her,' said the old gentleman.

'No, no,' murmured the spinster aunt; 'I am better now. Bella, Emily--a surgeon! Is he wounded?--Is he dead?--Is he--Ha, ha, ha!' Here the spinster aunt burst into fit number two, of hysteric laughter interspersed with screams.

'Calm yourself,' said Mr. Tupman, affected almost to tears by this expression of sympathy with his sufferings. 'Dear, dear madam, calm yourself.'

'It is his voice!' exclaimed the spinster aunt; and strong symptoms of fit number three developed themselves forthwith.

'Do not agitate yourself, I entreat you, dearest madam,' said Mr. Tupman soothingly. 'I am very little hurt, I assure you.'

'Then you are not dead!' ejaculated the hysterical lady. 'Oh, say you are not dead!'

'Don't be a fool, Rachael,' interposed Mr. Wardle, rather more roughly than was consistent with the poetic nature of the scene. 'What the devil's the use of his saying he isn't dead?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Não se assustem - bradou o velho anfitrião, temeroso de alarmar as filhas. O pequeno grupo se apinhara tão completamente em torno do Sr. Tupman que ainda não podiam discernir com clareza a natureza do acidente.

- Não se assustem - disse o anfitrião.

- O que aconteceu? - guincharam as damas.

- O Sr. Tupman sofreu um pequeno acidente; é só isso.

A tia solteirona soltou um grito agudíssimo, irrompeu numa risada histérica e caiu para trás nos braços das sobrinhas.

- Joguem-lhe água fria por cima - disse o velho cavalheiro.

- Não, não - murmurou a tia solteirona. - Já estou melhor. Bella, Emily... um cirurgião! Ele está ferido? Está morto? Está... Ah, ah, ah! - Aqui a tia solteirona irrompeu no acesso número dois, de risada histérica entremeada de gritos.

- Acalme-se - disse o Sr. Tupman, comovido quase às lágrimas por aquela expressão de compaixão por seus sofrimentos. - Querida, queridíssima senhora, acalme-se.

- É a voz dele! - exclamou a tia solteirona; e sintomas evidentes do acesso número três se manifestaram no mesmo instante.

- Não se agite, suplico-lhe, queridíssima senhora - disse o Sr. Tupman em tom apaziguador. - Estou muito pouco ferido, garanto-lhe.

- Então o senhor não está morto! - proferiu a dama histérica. - Ah, diga que não está morto!

- Não seja tola, Rachael - interpôs o Sr. Wardle, um tanto mais rudemente do que era compatível com a natureza poética da cena. - Que diabo adianta ele dizer que não está morto?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman disse que estava vivo e precisava apenas da ajuda de Rachael. Apoiado no braço dela, sussurrou seu nome, beijou-lhe a mão e caiu no sofá.

Rachael, preocupada, perguntou se Tupman estava se sentindo fraco.

Tupman disse que não era nada e que logo melhoraria. Então fechou os olhos.

Depois que Tupman ficou apenas vinte segundos de olhos fechados, Rachael pensou que ele dormia e disse seu nome com carinho.

Tupman se levantou de repente e implorou que ela repetisse aquelas palavras carinhosas.

Rachael ficou envergonhada e perguntou se ele realmente a ouvira.

Tupman disse que ouvira e afirmou que escutar as palavras novamente o ajudaria a se recuperar.

Rachael pediu silêncio porque seu irmão estava chegando. Tupman se deitou novamente quando Wardle entrou com um médico.

O médico examinou e tratou o pequeno ferimento de Tupman. Todos começaram o café da manhã com alegria, mas Pickwick permaneceu calado porque já não confiava na habilidade de Winkle.

Original English Version

'No, no, I am not,' said Mr. Tupman. 'I require no assistance but yours. Let me lean on your arm.' He added, in a whisper, 'Oh, Miss Rachael!' The agitated female advanced, and offered her arm. They turned into the breakfast parlour. Mr. Tracy Tupman gently pressed her hand to his lips, and sank upon the sofa.

'Are you faint?' inquired the anxious Rachael.

'No,' said Mr. Tupman. 'It is nothing. I shall be better presently.' He closed his eyes.

'He sleeps,' murmured the spinster aunt. (His organs of vision had been closed nearly twenty seconds.) 'Dear--dear--Mr. Tupman!'

Mr. Tupman jumped up--'Oh, say those words again!' he exclaimed.

The lady started. 'Surely you did not hear them!' she said bashfully.

'Oh, yes, I did!' replied Mr. Tupman; 'repeat them. If you would have me recover, repeat them.'

Hush!' said the lady. 'My brother.' Mr. Tracy Tupman resumed his former position; and Mr. Wardle, accompanied by a surgeon, entered the room.

The arm was examined, the wound dressed, and pronounced to be a very slight one; and the minds of the company having been thus satisfied, they proceeded to satisfy their appetites with countenances to which an expression of cheerfulness was again restored. Mr. Pickwick alone was silent and reserved. Doubt and distrust were exhibited in his countenance. His confidence in Mr. Winkle had been shaken--greatly shaken--by the proceedings of the morning.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Não, não, não estou - disse o Sr. Tupman. - Não preciso de outro auxílio senão o seu. Deixe-me apoiar-me em seu braço. - E acrescentou, num sussurro: - Ah, Srta. Rachael! - A dama agitada avançou e ofereceu o braço. Passaram para a sala do desjejum. O Sr. Tracy Tupman apertou-lhe suavemente a mão contra os lábios e afundou no sofá.

- O senhor está desfalecendo? - indagou a solícita Rachael.

- Não - disse o Sr. Tupman. - Não é nada. Já ficarei melhor. - E fechou os olhos.

- Ele dorme - murmurou a tia solteirona. (Seus órgãos da visão estavam fechados havia quase vinte segundos.) - Querido... querido... Sr. Tupman!

O Sr. Tupman deu um salto: - Ah, repita essas palavras! - exclamou.

A dama sobressaltou-se. - Por certo o senhor não as ouviu! - disse ela, acanhada.

- Ah, ouvi, sim! - respondeu o Sr. Tupman. - Repita-as. Se quer que eu me restabeleça, repita-as.

- Silêncio! - disse a dama. - Meu irmão. - O Sr. Tracy Tupman retomou a posição anterior; e o Sr. Wardle, acompanhado de um cirurgião, entrou na sala.

Examinou-se o braço, curou-se o ferimento, que foi declarado levíssimo; e, tranquilizados assim os ânimos da companhia, todos passaram a satisfazer o apetite com semblantes aos quais uma expressão de alegria fora restituída. Só o Sr. Pickwick permanecia silencioso e reservado. Dúvida e desconfiança se estampavam em seu rosto. Sua confiança no Sr. Winkle fora abalada - grandemente abalada - pelos acontecimentos da manhã.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle perguntou a Winkle, o atirador malsucedido, se ele também jogava críquete.

Normalmente Winkle teria respondido que sim, mas depois do acidente respondeu modestamente que não.

Snodgrass perguntou a Wardle se ele jogava críquete.

Wardle disse que já havia jogado, mas parara. Ainda apoiava financeiramente o clube local.

Pickwick disse acreditar que a importante partida de críquete aconteceria naquele dia.

Wardle confirmou e supôs que os convidados queriam assistir à partida.

Pickwick disse gostar de esportes seguros, nos quais pessoas sem habilidade não pudessem ferir ninguém. Olhou com firmeza para Winkle e perguntou se as mulheres poderiam cuidar do ferido Tupman.

Tupman disse que os amigos não poderiam deixá-lo em mãos melhores.

Snodgrass concordou que não seria possível encontrar cuidados melhores.

Decidiram deixar Tupman com as mulheres. Wardle conduziu os outros à partida de críquete que enchera Muggleton e Dingley Dell de entusiasmo.

A agradável caminhada de duas milhas passou por trilhas tranquilas e caminhos sombreados. Pickwick quase desejou que fosse mais longa quando chegaram à rua principal de Muggleton.

Original English Version

'Are you a cricketer?' inquired Mr. Wardle of the marksman.

At any other time, Mr. Winkle would have replied in the affirmative. He felt the delicacy of his situation, and modestly replied, 'No.'

'Are you, sir?' inquired Mr. Snodgrass.

'I was once upon a time,' replied the host; 'but I have given it up now. I subscribe to the club here, but I don't play.'

'The grand match is played to-day, I believe,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'It is,' replied the host. 'Of course you would like to see it.'

'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. The great man withdrew his eyes after a few minutes, and added: 'Shall we be justified in leaving our wounded friend to the care of the ladies?'

'You cannot leave me in better hands,' said Mr. Tupman.

'Quite impossible,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement.

As their walk, which was not above two miles long, lay through shady lanes and sequestered footpaths, and as their conversation turned upon the delightful scenery by which they were on every side surrounded, Mr. Pickwick was almost inclined to regret the expedition they had used, when he found himself in the main street of the town of Muggleton.

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor joga críquete? - perguntou o Sr. Wardle ao atirador.

Em qualquer outra ocasião, o Sr. Winkle teria respondido afirmativamente. Sentiu, porém, a delicadeza de sua situação e respondeu modestamente: - Não.

- E o senhor? - indagou o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Já joguei, no meu tempo - respondeu o anfitrião - , mas agora desisti disso. Sou sócio do clube daqui, mas não jogo.

- A grande partida realiza-se hoje, creio eu - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Realiza-se, sim - respondeu o anfitrião. - Naturalmente o senhor gostaria de assisti-la.

- Eu, senhor - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick - , tenho o maior prazer em contemplar quaisquer esportes que se possam praticar com segurança, e nos quais os efeitos ineptos de pessoas inábeis não ponham em perigo a vida humana. - O Sr. Pickwick fez uma pausa e olhou fixamente para o Sr. Winkle, que estremeceu sob o olhar perscrutador de seu líder. O grande homem desviou os olhos ao cabo de alguns minutos e acrescentou: - Estaremos justificados em deixar nosso amigo ferido aos cuidados das damas?

- Em melhores mãos o senhor não poderia deixar-me - disse o Sr. Tupman.

- Absolutamente impossível - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

Ficou, pois, assentado que o Sr. Tupman ficaria em casa aos cuidados das damas; e que o restante dos hóspedes, sob a orientação do Sr. Wardle, seguiria para o local onde se realizaria aquela prova de habilidade que havia despertado toda a Muggleton de seu torpor e inoculado em Dingley Dell uma febre de excitação.

Como o percurso, que não passava de duas milhas, se estendia por veredas sombreadas e trilhas recônditas, e como a conversa versava sobre o cenário delicioso que os cercava por todos os lados, o Sr. Pickwick esteve quase a lamentar a pressa que haviam empregado, quando se viu na rua principal da cidade de Muggleton.

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Muggleton se declarava com orgulho uma cidade antiga, leal e cristã. Seus cidadãos se opunham à escravidão no exterior, mas também a mudanças nas condições injustas das fábricas locais.

Pickwick observou a praça de Muggleton, a estranha hospedaria Leão Azul, várias lojas e as casas do advogado e do médico. Depois de ver garotos e lojistas seguindo para o campo de críquete, juntou-se aos amigos.

Os wickets de críquete e duas grandes tendas estavam prontos, mas a partida ainda não começara. Jogadores de chapéu de palha, casaco de flanela e calça branca treinavam perto das tendas.

Muitas pessoas cumprimentaram Wardle. Ele apresentou os convidados de Londres e explicou que estavam ansiosos para assistir à partida do dia.

Um homem muito corpulento sugeriu que Pickwick entrasse na tenda.

Outro homem corpulento concordou que Pickwick ficaria mais confortável ali.

Pickwick agradeceu aos homens pela gentileza.

O primeiro homem os conduziu até a tenda, dizendo que ela oferecia a melhor vista do campo.

Lá dentro, Pickwick ouviu alguém elogiando o críquete. Reconheceu imediatamente o desconhecido de fala rápida e casaco verde da carruagem de Rochester.

Original English Version

Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street.

Mr. Pickwick stood in the principal street of this illustrious town, and gazed with an air of curiosity, not unmixed with interest, on the objects around him. There was an open square for the market-place; and in the centre of it, a large inn with a sign-post in front, displaying an object very common in art, but rarely met with in nature--to wit, a blue lion, with three bow legs in the air, balancing himself on the extreme point of the centre claw of his fourth foot. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. There was a red brick house with a small paved courtyard in front, which anybody might have known belonged to the attorney; and there was, moreover, another red brick house with Venetian blinds, and a large brass door-plate with a very legible announcement that it belonged to the surgeon. A few boys were making their way to the cricket-field; and two or three shopkeepers who were standing at their doors looked as if they should like to be making their way to the same spot, as indeed to all appearance they might have done, without losing any great amount of custom thereby. Mr. Pickwick having paused to make these observations, to be noted down at a more convenient period, hastened to rejoin his friends, who had turned out of the main street, and were already within sight of the field of battle.

The wickets were pitched, and so were a couple of marquees for the rest and refreshment of the contending parties. The game had not yet commenced. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party.

Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted.

'You had better step into the marquee, I think, Sir,' said one very stout gentleman, whose body and legs looked like half a gigantic roll of flannel, elevated on a couple of inflated pillow-cases.

'You'll find it much pleasanter, Sir,' urged another stout gentleman, who strongly resembled the other half of the roll of flannel aforesaid.

'You're very good,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'This way,' said the first speaker; 'they notch in here--it's the best place in the whole field;' and the cricketer, panting on before, preceded them to the tent.

'Capital game--smart sport--fine exercise--very,' were the words which fell upon Mr. Pickwick's ear as he entered the tent; and the first object that met his eyes was his green-coated friend of the Rochester coach, holding forth, to the no small delight and edification of a select circle of the chosen of All-Muggleton. His dress was slightly improved, and he wore boots; but there was no mistaking him.

Tradução Integral em Português

Todo aquele cujo talento tem um pendor topográfico sabe perfeitamente bem que Muggleton é uma cidade incorporada, com prefeito, vereadores e cidadãos livres; e qualquer um que tenha consultado as mensagens do prefeito aos cidadãos livres, ou dos cidadãos livres ao prefeito, ou de ambos à corporação, ou dos três ao Parlamento, aprenderá daí o que já deveria ter sabido antes: que Muggleton é um antigo e leal burgo, que mescla a zelosa defesa dos princípios cristãos com um devotado apego aos direitos comerciais; em demonstração do que o prefeito, a corporação e os demais habitantes apresentaram, em diversas ocasiões, nada menos que mil quatrocentas e vinte petições contra a continuidade da escravidão dos negros no estrangeiro, e igual número contra qualquer interferência no sistema fabril em casa; sessenta e oito a favor da venda de benefícios eclesiásticos na Igreja, e oitenta e seis pela abolição do comércio nas ruas aos domingos.

O Sr. Pickwick postou-se na rua principal daquela ilustre cidade e contemplou, com ar de curiosidade não isento de interesse, os objetos ao seu redor. Havia uma praça aberta que servia de mercado; e, no centro dela, uma grande estalagem com um mastro de letreiro à frente, exibindo um objeto muito comum na arte, mas raro de encontrar na natureza - a saber, um leão azul, com três pernas arqueadas no ar, equilibrando-se na ponta extrema da garra central de sua quarta pata. Avistavam-se ali um escritório de leiloeiro e agência de seguros contra incêndio, um comerciante de cereais, um vendedor de tecidos de linho, um seleiro, um destilador, um merceeiro e uma sapataria - sendo este último armazém destinado também à difusão de chapéus, toucas, vestuário, guarda-chuvas de algodão e conhecimentos úteis. Havia uma casa de tijolos vermelhos com um pequeno pátio calçado à frente, que qualquer um perceberia pertencer ao advogado; e havia, ademais, outra casa de tijolos vermelhos com persianas venezianas, e uma grande placa de latão na porta com um anúncio bem legível de que pertencia ao cirurgião. Alguns meninos rumavam para o campo de críquete; e dois ou três lojistas, parados às suas portas, davam a impressão de que gostariam de rumar para o mesmo lugar, como, ao que tudo indicava, poderiam ter feito sem perder grande volume de freguesia. Tendo o Sr. Pickwick feito uma pausa para essas observações, a serem anotadas em ocasião mais conveniente, apressou-se em reunir-se aos amigos, que já haviam saído da rua principal e estavam à vista do campo de batalha.

Os postigos estavam fincados, e assim também um par de tendas para o descanso e a refrescância dos partidos em contenda. O jogo ainda não começara. Dois ou três habitantes de Dingley Dell e all-muggletonianos divertiam-se, com ar majestoso, atirando a bola descuidadamente de mão em mão; e vários outros cavalheiros, vestidos como eles, de chapéus de palha, jaquetas de flanela e calças brancas - traje no qual muito se pareciam com pedreiros amadores - , achavam-se espalhados pelas tendas, para uma das quais o Sr. Wardle conduziu o grupo.

Várias dúzias de 'Como vai o senhor?' saudaram a chegada do velho cavalheiro; e um levantar geral dos chapéus de palha, e um curvar-se para a frente das jaquetas de flanela, seguiram-se à apresentação que ele fez de seus hóspedes como cavalheiros de Londres, extremamente ansiosos por testemunhar os acontecimentos do dia, com os quais, não tinha dúvida, ficariam grandemente encantados.

- O senhor faria melhor em entrar na tenda, creio eu - disse um cavalheiro muito corpulento, cujo corpo e pernas pareciam metade de um gigantesco rolo de flanela, erguido sobre um par de fronhas infladas.

- Vai achá-la muito mais agradável, senhor - insistiu outro cavalheiro corpulento, que se assemelhava fortemente à outra metade do sobredito rolo de flanela.

- O senhor é muito gentil - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Por aqui - disse o primeiro a falar. - É aqui que se marcam os pontos... é o melhor lugar de todo o campo. - E o jogador de críquete, arfando à frente, precedeu-os até a tenda.

- Jogo excelente... esporte animado... belo exercício... muitíssimo - foram as palavras que chegaram aos ouvidos do Sr. Pickwick ao entrar na tenda; e o primeiro objeto que se lhe deparou aos olhos foi seu amigo do casaco verde da diligência de Rochester, discursando, para não pequeno deleite e edificação de um seleto círculo dos escolhidos de All-Muggleton. Suas vestes estavam um tanto melhoradas, e ele calçava botas; mas não havia como confundi-lo.

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O desconhecido os reconheceu, agarrou a mão de Pickwick e o puxou para um assento. Falava como se tivesse organizado pessoalmente todo o evento.

O desconhecido elogiou rapidamente a diversão, as grandes quantidades de cerveja, carne e mostarda, e convidou Pickwick a se sentar e ficar à vontade.

Pickwick, Winkle e Snodgrass obedeceram ao desconhecido e se sentaram. Wardle os observou em silêncio, surpreso.

Pickwick apresentou Wardle como seu amigo.

O desconhecido apertou calorosamente a mão de Wardle como se fossem amigos íntimos havia anos. Observou Wardle e depois apertou sua mão novamente.

Com um sorriso gentil, mas surpreso, Pickwick perguntou ao desconhecido como ele chegara ali.

O desconhecido explicou em frases quebradas que estava hospedado na Pousada Crown e conhecera os jogadores de críquete durante uma refeição.

Pickwick entendeu que o desconhecido fizera amizade rapidamente com o time de All-Muggleton e recebera um convite geral. Satisfeito, preparou-se para assistir à partida.

Original English Version

The stranger recognised his friends immediately; and, darting forward and seizing Mr. Pickwick by the hand, dragged him to a seat with his usual impetuosity, talking all the while as if the whole of the arrangements were under his especial patronage and direction.

'This way--this way--capital fun--lots of beer--hogsheads; rounds of beef--bullocks; mustard--cart-loads; glorious day--down with you--make yourself at home--glad to see you--very.'

Mr. Pickwick sat down as he was bid, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass also complied with the directions of their mysterious friend. Mr. Wardle looked on in silent wonder.

'Mr. Wardle--a friend of mine,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Friend of yours!--My dear sir, how are you?--Friend of my friend's-- give me your hand, sir'--and the stranger grasped Mr. Wardle's hand with all the fervour of a close intimacy of many years, and then stepped back a pace or two as if to take a full survey of his face and figure, and then shook hands with him again, if possible, more warmly than before.

'Well; and how came you here?' said Mr. Pickwick, with a smile in which benevolence struggled with surprise.

'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.'

Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. His curiosity was therefore satisfied, and putting on his spectacles he prepared himself to watch the play which was just commencing.

Tradução Integral em Português

O estranho reconheceu os amigos no mesmo instante; e, arremetendo para a frente e agarrando a mão do Sr. Pickwick, arrastou-o a um assento com sua habitual impetuosidade, falando o tempo todo como se toda a organização estivesse sob seu especial patrocínio e direção.

- Por aqui... por aqui... divertimento de primeira... cerveja aos montes... barris; postas de carne... bois inteiros; mostarda... carroças cheias; dia glorioso... sente-se aqui... fique à vontade... alegro-me em vê-los... muitíssimo.

O Sr. Pickwick sentou-se conforme lhe foi ordenado, e o Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Snodgrass também acataram as instruções de seu misterioso amigo. O Sr. Wardle observava em silencioso assombro.

- Sr. Wardle... um amigo meu - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Amigo seu! Meu caro senhor, como vai? Amigo de meu amigo... dê-me a mão, senhor - e o estranho apertou a mão do Sr. Wardle com todo o fervor de uma estreita intimidade de muitos anos, e então recuou um ou dois passos como que para tomar plena medida de seu rosto e figura, e então apertou-lhe a mão novamente, se possível, com mais cordialidade ainda que antes.

- E então, como veio parar aqui? - disse o Sr. Pickwick, com um sorriso em que a benevolência lutava com a surpresa.

- Vim - respondeu o estranho. - Hospedado no Coroa... Coroa em Muggleton... topei com um grupo... jaquetas de flanela... calças brancas... sanduíches de anchova... rim apimentado... sujeitos esplêndidos... glorioso.

O Sr. Pickwick era versado o suficiente no sistema de taquigrafia do estranho para inferir dessa comunicação rápida e desconexa que ele, de um modo ou de outro, travara conhecimento com os all-muggletonianos, o que convertera, por um processo peculiar a si mesmo, naquele grau de camaradagem sobre o qual se pode facilmente fundar um convite geral. Satisfeita, pois, a sua curiosidade, e pondo os óculos, preparou-se para observar o jogo, que estava justamente começando.

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All-Muggleton jogou primeiro. Os famosos Dumkins e Podder pegaram os tacos, enquanto Luffey e Struggles se prepararam para lançar. Os outros jogadores se curvaram com as mãos nos joelhos.

Os árbitros e marcadores tomaram seus lugares, e todos ficaram em silêncio. Luffey estudou a bola enquanto Dumkins o observava com atenção.

O lançador gritou e enviou a bola rapidamente em direção ao wicket. Dumkins tocou nela com o taco, e ela passou sobre a cabeça dos jogadores de campo.

All-Muggleton marcou duas corridas, e Podder também jogou muito bem. Os jogadores cansados não conseguiram deter Dumkins e Podder, que deram ao time 54 corridas e uma vitória fácil sobre Dingley Dell.

Durante toda a partida, o desconhecido comeu, bebeu e falou. Elogiou as boas jogadas e insultou em voz alta cada erro, fazendo todos acreditarem que era especialista em críquete.

Quando os dois times entraram na tenda após a partida, o desconhecido elogiou em voz alta o excelente jogo e várias belas jogadas.

Original English Version

All-Muggleton had the first innings; and the interest became intense when Mr. Dumkins and Mr. Podder, two of the most renowned members of that most distinguished club, walked, bat in hand, to their respective wickets. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Several players were stationed, to 'look out,' in different parts of the field, and each fixed himself into the proper attitude by placing one hand on each knee, and stooping very much as if he were 'making a back' for some beginner at leap-frog. All the regular players do this sort of thing;-- indeed it is generally supposed that it is quite impossible to look out properly in any other position.

The umpires were stationed behind the wickets; the scorers were prepared to notch the runs; a breathless silence ensued. Mr. Luffey retired a few paces behind the wicket of the passive Podder, and applied the ball to his right eye for several seconds. Dumkins confidently awaited its coming with his eyes fixed on the motions of Luffey.

'Play!' suddenly cried the bowler. The ball flew from his hand straight and swift towards the centre stump of the wicket. The wary Dumkins was on the alert: it fell upon the tip of the bat, and bounded far away over the heads of the scouts, who had just stooped low enough to let it fly over them.

'Run--run--another.--Now, then throw her up--up with her--stop there-- another--no--yes--no--throw her up, throw her up!'--Such were the shouts which followed the stroke; and at the conclusion of which All-Muggleton had scored two. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. He blocked the doubtful balls, missed the bad ones, took the good ones, and sent them flying to all parts of the field. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Did an elderly gentleman essay to stop the progress of the ball, it rolled between his legs or slipped between his fingers. Did a slim gentleman try to catch it, it struck him on the nose, and bounded pleasantly off with redoubled violence, while the slim gentleman's eyes filled with water, and his form writhed with anguish. Was it thrown straight up to the wicket, Dumkins had reached it before the ball. In short, when Dumkins was caught out, and Podder stumped out, All- Muggleton had notched some fifty-four, while the score of the Dingley Dellers was as blank as their faces. The advantage was too great to be recovered. In vain did the eager Luffey, and the enthusiastic Struggles, do all that skill and experience could suggest, to regain the ground Dingley Dell had lost in the contest--it was of no avail; and in an early period of the winning game Dingley Dell gave in, and allowed the superior prowess of All-Muggleton.

The stranger, meanwhile, had been eating, drinking, and talking, without cessation. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket.

'Capital game--well played--some strokes admirable,' said the stranger, as both sides crowded into the tent, at the conclusion of the game.

Tradução Integral em Português

Coube a All-Muggleton a primeira vez ao bastão; e o interesse tornou-se intenso quando o Sr. Dumkins e o Sr. Podder, dois dos mais renomados membros daquele distintíssimo clube, caminharam, bastão em punho, para seus respectivos postigos. O Sr. Luffey, o mais alto ornamento de Dingley Dell, foi escalado para lançar contra o temível Dumkins, e o Sr. Struggles foi selecionado para prestar o mesmo obséquio ao até então invencível Podder. Vários jogadores foram postados, para 'ficar de olho', em diferentes partes do campo, e cada um se fixou na atitude adequada, pondo uma das mãos sobre cada joelho e curvando-se muito, como se estivesse 'servindo de escora' para algum principiante no jogo de pular carniça. Todos os jogadores regulares fazem esse tipo de coisa; aliás, supõe-se em geral que é totalmente impossível ficar de olho de maneira adequada em qualquer outra posição.

Os árbitros postaram-se atrás dos postigos; os marcadores aprontaram-se para anotar as corridas; seguiu-se um silêncio de suster a respiração. O Sr. Luffey recuou alguns passos para trás do postigo do passivo Podder, e aplicou a bola ao olho direito por vários segundos. Dumkins aguardava-a com confiança, os olhos fixos nos movimentos de Luffey.

- Joga! - bradou de súbito o lançador. A bola voou de sua mão, reta e veloz, na direção do toco central do postigo. O cauteloso Dumkins estava em alerta: ela caiu sobre a ponta do bastão e ricocheteou para bem longe, por cima das cabeças dos batedores, que acabavam de abaixar-se o bastante para deixá-la passar por cima deles.

- Corre... corre... mais uma! Agora, então, atira-a para cima... para cima com ela... para aí... mais uma... não... sim... não... atira para cima, atira para cima! - Tais foram os gritos que se seguiram à jogada; e, ao fim deles, All-Muggleton marcara duas corridas. Nem Podder ficou atrás em ganhar louros com que ornar a si mesmo e a Muggleton. Bloqueava as bolas duvidosas, deixava passar as más, aproveitava as boas e mandava-as voando para todos os cantos do campo. Os batedores estavam acalorados e cansados; os lançadores foram trocados e lançaram até os braços doerem; mas Dumkins e Podder permaneciam invencíveis. Tentasse um cavalheiro idoso deter o avanço da bola, ela rolava por entre suas pernas ou lhe escorregava por entre os dedos. Tentasse um cavalheiro esguio apanhá-la, ela lhe acertava o nariz e ricocheteava alegremente com violência redobrada, enquanto os olhos do cavalheiro esguio se enchiam de água e sua figura se contorcia de angústia. Fosse arremessada em linha reta para o postigo, Dumkins o alcançava antes da bola. Em suma, quando Dumkins foi eliminado e Podder derrubado, All-Muggleton havia marcado uns cinquenta e quatro pontos, enquanto o placar dos habitantes de Dingley Dell estava tão em branco quanto seus rostos. A vantagem era grande demais para ser recuperada. Em vão o ávido Luffey e o entusiástico Struggles fizeram tudo o que a perícia e a experiência podiam sugerir para reconquistar o terreno que Dingley Dell perdera na contenda - de nada valeu; e, num período precoce do jogo vitorioso, Dingley Dell rendeu-se e admitiu a superior proeza de All-Muggleton.

O estranho, entretanto, andara comendo, bebendo e falando, sem cessar. A cada boa jogada, exprimia sua satisfação e aprovação do jogador de maneira das mais condescendentes e protetoras, o que não podia deixar de ser altamente gratificante para o interessado; ao passo que, a cada má tentativa de apanhar a bola, e a cada falha em detê-la, lançava seu desagrado pessoal à cabeça do indivíduo abnegado, em denúncias tais como 'Ah, ah! Estúpido', 'Vamos, mãos de manteiga', 'Banana', 'Embuste', e assim por diante - exclamações que pareciam estabelecê-lo, na opinião de todos os presentes, como excelentíssimo e indiscutível conhecedor de toda a arte e mistério do nobre jogo do críquete.

- Jogo excelente... bem jogado... alguns golpes admiráveis - disse o estranho, ao passo que ambos os times se apinhavam na tenda, ao término do jogo.

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Divertido com sua conversa sem fim, Wardle perguntou se o desconhecido já havia jogado críquete.

O desconhecido afirmou ter jogado milhares de vezes nas Índias Ocidentais. Pickwick comentou que jogar críquete ali devia ser uma atividade muito quente.

O desconhecido contou uma história impossível sobre uma partida sob calor extremo. Muitos ajudantes locais e o coronel Blazo desmaiaram, mas ele marcou 570 corridas antes de Quanko Samba finalmente derrotá-lo.

Um senhor idoso perguntou o que acontecera com o outro homem da história, cujo nome não conseguia lembrar.

O desconhecido perguntou se ele se referia a Blazo.

O senhor idoso disse que se referia ao outro homem, não a Blazo.

O desconhecido perguntou se o senhor idoso se referia a Quanko Samba.

O ouvinte responde que sim.

Jingle diz que o pobre Quanko nunca se recuperou e morreu. Esconde o rosto numa jarra, talvez por tristeza ou sede, e observa dois membros do clube de críquete se aproximarem de Pickwick.

Eles convidam Pickwick e seus amigos para um jantar simples no Blue Lion.

Original English Version

'You have played it, sir?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who had been much amused by his loquacity.

'Played it! Think I have--thousands of times--not here--West Indies-- exciting thing--hot work--very.' 'It must be rather a warm pursuit in such a climate,' observed Mr. Pickwick.

'Warm!--red hot--scorching--glowing. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.'

'And what became of what's-his-name, Sir?' inquired an old gentleman.

'Blazo?'

'No--the other gentleman.'

Quanko Samba?'

'Yes, sir.'

'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. We only know that he paused suddenly, drew a long and deep breath, and looked anxiously on, as two of the principal members of the Dingley Dell club approached Mr. Pickwick, and said--

'We are about to partake of a plain dinner at the Blue Lion, Sir; we hope you and your friends will join us.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor já o praticou? - indagou o Sr. Wardle, que muito se divertira com a loquacidade dele.

- Praticá-lo! Acho que sim... milhares de vezes... não aqui... Índias Ocidentais... coisa excitante... trabalho quente... muitíssimo. - Deve ser uma ocupação um tanto calorosa em semelhante clima - observou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Calorosa! Em brasa... escaldante... incandescente... Joguei uma partida certa vez... postigo único... meu amigo o coronel... Sir Thomas Blazo... para ver quem obteria o maior número de corridas. Ganhei o cara ou coroa... primeira vez ao bastão... sete horas da manhã... seis nativos de vigia... entrei; fiquei dentro... calor intenso... nativos todos desmaiaram... levados embora... nova meia dúzia requisitada... também desmaiaram... Blazo lançando... amparado por dois nativos... não conseguiu me eliminar... também desmaiaram... retiraram o coronel... eu não me rendia... criado fiel... Quanko Samba... último homem de pé... sol tão quente, bastão cheio de bolhas, bola chamuscada de marrom... quinhentas e setenta corridas... um tanto exausto... Quanko reuniu as últimas forças que lhe restavam... me eliminou... tomei um banho e fui jantar.

- E o que foi feito daquele... como é mesmo o nome, senhor? - indagou um velho cavalheiro.

- Blazo?

- Não... o outro cavalheiro.

- Quanko Samba?

- Sim, senhor.

- Pobre Quanko... nunca se recuperou disso... lançou por mim, lançou até o fim... lançou-se para fora, por conta própria... morreu, senhor. - Aqui o estranho enterrou o semblante numa caneca de barro, mas se para esconder a emoção ou para lhe sorver o conteúdo, não podemos afirmar com precisão. Só sabemos que ele fez uma pausa súbita, respirou fundo e demoradamente, e olhou com ar ansioso, ao passo que dois dos principais membros do clube de Dingley Dell se aproximavam do Sr. Pickwick e diziam:

- Estamos prestes a partilhar de um jantar simples no Leão Azul, senhor; esperamos que o senhor e seus amigos se juntem a nós.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle diz que o convite naturalmente inclui o estranho e olha para ele.

O estranho imediatamente diz que se chama Alfred Jingle e brinca que vem de lugar nenhum.

Pickwick diz que ficará muito feliz em comparecer.

Jingle concorda e segura os braços de Pickwick e Wardle. Depois sussurra para Pickwick.

Jingle diz que viu mais cedo o excelente jantar frio, incluindo frangos e tortas. Também chama os anfitriões de agradáveis e educados.

O grupo caminha até a cidade em pequenos grupos. Quinze minutos depois, todos estão sentados numa grande sala do Blue Lion, com Dumkins liderando e Luffey ajudando.

As pessoas conversam alto enquanto facas, garfos e pratos fazem barulho. Três garçons correm, a comida desaparece, e Jingle cria tanta agitação quanto seis homens comuns. Depois do jantar, chegam vinho e sobremesa.

Durante a conversa alegre, um homem pequeno e orgulhoso permanece calado. Quando a sala fica mais tranquila, ele fala de repente em voz alta e séria.

Original English Version

Of course,' said Mr. Wardle, 'among our friends we include Mr.--;' and he looked towards the stranger.

'Jingle,' said that versatile gentleman, taking the hint at once. 'Jingle--Alfred Jingle, Esq., of No Hall, Nowhere.'

'I shall be very happy, I am sure,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'So shall I,' said Mr. Alfred Jingle, drawing one arm through Mr. Pickwick's, and another through Mr. Wardle's, as he whispered confidentially in the ear of the former gentleman:--

'Devilish good dinner--cold, but capital--peeped into the room this morning--fowls and pies, and all that sort of thing--pleasant fellows these--well behaved, too--very.'

There being no further preliminaries to arrange, the company straggled into the town in little knots of twos and threes; and within a quarter of an hour were all seated in the great room of the Blue Lion Inn, Muggleton--Mr. Dumkins acting as chairman, and Mr. Luffey officiating as vice.

There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on.

Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. At length, during a moment of comparative silence, the little man called out in a very loud, solemn voice,--

Tradução Integral em Português

- Naturalmente - disse o Sr. Wardle - , entre nossos amigos incluímos o Sr...; - e olhou na direção do estranho.

- Jingle - disse aquele versátil cavalheiro, captando a deixa no mesmo instante. - Jingle... Alfred Jingle, Esq., de Solar Nenhum, Lugar Algum.

- Ficarei muito feliz, com certeza - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Eu também - disse o Sr. Alfred Jingle, enfiando um braço no do Sr. Pickwick, e o outro no do Sr. Wardle, ao passo que segredava, confidencial, ao ouvido do primeiro cavalheiro:

- Jantar diabolicamente bom... frio, mas de primeira... espiei o salão esta manhã... aves e tortas, e toda essa sorte de coisa... sujeitos agradáveis, esses... bem-educados, também... muitíssimo.

Não havendo mais preliminares a acertar, a companhia dispersou-se pela cidade em pequenos grupos de dois ou três; e, dentro de um quarto de hora, estavam todos sentados no grande salão da Estalagem do Leão Azul, em Muggleton - o Sr. Dumkins fazendo as vezes de presidente, e o Sr. Luffey oficiando como vice.

Houve enorme quantidade de conversa e tinir de facas, garfos e pratos; grande vaivém de três garçons de cabeça pesada, e um rápido desaparecimento das substanciosas iguarias sobre a mesa; para cada um desses itens da confusão o jocoso Sr. Jingle prestou o auxílio de pelo menos meia dúzia de homens comuns. Quando todos haviam comido o máximo possível, a toalha foi retirada, e garrafas, taças e sobremesa foram postas sobre a mesa; e os garçons se retiraram para 'arrumar tudo', ou, em outras palavras, para apropriar-se, para seu próprio uso e proveito particular, de quaisquer restos de comes e bebes em que conseguissem pôr as mãos.

Em meio ao murmúrio geral de alegria e conversa que se seguiu, havia um homenzinho de rosto inchado e ar de 'Não me diga nada, senão eu o contradigo', que se conservava muito quieto; de quando em quando olhava em redor, quando a conversa afrouxava, como se cogitasse acrescentar algo de muito peso; e vez por outra irrompia numa breve tosse de inexprimível grandeza. Por fim, num momento de relativo silêncio, o homenzinho bradou, em voz muito alta e solene:

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Ele chama o Sr. Luffey.

Todos ficam em completo silêncio quando Luffey responde.

Luffey diz: "Senhor."

O homem pequeno pede permissão para falar depois que todos encherem os copos.

Jingle pede atenção, os outros concordam, e todos enchem os copos. Luffey se prepara para ouvir com sabedoria.

Luffey o chama de Sr. Staple.

Staple se levanta e diz que fala a Luffey porque o presidente Dumkins é o principal assunto de sua declaração. Então não consegue encontrar a palavra certa.

Jingle sugere a palavra "declarar".

Staple agradece e faz um longo discurso. Elogia Muggleton e Dingley Dell, principalmente seus jogadores de críquete Dumkins, Podder, Luffey e Struggles. Diz que Dumkins e Podder também representam coragem, propriedade e direitos públicos, e pede que todos os aplaudam.

O discurso termina, e os aplausos e batidas na mesa continuam durante a noite. O grupo brinda a muitas pessoas, incluindo Pickwick e Jingle, que agradecem.

Os editores lamentam que as anotações de Snodgrass sejam quase impossíveis de ler porque o vinho e a animação deixaram sua mão instável. Só conseguem reconhecer nomes de oradores, uma canção de bebida e referências confusas a comida noturna.

Original English Version

'Mr. Luffey!'

Everybody was hushed into a profound stillness as the individual addressed, replied--

'Sir!'

'I wish to address a few words to you, Sir, if you will entreat the gentlemen to fill their glasses.'

Mr. Jingle uttered a patronising 'Hear, hear,' which was responded to by the remainder of the company; and the glasses having been filled, the vice-president assumed an air of wisdom in a state of profound attention; and said--

'Mr. Staple.'

'Sir,' said the little man, rising, 'I wish to address what I have to say to you and not to our worthy chairman, because our worthy chairman is in some measure--I may say in a great degree--the subject of what I have to say, or I may say to--to--'

'State,' suggested Mr. Jingle.

'Yes, to state,' said the little man, 'I thank my honourable friend, if he will allow me to call him so (four hears and one certainly from Mr. Jingle), for the suggestion. Sir, I am a Deller--a Dingley Deller (cheers). I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. But, sir, while we remember that Muggleton has given birth to a Dumkins and a Podder, let us never forget that Dingley Dell can boast a Luffey and a Struggles. (Vociferous cheering.) Let me not be considered as wishing to detract from the merits of the former gentlemen. Sir, I envy them the luxury of their own feelings on this occasion. (Cheers.) Every gentleman who hears me, is probably acquainted with the reply made by an individual, who--to use an ordinary figure of speech--"hung out" in a tub, to the emperor Alexander:--"if I were not Diogenes," said he, "I would be Alexander." I can well imagine these gentlemen to say, "If I were not Dumkins I would be Luffey; if I were not Podder I would be Struggles." (Enthusiasm.) But, gentlemen of Muggleton, is it in cricket alone that your fellow-townsmen stand pre- eminent? Have you never heard of Dumkins and determination? Have you never been taught to associate Podder with property? (Great applause.) Have you never, when struggling for your rights, your liberties, and your privileges, been reduced, if only for an instant, to misgiving and despair? And when you have been thus depressed, has not the name of Dumkins laid afresh within your breast the fire which had just gone out; and has not a word from that man lighted it again as brightly as if it had never expired? (Great cheering.) Gentlemen, I beg to surround with a rich halo of enthusiastic cheering the united names of "Dumkins and Podder."'

Here the little man ceased, and here the company commenced a raising of voices, and thumping of tables, which lasted with little intermission during the remainder of the evening. Other toasts were drunk. Mr. Luffey and Mr. Struggles, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Jingle, were, each in his turn, the subject of unqualified eulogium; and each in due course returned thanks for the honour.

Enthusiastic as we are in the noble cause to which we have devoted ourselves, we should have felt a sensation of pride which we cannot express, and a consciousness of having done something to merit immortality of which we are now deprived, could we have laid the faintest outline on these addresses before our ardent readers. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. By dint of patient investigation, we have been enabled to trace some characters bearing a faint resemblance to the names of the speakers; and we can only discern an entry of a song (supposed to have been sung by Mr. Jingle), in which the words 'bowl' 'sparkling' 'ruby' 'bright' and 'wine' are frequently repeated at short intervals. We fancy, too, that we can discern at the very end of the notes, some indistinct reference to 'broiled bones'; and then the words 'cold' 'without' occur: but as any hypothesis we could found upon them must necessarily rest upon mere conjecture, we are not disposed to indulge in any of the speculations to which they may give rise.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Sr. Luffey!

Todos se calaram, num profundo silêncio, ao passo que o indivíduo assim interpelado respondia:

- Senhor!

- Desejo dirigir-lhe algumas palavras, senhor, se o senhor rogar aos cavalheiros que encham suas taças.

O Sr. Jingle proferiu um protetor 'Apoiado, apoiado', ao qual respondeu o restante da companhia; e, enchidas as taças, o vice-presidente assumiu um ar de sabedoria em estado de profunda atenção e disse:

- Sr. Staple.

- Senhor - disse o homenzinho, erguendo-se - , desejo dirigir o que tenho a dizer ao senhor, e não a nosso digno presidente, porque nosso digno presidente é, em certa medida... eu diria, em grande medida... o objeto do que tenho a dizer, ou, eu diria, a... a...

- Declarar - sugeriu o Sr. Jingle.

- Sim, a declarar - disse o homenzinho. - Agradeço a meu honrado amigo, se ele me permitir chamá-lo assim (quatro 'apoiados' e um decerto do Sr. Jingle), pela sugestão. Senhor, sou um delliano... um delliano de Dingley Dell (aplausos). Não posso reivindicar a honra de constituir um item na população de Muggleton; nem, senhor, admitirei francamente, cobiço tal honra: e vou dizer-lhe por quê, senhor (apoiado); a Muggleton concederei de bom grado todas essas honras e distinções às quais ela possa legitimamente aspirar - são numerosas demais e por demais conhecidas para exigir auxílio ou recapitulação de minha parte. Mas, senhor, ao passo que nos lembramos de que Muggleton deu à luz um Dumkins e um Podder, jamais esqueçamos que Dingley Dell pode gabar-se de um Luffey e de um Struggles. (Aplausos vociferantes.) Que não me considerem desejoso de depreciar os méritos dos primeiros cavalheiros. Senhor, invejo-lhes o luxo de seus próprios sentimentos nesta ocasião. (Aplausos.) Todo cavalheiro que me escuta conhece provavelmente a resposta dada por um indivíduo que - para usar uma figura de linguagem corriqueira - 'morava' num tonel, ao imperador Alexandre: 'Se eu não fosse Diógenes', disse ele, 'quereria ser Alexandre.' Bem posso imaginar estes cavalheiros a dizer: 'Se eu não fosse Dumkins, quereria ser Luffey; se eu não fosse Podder, quereria ser Struggles.' (Entusiasmo.) Mas, cavalheiros de Muggleton, é só no críquete que vossos conterrâneos se destacam? Nunca ouvistes falar de Dumkins e determinação? Nunca vos ensinaram a associar Podder a propriedade? (Grandes aplausos.) Nunca, ao lutar por vossos direitos, vossas liberdades e vossos privilégios, fostes reduzidos, ainda que por um instante, à apreensão e ao desespero? E quando assim vos abatestes, não terá o nome de Dumkins reacendido em vosso peito o fogo que acabara de extinguir-se; e não terá uma palavra daquele homem tornado a acendê-lo tão vivamente como se jamais houvesse expirado? (Grandes aplausos.) Cavalheiros, rogo permissão para cingir, com um rico halo de aplausos entusiásticos, os nomes unidos de 'Dumkins e Podder'.

Aqui o homenzinho se calou, e aqui a companhia deu início a um levantar de vozes e a um martelar de mesas, que durou, com pouca interrupção, pelo resto da noite. Outros brindes foram feitos. O Sr. Luffey e o Sr. Struggles, o Sr. Pickwick e o Sr. Jingle foram, cada um por sua vez, objeto de irrestrito elogio; e cada qual, na devida ordem, agradeceu pela honra.

Por mais entusiastas que sejamos da nobre causa a que nos consagramos, teríamos sentido uma sensação de orgulho que não podemos exprimir, e a consciência de haver feito algo digno de uma imortalidade de que agora nos vemos privados, se pudéssemos ter lançado o mais tênue esboço desses discursos diante de nossos ardorosos leitores. O Sr. Snodgrass, como de costume, tomou grande massa de notas, que sem dúvida teriam fornecido informação utilíssima e valiosa, não houvesse a ardente eloquência das palavras ou a febril influência do vinho tornado a mão daquele cavalheiro tão extremamente trêmula, a ponto de deixar sua caligrafia quase ininteligível, e seu estilo, inteiramente. À força de paciente investigação, conseguimos rastrear alguns caracteres que guardam uma vaga semelhança com os nomes dos oradores; e só conseguimos discernir um registro de uma canção (que se supõe ter sido cantada pelo Sr. Jingle), na qual as palavras 'taça', 'cintilante', 'rubi', 'brilhante' e 'vinho' se repetem com frequência a curtos intervalos. Imaginamos, também, poder discernir, bem ao fim das notas, alguma referência indistinta a 'ossos grelhados'; e então surgem as palavras 'frio', 'sem': mas, como qualquer hipótese que sobre elas pudéssemos fundar deve necessariamente repousar em mera conjectura, não estamos dispostos a nos entregar a nenhuma das especulações a que elas possam dar origem.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A história volta a Tupman, observando que perto da meia-noite os homens das duas cidades cantaram uma canção popular com muita emoção.

Eles cantam que não voltarão para casa antes da manhã e da luz do dia.

Original English Version

We will therefore return to Mr. Tupman; merely adding that within some few minutes before twelve o'clock that night, the convocation of worthies of Dingley Dell and Muggleton were heard to sing, with great feeling and emphasis, the beautiful and pathetic national air of

'We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, Till daylight doth appear.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Voltaremos, pois, ao Sr. Tupman; acrescentando apenas que, poucos minutos antes das doze horas daquela noite, ouviu-se a assembleia dos ilustres de Dingley Dell e Muggleton cantar, com grande sentimento e ênfase, a bela e patética ária nacional de

'Não iremos para casa antes da manhã, Não iremos para casa antes da manhã, Não iremos para casa antes da manhã, Até que a luz do dia apareça.'

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CHAPTER VIII. Strongly Illustrative of the Position, That the Course of True Love Is Not a Railway

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A tranquila Dingley Dell e suas mulheres gentis despertam os sentimentos românticos de Tupman. Ele admira as jovens, mas se sente especialmente atraído pela tia orgulhosa e digna. Enquanto se recupera no sofá, pergunta-se se a preocupação dela vem do amor e decide descobrir a verdade.

Naquela noite, a maioria das pessoas está fora ou dormindo. Tupman e a tia ficam sozinhos, interessados apenas um no outro.

A tia diz que esqueceu de regar as flores.

Tupman sugere que as regue agora.

Ela avisa com carinho que o ar da noite pode fazê-lo pegar um resfriado.

Tupman diz que o ar lhe fará bem e pede para acompanhá-la.

Ela ajusta o apoio no braço ferido dele, segura o outro braço e o conduz ao jardim.

Na parte mais distante há um pequeno abrigo coberto de flores perfumadas e plantas trepadeiras, também perfeito para aranhas.

A tia pega um grande regador. Tupman a impede de sair e a leva para um assento ao seu lado.

Original English Version

The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object. The young ladies were pretty, their manners winning, their dispositions unexceptionable; but there was a dignity in the air, a touch-me-not- ishness in the walk, a majesty in the eye, of the spinster aunt, to which, at their time of life, they could lay no claim, which distinguished her from any female on whom Mr. Tupman had ever gazed. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Her name was the first that rose to Mr. Tupman's lips as he lay wounded on the grass; and her hysteric laughter was the first sound that fell upon his ear when he was supported to the house. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? These were the doubts which racked his brain as he lay extended on the sofa; these were the doubts which he determined should be at once and for ever resolved.

It was evening. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other.

'I have forgotten my flowers,' said the spinster aunt.

'Water them now,' said Mr. Tupman, in accents of persuasion.

'You will take cold in the evening air,' urged the spinster aunt affectionately.

'No, no,' said Mr. Tupman, rising; 'it will do me good. Let me accompany you.'

The lady paused to adjust the sling in which the left arm of the youth was placed, and taking his right arm led him to the garden.

There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders.

The spinster aunt took up a large watering-pot which lay in one corner, and was about to leave the arbour. Mr. Tupman detained her, and drew her to a seat beside him.

Tradução Integral em Português

O tranquilo isolamento de Dingley Dell, a presença de tantas representantes do belo sexo e a solicitude e a ansiedade que demonstravam em seu favor eram todos favoráveis ao crescimento e ao desabrochar daqueles sentimentos mais ternos que a natureza havia implantado no fundo do peito do Sr. Tracy Tupman, e que agora pareciam destinados a concentrar-se num único e adorável objeto. As jovens eram bonitas, seus modos, cativantes, e suas índoles, irrepreensíveis; mas havia uma dignidade no porte, um certo ar de não-me-toques no andar, uma majestade no olhar da tia solteirona a que, na idade delas, elas não podiam aspirar, e que a distinguia de qualquer mulher em que o Sr. Tupman jamais pousara os olhos. Que havia algo de aparentado em suas naturezas, algo de afim em suas almas, algo de misteriosamente simpático em seus peitos, era evidente. O nome dela foi o primeiro a subir aos lábios do Sr. Tupman quando ele jazia ferido sobre a relva; e o riso histérico dela foi o primeiro som a chegar-lhe aos ouvidos quando o ampararam até a casa. Mas teria a agitação dela nascido de uma amável e feminina sensibilidade, que teria sido igualmente irreprimível em qualquer circunstância? Ou teria sido provocada por um sentimento mais ardente e apaixonado, que ele, entre todos os homens vivos, seria o único capaz de despertar? Tais eram as dúvidas que lhe atormentavam o cérebro enquanto jazia estendido no sofá; tais eram as dúvidas que ele resolveu ver de uma vez e para sempre resolvidas.

Era o entardecer. Isabella e Emily haviam saído a passear com o Sr. Trundle; a velha senhora surda adormecera na cadeira; o ronco do menino gordo penetrava, num som baixo e monótono, desde a cozinha distante; as roliças criadas remanchavam junto à porta lateral, gozando o aprazível da hora e as delícias de um flerte, segundo os primeiros princípios, com certos e pesadões animais pertencentes à fazenda; e ali estava sentado o interessante par, esquecido por todos, esquecido de todos, e sonhando apenas consigo mesmo; ali estavam sentados, em suma, como um par de luvas de pelica cuidadosamente dobradas - unidos um ao outro.

- Esqueci minhas flores - disse a tia solteirona.

- Regue-as agora - disse o Sr. Tupman, em tom persuasivo.

- O senhor há de resfriar-se ao ar da noite - insistiu a tia solteirona, afetuosamente.

- Não, não - disse o Sr. Tupman, erguendo-se. - Há de me fazer bem. Deixe-me acompanhá-la.

A dama fez uma pausa para ajeitar a tipoia em que repousava o braço esquerdo do jovem e, tomando-lhe o braço direito, conduziu-o ao jardim.

Havia um caramanchão na extremidade mais afastada, com madressilvas, jasmins e trepadeiras - um daqueles doces retiros que os homens compassivos erguem para a acomodação das aranhas.

A tia solteirona apanhou um grande regador que estava a um canto e dispunha-se a deixar o caramanchão. O Sr. Tupman deteve-a e puxou-a para um assento a seu lado.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman a chama de Srta. Wardle.

Ela treme tanto que pedras dentro do regador fazem barulho como um brinquedo de bebê.

Tupman diz à Srta. Wardle que ela é um anjo.

Rachael fica muito vermelha e diz o nome dele.

Tupman diz que conhece muito bem a verdade de suas palavras.

Ela diz de forma brincalhona que as pessoas afirmam que todas as mulheres são anjos.

Tupman pergunta o que poderia descrevê-la se mulheres comuns são anjos. Elogia sua rara beleza e bondade e então aperta a mão que segura o regador.

Virando o rosto, ela diz em voz baixa que os homens enganam muito.

Tupman concorda que muitos fazem isso, mas diz que um homem jamais mudará e dedicaria toda a vida à felicidade dela.

Ela começa a perguntar se tal homem pode ser encontrado.

Tupman a interrompe, diz que aquele homem está diante dela e cai de joelhos.

Rachael pede que Tupman se levante.

Ele se recusa, pega a mão dela e a beija enquanto o regador cai. Implora que ela diga que o ama.

Original English Version

'Miss Wardle!' said he.

The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle.

'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Tupman, 'you are an angel.'

'Mr. Tupman!' exclaimed Rachael, blushing as red as the watering-pot itself.

'Nay,' said the eloquent Pickwickian--'I know it but too well.'

'All women are angels, they say,' murmured the lady playfully.

'Then what can you be; or to what, without presumption, can I compare you?' replied Mr. Tupman. 'Where was the woman ever seen who resembled you? Where else could I hope to find so rare a combination of excellence and beauty? Where else could I seek to--Oh!' Here Mr. Tupman paused, and pressed the hand which clasped the handle of the happy watering-pot.

The lady turned aside her head. 'Men are such deceivers,' she softly whispered.

'They are, they are,' ejaculated Mr. Tupman; 'but not all men. There lives at least one being who can never change--one being who would be content to devote his whole existence to your happiness--who lives but in your eyes--who breathes but in your smiles--who bears the heavy burden of life itself only for you.'

'Could such an individual be found--' said the lady.

'But he _can_ be found,' said the ardent Mr. Tupman, interposing. 'He _is_ found. He is here, Miss Wardle.' And ere the lady was aware of his intention, Mr. Tupman had sunk upon his knees at her feet.

'Mr. Tupman, rise,' said Rachael.

'Never!' was the valorous reply. 'Oh, Rachael!' He seized her passive hand, and the watering-pot fell to the ground as he pressed it to his lips.--'Oh, Rachael! say you love me.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Srta. Wardle! - disse ele.

A tia solteirona tremeu, a ponto de umas pedrinhas que por acaso haviam ido parar no grande regador chocalharem como o guizo de um bebê.

- Srta. Wardle - disse o Sr. Tupman - , a senhora é um anjo.

- Sr. Tupman! - exclamou Rachael, corando tão vermelha quanto o próprio regador.

- Ora - disse o eloquente pickwickiano - , sei disso muito bem.

- Todas as mulheres são anjos, é o que dizem - murmurou a dama, com galhardia.

- Então que poderá a senhora ser? Ou a que, sem presunção, poderei compará-la? - replicou o Sr. Tupman. - Onde já se viu mulher que se assemelhasse à senhora? Onde mais poderia eu esperar encontrar tão rara combinação de excelência e beleza? Onde mais poderia eu buscar... Oh! - Aqui o Sr. Tupman fez uma pausa e apertou a mão que segurava a asa do venturoso regador.

A dama voltou o rosto para o lado. - Os homens são tão enganadores - sussurrou baixinho.

- São, são - bradou o Sr. Tupman - , mas nem todos os homens. Existe ao menos um ser que jamais poderá mudar - um ser que se contentaria em consagrar toda a sua existência à felicidade da senhora - que vive apenas em seus olhos - que respira apenas em seus sorrisos - que carrega o pesado fardo da própria vida somente pela senhora.

- Poderia tal indivíduo ser encontrado... - disse a dama.

- Mas ele _pode_ ser encontrado - disse o ardente Sr. Tupman, interpondo-se. - Ele _está_ encontrado. Está aqui, Srta. Wardle. - E, antes que a dama se apercebesse de sua intenção, o Sr. Tupman havia caído de joelhos aos pés dela.

- Sr. Tupman, levante-se - disse Rachael.

- Nunca! - foi a valorosa resposta. - Oh, Rachael! - Ele agarrou a mão passiva dela, e o regador caiu ao chão quando ele a comprimiu contra os lábios. - Oh, Rachael! diga que me ama.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Olhando para o lado, Rachael admite com dificuldade que sente algo por ele.

Encantado, Tupman se levanta, abraça-a e a beija muitas vezes. Depois de uma resistência fraca, ela aceita os beijos até que algo a assusta.

Rachael avisa que alguém está olhando e os descobriu.

Tupman vê o menino gordo olhando para o abrigo sem expressão. Quanto mais o observa, mais acredita que o menino não entendeu nada.

Tupman pergunta com firmeza o que o menino quer.

O menino responde imediatamente que o jantar está pronto.

Tupman lança um olhar atento e pergunta se ele acabou de chegar.

O menino gordo diz que sim.

Tupman o examina novamente, mas o rosto do menino não mostra sinal de segredo.

Tupman segura o braço de Rachael e caminha até a casa enquanto o menino os segue.

Tupman sussurra que o menino não sabe de nada.

Rachael concorda.

Eles ouvem uma risada escondida atrás deles. Tupman se vira, mas o rosto do menino ainda mostra apenas interesse por comida.

Original English Version

'Mr. Tupman,' said the spinster aunt, with averted head, 'I can hardly speak the words; but--but--you are not wholly indifferent to me.'

Mr. Tupman no sooner heard this avowal, than he proceeded to do what his enthusiastic emotions prompted, and what, for aught we know (for we are but little acquainted with such matters), people so circumstanced always do. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone--

'Mr. Tupman, we are observed!--we are discovered!'

Mr. Tupman looked round. There was the fat boy, perfectly motionless, with his large circular eyes staring into the arbour, but without the slightest expression on his face that the most expert physiognomist could have referred to astonishment, curiosity, or any other known passion that agitates the human breast. Mr. Tupman gazed on the fat boy, and the fat boy stared at him; and the longer Mr. Tupman observed the utter vacancy of the fat boy's countenance, the more convinced he became that he either did not know, or did not understand, anything that had been going forward. Under this impression, he said with great firmness--

'What do you want here, Sir?'

'Supper's ready, sir,' was the prompt reply.

'Have you just come here, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman, with a piercing look.

'Just,' replied the fat boy.

Mr. Tupman looked at him very hard again; but there was not a wink in his eye, or a curve in his face.

Mr. Tupman took the arm of the spinster aunt, and walked towards the house; the fat boy followed behind.

'He knows nothing of what has happened,' he whispered.

'Nothing,' said the spinster aunt.

There was a sound behind them, as of an imperfectly suppressed chuckle. Mr. Tupman turned sharply round. No; it could not have been the fat boy; there was not a gleam of mirth, or anything but feeding in his whole visage.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Sr. Tupman - disse a tia solteirona, com o rosto desviado - , mal consigo pronunciar as palavras; mas... mas... o senhor não me é de todo indiferente.

Mal ouviu o Sr. Tupman esta confissão, tratou de fazer o que suas entusiásticas emoções lhe ditavam e o que, ao que nos consta (pois pouco entendemos de tais assuntos), as pessoas em tais circunstâncias sempre fazem. Pôs-se de pé num salto e, lançando o braço em torno do pescoço da tia solteirona, imprimiu-lhe nos lábios numerosos beijos, que, após o devido simulacro de luta e resistência, ela recebeu tão passivamente que não há como dizer quantos mais o Sr. Tupman lhe teria concedido, se a dama não tivesse dado um sobressalto muito sincero e exclamado, num tom assustado -

- Sr. Tupman, estão nos observando! Fomos descobertos!

O Sr. Tupman olhou em volta. Lá estava o menino gordo, perfeitamente imóvel, com os grandes olhos redondos cravados no caramanchão, mas sem o mais leve traço no rosto que o mais perito fisionomista pudesse atribuir a espanto, curiosidade ou qualquer outra paixão conhecida que agite o peito humano. O Sr. Tupman fixou o olhar no menino gordo, e o menino gordo o encarou; e quanto mais o Sr. Tupman observava a absoluta vacuidade daquela fisionomia, mais se convencia de que o rapaz ou não sabia, ou não compreendia, coisa alguma do que se passara. Sob essa impressão, disse com grande firmeza -

- Que quer o senhor aqui?

- A ceia está pronta, senhor - foi a pronta resposta.

- Chegou agora mesmo? - indagou o Sr. Tupman, com um olhar penetrante.

- Agorinha - respondeu o menino gordo.

O Sr. Tupman fitou-o de novo, muito duramente; mas não havia um piscar em seus olhos, nem uma dobra em seu rosto.

O Sr. Tupman tomou o braço da tia solteirona e encaminhou-se para a casa; o menino gordo seguiu atrás.

- Ele não sabe de nada do que aconteceu - sussurrou ele.

- De nada - disse a tia solteirona.

Ouviu-se um som atrás deles, como o de uma risadinha imperfeitamente sufocada. O Sr. Tupman voltou-se bruscamente. Não; não podia ter sido o menino gordo; não havia um lampejo de hilaridade, nem coisa alguma além de apetite em todo o seu semblante.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Tupman diz que o menino devia estar dormindo.

Rachael diz que tem certeza absoluta.

Os dois riem com vontade.

Eles estão errados. Pela primeira vez, o menino gordo estava totalmente acordado e entendeu tudo.

Durante o jantar, as pessoas conversam apenas em pares. Isabella se concentra em Trundle, Rachael em Tupman, e Emily parece pensar no ausente Snodgrass.

Onze horas, meia-noite e uma hora passam sem o retorno dos homens. Todos temem que tenham sido roubados e pensam numa busca. Então chegam vozes, incluindo uma estranha, e a família corre para a cozinha.

Os homens estão extremamente bêbados. Pickwick se apoia num armário sorrindo, Wardle promete amizade eterna a Jingle, Winkle usa o relógio como apoio e recusa a cama, e Snodgrass se senta em completa tristeza.

As três mulheres perguntam se há algo errado.

Pickwick diz que nada está errado e pede que Wardle confirme que estão bem.

Wardle concorda e apresenta Jingle como amigo e visitante.

Original English Version

'He must have been fast asleep,' whispered Mr. Tupman.

'I have not the least doubt of it,' replied the spinster aunt.

They both laughed heartily.

Mr. Tupman was wrong. The fat boy, for once, had not been fast asleep. He was awake--wide awake--to what had been going forward.

The supper passed off without any attempt at a general conversation. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object-- possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass.

Eleven--twelve--one o'clock had struck, and the gentlemen had not arrived. Consternation sat on every face. Could they have been waylaid and robbed? Should they send men and lanterns in every direction by which they could be supposed likely to have travelled home? or should they--Hark! there they were. What could have made them so late? A strange voice, too! To whom could it belong? They rushed into the kitchen, whither the truants had repaired, and at once obtained rather more than a glimmering of the real state of the case.

Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face.

'Is anything the matter?' inquired the three ladies.

'Nothing the matter,' replied Mr. Pickwick. 'We--we're--all right.--I say, Wardle, we're all right, ain't we?'

'I should think so,' replied the jolly host.--'My dears, here's my friend Mr. Jingle--Mr. Pickwick's friend, Mr. Jingle, come 'pon--little visit.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ele deve ter estado dormindo a sono solto - sussurrou o Sr. Tupman.

- Não tenho a menor dúvida disso - respondeu a tia solteirona.

Ambos riram de coração.

O Sr. Tupman enganava-se. O menino gordo, por uma vez, não estivera dormindo a sono solto. Estava acordado - bem acordado - para tudo o que se passara.

A ceia transcorreu sem qualquer tentativa de conversa geral. A velha senhora fora deitar-se; Isabella Wardle dedicava-se exclusivamente ao Sr. Trundle; as atenções da solteirona estavam reservadas ao Sr. Tupman; e os pensamentos de Emily pareciam absortos em algum objeto distante - possivelmente estavam com o ausente Snodgrass.

Onze - meia-noite - uma hora haviam soado, e os cavalheiros não chegavam. A consternação estampava-se em todos os rostos. Teriam sido assaltados e roubados no caminho? Deveriam mandar homens e lanternas por todas as direções por onde se supunha que pudessem ter viajado de volta para casa? Ou deveriam... Escutem! Lá estavam eles. Que os teria feito tão tardios? E uma voz estranha, ainda por cima! A quem poderia pertencer? Precipitaram-se para a cozinha, aonde os gazeteiros se haviam recolhido, e de imediato obtiveram bem mais do que um vislumbre do verdadeiro estado das coisas.

O Sr. Pickwick, com as mãos nos bolsos e o chapéu inteiramente empinado sobre o olho esquerdo, achava-se encostado no aparador, balançando a cabeça de um lado para o outro e produzindo uma sucessão constante dos mais brandos e benevolentes sorrisos, sem que a isso o movesse causa ou pretexto algum discernível; o velho Sr. Wardle, de semblante fortemente inflamado, apertava a mão de um cavalheiro estranho, resmungando protestos de eterna amizade; o Sr. Winkle, amparando-se no relógio de corda de oito dias, invocava debilmente a ruína sobre a cabeça de qualquer membro da família que ousasse sugerir a conveniência de ele se recolher para dormir; e o Sr. Snodgrass afundara numa cadeira, com uma expressão da mais abjeta e desesperançada miséria que a mente humana possa imaginar, retratada em cada traço de seu expressivo rosto.

- Aconteceu alguma coisa? - indagaram as três damas.

- Não aconteceu nada - respondeu o Sr. Pickwick. - Estamos... estamos... todos ótimos. Não é, Wardle? Estamos todos ótimos, não estamos?

- Acho que sim - respondeu o jovial anfitrião. - Minhas queridas, aqui está meu amigo Sr. Jingle... amigo do Sr. Pickwick, o Sr. Jingle, veio nos fazer... uma visitinha.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Emily pergunta com ansiedade se há algo errado com Snodgrass.

Jingle diz que nada está errado. Explica que o jantar de críquete teve excelentes canções e muito vinho.

Em voz fraca, Snodgrass culpa o salmão em vez do vinho.

Emma sugere mandá-los para a cama, com dois rapazes fortes carregando cada cavalheiro.

Winkle se recusa com firmeza a ir para a cama.

Pickwick diz que nenhum rapaz vivo o carregará e continua sorrindo.

Winkle solta um grito fraco de alegria.

Pickwick repete o grito, joga o chapéu e os óculos no chão da cozinha e ri.

Winkle pede outra garrafa, mas adormece enquanto recusa a cama. Dois rapazes fortes o carregam para cima. Snodgrass também aceita ajuda, Tupman guia o sorridente Pickwick, e Trundle leva o emocionado Wardle para a cama.

Rachael chama a cena de chocante.

As duas jovens chamam a cena de nojenta.

Jingle, que bebeu muito mais do que os outros mas parece sóbrio, chama aquilo de cena terrível.

Original English Version

'Is anything the matter with Mr. Snodgrass, Sir?' inquired Emily, with great anxiety.

'Nothing the matter, ma'am,' replied the stranger. 'Cricket dinner-- glorious party--capital songs--old port--claret--good--very good--wine, ma'am--wine.'

'It wasn't the wine,' murmured Mr. Snodgrass, in a broken voice. 'It was the salmon.' (Somehow or other, it never is the wine, in these cases.)

'Hadn't they better go to bed, ma'am?' inquired Emma. 'Two of the boys will carry the gentlemen upstairs.'

'I won't go to bed,' said Mr. Winkle firmly.

'No living boy shall carry me,' said Mr. Pickwick stoutly; and he went on smiling as before.

'Hurrah!' gasped Mr. Winkle faintly.

'Hurrah!' echoed Mr. Pickwick, taking off his hat and dashing it on the floor, and insanely casting his spectacles into the middle of the kitchen. At this humorous feat he laughed outright.

'Let's--have--'nother--bottle,' cried Mr. Winkle, commencing in a very loud key, and ending in a very faint one. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified.

'What a shocking scene!' said the spinster aunt.

'Dis-gusting!' ejaculated both the young ladies.

'Dreadful--dreadful!' said Jingle, looking very grave: he was about a bottle and a half ahead of any of his companions. 'Horrid spectacle-- very!'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Aconteceu alguma coisa com o Sr. Snodgrass, cavalheiro? - indagou Emily, com grande ansiedade.

- Nada de mais, senhorita - respondeu o forasteiro. - Jantar de críquete... festança gloriosa... canções de primeira... vinho do Porto velho... clarete... bom... muito bom... vinho, senhorita... vinho.

- Não foi o vinho - murmurou o Sr. Snodgrass, com voz embargada. - Foi o salmão. - (De um modo ou de outro, nunca é o vinho, nesses casos.)

- Não seria melhor que fossem para a cama, senhorita? - indagou Emma. - Dois dos rapazes carregam os cavalheiros escada acima.

- Não vou para a cama - disse o Sr. Winkle com firmeza.

- Rapaz nenhum vivo há de me carregar - disse o Sr. Pickwick resolutamente; e continuou sorrindo como antes.

- Hurra! - arquejou o Sr. Winkle debilmente.

- Hurra! - repetiu o Sr. Pickwick, tirando o chapéu e atirando-o ao chão, e lançando insanamente os óculos para o meio da cozinha. Diante dessa humorística proeza, riu às gargalhadas.

- Vamos... tomar... mais... uma garrafa - bradou o Sr. Winkle, começando num tom altíssimo e terminando num tom debilíssimo. A cabeça pendeu-lhe sobre o peito; e, murmurando sua invencível determinação de não ir para a cama e um sanguinário pesar por não ter "acabado com o velho Tupman" pela manhã, mergulhou num sono profundo, condição em que foi transportado a seu aposento por dois jovens gigantes, sob a superintendência pessoal do menino gordo, a cujos cuidados protetores o Sr. Snodgrass logo depois confiou a própria pessoa. O Sr. Pickwick aceitou o braço que o Sr. Tupman lhe oferecia e desapareceu discretamente, sorrindo mais do que nunca; e o Sr. Wardle, depois de despedir-se de toda a família de modo tão afetuoso como se estivesse condenado à execução imediata, incumbiu o Sr. Trundle da honra de conduzi-lo escada acima e retirou-se, numa tentativa muito frustrada de parecer imponentemente solene e digno.

- Que cena chocante! - disse a tia solteirona.

- Re-pug-nante! - bradaram ambas as jovens.

- Terrível... terrível! - disse Jingle, com ar gravíssimo: estava cerca de uma garrafa e meia à frente de qualquer de seus companheiros. - Espetáculo horrendo... deveras!

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Rachael sussurra para Tupman que Jingle é um homem agradável.

Emily sussurra que ele também é bonito.

Rachael concorda plenamente.

Tupman se lembra da viúva em Rochester e fica com ciúme. Enquanto a popularidade de Jingle cresce, Tupman força o riso. Na cama, imagina com raiva esmagar a cabeça de Jingle.

Jingle se levanta cedo e diverte a mesa do café enquanto os companheiros continuam na cama. Até a velha surda pede para ouvir suas piadas e o chama de jovem atrevido. Todos concordam.

Nas manhãs bonitas, o menino gordo coloca um chapéu e xale na velha senhora, entrega-lhe uma bengala e a ajuda a chegar ao abrigo do jardim. Deixa-a ali por trinta minutos antes de levá-la para casa.

Essa rotina nunca mudou em três verões. A velha senhora se surpreende quando o menino examina a área e volta em segredo até ela em vez de partir.

A velha senhora assustada pensa que o menino talvez queira machucá-la e roubá-la. Ela não consegue gritar, então observa aterrorizada enquanto ele se aproxima e fala alto.

Original English Version

'What a nice man!' whispered the spinster aunt to Mr. Tupman.

'Good-looking, too!' whispered Emily Wardle.

'Oh, decidedly,' observed the spinster aunt.

Mr. Tupman thought of the widow at Rochester, and his mind was troubled. The succeeding half-hour's conversation was not of a nature to calm his perturbed spirit. The new visitor was very talkative, and the number of his anecdotes was only to be exceeded by the extent of his politeness. Mr. Tupman felt that as Jingle's popularity increased, he (Tupman) retired further into the shade. His laughter was forced--his merriment feigned; and when at last he laid his aching temples between the sheets, he thought, with horrid delight, on the satisfaction it would afford him to have Jingle's head at that moment between the feather bed and the mattress.

The indefatigable stranger rose betimes next morning, and, although his companions remained in bed overpowered with the dissipation of the previous night, exerted himself most successfully to promote the hilarity of the breakfast-table. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided.

It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house.

The old lady was very precise and very particular; and as this ceremony had been observed for three successive summers without the slightest deviation from the accustomed form, she was not a little surprised on this particular morning to see the fat boy, instead of leaving the arbour, walk a few paces out of it, look carefully round him in every direction, and return towards her with great stealth and an air of the most profound mystery.

The old lady was timorous--most old ladies are--and her first impression was that the bloated lad was about to do her some grievous bodily harm with the view of possessing himself of her loose coin. She would have cried for assistance, but age and infirmity had long ago deprived her of the power of screaming; she, therefore, watched his motions with feelings of intense horror which were in no degree diminished by his coming close up to her, and shouting in her ear in an agitated, and as it seemed to her, a threatening tone--

Tradução Integral em Português

- Que homem simpático! - sussurrou a tia solteirona ao Sr. Tupman.

- E bem-apessoado, também! - sussurrou Emily Wardle.

- Oh, decididamente - observou a tia solteirona.

O Sr. Tupman pensou na viúva de Rochester, e seu espírito ficou perturbado. A conversa da meia hora seguinte não foi de natureza a acalmar-lhe o ânimo agitado. O novo visitante era muito tagarela, e o número de suas anedotas só era excedido pela extensão de sua polidez. O Sr. Tupman sentiu que, à medida que a popularidade de Jingle crescia, ele (Tupman) recuava cada vez mais para a sombra. Seu riso era forçado, sua alegria, fingida; e quando, por fim, recostou as têmporas doloridas entre os lençóis, pensou, com horrível deleite, na satisfação que lhe daria ter a cabeça de Jingle, naquele instante, prensada entre o colchão de plumas e o de crina.

O infatigável forasteiro levantou-se cedinho na manhã seguinte e, embora seus companheiros permanecessem na cama, prostrados pela dissipação da noite anterior, esforçou-se com o maior sucesso para promover a hilaridade da mesa do café da manhã. Tão bem-sucedidos foram seus esforços que até mesmo a velha senhora surda fez questão de que uma ou duas de suas melhores pilhérias lhe fossem repetidas pela corneta acústica; e ela chegou a dignar-se a observar à tia solteirona que "Ele" (referindo-se a Jingle) "era um jovem atrevido": sentimento com o qual todos os seus parentes ali presentes na ocasião concordaram plenamente.

Era hábito da velha senhora, nas belas manhãs de verão, dirigir-se ao caramanchão em que o Sr. Tupman já se distinguira, do seguinte modo e maneira: primeiro, o menino gordo ia buscar, num prego atrás da porta do quarto da velha senhora, uma justa touca de cetim preto, um quente xale de algodão e uma bengala grossa de cabo avantajado; e a velha senhora, tendo posto a touca e o xale com toda a calma, apoiava uma das mãos na bengala e a outra no ombro do menino gordo, e caminhava sem pressa até o caramanchão, onde o menino gordo a deixava a gozar do ar fresco pelo espaço de meia hora; findo esse tempo, ele voltava e a reconduzia à casa.

A velha senhora era muito minuciosa e muito exigente; e, como essa cerimônia fora observada por três verões seguidos sem o menor desvio da forma acostumada, não foi pouca a sua surpresa, naquela manhã em particular, ao ver o menino gordo, em vez de deixar o caramanchão, dar alguns passos para fora dele, olhar cuidadosamente em torno de si em todas as direções e voltar em sua direção com grande sorrelfa e um ar do mais profundo mistério.

A velha senhora era medrosa - a maioria das velhas senhoras o é - , e sua primeira impressão foi a de que o rapaz inchado se dispunha a infligir-lhe algum grave dano corporal, com o intuito de apossar-se de seu dinheiro miúdo. Teria gritado por socorro, mas a idade e os achaques havia muito lhe haviam roubado a força de gritar; assim, observou os movimentos dele com sentimentos de intenso horror, em nada diminuídos pelo fato de ele aproximar-se bem dela e gritar-lhe ao ouvido, num tom agitado e, ao que lhe pareceu, ameaçador -

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O menino chama: "Senhora!"

Jingle caminha por perto e o ouve. Como está sem fazer nada, é curioso, desonesto e está escondido atrás dos arbustos, para e escuta.

O menino gordo chama a senhora novamente.

A mulher trêmula lembra Joe de que sempre o tratou com bondade, deu-lhe pouco trabalho e muita comida.

A menção à comida comove profundamente o menino, e ele responde com firmeza.

Joe diz que sabe que ela sempre o alimentou.

Sentindo-se mais corajosa, ela pergunta o que ele quer fazer agora.

Joe diz que quer fazê-la arrepiar-se, ou seja, pretende assustá-la com uma história.

As palavras parecem violentas, e como ela não entende o significado, todo o medo retorna.

Joe pergunta o que ela acha que ele viu naquele mesmo abrigo do jardim na noite anterior.

A senhora idosa ficou alarmada com o jeito sério de Joe e perguntou o que havia acontecido.

Joe disse que vira o cavalheiro desconhecido de braço ferido beijando e abraçando alguém.

Original English Version

'Missus!'

Now it so happened that Mr. Jingle was walking in the garden close to the arbour at that moment. He too heard the shouts of 'Missus,' and stopped to hear more. There were three reasons for his doing so. In the first place, he was idle and curious; secondly, he was by no means scrupulous; thirdly, and lastly, he was concealed from view by some flowering shrubs. So there he stood, and there he listened.

'Missus!' shouted the fat boy.

'Well, Joe,' said the trembling old lady. 'I'm sure I have been a good mistress to you, Joe. You have invariably been treated very kindly. You have never had too much to do; and you have always had enough to eat.'

This last was an appeal to the fat boy's most sensitive feelings. He seemed touched, as he replied emphatically--

'I knows I has.'

'Then what can you want to do now?' said the old lady, gaining courage.

'I wants to make your flesh creep,' replied the boy.

This sounded like a very bloodthirsty mode of showing one's gratitude; and as the old lady did not precisely understand the process by which such a result was to be attained, all her former horrors returned.

'What do you think I see in this very arbour last night?' inquired the boy.

'Bless us! What?' exclaimed the old lady, alarmed at the solemn manner of the corpulent youth.

'The strange gentleman--him as had his arm hurt--a-kissin' and huggin'-- '

Tradução Integral em Português

- Patroa!

Ora, deu-se o acaso de o Sr. Jingle estar passeando no jardim bem junto do caramanchão naquele momento. Também ele ouviu os brados de "Patroa" e parou para ouvir mais. Havia três razões para isso. Em primeiro lugar, estava ocioso e curioso; em segundo, não era nada escrupuloso; em terceiro e último, achava-se oculto da vista por alguns arbustos floridos. Ali ficou, pois, e ali escutou.

- Patroa! - gritou o menino gordo.

- Sim, Joe - disse a velha senhora, trêmula. - Tenho certeza de que fui uma boa patroa para você, Joe. Você sempre foi tratado com muita bondade. Nunca teve trabalho demais; e sempre teve o bastante para comer.

Este último apelo tocava os sentimentos mais sensíveis do menino gordo. Ele pareceu comovido, ao responder com ênfase -

- Eu sei que sim.

- Então o que é que você quer fazer agora? - disse a velha senhora, ganhando coragem.

- Quero fazer a senhora se arrepiar toda - respondeu o rapaz.

Aquilo soava como um modo bem sanguinário de demonstrar gratidão; e, como a velha senhora não compreendia precisamente o processo pelo qual tal resultado seria alcançado, todos os seus horrores anteriores voltaram.

- O que a senhora acha que eu vi neste mesmo caramanchão ontem à noite? - indagou o rapaz.

- Valha-nos Deus! O quê? - exclamou a velha senhora, alarmada com o ar solene do corpulento jovem.

- O cavalheiro forasteiro... aquele que machucou o braço... beijando e abraçando... -

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A senhora perguntou se Tupman havia beijado uma das criadas.

Joe gritou no ouvido dela que a verdade era pior do que isso.

A senhora perguntou se era uma de suas netas.

Joe disse novamente que era ainda pior.

Chocada, a senhora exigiu saber quem era, pois não conseguia imaginar nada pior.

Joe olhou cuidadosamente ao redor antes de gritar a resposta no ouvido da senhora.

Joe revelou que a mulher era a srta. Rachael.

A senhora reagiu com voz aguda e pediu que Joe falasse mais alto.

Joe repetiu em voz alta o nome da srta. Rachael.

A senhora exclamou, chocada, que Rachael era sua filha.

Joe assentiu várias vezes, fazendo suas grandes bochechas tremerem como uma sobremesa macia.

A senhora perguntou se Rachael havia permitido os beijos. Joe começou a sorrir.

Joe disse que vira Rachael beijar Tupman novamente.

Escondido por perto, Jingle ouviu a senhora furiosa reclamar da idade de Rachael e da falta de permissão. Joe então foi embora, deixando-a sozinha.

Original English Version

'Who, Joe? None of the servants, I hope.'

Worser than that,' roared the fat boy, in the old lady's ear.

'Not one of my grandda'aters?'

'Worser than that.'

'Worse than that, Joe!' said the old lady, who had thought this the extreme limit of human atrocity. 'Who was it, Joe? I insist upon knowing.'

The fat boy looked cautiously round, and having concluded his survey, shouted in the old lady's ear--

'Miss Rachael.'

'What!' said the old lady, in a shrill tone. 'Speak louder.'

'Miss Rachael,' roared the fat boy.

'My da'ater!'

The train of nods which the fat boy gave by way of assent, communicated a blanc-mange like motion to his fat cheeks.

'And she suffered him!' exclaimed the old lady. A grin stole over the fat boy's features as he said--

'I see her a-kissin' of him agin.'

If Mr. Jingle, from his place of concealment, could have beheld the expression which the old lady's face assumed at this communication, the probability is that a sudden burst of laughter would have betrayed his close vicinity to the summer-house. He listened attentively. Fragments of angry sentences such as, 'Without my permission!'--'At her time of life'--'Miserable old 'ooman like me'--'Might have waited till I was dead,' and so forth, reached his ears; and then he heard the heels of the fat boy's boots crunching the gravel, as he retired and left the old lady alone.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Quem, Joe? Nenhuma das criadas, espero.

- Pior que isso - bradou o menino gordo ao ouvido da velha senhora.

- Não foi uma das minhas netas?

- Pior que isso.

- Pior que isso, Joe! - disse a velha senhora, que julgara ser aquele o extremo limite da atrocidade humana. - Quem foi, Joe? Faço questão de saber.

O menino gordo olhou cautelosamente em volta e, tendo concluído sua inspeção, gritou ao ouvido da velha senhora -

- A Srta. Rachael.

- O quê! - disse a velha senhora, num tom estridente. - Fale mais alto.

- A Srta. Rachael - vociferou o menino gordo.

- Minha filha!

A sucessão de acenos que o menino gordo deu em sinal de assentimento comunicou às suas bochechas gordas um movimento semelhante ao de um manjar-branco.

- E ela consentiu! - exclamou a velha senhora. Um sorriso maroto insinuou-se pelos traços do menino gordo, ao dizer ele -

- Eu vi ela beijando ele de novo.

Se o Sr. Jingle, de seu esconderijo, pudesse ter contemplado a expressão que o rosto da velha senhora assumiu diante dessa comunicação, é provável que uma súbita explosão de riso houvesse traído sua proximidade do caramanchão. Ele escutava com atenção. Fragmentos de frases irritadas, tais como "Sem a minha licença!", "Na idade dela!", "Uma velha coitada como eu!", "Podia ter esperado até eu morrer!", e assim por diante, chegaram-lhe aos ouvidos; e então ouviu os saltos das botas do menino gordo triturando o cascalho, ao afastar-se ele e deixar a velha senhora a sós.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle já havia decidido conquistar Rachael porque ela gostava de seu jeito e provavelmente tinha dinheiro. Agora planejava afastar Tupman e criar rapidamente problemas entre eles.

Jingle se aproximou da casa em segredo. Tupman e os outros homens haviam saído do jardim, e as moças estavam fora, então o caminho estava livre.

Jingle viu Rachael tricotando pela porta entreaberta. Ela sorriu ao ouvi-lo tossir, então ele entrou, pediu silêncio com um gesto e fechou a porta.

Com falsa seriedade, Jingle pediu desculpas por entrar e anunciou que tudo havia sido descoberto.

Rachael ficou surpresa com a aparição repentina de Jingle e se perguntou se ele estava bem da cabeça.

Jingle descreveu em voz baixa o grande Joe de rosto redondo como um homem terrível. Rachael começou a tremer de preocupação.

Tentando manter a calma, Rachael perguntou se Jingle se referia a Joseph.

Jingle disse que Joe a traíra ao contar à senhora furiosa sobre seus beijos e abraços com Tupman no abrigo do jardim.

Original English Version

It was a remarkable coincidence perhaps, but it was nevertheless a fact, that Mr. Jingle within five minutes of his arrival at Manor Farm on the preceding night, had inwardly resolved to lay siege to the heart of the spinster aunt, without delay. He had observation enough to see, that his off-hand manner was by no means disagreeable to the fair object of his attack; and he had more than a strong suspicion that she possessed that most desirable of all requisites, a small independence. The imperative necessity of ousting his rival by some means or other, flashed quickly upon him, and he immediately resolved to adopt certain proceedings tending to that end and object, without a moment's delay. Fielding tells us that man is fire, and woman tow, and the Prince of Darkness sets a light to 'em. Mr. Jingle knew that young men, to spinster aunts, are as lighted gas to gunpowder, and he determined to essay the effect of an explosion without loss of time.

Full of reflections upon this important decision, he crept from his place of concealment, and, under cover of the shrubs before mentioned, approached the house. Fortune seemed determined to favour his design. Mr. Tupman and the rest of the gentlemen left the garden by the side gate just as he obtained a view of it; and the young ladies, he knew, had walked out alone, soon after breakfast. The coast was clear.

The breakfast-parlour door was partially open. He peeped in. The spinster aunt was knitting. He coughed; she looked up and smiled. Hesitation formed no part of Mr. Alfred Jingle's character. He laid his finger on his lips mysteriously, walked in, and closed the door.

'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Jingle, with affected earnestness, 'forgive intrusion--short acquaintance--no time for ceremony--all discovered.'

'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity.

'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation.

'I presume you allude to Joseph, Sir?' said the lady, making an effort to appear composed.

'Yes, ma'am--damn that Joe!--treacherous dog, Joe--told the old lady-- old lady furious--wild--raving--arbour--Tupman--kissing and hugging--all that sort of thing--eh, ma'am--eh?'

Tradução Integral em Português

Fora talvez uma notável coincidência, mas era, não obstante, um fato, que o Sr. Jingle, no intervalo de cinco minutos após sua chegada à Manor Farm na noite anterior, já havia intimamente resolvido cercar sem demora o coração da tia solteirona. Tinha faro bastante para perceber que seus modos desembaraçados não eram de todo desagradáveis ao belo objeto de seu ataque; e mais do que uma forte suspeita de que ela possuía o mais desejável de todos os requisitos: uma pequena renda independente. A imperiosa necessidade de expulsar o rival por um meio ou outro fulgurou-lhe logo no espírito, e ele resolveu de imediato adotar certas providências tendentes a esse fim e propósito, sem um instante de demora. Fielding nos diz que o homem é fogo, e a mulher, estopa, e que o Príncipe das Trevas os põe em chamas. O Sr. Jingle sabia que os rapazes, para as tias solteironas, são como gás aceso para a pólvora, e resolveu ensaiar sem perda de tempo o efeito de uma explosão.

Cheio de reflexões sobre essa importante decisão, esgueirou-se de seu esconderijo e, ao abrigo dos arbustos já mencionados, aproximou-se da casa. A fortuna parecia determinada a favorecer seu desígnio. O Sr. Tupman e os demais cavalheiros deixaram o jardim pelo portão lateral justamente quando ele o avistou; e as jovens, ele bem o sabia, haviam saído sozinhas para passear pouco depois do café da manhã. O campo estava livre.

A porta da saleta do café da manhã estava parcialmente aberta. Ele espreitou lá dentro. A tia solteirona tricotava. Ele tossiu; ela ergueu os olhos e sorriu. A hesitação não fazia parte do caráter do Sr. Alfred Jingle. Levou o dedo aos lábios, misteriosamente, entrou e fechou a porta.

- Srta. Wardle - disse o Sr. Jingle, com fingida gravidade - , perdoe a intromissão... pouca intimidade... sem tempo para cerimônias... está tudo descoberto.

- Cavalheiro! - disse a tia solteirona, bastante espantada com a inesperada aparição e algo desconfiada da sanidade do Sr. Jingle.

- Silêncio! - disse o Sr. Jingle, num sussurro de palco. - Rapaz grande... cara de bolo... olhos redondos... patife! - Aqui sacudiu a cabeça de modo expressivo, e a tia solteirona tremeu de agitação.

- Presumo que o senhor se refira a Joseph? - disse a dama, fazendo um esforço para parecer serena.

- Sim, senhorita... maldito Joe!... cão traiçoeiro, o Joe... contou à velha senhora... velha furiosa... enfurecida... espumando... caramanchão... Tupman... beijos e abraços... toda essa espécie de coisa... hein, senhorita... hein?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Rachael avisou Jingle de que ele a insultava se esse fosse o motivo da visita.

Jingle negou que a estivesse insultando e afirmou ter vindo avisá-la e ajudá-la a evitar problemas. Então fingiu que iria embora.

Rachael começou a chorar e perguntou o que poderia fazer, temendo que o irmão ficasse furioso.

Jingle concordou que o irmão dela certamente ficaria extremamente zangado.

Desesperada, Rachael perguntou a Jingle que explicação poderia dar.

Jingle aconselhou calmamente que ela dissesse que Joe havia sonhado com todo o acontecimento.

A sugestão deu esperança a Rachael, e Jingle percebeu que seu plano estava funcionando.

Jingle disse que a solução era fácil: chamar Joe de mentiroso, elogiar Rachael, castigar o garoto e encerrar o assunto sem problemas.

Rachael gostou da esperança de escapar dos problemas e também de ser chamada de adorável. Corou e olhou para Jingle com gratidão.

Jingle suspirou profundamente, encarou Rachael por dois minutos e então desviou o olhar de modo dramático.

Original English Version

'Mr. Jingle,' said the spinster aunt, 'if you come here, Sir, to insult me--'

'Not at all--by no means,' replied the unabashed Mr. Jingle--'overheard the tale--came to warn you of your danger--tender my services--prevent the hubbub. Never mind--think it an insult--leave the room'--and he turned, as if to carry the threat into execution.

'What _shall_ I do!' said the poor spinster, bursting into tears. 'My brother will be furious.'

'Of course he will,' said Mr. Jingle pausing--'outrageous.'

Oh, Mr. Jingle, what _can_ I say!' exclaimed the spinster aunt, in another flood of despair.

'Say he dreamt it,' replied Mr. Jingle coolly.

A ray of comfort darted across the mind of the spinster aunt at this suggestion. Mr. Jingle perceived it, and followed up his advantage.

'Pooh, pooh!--nothing more easy--blackguard boy--lovely woman--fat boy horsewhipped--you believed--end of the matter--all comfortable.'

Whether the probability of escaping from the consequences of this ill- timed discovery was delightful to the spinster's feelings, or whether the hearing herself described as a 'lovely woman' softened the asperity of her grief, we know not. She blushed slightly, and cast a grateful look on Mr. Jingle.

That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Sr. Jingle - disse a tia solteirona - , se o senhor veio aqui para me insultar... -

- De modo algum... de forma nenhuma - replicou o impertérrito Sr. Jingle. - Ouvi por acaso a história... vim adverti-la do perigo... oferecer meus serviços... evitar o escândalo. Não faz mal... considere um insulto... saio da sala. - E voltou-se, como se fosse levar a ameaça a cabo.

- Que _hei_ de fazer! - disse a pobre solteirona, desatando em lágrimas. - Meu irmão vai ficar furioso.

- Sem dúvida que vai - disse o Sr. Jingle, detendo-se. - Ultrajante.

- Oh, Sr. Jingle, que _posso_ eu dizer! - exclamou a tia solteirona, em nova torrente de desespero.

- Diga que ele sonhou - replicou o Sr. Jingle friamente.

Um raio de conforto atravessou a mente da tia solteirona diante dessa sugestão. O Sr. Jingle percebeu-o e tratou de aproveitar sua vantagem.

- Bah, bah!... nada mais fácil... menino canalha... mulher encantadora... menino gordo açoitado... a senhora não acreditou... fim da história... tudo tranquilo.

Se a probabilidade de escapar às consequências dessa inoportuna descoberta era deliciosa aos sentimentos da solteirona, ou se o fato de ouvir-se descrita como "mulher encantadora" abrandou a aspereza de sua aflição, não sabemos. Ela corou levemente e lançou um olhar grato ao Sr. Jingle.

Aquele insinuante cavalheiro suspirou profundamente, fixou os olhos no rosto da tia solteirona por uns dois minutos, teve um sobressalto melodramático e de súbito os desviou.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Rachael disse que Jingle parecia infeliz e ofereceu ajuda porque estava grata pela gentileza dele.

Jingle afirmou que sofria porque Rachael amava um homem indigno que desejava sua sobrinha. Fingindo lealdade a Tupman, recusou-se a revelar mais e caminhou para a porta.

Rachael deteve Jingle com firmeza e exigiu que ele explicasse o que queria dizer sobre Tupman.

Jingle declarou dramaticamente que jamais contaria. Então se sentou bem perto de Rachael, claramente convidando novas perguntas.

Rachael implorou que Jingle revelasse qualquer segredo terrível ligado a Tupman.

Jingle fingiu lutar contra os próprios sentimentos antes de afirmar em voz baixa que Tupman queria apenas o dinheiro de Rachael.

Rachael chamou Tupman de homem terrível. Sua reação confirmou a Jingle que ela realmente tinha dinheiro.

Jingle acrescentou que Tupman estava apaixonado por outra pessoa.

Rachael ficou chocada e exigiu saber quem era a outra mulher.

Jingle disse que era Emily, sua sobrinha baixa e de olhos escuros.

Original English Version

'You seem unhappy, Mr. Jingle,' said the lady, in a plaintive voice. 'May I show my gratitude for your kind interference, by inquiring into the cause, with a view, if possible, to its removal?'

'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Miss Wardle--farewell!' At the conclusion of this address, the most consecutive he was ever known to utter, Mr. Jingle applied to his eyes the remnant of a handkerchief before noticed, and turned towards the door.

'Stay, Mr. Jingle!' said the spinster aunt emphatically. 'You have made an allusion to Mr. Tupman--explain it.'

'Never!' exclaimed Jingle, with a professional (i.e., theatrical) air. 'Never!' and, by way of showing that he had no desire to be questioned further, he drew a chair close to that of the spinster aunt and sat down.

'Mr. Jingle,' said the aunt, 'I entreat--I implore you, if there is any dreadful mystery connected with Mr. Tupman, reveal it.'

'Can I,' said Mr. Jingle, fixing his eyes on the aunt's face--'can I see--lovely creature--sacrificed at the shrine--heartless avarice!' He appeared to be struggling with various conflicting emotions for a few seconds, and then said in a low voice-- 'Tupman only wants your money.'

'The wretch!' exclaimed the spinster, with energetic indignation. (Mr. Jingle's doubts were resolved. She _had_ money.)

'More than that,' said Jingle--'loves another.'

'Another!' ejaculated the spinster. 'Who?'

Short girl--black eyes--niece Emily.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- O senhor parece infeliz, Sr. Jingle - disse a dama, com voz queixosa. - Poderei demonstrar minha gratidão por sua bondosa intervenção indagando a causa, com o intuito de, se possível, removê-la?

- Ah! - exclamou o Sr. Jingle, com novo sobressalto. - Removê-la! remover a minha infelicidade... e o seu amor concedido a um homem que é insensível à dádiva... que neste exato momento nutre um desígnio sobre os afetos da sobrinha da criatura que... mas não; ele é meu amigo; não hei de expor seus vícios. Srta. Wardle... adeus! - Ao concluir essa alocução, a mais encadeada que jamais se lhe conheceu, o Sr. Jingle aplicou aos olhos o resto de um lenço já antes notado e voltou-se para a porta.

- Espere, Sr. Jingle! - disse a tia solteirona com ênfase. - O senhor fez uma alusão ao Sr. Tupman... explique-a.

- Nunca! - exclamou Jingle, com um ar profissional (isto é, teatral). - Nunca! - E, a fim de mostrar que não tinha desejo algum de ser interrogado mais adiante, puxou uma cadeira para bem perto da da tia solteirona e sentou-se.

- Sr. Jingle - disse a tia - , suplico-lhe... imploro-lhe, se há algum terrível mistério ligado ao Sr. Tupman, revele-o.

- Poderei eu - disse o Sr. Jingle, cravando os olhos no rosto da tia - poderei eu ver... adorável criatura... sacrificada no altar... da avareza sem coração! - Pareceu debater-se com várias emoções conflitantes por alguns segundos e então disse em voz baixa: - Tupman só quer o seu dinheiro.

- O miserável! - exclamou a solteirona, com enérgica indignação. (As dúvidas do Sr. Jingle estavam resolvidas. Ela _tinha_ dinheiro.)

- Mais do que isso - disse Jingle. - Ama outra.

- Outra! - bradou a solteirona. - Quem?

- Moça baixinha... olhos negros... a sobrinha Emily.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Por um momento, nenhum dos dois falou.

Rachael tinha muito ciúme de Emily. Seu rosto ficou vermelho, e ela demonstrou grande desprezo em silêncio antes de falar.

Rachael insistiu que a história não podia ser verdadeira e se recusou a acreditar.

Jingle aconselhou Rachael a observar Tupman e Emily.

Rachael prometeu que os observaria.

Jingle disse especificamente que ela observasse a maneira como Tupman olhava para Emily.

Rachael prometeu novamente que observaria com atenção.

Jingle disse que ela prestasse atenção aos cochichos de Tupman para Emily.

Rachael prometeu prestar atenção neles também.

Jingle previu que Tupman se sentaria ao lado de Emily durante o jantar.

Rachael disse com confiança que permitiria que ele fizesse isso.

Jingle disse que Tupman faria muitos elogios a Emily.

Rachael respondeu que ele podia fazer isso.

Jingle acrescentou que Tupman daria a Emily toda a atenção possível.

Rachael disse novamente que o deixaria continuar.

Jingle avisou que Tupman ignoraria Rachael por completo.

Original English Version

There was a pause.

Now, if there was one individual in the whole world, of whom the spinster aunt entertained a mortal and deep-rooted jealousy, it was this identical niece. The colour rushed over her face and neck, and she tossed her head in silence with an air of ineffable contempt. At last, biting her thin lips, and bridling up, she said--

'It can't be. I won't believe it.'

'Watch 'em,' said Jingle.

'I will,' said the aunt.

'Watch his looks.'

'I will.'

'His whispers.'

'I will.'

'He'll sit next her at table.'

'Let him.'

'He'll flatter her.'

'Let him.'

'He'll pay her every possible attention.'

'Let him.'

'And he'll cut you.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Houve uma pausa.

Ora, se havia no mundo inteiro uma única pessoa por quem a tia solteirona nutrisse um ciúme mortal e profundamente enraizado, era essa mesmíssima sobrinha. A cor subiu-lhe ao rosto e ao pescoço, e ela empertigou a cabeça em silêncio, com um ar de inefável desprezo. Por fim, mordendo os lábios finos e enrijecendo-se, disse -

- Não pode ser. Não vou acreditar nisso.

- Observe-os - disse Jingle.

- Hei de observar - disse a tia.

- Observe os olhares dele.

- Hei de observar.

- Os sussurros dele.

- Hei de observar.

- Ele vai sentar-se ao lado dela à mesa.

- Que sente.

- Vai lisonjeá-la.

- Que lisonjeie.

- Vai dispensar-lhe toda espécie de atenção possível.

- Que dispense.

- E vai desprezá-la.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A ideia de Tupman ignorá-la fez Rachael gritar e tremer de raiva e decepção.

Jingle perguntou se Rachael veria a verdade por conta própria.

Rachael respondeu com firmeza que sim.

Jingle perguntou se ela mostraria que tinha coragem e orgulho.

Rachael prometeu novamente que sim.

Jingle perguntou se ela recusaria Tupman depois de descobrir a traição dele.

Rachael declarou que jamais aceitaria Tupman.

Jingle perguntou se ela escolheria outro homem no lugar dele.

Rachael respondeu que escolheria outra pessoa.

Jingle afirmou com confiança que ela realmente faria isso.

Jingle se ajoelhou diante de Rachael por cinco minutos. Quando se levantou, ela o havia aceitado sob a condição de que a traição de Tupman fosse provada.

Durante o jantar, Jingle apresentou sua prova. Tupman se sentou ao lado de Emily, sorrindo e cochichando com ela, sem dar nenhuma atenção a Rachael.

Wardle pensou que Joe devia estar dormindo quando fez a acusação e concluiu que o garoto havia imaginado tudo.

Original English Version

'Cut _me_!' screamed the spinster aunt. '_he_ cut _me_; will he!' and she trembled with rage and disappointment.

'You will convince yourself?' said Jingle.

'I will.'

'You'll show your spirit?'

'I will.'

You'll not have him afterwards?'

'Never.'

'You'll take somebody else?'

Yes.'

'You shall.'

Mr. Jingle fell on his knees, remained thereupon for five minutes thereafter; and rose the accepted lover of the spinster aunt-- conditionally upon Mr. Tupman's perjury being made clear and manifest.

The burden of proof lay with Mr. Alfred Jingle; and he produced his evidence that very day at dinner. The spinster aunt could hardly believe her eyes. Mr. Tracy Tupman was established at Emily's side, ogling, whispering, and smiling, in opposition to Mr. Snodgrass. Not a word, not a look, not a glance, did he bestow upon his heart's pride of the evening before.

'Damn that boy!' thought old Mr. Wardle to himself.--He had heard the story from his mother. 'Damn that boy! He must have been asleep. It's all imagination.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Desprezar _a mim_! - gritou a tia solteirona. - _ele_ desprezar _a mim_; será possível! - E tremeu de raiva e de desapontamento.

- A senhora vai convencer-se com os próprios olhos? - disse Jingle.

- Hei de convencer-me.

- Vai mostrar seu caráter?

- Hei de mostrar.

- Não há de aceitá-lo depois?

- Nunca.

- Há de escolher outro?

- Sim.

- Há de escolher, sim.

O Sr. Jingle caiu de joelhos, ali permaneceu por cinco minutos e ergueu-se aceito como pretendente da tia solteirona - sob a condição de que o perjúrio do Sr. Tupman fosse posto em evidência clara e manifesta.

O ônus da prova recaía sobre o Sr. Alfred Jingle; e ele produziu suas provas naquele mesmo dia, ao jantar. A tia solteirona mal podia acreditar no que via. O Sr. Tracy Tupman instalara-se ao lado de Emily, namoricando, sussurrando e sorrindo, em oposição ao Sr. Snodgrass. Nem uma palavra, nem um olhar, nem uma vista de olhos dedicou ele ao orgulho de seu coração da véspera.

- Maldito rapaz! - pensou consigo o velho Sr. Wardle. - Ouvira a história da boca da mãe. - Maldito rapaz! Deve ter estado dormindo. É tudo imaginação.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Rachael considerou Tupman um traidor e ficou grata porque o querido Jingle lhe contara a verdade.

Uma conversa posterior explica por que o comportamento de Tupman havia mudado de forma tão estranha.

Naquela noite, o baixo e corpulento Tupman caminhou por uma trilha do jardim com o alto e magro Jingle. Tupman iniciou a conversa.

Tupman perguntou a Jingle se havia desempenhado bem seu papel.

Jingle elogiou a atuação de Tupman e mandou que ele a repetisse todas as noites até receber novas instruções.

Tupman perguntou se Rachael ainda queria que ele se comportasse daquele modo.

Jingle afirmou que Rachael não gostava do plano, mas o considerava necessário para evitar a desconfiança do irmão. Prometeu que a felicidade chegaria em poucos dias.

Tupman perguntou se Rachael havia enviado alguma mensagem para ele.

Jingle inventou uma mensagem de amor e carinho e perguntou se Tupman queria enviar uma resposta.

Confiando totalmente em Jingle, Tupman pediu que levasse seu amor a Rachael. Elogiou o plano sábio dela, embora fosse difícil fingir indiferença.

Original English Version

'Traitor!' thought the spinster aunt. 'Dear Mr. Jingle was not deceiving me. Ugh! how I hate the wretch!'

The following conversation may serve to explain to our readers this apparently unaccountable alteration of deportment on the part of Mr. Tracy Tupman.

The time was evening; the scene the garden. There were two figures walking in a side path; one was rather short and stout; the other tall and slim. They were Mr. Tupman and Mr. Jingle. The stout figure commenced the dialogue.

'How did I do it?' he inquired.

'Splendid--capital--couldn't act better myself--you must repeat the part to-morrow--every evening till further notice.'

'Does Rachael still wish it?'

'Of course--she don't like it--but must be done--avert suspicion--afraid of her brother--says there's no help for it--only a few days more--when old folks blinded--crown your happiness.'

'Any message?'

'Love--best love--kindest regards--unalterable affection. Can I say anything for you?'

'My dear fellow,' replied the unsuspicious Mr. Tupman, fervently grasping his 'friend's' hand--'carry my best love--say how hard I find it to dissemble--say anything that's kind: but add how sensible I am of the necessity of the suggestion she made to me, through you, this morning. Say I applaud her wisdom and admire her discretion.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Traidor! - pensou a tia solteirona. - O querido Sr. Jingle não me enganava. Ugh! como odeio o miserável!

A conversa a seguir talvez sirva para explicar aos nossos leitores essa aparentemente inexplicável mudança de conduta da parte do Sr. Tracy Tupman.

A hora era o entardecer; o cenário, o jardim. Havia dois vultos passeando por uma alameda lateral; um era baixote e atarracado; o outro, alto e esguio. Eram o Sr. Tupman e o Sr. Jingle. O vulto atarracado deu início ao diálogo.

- Como me saí? - indagou ele.

- Esplêndido... de primeira... eu mesmo não representaria melhor... precisa repetir o papel amanhã... todas as noites até segunda ordem.

- Rachael ainda deseja isso?

- Claro... ela não gosta... mas tem de ser feito... afastar suspeitas... com medo do irmão... diz que não há outro jeito... só mais alguns dias... quando os velhos estiverem cegos... coroam a sua felicidade.

- Algum recado?

- Amor... muito amor... os mais ternos cumprimentos... afeto inalterável. Posso dizer algo por sua parte?

- Meu caro amigo - replicou o incauto Sr. Tupman, apertando fervorosamente a mão do "amigo" - , leve-lhe todo o meu amor... diga como me é difícil dissimular... diga qualquer coisa gentil: mas acrescente o quanto sou sensível à necessidade da sugestão que ela me fez, por seu intermédio, esta manhã. Diga que aplaudo sua sensatez e admiro sua discrição.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle concordou em entregar a mensagem e perguntou se Tupman queria acrescentar algo.

Tupman pediu que Jingle dissesse que desejava muito o dia em que Rachael seria dele e eles não precisariam mais fingir.

Jingle concordou novamente e perguntou se havia mais alguma mensagem.

Tupman agradeceu calorosamente ao suposto amigo pela ajuda generosa e pediu desculpas por ter suspeitado que Jingle pudesse se tornar seu rival.

Jingle disse a Tupman que não falasse nisso. Depois pediu casualmente dez libras emprestadas por três dias para um assunto importante.

Cheio de gratidão, Tupman disse que provavelmente tinha o dinheiro e confirmou que o empréstimo seria por três dias.

Jingle prometeu que todas as dificuldades terminariam em três dias. Tupman contou o dinheiro na mão dele enquanto caminhavam para a casa.

Jingle avisou Tupman para não lançar sequer um olhar a Rachael.

Tupman prometeu que nem sequer piscaria para ela.

Original English Version

I will. Anything more?'

'Nothing, only add how ardently I long for the time when I may call her mine, and all dissimulation may be unnecessary.'

'Certainly, certainly. Anything more?'

'Oh, my friend!' said poor Mr. Tupman, again grasping the hand of his companion, 'receive my warmest thanks for your disinterested kindness; and forgive me if I have ever, even in thought, done you the injustice of supposing that you could stand in my way. My dear friend, can I ever repay you?'

'Don't talk of it,' replied Mr. Jingle. He stopped short, as if suddenly recollecting something, and said--'By the bye--can't spare ten pounds, can you?--very particular purpose--pay you in three days.'

'I dare say I can,' replied Mr. Tupman, in the fulness of his heart. 'Three days, you say?'

'Only three days--all over then--no more difficulties.' Mr. Tupman counted the money into his companion's hand, and he dropped it piece by piece into his pocket, as they walked towards the house.

'Be careful,' said Mr. Jingle--'not a look.'

'Not a wink,' said Mr. Tupman.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Assim farei. Mais alguma coisa?

- Nada, apenas acrescente com que ardor anseio pelo tempo em que poderei chamá-la de minha, e toda a dissimulação será desnecessária.

- Certamente, certamente. Mais alguma coisa?

- Oh, meu amigo! - disse o pobre Sr. Tupman, apertando de novo a mão do companheiro. - Receba os meus mais calorosos agradecimentos por sua desinteressada bondade; e perdoe-me se alguma vez, ainda que só em pensamento, lhe fiz a injustiça de supor que o senhor pudesse atravessar-se em meu caminho. Meu caro amigo, poderei algum dia retribuir-lhe?

- Não fale nisso - replicou o Sr. Jingle. Deteve-se de súbito, como que subitamente lembrado de algo, e disse: - A propósito... não poderia me emprestar dez libras, poderia?... para um fim muito particular... pago-lhe em três dias.

- Creio que posso - replicou o Sr. Tupman, no transbordar de seu coração. - Três dias, o senhor diz?

- Só três dias... tudo acabado então... nenhuma outra dificuldade. - O Sr. Tupman contou o dinheiro na mão do companheiro, e ele o deixou cair no bolso, moeda por moeda, enquanto caminhavam em direção à casa.

- Cuidado - disse o Sr. Jingle. - Nem um olhar.

- Nem uma piscadela - disse o Sr. Tupman.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle disse que ele não deveria dizer uma única palavra a Rachael.

Tupman prometeu que nem sequer cochicharia.

Jingle mandou Tupman se concentrar em Emily e ser um pouco rude com Rachael, afirmando que essa era a única maneira de enganar os familiares mais velhos.

Tupman disse em voz alta que teria muito cuidado.

Em silêncio, Jingle prometeu a si mesmo que também teria cuidado enquanto entravam na casa.

O truque continuou por quatro dias. Wardle acreditava na inocência de Tupman, Tupman esperava ter sucesso com Rachael, e Jingle e Rachael estavam felizes por motivos secretos, enquanto Snodgrass ficava com ciúme.

Original English Version

'Not a syllable.'

'Not a whisper.'

'All your attentions to the niece--rather rude, than otherwise, to the aunt--only way of deceiving the old ones.'

'I'll take care,' said Mr. Tupman aloud.

'And _I'll_ take care,' said Mr. Jingle internally; and they entered the house.

The scene of that afternoon was repeated that evening, and on the three afternoons and evenings next ensuing. On the fourth, the host was in high spirits, for he had satisfied himself that there was no ground for the charge against Mr. Tupman. So was Mr. Tupman, for Mr. Jingle had told him that his affair would soon be brought to a crisis. So was Mr. Pickwick, for he was seldom otherwise. So was not Mr. Snodgrass, for he had grown jealous of Mr. Tupman. So was the old lady, for she had been winning at whist. So were Mr. Jingle and Miss Wardle, for reasons of sufficient importance in this eventful history to be narrated in another chapter.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Nem uma sílaba.

- Nem um sussurro.

- Todas as suas atenções para a sobrinha... antes rude, do que amável, com a tia... único jeito de enganar os velhos.

- Hei de tomar cuidado - disse o Sr. Tupman em voz alta.

- E _eu_ hei de tomar cuidado - disse o Sr. Jingle de si para si; e entraram na casa.

A cena daquela tarde repetiu-se naquela noite, e nas três tardes e noites que se seguiram. Na quarta, o anfitrião estava de excelente humor, pois convencera-se de que não havia fundamento para a acusação contra o Sr. Tupman. Assim também estava o Sr. Tupman, pois o Sr. Jingle lhe dissera que seu caso em breve chegaria a um desfecho. Assim também estava o Sr. Pickwick, pois raramente estava de outro modo. Assim não estava o Sr. Snodgrass, pois se tornara ciumento do Sr. Tupman. Assim estava a velha senhora, pois vinha ganhando no uíste. Assim estavam o Sr. Jingle e a Srta. Wardle, por razões de importância suficiente, nesta movimentada história, para serem narradas noutro capítulo.

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CHAPTER IX. A Discovery and a Chase

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

A ceia estava pronta, com cadeiras ao redor da mesa e bebidas no aparador. Tudo indicava que a parte mais alegre do dia estava prestes a começar.

Wardle pergunta onde está Rachael.

Pickwick também pergunta onde está Jingle.

Wardle percebe que não ouve Jingle há duas horas e pede que Emily toque a campainha.

Ela toca, e o menino gordo aparece.

Perguntam onde Rachael está, mas ele não sabe dizer.

Ele também não sabe onde Jingle está. Todos se surpreendem porque já passa das onze. Tupman ri em segredo, imaginando que os dois estão falando sobre ele.

Wardle diz que provavelmente voltarão logo e se recusa a atrasar o jantar por alguém.

Pickwick chama isso de excelente regra.

Wardle convida todos a se sentarem.

Pickwick concorda, e eles se sentam.

Um enorme pedaço de carne fria é servido. Quando Pickwick levanta o garfo, vozes altas vêm da cozinha. Ele e Wardle param de comer e se encaram.

Original English Version

The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours.

'Where's Rachael?' said Mr. Wardle.

'Ay, and Jingle?' added Mr. Pickwick.

'Dear me,' said the host, 'I wonder I haven't missed him before. Why, I don't think I've heard his voice for two hours at least. Emily, my dear, ring the bell.'

The bell was rung, and the fat boy appeared.

'Where's Miss Rachael?' He couldn't say.

'Where's Mr. Jingle, then?' He didn't know. Everybody looked surprised. It was late--past eleven o'clock. Mr. Tupman laughed in his sleeve. They were loitering somewhere, talking about him. Ha, ha! capital notion that--funny.

'Never mind,' said Wardle, after a short pause. 'They'll turn up presently, I dare say. I never wait supper for anybody.'

'Excellent rule, that,' said Mr. Pickwick--'admirable.'

'Pray, sit down,' said the host.

'Certainly' said Mr. Pickwick; and down they sat.

There was a gigantic round of cold beef on the table, and Mr. Pickwick was supplied with a plentiful portion of it. He had raised his fork to his lips, and was on the very point of opening his mouth for the reception of a piece of beef, when the hum of many voices suddenly arose in the kitchen. He paused, and laid down his fork. Mr. Wardle paused too, and insensibly released his hold of the carving-knife, which remained inserted in the beef. He looked at Mr. Pickwick. Mr. Pickwick looked at him.

Tradução Integral em Português

A ceia estava posta, as cadeiras haviam sido dispostas em torno da mesa, garrafas, jarros e copos achavam-se arranjados sobre o aparador, e tudo prenunciava a aproximação do período mais aprazível de todas as vinte e quatro horas.

- Onde está Rachael? - disse o Sr. Wardle.

- Pois é, e o Jingle? - acrescentou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Ora vejam - disse o anfitrião - , é de admirar que eu não tenha dado por falta dele antes. Pois não creio ter ouvido a voz dele há pelo menos duas horas. Emily, minha querida, toque a campainha.

A campainha foi tocada, e o menino gordo apareceu.

- Onde está a Srta. Rachael? - Ele não sabia dizer.

- Então onde está o Sr. Jingle? - Ele não sabia. Todos ficaram surpresos. Era tarde - passava das onze horas. O Sr. Tupman ria por dentro. Estavam remanchando em algum lugar, falando dele. Ah, ah! excelente ideia essa... engraçada.

- Não faz mal - disse Wardle, após breve pausa. - Hão de aparecer logo, com certeza. Nunca espero a ceia por ninguém.

- Excelente regra, essa - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - Admirável.

- Sentem-se, por favor - disse o anfitrião.

- Certamente - disse o Sr. Pickwick; e sentaram-se.

Havia sobre a mesa uma gigantesca peça de carne assada fria, e o Sr. Pickwick foi servido com farta porção dela. Erguera o garfo aos lábios e estava a ponto de abrir a boca para receber um pedaço de carne, quando o zumbido de muitas vozes de súbito se elevou na cozinha. Ele deteve-se e pousou o garfo. O Sr. Wardle também se deteve e, sem dar por isso, largou o trinchante, que ficou espetado na carne. Olhou para o Sr. Pickwick. O Sr. Pickwick olhou para ele.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Passos pesados se aproximam, e a porta se abre de repente. Um criado entra correndo com o menino gordo e todos os empregados da casa.

Wardle exige uma explicação com raiva.

A velha senhora pergunta se a chaminé da cozinha está pegando fogo.

As duas jovens dizem em voz alta que não.

Wardle grita novamente por uma explicação.

O homem tenta recuperar o fôlego antes de falar.

Ele diz que os dois foram embora completamente. Tupman larga a faca e o garfo e fica pálido.

Wardle pergunta com ferocidade quem foi embora.

O criado diz que Jingle e Rachael deixaram Muggleton juntos numa carruagem alugada. Não conseguiu detê-los, então voltou correndo com a notícia.

Tupman se levanta de repente. Diz que pagou as despesas de Jingle e lhe emprestou dez libras. Sentindo-se enganado, gira pela sala e exige justiça.

Pickwick observa os movimentos estranhos de Tupman com medo e acha que o amigo enlouqueceu.

Wardle manda colocar um cavalo em sua pequena carruagem. Planeja conseguir uma carruagem mais rápida no Blue Lion e seguir o casal. Depois pergunta com raiva onde está Joe.

Original English Version

Heavy footsteps were heard in the passage; the parlour door was suddenly burst open; and the man who had cleaned Mr. Pickwick's boots on his first arrival, rushed into the room, followed by the fat boy and all the domestics.

'What the devil's the meaning of this?' exclaimed the host.

'The kitchen chimney ain't a-fire, is it, Emma?' inquired the old lady.

'Lor, grandma! No,' screamed both the young ladies.

'What's the matter?' roared the master of the house.

The man gasped for breath, and faintly ejaculated--

'They ha' gone, mas'r!--gone right clean off, Sir!' (At this juncture Mr. Tupman was observed to lay down his knife and fork, and to turn very pale.)

'Who's gone?' said Mr. Wardle fiercely.

'Mus'r Jingle and Miss Rachael, in a po'-chay, from Blue Lion, Muggleton. I was there; but I couldn't stop 'em; so I run off to tell 'ee.'

'I paid his expenses!' said Mr. Tupman, jumping up frantically. 'He's got ten pounds of mine!--stop him!--he's swindled me!--I won't bear it!- -I'll have justice, Pickwick!--I won't stand it!' and with sundry incoherent exclamations of the like nature, the unhappy gentleman spun round and round the apartment, in a transport of frenzy.

'Lord preserve us!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, eyeing the extraordinary gestures of his friend with terrified surprise. 'He's gone mad! What shall we do?'

Do!' said the stout old host, who regarded only the last words of the sentence. 'Put the horse in the gig! I'll get a chaise at the Lion, and follow 'em instantly. Where?'--he exclaimed, as the man ran out to execute the commission--'where's that villain, Joe?'

Tradução Integral em Português

Passos pesados ouviram-se no corredor; a porta da saleta foi de súbito escancarada; e o homem que engraxara as botas do Sr. Pickwick por ocasião de sua primeira chegada precipitou-se para dentro do aposento, seguido pelo menino gordo e por toda a criadagem.

- Que diabo quer dizer isto? - exclamou o anfitrião.

- A chaminé da cozinha não pegou fogo, pegou, Emma? - indagou a velha senhora.

- Credo, vovó! Não - gritaram ambas as jovens.

- Que aconteceu? - bradou o dono da casa.

O homem arquejava em busca de fôlego e balbuciou debilmente -

- Fugiram, patrão! Fugiram de vez, senhor! - (Neste ponto notou-se que o Sr. Tupman pousava a faca e o garfo e empalidecia muito.)

- Quem fugiu? - disse o Sr. Wardle com fúria.

- O Sr. Jingle e a Srta. Rachael, numa sege de posta, do Leão Azul, em Muggleton. Eu estava lá; mas não pude detê-los; então saí correndo pra avisar o senhor.

- Eu paguei as despesas dele! - disse o Sr. Tupman, pondo-se de pé num salto frenético. - Ele está com dez libras minhas! Detenham-no! Ele me passou a perna! Não hei de suportar! Quero justiça, Pickwick! Não hei de tolerar isto! - E, com diversas exclamações incoerentes da mesma natureza, o infeliz cavalheiro rodopiou aos giros pelo aposento, num transporte de frenesi.

- Deus nos guarde! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick, contemplando os extraordinários gestos do amigo com aterrorizada surpresa. - Enlouqueceu! Que havemos de fazer?

- Fazer! - disse o robusto e velho anfitrião, que só atentou nas últimas palavras da frase. - Ponham o cavalo na charrete! Arranjo uma sege no Leão e vou atrás deles imediatamente. Onde - exclamou, enquanto o homem saía correndo para executar a incumbência - , onde está aquele patife do Joe?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O menino gordo diz que está ali, mas não quer estar.

Wardle corre em direção a Joe. Diz que Jingle pagou o menino para enganá-lo com a história falsa sobre Rachael e Tupman.

As mulheres gritam para Wardle parar enquanto Joe chora alto.

Wardle se recusa a ser segurado e manda Winkle e Pickwick soltá-lo.

O calmo Pickwick segura com força o anfitrião zangado pela cintura. As mulheres tiram Joe da sala. Assim que Pickwick solta Wardle, um criado anuncia que a carruagem está pronta.

As mulheres imploram que alguém acompanhe Wardle porque temem que ele mate alguém.

Pickwick se oferece para acompanhá-lo.

Wardle segura sua mão com gratidão. Manda Emma dar um xale a Pickwick e pede às jovens que cuidem da avó desmaiada.

Eles rapidamente enrolam um grande xale no rosto e pescoço de Pickwick, colocam seu chapéu e lhe entregam o casaco. Ele diz que está pronto.

Original English Version

'Here I am! but I hain't a willin,' replied a voice. It was the fat boy's.

'Let me get at him, Pickwick,' cried Wardle, as he rushed at the ill- starred youth. 'He was bribed by that scoundrel, Jingle, to put me on a wrong scent, by telling a cock-and-bull story of my sister and your friend Tupman!' (Here Mr. Tupman sank into a chair.) 'Let me get at him!'

'Don't let him!' screamed all the women, above whose exclamations the blubbering of the fat boy was distinctly audible.

'I won't be held!' cried the old man. 'Mr. Winkle, take your hands off. Mr. Pickwick, let me go, sir!'

It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. He had no sooner released his hold, than the man entered to announce that the gig was ready.

'Don't let him go alone!' screamed the females. 'He'll kill somebody!'

'I'll go with him,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'You're a good fellow, Pickwick,' said the host, grasping his hand. 'Emma, give Mr. Pickwick a shawl to tie round his neck--make haste. Look after your grandmother, girls; she has fainted away. Now then, are you ready?'

Mr. Pickwick's mouth and chin having been hastily enveloped in a large shawl, his hat having been put on his head, and his greatcoat thrown over his arm, he replied in the affirmative.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Aqui estou! mas eu não sou nenhum patife - replicou uma voz. Era a do menino gordo.

- Deixem-me chegar até ele, Pickwick - bradou Wardle, arremetendo contra o desventurado rapaz. - Foi subornado por aquele canalha do Jingle para me pôr numa pista falsa, contando uma história da carochinha sobre minha irmã e seu amigo Tupman! - (Neste ponto o Sr. Tupman deixou-se cair numa cadeira.) - Deixem-me chegar até ele!

- Não o deixem! - gritaram todas as mulheres, acima de cujas exclamações o choramingar do menino gordo era distintamente audível.

- Não me segurem! - bradou o velho. - Sr. Winkle, tire as mãos de cima de mim. Sr. Pickwick, solte-me, senhor!

Era um belo espetáculo, naquele momento de tumulto e confusão, contemplar a plácida e filosófica expressão do rosto do Sr. Pickwick, embora um tanto afogueado pelo esforço, ao ficar ele de braços firmemente cerrados em torno da vasta cintura do corpulento anfitrião, refreando assim a impetuosidade de sua ira, enquanto o menino gordo era arranhado, puxado e empurrado para fora do aposento por todas as mulheres ali congregadas. Mal soltara ele a presa, entrou o homem para anunciar que a charrete estava pronta.

- Não o deixem ir sozinho! - gritaram as mulheres. - Ele vai matar alguém!

- Eu vou com ele - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- O senhor é um bom sujeito, Pickwick - disse o anfitrião, apertando-lhe a mão. - Emma, dê ao Sr. Pickwick um xale para amarrar em volta do pescoço... depressa. Cuidem da avó de vocês, meninas; ela desmaiou. E então, está pronto?

Tendo a boca e o queixo do Sr. Pickwick sido apressadamente envolvidos num grande xale, tendo-lhe posto o chapéu na cabeça e atirado o sobretudo sobre o braço, ele respondeu afirmativamente.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Eles entram na pequena carruagem e correm por estradas rurais estreitas, saltando sobre buracos e batendo nas cercas.

No Blue Lion, Wardle pergunta quanto o casal está à frente.

Todos dizem que partiram menos de quarenta e cinco minutos antes.

Wardle pede imediatamente uma carruagem com quatro cavalos e manda que guardem seu veículo menor depois.

O dono da hospedaria manda os empregados do estábulo se apressarem.

Os trabalhadores correm por toda parte com lanternas. Os cavalos batem os cascos nas pedras do pátio, e a carruagem sai em meio a barulho e confusão.

Wardle pergunta com impaciência se a carruagem sairá naquela noite.

Um empregado diz que ela está atravessando o pátio.

A carruagem chega, os cavalos são presos, os cocheiros sobem, e os viajantes entram.

Wardle manda os cocheiros percorrerem sete milhas em menos de trinta minutos.

Ele manda que partam.

Os cocheiros usam chicotes e esporas enquanto todos gritam, e a carruagem parte em alta velocidade.

Pickwick pensa que essa é uma situação estranha para o líder do Clube Pickwick: numa carruagem molhada, com cavalos desconhecidos, viajando depressa à meia-noite.

Original English Version

They jumped into the gig. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment.

'How much are they ahead?' shouted Wardle, as they drove up to the door of the Blue Lion, round which a little crowd had collected, late as it was.

'Not above three-quarters of an hour,' was everybody's reply.

'Chaise-and-four directly!--out with 'em! Put up the gig afterwards.'

'Now, boys!' cried the landlord--'chaise-and-four out--make haste--look alive there!'

Away ran the hostlers and the boys. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle.

'Now then!--is that chaise coming out to-night?' cried Wardle.

'Coming down the yard now, Sir,' replied the hostler.

Out came the chaise--in went the horses--on sprang the boys--in got the travellers.

'Mind--the seven-mile stage in less than half an hour!' shouted Wardle.

'Off with you!'

The boys applied whip and spur, the waiters shouted, the hostlers cheered, and away they went, fast and furiously.

'Pretty situation,' thought Mr. Pickwick, when he had had a moment's time for reflection. 'Pretty situation for the general chairman of the Pickwick Club. Damp chaise--strange horses--fifteen miles an hour--and twelve o'clock at night!'

Tradução Integral em Português

Saltaram para dentro da charrete. - Solta as rédeas, Tom - bradou o anfitrião; e lá se foram, pelas estreitas veredas, sacolejando para dentro e para fora dos sulcos das carroças e batendo de encontro às cercas vivas de um lado e de outro, como se fossem despedaçar-se a cada instante.

- Quanto estão à nossa frente? - gritou Wardle, quando pararam à porta do Leão Azul, em torno da qual se juntara uma pequena multidão, por mais tarde que fosse.

- Não mais que três quartos de hora - foi a resposta de todos.

- Sege de quatro cavalos já! Tirem-nos para fora! A charrete a gente guarda depois.

- Vamos, rapazes! - bradou o taverneiro. - Sege de quatro cavalos lá fora... depressa... acordem, aí!

Lá se foram correndo os cavalariços e os rapazes. As lanternas bruxuleavam, enquanto os homens corriam de um lado para outro; os cascos dos cavalos ressoavam no calçamento irregular do pátio; a sege rangia ao ser puxada para fora da cocheira; e tudo era barulho e agitação.

- E então! aquela sege vai sair esta noite? - bradou Wardle.

- Já vem descendo o pátio, senhor - respondeu o cavalariço.

Saiu a sege - entraram os cavalos - subiram num salto os rapazes - meteram-se dentro os viajantes.

- Atenção... o trecho de sete milhas em menos de meia hora! - gritou Wardle.

- Toquem em frente!

Os rapazes aplicaram chicote e espora, os garçons gritaram, os cavalariços deram vivas, e lá se foram, veloz e furiosamente.

"Bela situação", pensou o Sr. Pickwick, quando teve um instante para refletir. "Bela situação para o presidente-geral do Clube Pickwick. Sege úmida... cavalos estranhos... vinte e cinco quilômetros por hora... e meia-noite!"

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Durante várias milhas, os dois homens ficam calados com seus pensamentos. Quando os cavalos aquecidos correm bem, a velocidade anima Pickwick e ele começa a falar.

Pickwick diz que acha que certamente alcançarão o casal.

Wardle diz que espera que sim.

Olhando para a lua brilhante, Pickwick diz que é uma bela noite.

Wardle diz que a lua ajudou o casal a fugir e logo desaparecerá, tornando a viagem deles mais difícil.

Pickwick pergunta se viajar tão depressa na escuridão será desagradável.

Wardle concorda secamente que provavelmente será.

A animação de Pickwick diminui quando considera os perigos da viagem. Então o grito alto de um cocheiro interrompe seus pensamentos.

O primeiro cocheiro grita para os cavalos.

O segundo cocheiro repete o grito.

Wardle coloca metade do corpo para fora da janela e se junta aos gritos.

Pickwick também grita sem saber por quê. Enquanto os quatro homens gritam, a carruagem para.

Pickwick pergunta o que há de errado.

Wardle diz que chegaram a um pedágio onde talvez consigam notícias dos fugitivos.

Original English Version

For the first three or four miles, not a word was spoken by either of the gentlemen, each being too much immersed in his own reflections to address any observations to his companion. When they had gone over that much ground, however, and the horses getting thoroughly warmed began to do their work in really good style, Mr. Pickwick became too much exhilarated with the rapidity of the motion, to remain any longer perfectly mute.

'We're sure to catch them, I think,' said he.

'Hope so,' replied his companion.

'Fine night,' said Mr. Pickwick, looking up at the moon, which was shining brightly.

'So much the worse,' returned Wardle; 'for they'll have had all the advantage of the moonlight to get the start of us, and we shall lose it. It will have gone down in another hour.'

'It will be rather unpleasant going at this rate in the dark, won't it?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'I dare say it will,' replied his friend dryly.

Mr. Pickwick's temporary excitement began to sober down a little, as he reflected upon the inconveniences and dangers of the expedition in which he had so thoughtlessly embarked. He was roused by a loud shouting of the post-boy on the leader.

'Yo-yo-yo-yo-yoe!' went the first boy.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' went the second.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' chimed in old Wardle himself, most lustily, with his head and half his body out of the coach window.

'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' shouted Mr. Pickwick, taking up the burden of the cry, though he had not the slightest notion of its meaning or object. And amidst the yo-yoing of the whole four, the chaise stopped.

'What's the matter?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'There's a gate here,' replied old Wardle. 'We shall hear something of the fugitives.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Durante as primeiras três ou quatro milhas, nem uma palavra foi trocada por qualquer dos cavalheiros, achando-se cada qual demasiado imerso nas próprias reflexões para dirigir observação alguma ao companheiro. Depois de terem percorrido, porém, todo esse trecho, e começando os cavalos, já bem aquecidos, a fazer seu serviço com estilo deveras excelente, o Sr. Pickwick sentiu-se por demais entusiasmado com a rapidez do movimento para permanecer por mais tempo perfeitamente mudo.

- Havemos de alcançá-los, creio eu - disse ele.

- Assim espero - respondeu o companheiro.

- Bela noite - disse o Sr. Pickwick, erguendo os olhos para a lua, que brilhava intensamente.

- Tanto pior - retrucou Wardle. - Pois eles terão tido toda a vantagem do luar para tomar a dianteira, e nós a perderemos. Dentro de mais uma hora ela terá se posto.

- Será um tanto desagradável viajar a esta velocidade no escuro, não é? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Creio que sim - respondeu o amigo secamente.

A empolgação passageira do Sr. Pickwick começou a serenar um pouco, ao refletir ele sobre os inconvenientes e perigos da expedição em que tão irrefletidamente se lançara. Foi despertado por um alto brado do postilhão montado no cavalo da frente.

- Iô-iô-iô-iô-iôe! - fez o primeiro rapaz.

- Iô-iô-iô-iôe! - fez o segundo.

- Iô-iô-iô-iôe! - juntou-se o próprio velho Wardle, com toda a força, a cabeça e meio corpo para fora da janela da sege.

- Iô-iô-iô-iôe! - gritou o Sr. Pickwick, entoando o refrão do brado, embora não tivesse a mais leve noção de seu significado ou propósito. E, em meio ao iô-iôar dos quatro, a sege parou.

- Que aconteceu? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Há uma cancela aqui - respondeu o velho Wardle. - Havemos de saber alguma coisa dos fugitivos.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Depois de cinco minutos batendo e gritando, um velho sai da casa do pedágio e abre o portão.

Wardle pergunta há quanto tempo uma carruagem alugada passou.

O velho repete a pergunta.

Wardle confirma.

O velho diz que não foi há muito nem há pouco tempo, mas em algum momento entre os dois.

Wardle pergunta se alguma carruagem passou.

O homem diz que sim.

Pickwick pergunta se ela passou uma hora antes.

O homem diz que talvez seja verdade.

Um cocheiro pergunta se foi duas horas antes.

O velho diz que isso também pode ser verdade.

Irritado, Wardle manda os cocheiros seguirem e chama o velho de idiota.

O velho sorri porque fez com que perdessem dez minutos e não deu informação alguma. Brinca que jamais alcançarão a outra carruagem.

Eles continuam depressa enquanto a lua desaparece atrás das nuvens de tempestade. Chuva e vento forte chegam. Pickwick se enrola no casaco e dorme até a carruagem parar para trocar os cavalos.

Original English Version

After a lapse of five minutes, consumed in incessant knocking and shouting, an old man in his shirt and trousers emerged from the turnpike-house, and opened the gate.

'How long is it since a post-chaise went through here?' inquired Mr. Wardle.

'How long?'

'Ah!'

'Why, I don't rightly know. It worn't a long time ago, nor it worn't a short time ago--just between the two, perhaps.'

'Has any chaise been by at all?'

'Oh, yes, there's been a chay by.'

'How long ago, my friend,' interposed Mr. Pickwick; 'an hour?'

'Ah, I dare say it might be,' replied the man.

'Or two hours?' inquired the post--boy on the wheeler.

'Well, I shouldn't wonder if it was,' returned the old man doubtfully.

'Drive on, boys,' cried the testy old gentleman; 'don't waste any more time with that old idiot!'

'Idiot!' exclaimed the old man with a grin, as he stood in the middle of the road with the gate half-closed, watching the chaise which rapidly diminished in the increasing distance. 'No--not much o' that either; you've lost ten minutes here, and gone away as wise as you came, arter all. If every man on the line as has a guinea give him, earns it half as well, you won't catch t'other chay this side Mich'lmas, old short-and- fat.' And with another prolonged grin, the old man closed the gate, re- entered his house, and bolted the door after him.

Meanwhile the chaise proceeded, without any slackening of pace, towards the conclusion of the stage. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Mr. Pickwick drew his coat closer about him, coiled himself more snugly up into the corner of the chaise, and fell into a sound sleep, from which he was only awakened by the stopping of the vehicle, the sound of the hostler's bell, and a loud cry of 'Horses on directly!'

Tradução Integral em Português

Passados uns cinco minutos, consumidos em incessantes batidas e gritos, um velho em camisa e calças emergiu da casa da barreira e abriu a cancela.

- Há quanto tempo passou por aqui uma sege de posta? - indagou o Sr. Wardle.

- Há quanto tempo?

- Sim!

- Ora, não sei bem ao certo. Não faz muito tempo, nem faz pouco tempo... bem no meio dos dois, talvez.

- Chegou a passar alguma sege, afinal?

- Ah, sim, passou uma sege por aqui, sim.

- Há quanto tempo, meu amigo? - interpôs o Sr. Pickwick. - Uma hora?

- Ah, bem que pode ter sido - respondeu o homem.

- Ou duas horas? - indagou o postilhão do cavalo de trás.

- Bom, não me admiraria se fosse - retrucou o velho, com ar de dúvida.

- Toca em frente, rapazes - bradou o irritadiço velho cavalheiro. - Não percam mais tempo com esse velho idiota!

- Idiota! - exclamou o velho com um sorriso maroto, parado no meio da estrada com a cancela meio fechada, olhando a sege que rapidamente diminuía na distância cada vez maior. - Não... também não tanto assim; o senhor perdeu dez minutos aqui e foi embora tão sabido quanto chegou, afinal de contas. Se todo homem da estrada que recebe um guinéu o ganhasse com a metade do meu jeito, o senhor não pegava a outra sege deste lado do São Miguel, seu baixote e gordo. - E, com outro prolongado sorriso maroto, o velho fechou a cancela, voltou a entrar em casa e passou o ferrolho atrás de si.

Entrementes, a sege prosseguia, sem nenhum abrandamento de marcha, para o fim do trecho. A lua, como Wardle predissera, minguava rapidamente; grandes camadas de nuvens escuras e pesadas, que gradualmente vinham cobrindo o céu havia algum tempo, formavam agora uma única massa negra por cima das cabeças; e grossas gotas de chuva, que de quando em quando repicavam contra as janelas da sege, pareciam advertir os viajantes da rápida aproximação de uma noite tempestuosa. O vento, também, que soprava diretamente contra eles, varria em furiosas rajadas a estreita estrada e uivava lugubremente por entre as árvores que ladeavam o caminho. O Sr. Pickwick apertou o casaco em torno do corpo, enroscou-se mais aconchegadamente no canto da sege e caiu num sono profundo, do qual só foi despertado pela parada do veículo, o som da sineta do cavalariço e um alto brado de "Cavalos já!".

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Outros atrasos acontecem. É difícil acordar os rapazes, a chave do estábulo está perdida, e os empregados colocam o equipamento errado nos cavalos. Wardle pressiona todos até a carruagem ficar pronta.

Eles percorrem quinze milhas difíceis na escuridão, com vento e chuva forte. Quase duas horas depois, chegam à próxima parada e veem algo que recupera sua esperança.

Wardle salta para fora, aponta para uma carruagem coberta de lama molhada e pergunta quando ela chegou.

O empregado do estábulo diz que ela chegou menos de quinze minutos antes.

Wardle pergunta sem fôlego se ela levava uma dama e um cavalheiro.

O empregado diz que sim.

Wardle descreve Jingle como alto, magro, de pernas longas e usando um casaco formal.

O empregado confirma a descrição.

Wardle descreve Rachael como uma mulher mais velha e de rosto magro.

Novamente, o empregado diz que sim.

Wardle diz animado a Pickwick que é o casal.

O empregado diz que teriam chegado antes, mas parte do equipamento da carruagem quebrou.

Original English Version

But here another delay occurred. The boys were sleeping with such mysterious soundness, that it took five minutes a-piece to wake them. The hostler had somehow or other mislaid the key of the stable, and even when that was found, two sleepy helpers put the wrong harness on the wrong horses, and the whole process of harnessing had to be gone through afresh. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties.

They resumed their journey; and certainly the prospect before them was by no means encouraging. The stage was fifteen miles long, the night was dark, the wind high, and the rain pouring in torrents. It was impossible to make any great way against such obstacles united; it was hard upon one o'clock already; and nearly two hours were consumed in getting to the end of the stage. Here, however, an object presented itself, which rekindled their hopes, and reanimated their drooping spirits.

'When did this chaise come in?' cried old Wardle, leaping out of his own vehicle, and pointing to one covered with wet mud, which was standing in the yard.

'Not a quarter of an hour ago, sir,' replied the hostler, to whom the question was addressed.

'Lady and gentleman?' inquired Wardle, almost breathless with impatience.

'Yes, sir.'

'Tall gentleman--dress-coat--long legs--thin body?'

'Yes, sir.'

'Elderly lady--thin face--rather skinny--eh?'

'Yes, sir.'

'By heavens, it's the couple, Pickwick,' exclaimed the old gentleman.

'Would have been here before,' said the hostler, 'but they broke a trace.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Mas aqui ocorreu outra demora. Os rapazes dormiam com tão misteriosa profundidade que se levou cinco minutos para acordar cada um. O cavalariço, de um modo ou de outro, extraviara a chave da estrebaria; e, mesmo depois de encontrada, dois ajudantes sonolentos puseram os arreios errados nos cavalos errados, e todo o processo de arrear teve de ser refeito do começo. Tivesse o Sr. Pickwick estado sozinho, esses obstáculos multiplicados teriam posto fim à perseguição de uma vez, mas o velho Wardle não era homem de se deixar abater com tal facilidade; e ele lidou com tão cordial empenho, esbofeteando este homem e empurrando aquele, apertando uma fivela aqui e encurtando um elo ali, que a sege ficou pronta em muito menos tempo do que razoavelmente se poderia esperar, diante de tantas dificuldades.

Retomaram a viagem; e por certo a perspectiva à sua frente não era nada animadora. O trecho tinha quinze milhas de comprimento, a noite estava escura, o vento, forte, e a chuva caía em torrentes. Era impossível avançar muito contra tais obstáculos reunidos; já passava de uma hora; e quase duas horas se consumiram até chegar ao fim do trecho. Aqui, porém, apresentou-se um objeto que reacendeu suas esperanças e reanimou seus alquebrados espíritos.

- Quando chegou esta sege? - bradou o velho Wardle, saltando do próprio veículo e apontando para uma toda coberta de lama úmida, que estava parada no pátio.

- Não faz nem um quarto de hora, senhor - respondeu o cavalariço, a quem a pergunta se dirigia.

- Uma dama e um cavalheiro? - indagou Wardle, quase sem fôlego de impaciência.

- Sim, senhor.

- Cavalheiro alto... casaca... pernas compridas... corpo magro?

- Sim, senhor.

- Dama de certa idade... rosto fino... um tanto ossuda... hein?

- Sim, senhor.

- Pelos céus, é o casal, Pickwick - exclamou o velho cavalheiro.

- Teriam chegado antes - disse o cavalariço - , mas partiram um tirante.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle sabe que podem alcançá-los antes da próxima parada. Oferece um guinéu a cada cocheiro e pede imediatamente uma carruagem com quatro cavalos.

Wardle corre pelo pátio pedindo que todos se apressem. O animado Pickwick também tenta ajudar, mas só fica preso nos equipamentos e atrapalha.

Wardle entra na carruagem e chama Pickwick. Antes que Pickwick entenda, Wardle o puxa e um empregado o empurra para dentro. Eles partem novamente.

Wardle comemora a velocidade. Os movimentos constantes lançam Pickwick contra as paredes da carruagem e seu companheiro.

Wardle manda Pickwick se segurar quando ele cai de cabeça contra seu corpo.

Pickwick diz que nunca sentiu movimentos tão violentos.

Wardle diz que isso não importa porque a viagem terminará em breve.

Pickwick se prende com firmeza num canto enquanto a carruagem corre ainda mais depressa.

Depois de três milhas, Wardle olha pela janela, puxa o rosto molhado para dentro e exclama animado.

Original English Version

''Tis them!' said Wardle, 'it is, by Jove! Chaise-and-four instantly! We shall catch them yet before they reach the next stage. A guinea a-piece, boys-be alive there--bustle about--there's good fellows.'

And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey.

'Jump in--jump in!' cried old Wardle, climbing into the chaise, pulling up the steps, and slamming the door after him. 'Come along! Make haste!' And before Mr. Pickwick knew precisely what he was about, he felt himself forced in at the other door, by one pull from the old gentleman and one push from the hostler; and off they were again.

'Ah! we are moving now,' said the old gentleman exultingly. They were indeed, as was sufficiently testified to Mr. Pickwick, by his constant collision either with the hard wood-work of the chaise, or the body of his companion.

'Hold up!' said the stout old Mr. Wardle, as Mr. Pickwick dived head foremost into his capacious waistcoat.

'I never did feel such a jolting in my life,' said Mr. Pickwick.

'Never mind,' replied his companion, 'it will soon be over. Steady, steady.'

Mr. Pickwick planted himself into his own corner, as firmly as he could; and on whirled the chaise faster than ever.

They had travelled in this way about three miles, when Mr. Wardle, who had been looking out of the Window for two or three minutes, suddenly drew in his face, covered with splashes, and exclaimed in breathless eagerness--

Tradução Integral em Português

- São eles! - disse Wardle. - São, com mil demônios! Sege de quatro cavalos já! Ainda os pegamos antes que cheguem ao próximo trecho. Um guinéu para cada um, rapazes... mexam-se aí... andem depressa... isso, bons rapazes.

E, com tais admoestações, o velho cavalheiro corria de um lado para outro do pátio, azafamado, num estado de agitação que se comunicou também ao Sr. Pickwick; e sob cuja influência esse cavalheiro se meteu em complicadas confusões com os arreios e se enredou entre cavalos e rodas de seges do modo mais surpreendente, acreditando firmemente que, assim procedendo, adiantava materialmente os preparativos para retomarem a viagem.

- Suba... suba! - bradou o velho Wardle, trepando na sege, recolhendo os degraus e batendo a porta atrás de si. - Vamos! Depressa! - E, antes que o Sr. Pickwick soubesse ao certo o que fazia, sentiu-se enfiado para dentro pela outra porta, com um puxão do velho cavalheiro e um empurrão do cavalariço; e lá se foram outra vez.

- Ah! agora sim estamos andando - disse o velho cavalheiro, exultante. E de fato estavam, como suficientemente atestava ao Sr. Pickwick sua constante colisão ora com a dura madeira da sege, ora com o corpo do companheiro.

- Aguente firme! - disse o robusto e velho Sr. Wardle, quando o Sr. Pickwick mergulhou de cabeça em seu vasto colete.

- Nunca senti tamanho sacolejo em minha vida - disse o Sr. Pickwick.

- Não faz mal - respondeu o companheiro - , logo passa. Firme, firme.

O Sr. Pickwick fincou-se em seu próprio canto, tão firmemente quanto pôde; e a sege disparou, mais veloz do que nunca.

Haviam viajado desse modo cerca de três milhas, quando o Sr. Wardle, que estivera a olhar pela janela por dois ou três minutos, de súbito recolheu o rosto, coberto de respingos, e exclamou, arquejante de ansiedade -

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle diz que encontraram o casal.

Pickwick olha para fora e vê outra carruagem de quatro cavalos correndo a pouca distância à frente.

Wardle grita pedindo mais velocidade e oferece dois guinéus a cada cocheiro se impedirem a outra carruagem de fugir.

Os cavalos da primeira carruagem correm na velocidade máxima, e os de Wardle avançam furiosamente atrás.

Wardle diz com raiva que consegue ver a cabeça de Jingle.

Pickwick concorda que é Jingle.

O Sr. Pickwick estava certo. Pela janela da carruagem, podia ver o rosto de Jingle coberto pela lama levantada das rodas. Jingle gesticulava para os cocheiros, pedindo que fossem mais depressa.

A perseguição ficou muito emocionante enquanto campos e árvores pareciam voar. Pickwick e Wardle chegaram ao lado da carruagem de Jingle. Wardle gritou insultos e balançou o punho, mas Jingle apenas sorriu. Mandou os cavalos avançarem, e eles galoparam mais depressa, deixando os perseguidores para trás.

Pickwick e Wardle mal tinham colocado a cabeça para dentro quando um choque violento os lançou para a frente. Algo atingiu a carruagem, uma roda saiu rolando e o veículo tombou.

Original English Version

'Here they are!'

Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of his window. Yes: there was a chaise- and-four, a short distance before them, dashing along at full gallop.

'Go on, go on,' almost shrieked the old gentleman. 'Two guineas a-piece, boys--don't let 'em gain on us--keep it up--keep it up.'

The horses in the first chaise started on at their utmost speed; and those in Mr. Wardle's galloped furiously behind them.

'I see his head,' exclaimed the choleric old man; 'damme, I see his head.'

'So do I' said Mr. Pickwick; 'that's he.'

Mr. Pickwick was not mistaken. The countenance of Mr. Jingle, completely coated with mud thrown up by the wheels, was plainly discernible at the window of his chaise; and the motion of his arm, which was waving violently towards the postillions, denoted that he was encouraging them to increased exertion.

The interest was intense. Fields, trees, and hedges, seemed to rush past them with the velocity of a whirlwind, so rapid was the pace at which they tore along. They were close by the side of the first chaise. Jingle's voice could be plainly heard, even above the din of the wheels, urging on the boys. Old Mr. Wardle foamed with rage and excitement. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind.

Mr. Pickwick had just drawn in his head, and Mr. Wardle, exhausted with shouting, had done the same, when a tremendous jolt threw them forward against the front of the vehicle. There was a sudden bump--a loud crash- -away rolled a wheel, and over went the chaise.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Lá estão eles!

O Sr. Pickwick enfiou a cabeça para fora da janela. Sim: lá estava uma sege de quatro cavalos, a curta distância à frente deles, disparando a todo galope.

- Vão em frente, vão em frente - quase guinchou o velho cavalheiro. - Dois guinéus para cada um, rapazes... não os deixem ganhar distância... firme aí... firme aí.

Os cavalos da primeira sege dispararam a toda a velocidade; e os da sege do Sr. Wardle galopavam furiosamente atrás deles.

- Vejo a cabeça dele - exclamou o colérico velho. - Com mil demônios, vejo a cabeça dele.

- Eu também - disse o Sr. Pickwick. - É ele.

O Sr. Pickwick não se enganava. O semblante do Sr. Jingle, completamente encardido de lama atirada pelas rodas, era claramente discernível à janela de sua sege; e o movimento de seu braço, que acenava violentamente na direção dos postilhões, indicava que ele os incitava a esforço redobrado.

O interesse era intenso. Campos, árvores e cercas vivas pareciam passar por eles voando com a velocidade de um turbilhão, tão rápido era o ritmo em que rasgavam a estrada. Estavam bem ao lado da primeira sege. A voz de Jingle podia ser claramente ouvida, mesmo acima do estrondo das rodas, açulando os rapazes. O velho Sr. Wardle espumava de raiva e agitação. Bradava canalhas e patifes às dúzias, cerrava o punho e o sacudia expressivamente em direção ao objeto de sua indignação; mas o Sr. Jingle apenas respondia com um sorriso desdenhoso e retrucava às suas ameaças com um grito de triunfo, enquanto seus cavalos, respondendo à aplicação redobrada de chicote e espora, romperam num galope mais veloz e deixaram os perseguidores para trás.

O Sr. Pickwick acabara de recolher a cabeça, e o Sr. Wardle, exausto de gritar, fizera o mesmo, quando um tremendo solavanco os arremessou para a frente, contra a dianteira do veículo. Houve uma súbita pancada... um alto estrondo... lá rolou uma roda, e a sege tombou.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Durante vários segundos confusos, Pickwick ouviu cavalos assustados e vidros se quebrando. Alguém o puxou dos destroços. Depois de ficar em pé, libertou a cabeça do casaco, ajeitou os óculos e viu todo o desastre.

Wardle estava ao lado dele sem chapéu e com as roupas rasgadas. Pedaços da carruagem estavam espalhados, enquanto os cocheiros enlameados seguravam os cavalos soltos. A carruagem de Jingle parara cerca de cem jardas adiante. Seus cocheiros riam, e Jingle observava os destroços com prazer na luz cinzenta da manhã.

O descarado Jingle gritou perguntando se alguém se machucara. Brincou dizendo que senhores mais velhos e pesados tornavam aquilo perigoso.

Wardle gritou que Jingle era um criminoso.

Jingle riu e apontou para dentro da carruagem. Disse que Rachael estava bem, enviava cumprimentos e não queria que Wardle se preocupasse. Chamando Tupman de "Tuppy" para zombar dele, convidou os homens a viajarem atrás antes de mandar os cocheiros seguirem.

Os cocheiros partiram novamente. Enquanto a carruagem desaparecia, Jingle balançava um lenço branco pela janela para zombar deles.

Original English Version

After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view.

Old Mr. Wardle without a hat, and his clothes torn in several places, stood by his side, and the fragments of the chaise lay scattered at their feet. The post-boys, who had succeeded in cutting the traces, were standing, disfigured with mud and disordered by hard riding, by the horses' heads. About a hundred yards in advance was the other chaise, which had pulled up on hearing the crash. The postillions, each with a broad grin convulsing his countenance, were viewing the adverse party from their saddles, and Mr. Jingle was contemplating the wreck from the coach window, with evident satisfaction. The day was just breaking, and the whole scene was rendered perfectly visible by the grey light of the morning.

'Hollo!' shouted the shameless Jingle, 'anybody damaged?--elderly gentlemen--no light weights--dangerous work--very.'

'You're a rascal,' roared Wardle.

'Ha! ha!' replied Jingle; and then he added, with a knowing wink, and a jerk of the thumb towards the interior of the chaise--'I say--she's very well--desires her compliments--begs you won't trouble yourself--love to _Tuppy_--won't you get up behind?--drive on, boys.'

The postillions resumed their proper attitudes, and away rattled the chaise, Mr. Jingle fluttering in derision a white handkerchief from the coach window.

Tradução Integral em Português

Após pouquíssimos segundos de aturdimento e confusão, em que nada se distinguia além do escoicear dos cavalos e do quebrar de vidros, o Sr. Pickwick sentiu-se violentamente arrancado de entre os escombros da sege; e, assim que se pôs de pé e desvencilhou a cabeça das abas do sobretudo, que muito prejudicavam a utilidade de seus óculos, todo o alcance do desastre lhe surgiu à vista.

O velho Sr. Wardle, sem chapéu e com as roupas rasgadas em vários pontos, estava a seu lado, e os fragmentos da sege jaziam espalhados a seus pés. Os postilhões, que haviam conseguido cortar os tirantes, estavam de pé, desfigurados de lama e desalinhados pela dura cavalgada, junto às cabeças dos cavalos. A cerca de cem jardas adiante estava a outra sege, que parara ao ouvir o estrondo. Os postilhões, cada qual com um largo sorriso a convulsionar-lhe o semblante, contemplavam o partido adverso de suas selas, e o Sr. Jingle observava os destroços da janela da sege, com evidente satisfação. O dia apenas raiava, e toda a cena tornava-se perfeitamente visível à luz cinzenta da manhã.

- Olá! - gritou o desavergonhado Jingle. - Alguém machucado? cavalheiros idosos... nada leves... trabalho perigoso... deveras.

- Você é um patife - bradou Wardle.

- Ah! ah! - replicou Jingle; e então acrescentou, com uma piscadela maliciosa e um aceno do polegar em direção ao interior da sege: - Escuta... ela está muito bem... manda cumprimentos... pede que não se incomode... lembranças ao _Tuppy_... não quer ir agarrado atrás? toquem em frente, rapazes.

Os postilhões retomaram suas posições, e lá se foi a sege chocalhando, agitando o Sr. Jingle, em escárnio, um lenço branco pela janela da sege.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Nem o acidente perturbara a natureza calma de Pickwick. Mas Jingle tomara dinheiro emprestado do leal Tupman e depois o insultara chamando-o de "Tuppy". Aquilo era demais. Pickwick respirou com força, ficou vermelho e começou a falar lentamente.

Pickwick declarou: - Se eu encontrar aquele homem novamente, eu vou...

Wardle o interrompeu. Disse que ameaças eram inúteis, pois Jingle e Rachael poderiam conseguir uma licença e se casar em Londres enquanto eles ficavam conversando.

Pickwick controlou sua raiva. Então Wardle perguntou a um dos cocheiros qual era a distância até a parada seguinte.

Um cocheiro perguntou a Tom se eram seis milhas.

Tom respondeu que era um pouco mais longe.

O primeiro cocheiro disse a Wardle que eram pouco mais de seis milhas.

Wardle disse que não havia outra solução e que precisavam caminhar.

O nobre Pickwick concordou que não havia outra escolha.

Mandaram um cocheiro a cavalo na frente para encontrar outra carruagem e cavalos. O outro ficou com os destroços. Pickwick e Wardle enrolaram cachecóis no pescoço, abaixaram os chapéus e iniciaram corajosamente a caminhada de seis milhas quando a chuva forte voltou.

Original English Version

Nothing in the whole adventure, not even the upset, had disturbed the calm and equable current of Mr. Pickwick's temper. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. He drew his breath hard, and coloured up to the very tips of his spectacles, as he said, slowly and emphatically--

'If ever I meet that man again, I'll--'

'Yes, yes,' interrupted Wardle, 'that's all very well; but while we stand talking here, they'll get their licence, and be married in London.'

Mr. Pickwick paused, bottled up his vengeance, and corked it down. 'How far is it to the next stage?' inquired Mr. Wardle, of one of the boys.

'Six mile, ain't it, Tom?'

'Rayther better.'

'Rayther better nor six mile, Sir.'

'Can't be helped,' said Wardle, 'we must walk it, Pickwick.'

'No help for it,' replied that truly great man.

So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down.

Tradução Integral em Português

Nada em toda a aventura, nem mesmo o tombo, havia perturbado o calmo e sereno curso do temperamento do Sr. Pickwick. A vilania, contudo, de primeiro tomar dinheiro emprestado de seu fiel seguidor e depois abreviar-lhe o nome para "Tuppy", era mais do que ele podia suportar com paciência. Respirou fundo e corou até a própria ponta dos óculos, ao dizer, lenta e enfaticamente -

- Se algum dia eu tornar a encontrar aquele homem, hei de... -

- Sim, sim - interrompeu Wardle - , isso está muito bem; mas enquanto ficamos aqui de conversa, eles vão obter a licença e casar-se em Londres.

O Sr. Pickwick deteve-se, engarrafou sua vingança e a arrolhou. - A que distância fica o próximo trecho? - indagou o Sr. Wardle a um dos rapazes.

- Seis milhas, não é, Tom?

- Um bocado mais.

- Um bocado mais que seis milhas, senhor.

- Não há remédio - disse Wardle - , temos de ir a pé, Pickwick.

- Não há remédio - respondeu aquele homem deveras grandioso.

Assim, mandando à frente um dos rapazes a cavalo, para conseguir uma sege e cavalos novos, e deixando o outro para trás a fim de cuidar da sege quebrada, o Sr. Pickwick e o Sr. Wardle puseram-se corajosamente a caminho a pé, amarrando primeiro os xales em torno do pescoço e enterrando os chapéus na cabeça para escapar o mais possível ao dilúvio de chuva, que, após uma leve trégua, começara de novo a despejar-se com força.

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CHAPTER X. Clearing Up All Doubts (if Any Existed) of the Disinterestedness of Mr. a. Jingle's Character

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Londres ainda tinha várias hospedarias antigas que antes atendiam famosas carruagens de passageiros. Agora eram principalmente paradas para carroças do campo. Esses prédios fortes e escuros não ficavam nas avenidas modernas. Um visitante precisava procurar em partes tranquilas e escondidas da cidade para encontrá-los entre construções mais novas.

Cerca de seis antigas hospedarias permaneciam sem mudanças no Borough. Eram construções grandes e estranhas, cheias de galerias, corredores e largas escadas antigas. Pareciam apropriadas para centenas de histórias de fantasmas, embora a velha London Bridge já tivesse incontáveis lendas consideradas verdadeiras.

Cedo na manhã seguinte, um homem limpava botas no pátio da famosa hospedaria White Hart. Usava colete listrado e grosseiro, calças cinzentas, lenço vermelho solto e um velho chapéu branco inclinado para o lado. Diante dele havia uma fileira de botas limpas e outra de botas sujas. Sempre que terminava um par, parava para admirar o trabalho.

Original English Version

There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. The reader would look in vain for any of these ancient hostelries, among the Golden Crosses and Bull and Mouths, which rear their stately fronts in the improved streets of London. If he would light upon any of these old places, he must direct his steps to the obscurer quarters of the town, and there in some secluded nooks he will find several, still standing with a kind of gloomy sturdiness, amidst the modern innovations which surround them.

In the Borough especially, there still remain some half-dozen old inns, which have preserved their external features unchanged, and which have escaped alike the rage for public improvement and the encroachments of private speculation. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side.

It was in the yard of one of these inns--of no less celebrated a one than the White Hart--that a man was busily employed in brushing the dirt off a pair of boots, early on the morning succeeding the events narrated in the last chapter. He was habited in a coarse, striped waistcoat, with black calico sleeves, and blue glass buttons; drab breeches and leggings. A bright red handkerchief was wound in a very loose and unstudied style round his neck, and an old white hat was carelessly thrown on one side of his head. There were two rows of boots before him, one cleaned and the other dirty, and at every addition he made to the clean row, he paused from his work, and contemplated its results with evident satisfaction.

Tradução Integral em Português

Há em Londres várias hospedarias antigas, outrora quartel-general de diligências célebres, nos dias em que as diligências faziam suas viagens de maneira mais grave e mais solene do que fazem hoje em dia; mas que agora degeneraram em pouco mais do que pousos e postos de reserva para as carroças do interior. O leitor buscaria em vão qualquer uma dessas antigas estalagens entre as Golden Crosses e as Bull and Mouth, que erguem suas fachadas imponentes nas ruas melhoradas de Londres. Se quisesse dar com algum desses velhos lugares, teria de dirigir os passos para os bairros mais obscuros da cidade, e ali, em alguns recantos apartados, encontraria vários, ainda de pé, com uma espécie de robustez sombria, em meio às inovações modernas que os cercam.

No Borough, em especial, ainda restam umas meia dúzia de velhas hospedarias que preservaram inalteradas as feições externas e que escaparam tanto à fúria do melhoramento público quanto às investidas da especulação privada. São lugares grandes, desconjuntados e esquisitos, com galerias, corredores e escadarias amplos o bastante e vetustos o bastante para fornecer material a uma centena de histórias de fantasmas, supondo que algum dia viéssemos a ser reduzidos à lamentável necessidade de inventar alguma, e que o mundo durasse o suficiente para esgotar as inumeráveis e verídicas lendas ligadas à velha Ponte de Londres e às suas vizinhanças do lado de Surrey.

Foi no pátio de uma dessas hospedarias - nada menos célebre que o White Hart - que um homem se ocupava atarefado em escovar a sujeira de um par de botas, na manhã que se seguiu aos acontecimentos narrados no capítulo anterior. Trajava um colete grosseiro de listras, com mangas de fustão preto e botões de vidro azul; calções cor de barro e polainas. Um lenço vermelho vivo estava enrolado, de modo muito frouxo e descuidado, em torno do pescoço, e um velho chapéu branco fora jogado com desleixo sobre um lado da cabeça. Havia diante dele duas fileiras de botas, uma limpa e outra suja, e a cada acréscimo que fazia à fileira limpa, interrompia o trabalho e contemplava o resultado com evidente satisfação.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O pátio da hospedaria estava estranhamente quieto. Grandes carroças carregadas ficavam sob um teto alto, e outra esperava no espaço aberto. Galerias e escadas antigas cercavam o pátio, com fileiras de sinos perto do bar. Pequenas carruagens descansavam sob abrigos, cavalos se moviam perto do estábulo e vários jovens trabalhadores dormiam sobre pacotes e palha. Assim estava a White Hart naquela manhã.

Um sino tocou alto. Uma camareira bem-arrumada apareceu na galeria superior, bateu numa porta, ouviu o hóspede e depois chamou por cima do corrimão.

Ela chamou: - Sam!

O homem de chapéu branco respondeu.

A camareira disse que o hóspede do quarto vinte e dois queria suas botas.

Sam mandou que ela perguntasse se o hóspede queria as botas naquele momento ou preferia esperar até estarem prontas.

A jovem disse com suavidade para Sam não ser tolo, pois o cavalheiro queria as botas imediatamente.

Sam brincou com a voz alta dela, depois apontou para onze pares de botas e um sapato pertencente a um homem com perna de madeira. Todos estavam prometidos para horários exatos. Recusou-se a colocar o quarto vinte e dois em primeiro lugar, dizendo que todos deviam esperar sua vez, como prisioneiros esperando um carrasco.

Original English Version

The yard presented none of that bustle and activity which are the usual characteristics of a large coach inn. Three or four lumbering wagons, each with a pile of goods beneath its ample canopy, about the height of the second-floor window of an ordinary house, were stowed away beneath a lofty roof which extended over one end of the yard; and another, which was probably to commence its journey that morning, was drawn out into the open space. A double tier of bedroom galleries, with old clumsy balustrades, ran round two sides of the straggling area, and a double row of bells to correspond, sheltered from the weather by a little sloping roof, hung over the door leading to the bar and coffee-room. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. When we add that a few boys in smock-frocks were lying asleep on heavy packages, wool-packs, and other articles that were scattered about on heaps of straw, we have described as fully as need be the general appearance of the yard of the White Hart Inn, High Street, Borough, on the particular morning in question.

A loud ringing of one of the bells was followed by the appearance of a smart chambermaid in the upper sleeping gallery, who, after tapping at one of the doors, and receiving a request from within, called over the balustrades--

'Sam!'

'Hollo,' replied the man with the white hat.

'Number twenty-two wants his boots.'

'Ask number twenty-two, vether he'll have 'em now, or vait till he gets 'em,' was the reply.

'Come, don't be a fool, Sam,' said the girl coaxingly, 'the gentleman wants his boots directly.'

'Well, you _are_ a nice young 'ooman for a musical party, you are,' said the boot-cleaner. 'Look at these here boots--eleven pair o' boots; and one shoe as belongs to number six, with the wooden leg. The eleven boots is to be called at half-past eight and the shoe at nine. Who's number twenty-two, that's to put all the others out? No, no; reg'lar rotation, as Jack Ketch said, ven he tied the men up. Sorry to keep you a-waitin', Sir, but I'll attend to you directly.'

Tradução Integral em Português

O pátio não apresentava nada daquele alvoroço e atividade que são os traços habituais de uma grande hospedaria de diligências. Três ou quatro pesadas carroças, cada qual com uma pilha de mercadorias sob sua ampla cobertura, mais ou menos à altura da janela do segundo andar de uma casa comum, achavam-se recolhidas sob um teto elevado que se estendia sobre uma das extremidades do pátio; e outra, que provavelmente iniciaria a viagem naquela manhã, fora puxada para o espaço aberto. Uma dupla fila de galerias de dormitórios, com velhas e toscas balaustradas, corria em torno de dois lados da área irregular, e uma dupla fileira de campainhas a condizer, abrigada do tempo por um pequeno telhado inclinado, pendia sobre a porta que dava para o bar e a sala de café. Dois ou três cabriolés e carroças de duas rodas achavam-se recolhidos sob diversos pequenos alpendres e telheiros; e o ocasional pisar pesado de um cavalo de tiro, ou o tinir de uma corrente na extremidade mais distante do pátio, anunciava a quem quer que se importasse com o assunto que a cavalariça ficava naquela direção. Quando acrescentamos que uns poucos meninos de blusão dormiam estirados sobre volumes pesados, fardos de lã e outros artigos espalhados por montes de palha, terá sido descrito com toda a plenitude necessária o aspecto geral do pátio da Hospedaria White Hart, na High Street, Borough, naquela manhã em particular.

Um forte repicar de uma das campainhas foi seguido do surgimento de uma arrumadeira esperta na galeria superior dos dormitórios, a qual, após bater a uma das portas e receber um pedido de dentro, chamou por cima da balaustrada:

- Sam!

- Alô! - respondeu o homem do chapéu branco.

- O número vinte e dois quer as botas dele.

- Pergunte ao número vinte e dois se ele quer agora, ou se prefere esperar até ganhar - foi a resposta.

- Ora, não seja bobo, Sam - disse a moça com jeitinho - , o cavalheiro quer as botas já.

- Bom, você é mesmo uma moça bem prendada pra festa musical, isso você é - disse o engraxate. - Olhe pra estas botas aqui - onze pares de botas; e um sapato que é do número seis, o da perna de pau. As onze botas são pra chamar às oito e meia, e o sapato às nove. Quem é esse número vinte e dois pra passar na frente de todo mundo? Não, não; rodízio direitinho, como disse o Jack Ketch quando amarrou a corda no pescoço dos homens. Lamento fazê-lo esperar, senhor, mas já atendo o senhor num instante.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Depois de dizer isso, Sam trabalhou ainda mais numa bota de cano alto.

Outro sino tocou alto, e a velha e ocupada dona da White Hart apareceu na galeria oposta.

A proprietária chamou Sam de preguiçoso e quis saber por que ele não respondia.

Sam respondeu de modo rude que não seria educado falar antes de ela terminar.

Ela ordenou que ele limpasse imediatamente os sapatos do quarto dezessete e os levasse à sala particular número cinco no andar de cima.

A proprietária jogou um par de sapatos femininos no pátio e saiu apressada.

Sam pegou os sapatos e escreveu quarto cinco nas solas com giz. Sapatos femininos e uma sala particular o fizeram imaginar que a hóspede não chegara numa carroça do campo.

A camareira disse que a mulher chegara cedo naquela manhã numa carruagem alugada com um cavalheiro. Aquele cavalheiro queria suas botas, por isso Sam devia limpá-las.

Original English Version

Saying which, the man in the white hat set to work upon a top-boot with increased assiduity.

There was another loud ring; and the bustling old landlady of the White Hart made her appearance in the opposite gallery.

'Sam,' cried the landlady, 'where's that lazy, idle--why, Sam--oh, there you are; why don't you answer?'

'Vouldn't be gen-teel to answer, till you'd done talking,' replied Sam gruffly.

'Here, clean these shoes for number seventeen directly, and take 'em to private sitting-room, number five, first floor.'

The landlady flung a pair of lady's shoes into the yard, and bustled away.

'Number five,' said Sam, as he picked up the shoes, and taking a piece of chalk from his pocket, made a memorandum of their destination on the soles--'Lady's shoes and private sittin'-room! I suppose she didn't come in the vagin.'

'She came in early this morning,' cried the girl, who was still leaning over the railing of the gallery, 'with a gentleman in a hackney-coach, and it's him as wants his boots, and you'd better do 'em, that's all about it.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Dito o que, o homem do chapéu branco pôs-se a trabalhar numa bota de cano alto com redobrada aplicação.

Houve outro forte toque de campainha; e a atarefada e velha dona do White Hart surgiu na galeria oposta.

- Sam - gritou a hospedeira - , onde está aquele preguiçoso, vadio... ora, Sam... ah, aí está você; por que não responde?

- Não seria fino responder antes de a senhora acabar de falar - replicou Sam com aspereza.

- Aqui, limpe estes sapatos pro número dezessete agora mesmo, e leve pra sala reservada, número cinco, primeiro andar.

A hospedeira atirou um par de sapatos de senhora no pátio e afastou-se apressada.

- Número cinco - disse Sam, ao apanhar os sapatos e, tirando um pedaço de giz do bolso, anotar-lhes o destino nas solas - , sapatos de senhora e sala reservada! Imagino que ela não tenha chegado de carroça.

- Ela chegou de manhã cedo - gritou a moça, que ainda estava debruçada sobre a grade da galeria - , com um cavalheiro num troço de aluguel, e é ele que quer as botas, e você faz melhor é engraxar logo, é só isso.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Sam perguntou com raiva por que ela não explicara aquilo antes e separou as botas do homem. Pensara que o hóspede era um cliente comum. Um cavalheiro com sala particular e uma dama poderia lhe dar um xelim por dia, além de dinheiro para levar recados.

Animado pela ideia de ganhar dinheiro extra, Samuel poliu as botas e os sapatos com grande energia. Em poucos minutos, eles brilhavam intensamente e chegaram à porta da sala cinco.

Um homem convidou Sam a entrar. Sam fez uma reverência e encontrou um homem e uma mulher tomando café da manhã. Colocou cuidadosamente as botas junto ao cavalheiro e os sapatos junto à dama, depois recuou em direção à porta.

O cavalheiro chamou o limpador de botas.

Sam respondeu, fechou a porta e manteve a mão na maçaneta.

O cavalheiro perguntou se Sam conhecia um lugar chamado Doctors' Commons.

Sam disse que conhecia.

O cavalheiro perguntou onde ficava.

Original English Version

'Vy didn't you say so before,' said Sam, with great indignation, singling out the boots in question from the heap before him. 'For all I know'd he was one o' the regular threepennies. Private room! and a lady too! If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.'

Stimulated by this inspiring reflection, Mr. Samuel brushed away with such hearty good-will, that in a few minutes the boots and shoes, with a polish which would have struck envy to the soul of the amiable Mr. Warren (for they used Day & Martin at the White Hart), had arrived at the door of number five.

'Come in,' said a man's voice, in reply to Sam's rap at the door. Sam made his best bow, and stepped into the presence of a lady and gentleman seated at breakfast. Having officiously deposited the gentleman's boots right and left at his feet, and the lady's shoes right and left at hers, he backed towards the door.

'Boots,' said the gentleman.

'Sir,' said Sam, closing the door, and keeping his hand on the knob of the lock.

'Do you know--what's a-name--Doctors' Commons?'

'Yes, Sir.'

'Where is it?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Por que é que você não disse antes? - disse Sam, com grande indignação, separando as botas em questão do monte diante de si. - Pelo que eu sabia, podia ser mais um daqueles de três véns. Sala reservada! e uma dama, ainda por cima! Se ele tem lá seu quê de cavalheiro, vale um xelim por dia, sem contar os recados.

Estimulado por essa reflexão inspiradora, o Sr. Samuel escovou com tão cordial boa vontade que, em poucos minutos, as botas e os sapatos, com um lustre que teria despertado inveja na alma do amável Sr. Warren (pois no White Hart usavam Day & Martin), haviam chegado à porta do número cinco.

- Entre - disse uma voz de homem, em resposta à batida de Sam à porta. Sam fez a mais correta de suas reverências e adentrou a presença de uma dama e um cavalheiro sentados à mesa do café da manhã. Tendo diligênciosamente depositado as botas do cavalheiro, uma à direita e outra à esquerda a seus pés, e os sapatos da dama, à direita e à esquerda aos dela, recuou em direção à porta.

- Engraxate - disse o cavalheiro.

- Senhor - disse Sam, fechando a porta e mantendo a mão na maçaneta da fechadura.

- Você conhece... como é mesmo... Doctors' Commons?

- Conheço, senhor.

- Onde fica?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Sam disse que ficava em St. Paul's Churchyard, através de um arco baixo entre uma livraria e um hotel. Dois homens ficavam ali tentando vender licenças.

O cavalheiro surpreso repetiu que eles vendiam licenças.

Sam confirmou. Dois homens de avental branco cumprimentavam os visitantes e perguntavam se queriam uma licença. Sam disse que eles e os advogados a quem serviam eram um grupo estranho.

O cavalheiro perguntou o que aqueles homens faziam.

Sam disse que eles colocavam ideias na cabeça das pessoas. Seu pai viúvo, Tony, foi certa vez até lá receber quatrocentas libras. Um vendedor perguntou se ele precisava de licença de casamento. Tony primeiro disse que era velho e gordo demais, mas o homem o convenceu. Um advogado pediu o nome da noiva, embora Tony ainda não tivesse escolhido uma. Ele indicou a Sra. Susan Clarke, de Dorking, acreditando que ela o aceitaria. A licença foi preparada, ela se casou com ele, e Sam nunca recebeu parte alguma do dinheiro. Sam pediu desculpas por falar tanto sobre aquela queixa pessoal.

Original English Version

'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.'

'Touts for licences!' said the gentleman.

'Touts for licences,' replied Sam. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.'

'What do they do?' inquired the gentleman.

'Do! You, Sir! That ain't the worst on it, neither. They puts things into old gen'l'm'n's heads as they never dreamed of. My father, Sir, wos a coachman. A widower he wos, and fat enough for anything--uncommon fat, to be sure. His missus dies, and leaves him four hundred pound. Down he goes to the Commons, to see the lawyer and draw the blunt--very smart-- top boots on--nosegay in his button-hole--broad-brimmed tile--green shawl--quite the gen'l'm'n. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. "Pray take a seat, vile I makes out the affidavit, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Thank'ee, Sir," says my father, and down he sat, and stared with all his eyes, and his mouth vide open, at the names on the boxes. "What's your name, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Tony Weller," says my father.--"Parish?" says the lawyer. "Belle Savage," says my father; for he stopped there wen he drove up, and he know'd nothing about parishes, he didn't.--"And what's the lady's name?" says the lawyer. My father was struck all of a heap. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. I des-say--I never said nothing to her, but she'll have me, I know." The licence was made out, and she _did_ have him, and what's more she's got him now; and I never had any of the four hundred pound, worse luck. Beg your pardon, sir,' said Sam, when he had concluded, 'but wen I gets on this here grievance, I runs on like a new barrow with the wheel greased.' Having said which, and having paused for an instant to see whether he was wanted for anything more, Sam left the room.

Tradução Integral em Português

- No adro de St. Paul, senhor; passagem baixa em arco do lado das carruagens, livraria numa esquina, hotel na outra, e dois porteiros no meio angariando licenças.

- Angariando licenças! - disse o cavalheiro.

- Angariando licenças - replicou Sam. - Dois sujeitos de avental branco... levam a mão ao chapéu quando o senhor entra... "Licença, senhor, licença?" Gente esquisita, esses, e os patrões deles também, senhor... procuradores do Old Bailey... não tem erro.

- O que é que eles fazem? - indagou o cavalheiro.

- Fazem! O senhor! E isso ainda nem é o pior. Metem na cabeça dos velhos cavalheiros coisas com que eles nunca sonharam. Meu pai, senhor, era cocheiro. Era viúvo, e gordo pra qualquer coisa... extraordinariamente gordo, isso é certo. A patroa dele morre e lhe deixa quatrocentas libras. Lá vai ele ao Commons, ver o advogado e sacar o dinheiro... todo garboso... botas de cano alto... buquêzinho na lapela... chapéu de aba larga... xale verde... um verdadeiro cavalheiro. Passa pela arcada, pensando como haveria de investir o dinheiro... aí vem o angariador, leva a mão ao chapéu... "Licença, senhor, licença?"... "O que é isso?", diz meu pai. "Licença, senhor", diz ele. "Que licença?", diz meu pai. "Licença de casamento", diz o angariador. "Raios me partam o colete", diz meu pai, "nunca pensei nisso." "Acho que o senhor precisa de uma", diz o angariador. Meu pai estaca e reflete um pouco... "Não", diz ele, "raios, sou velho demais; além disso, sou muitos tamanhos grande demais", diz ele. "Nadinha disso, senhor", diz o angariador. "Acha que não?", diz meu pai. "Tenho certeza que não", diz ele; "casamos, segunda-feira passada, um cavalheiro do dobro do seu tamanho." "Casaram, foi?", disse meu pai. "Claro que casamos", diz o angariador, "perto dele o senhor é um bebê... por aqui, senhor... por aqui!"... e, com efeito, meu pai vai atrás dele, como um macaco manso atrás de um realejo, até um escritóriozinho dos fundos, onde um amanuense estava sentado entre papéis sujos e caixas de lata, fingindo estar ocupado. "Queira sentar-se enquanto redijo o depósito, senhor", diz o advogado. "Obrigado, senhor", diz meu pai, e senta-se, e fica de olhos arregalados e boca escancarada, encarando os nomes nas caixas. "Qual é o seu nome, senhor?", diz o advogado. "Tony Weller", diz meu pai. "Paróquia?", diz o advogado. "Belle Savage", diz meu pai; pois era ali que ele parava quando chegava, e não sabia nada de paróquias, não sabia. "E qual é o nome da dama?", diz o advogado. Meu pai ficou de queixo caído. "Que eu seja abençoado se sei", diz ele. "Não sabe?", diz o advogado. "Não mais que o senhor", diz meu pai; "não posso pôr isso depois?" "Impossível!", diz o advogado. "Muito bem", diz meu pai, depois de pensar um instante, "ponha aí Sra. Clarke." "Que Clarke?", diz o advogado, molhando a pena na tinta. "Susan Clarke, do Marquês de Granby, em Dorking", diz meu pai; "ela me aceita, se eu pedir. Aposto que sim... nunca lhe disse nada, mas ela me aceita, eu sei." A licença foi lavrada, e ela o aceitou, sim, e o que é mais, ela o tem até hoje; e eu nunca vi um vintém das quatrocentas libras, pra minha desgraça. Perdão, senhor - disse Sam, ao concluir - , mas quando pego nessa minha mágoa, eu desembesto que nem carrinho de mão novo com a roda untada. - Tendo dito o que, e tendo feito uma pausa por um instante para ver se era preciso mais alguma coisa, Sam deixou o aposento.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O cavalheiro, que era o Sr. Jingle, viu que eram nove e meia e disse que precisava sair imediatamente.

A tia solteira perguntou com brincadeira para que estava na hora.

Jingle apertou a mão dela e disse que precisava obter a licença de casamento e avisar a igreja. No dia seguinte, poderia chamá-la de esposa.

Rachael corou e repetiu: - A licença!

Jingle repetiu que iria buscar a licença.

Ele cantou que partiria depressa para buscar a licença e voltaria correndo.

Rachael disse que ele falava demais.

Jingle disse que suas palavras não eram nada comparadas às horas, dias, meses e anos que compartilhariam depois do casamento. Tudo passaria tão depressa quanto uma poderosa locomotiva a vapor.

Rachael perguntou se poderiam se casar antes da manhã seguinte.

Jingle disse que era impossível. Precisavam avisar a igreja e entregar a licença naquele dia, para que a cerimônia acontecesse no dia seguinte.

Original English Version

'Half-past nine--just the time--off at once;' said the gentleman, whom we need hardly introduce as Mr. Jingle.

'Time--for what?' said the spinster aunt coquettishly.

'Licence, dearest of angels--give notice at the church--call you mine, to-morrow'--said Mr. Jingle, and he squeezed the spinster aunt's hand.

'The licence!' said Rachael, blushing.

'The licence,' repeated Mr. Jingle--

'In hurry, post-haste for a licence, In hurry, ding dong I come back.'

'How you run on,' said Rachael.

'Run on--nothing to the hours, days, weeks, months, years, when we're united--run on--they'll fly on--bolt--mizzle--steam-engine--thousand- horse power--nothing to it.'

'Can't--can't we be married before to-morrow morning?' inquired Rachael.

'Impossible--can't be--notice at the church--leave the licence to-day-- ceremony come off to-morrow.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Nove e meia... hora exata... já vou - disse o cavalheiro, que mal precisamos apresentar como o Sr. Jingle.

- Hora... de quê? - disse a tia solteirona, com faceirice.

- A licença, mais querido dos anjos... dar aviso na igreja... chamar-te minha, amanhã - disse o Sr. Jingle, e apertou a mão da tia solteirona.

- A licença! - disse Rachael, corando.

- A licença - repetiu o Sr. Jingle.

- Às pressas, a toda a brida, atrás de uma licença, Às pressas, déli-délom, de volta eu venho.

- Como você desembesta - disse Rachael.

- Desembesto... nada perto das horas, dias, semanas, meses, anos, quando estivermos unidos... desembesto... eles é que vão voar... disparar... sumir... locomotiva... mil cavalos de força... nada perto disso.

- Não... não podemos nos casar antes de amanhã de manhã? - indagou Rachael.

- Impossível... não dá... aviso na igreja... buscar a licença hoje... cerimônia amanhã.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Rachael disse que estava apavorada com a possibilidade de o irmão descobri-los.

Jingle disse que Wardle não os encontraria. O acidente o atrasara, e eles haviam deixado a carruagem com cuidado, caminhado e tomado um carro alugado até o Borough. Era o último lugar onde Wardle procuraria.

Enquanto Jingle colocava o chapéu amassado, Rachael pediu com carinho que ele não demorasse.

Jingle a chamou de cruel por imaginar que ele poderia permanecer longe dela. Aproximou-se de modo brincalhão, deu-lhe um beijo leve e saiu dançando do quarto.

Depois que a porta se fechou, Rachael o chamou de homem querido.

Enquanto caminhava pelo corredor, Jingle a chamou em particular de velha estranha.

O narrador se recusa a acompanhar os pensamentos desonestos de Jingle. Ele evitou os vendedores de licenças na entrada de Doctors' Commons e chegou com segurança ao escritório correto. Obteve uma licença oficial de casamento para Alfred Jingle e Rachael Wardle, guardou-a no bolso e voltou orgulhoso em direção ao Borough.

Original English Version

I am so terrified, lest my brother should discover us!' said Rachael.

'Discover--nonsense--too much shaken by the break-down--besides--extreme caution--gave up the post-chaise--walked on--took a hackney-coach--came to the Borough--last place in the world that he'd look in--ha! ha!-- capital notion that--very.'

'Don't be long,' said the spinster affectionately, as Mr. Jingle stuck the pinched-up hat on his head.

'Long away from you?--Cruel charmer,' and Mr. Jingle skipped playfully up to the spinster aunt, imprinted a chaste kiss upon her lips, and danced out of the room.

'Dear man!' said the spinster, as the door closed after him.

'Rum old girl,' said Mr. Jingle, as he walked down the passage.

It is painful to reflect upon the perfidy of our species; and we will not, therefore, pursue the thread of Mr. Jingle's meditations, as he wended his way to Doctors' Commons. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Fico tão apavorada de meu irmão nos descobrir! - disse Rachael.

- Descobrir... bobagem... abalado demais pelo acidente da carruagem... além disso... cautela extrema... larguei a sege-postal... segui a pé... peguei um troço de aluguel... vim pro Borough... o último lugar do mundo onde ele procuraria... ah! ah!... ideia genial essa... muito.

- Não demore - disse a solteirona com afeto, enquanto o Sr. Jingle enterrava na cabeça o chapéu de aba amassada.

- Demorar longe de ti? Cruel encantadora - e o Sr. Jingle saltou brincalhão até a tia solteirona, imprimiu-lhe um casto beijo nos lábios e saiu do quarto dançando.

- Homem adorável! - disse a solteirona, ao fechar-se a porta atrás dele.

- Velha esquisita - disse o Sr. Jingle, enquanto descia o corredor.

É penoso refletir sobre a perfídia de nossa espécie; e não seguiremos, portanto, o fio das meditações do Sr. Jingle, enquanto ele fazia seu caminho até Doctors' Commons. Bastará ao nosso propósito relatar que, escapando das armadilhas dos dragões de avental branco que guardam a entrada daquela região encantada, ele alcançou a salvo o escritório do vigário-geral e, tendo obtido um endereço em pergaminho, altamente lisonjeiro, do Arcebispo de Cantuária, aos seus "fiéis e bem-amados Alfred Jingle e Rachael Wardle, saudações", guardou cuidadosamente o místico documento no bolso e refez seus passos em triunfo rumo ao Borough.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Enquanto Jingle voltava, dois cavalheiros corpulentos e um magro entraram no pátio da White Hart procurando alguém para interrogar. Sam polia as botas altas de um fazendeiro enquanto o dono delas comia uma enorme refeição depois do mercado. O cavalheiro magro se aproximou de Sam.

O cavalheiro magro chamou Sam de amigo.

Sam pensou que o homem devia querer aconselhamento gratuito, pois de repente ficara tão amigável. Em voz alta, apenas perguntou o que o cavalheiro queria.

Depois de limpar educadamente a garganta, o homem magro perguntou se muitas pessoas estavam hospedadas na movimentada hospedaria.

Sam o estudou em segredo. Era um homem pequeno e ressecado, com rosto escuro e estreito e olhos pretos inquietos ao lado de um nariz curioso. Usava roupas pretas bem-cuidadas, botas brilhantes, gravata branca e corrente de relógio de ouro, e carregava as luvas em vez de vesti-las. Parecia acostumado a fazer perguntas difíceis.

O homenzinho perguntou novamente se os negócios iam bem.

Original English Version

He was yet on his way to the White Hart, when two plump gentleman and one thin one entered the yard, and looked round in search of some authorised person of whom they could make a few inquiries. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced.

'My friend,' said the thin gentleman.

'You're one o' the adwice gratis order,' thought Sam, 'or you wouldn't be so wery fond o' me all at once.' But he only said--'Well, Sir.'

'My friend,' said the thin gentleman, with a conciliatory hem--'have you got many people stopping here now? Pretty busy. Eh?'

Sam stole a look at the inquirer. He was a little high-dried man, with a dark squeezed-up face, and small, restless, black eyes, that kept winking and twinkling on each side of his little inquisitive nose, as if they were playing a perpetual game of peep-bo with that feature. He was dressed all in black, with boots as shiny as his eyes, a low white neckcloth, and a clean shirt with a frill to it. A gold watch-chain, and seals, depended from his fob. He carried his black kid gloves _in_ his hands, and not ON them; and as he spoke, thrust his wrists beneath his coat tails, with the air of a man who was in the habit of propounding some regular posers.

'Pretty busy, eh?' said the little man.

Tradução Integral em Português

Ainda estava a caminho do White Hart quando dois cavalheiros roliços e um magro entraram no pátio e olharam em redor à procura de alguma pessoa autorizada a quem pudessem fazer algumas perguntas. O Sr. Samuel Weller achava-se naquele momento ocupado em lustrar um par de botas de cano pintado, propriedade pessoal de um fazendeiro que se refazia com um ligeiro almoço de duas ou três libras de carne fria e um ou dois canecos de cerveja preta, depois das fadigas do mercado do Borough; e foi até ele que o cavalheiro magro avançou sem demora.

- Meu amigo - disse o cavalheiro magro.

"Você é do tipo conselho de graça", pensou Sam, "senão não me quereria tanto bem assim, tão de repente." Mas apenas disse: - Pois não, senhor.

- Meu amigo - disse o cavalheiro magro, com um pigarro conciliatório - , tem muita gente hospedada aqui agora? Bem movimentado, hem?

Sam lançou um olhar furtivo ao inquiridor. Era um homenzinho ressequido, de rosto escuro e franzido, e olhinhos pretos, irrequietos, que ficavam piscando e cintilando de cada lado do narizinho inquisitivo, como se jogassem uma perpétua partida de esconde-esconde com aquela feição. Vestia-se todo de preto, com botas tão lustrosas quanto os olhos, uma gravata branca e baixa, e uma camisa limpa com babados. Uma corrente de relógio de ouro, e sinetes, pendia-lhe do bolso do colete. Levava as luvas pretas de pelica NAS mãos, e não CALÇADAS; e, ao falar, enfiava os punhos sob as abas do casaco, com o ar de um homem habituado a propor certas perguntas embaraçosas de praxe.

- Bem movimentado, hem? - disse o homenzinho.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Sam disse que a hospedaria não iria falir nem enriquecer. Eles viviam com simplicidade e aceitavam o que tinham.

O homenzinho perguntou se Sam era um brincalhão.

Sam tratou o hábito de brincar como uma doença. Disse que seu irmão mais velho sofrera dela e que talvez ele a tivesse pegado por dormir ao lado dele.

Olhando ao redor, o homenzinho chamou a hospedaria de construção antiga e curiosa.

O tranquilo Sam respondeu que, se o cavalheiro tivesse anunciado a visita, eles teriam consertado o prédio para ele.

As respostas de Sam confundiram o homenzinho, que conversou brevemente com os dois cavalheiros maiores. Depois tomou um pouco de rapé e se preparou para tentar de novo. Antes que pudesse, o homem corpulento de aparência bondosa e óculos interrompeu.

O cavalheiro bondoso começou a dizer que seu companheiro pagaria meia guiné a Sam para responder uma ou duas perguntas.

O pequeno profissional o interrompeu. Disse que, depois de entregar um assunto a um especialista, o cliente não devia interferir e precisava confiar totalmente nele. Depois admitiu que esquecera o nome do cavalheiro bondoso.

Original English Version

'Oh, wery well, Sir,' replied Sam, 'we shan't be bankrupts, and we shan't make our fort'ns. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.'

'Ah,' said the little man, 'you're a wag, ain't you?'

'My eldest brother was troubled with that complaint,' said Sam; 'it may be catching--I used to sleep with him.'

'This is a curious old house of yours,' said the little man, looking round him.

'If you'd sent word you was a-coming, we'd ha' had it repaired;' replied the imperturbable Sam.

The little man seemed rather baffled by these several repulses, and a short consultation took place between him and the two plump gentlemen. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered--

'The fact of the matter is,' said the benevolent gentleman, 'that my friend here (pointing to the other plump gentleman) will give you half a guinea, if you'll answer one or two--'

'Now, my dear sir--my dear Sir,' said the little man, 'pray, allow me-- my dear Sir, the very first principle to be observed in these cases, is this: if you place the matter in the hands of a professional man, you must in no way interfere in the progress of the business; you must repose implicit confidence in him. Really, Mr.--' He turned to the other plump gentleman, and said, 'I forget your friend's name.'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ah, muito bem, senhor - replicou Sam - , não vamos à falência, nem vamos fazer fortuna. Comemos nosso carneiro cozido sem alcaparras, e não nos importamos com raiz-forte quando podemos ter carne de vaca.

- Ah - disse o homenzinho - , você é um gozador, não é?

- Meu irmão mais velho sofria desse mal - disse Sam - ; pode ser coisa que pega... eu costumava dormir com ele.

- Esta é uma curiosa e velha casa a de vocês - disse o homenzinho, olhando em redor.

- Se o senhor tivesse avisado que vinha, teríamos mandado consertá-la - replicou o imperturável Sam.

O homenzinho pareceu um tanto desconcertado com essas sucessivas repulsões, e travou-se uma breve consulta entre ele e os dois cavalheiros roliços. Ao término dela, o homenzinho tomou uma pitada de rapé de uma caixinha oblonga de prata e estava, ao que parecia, a ponto de reatar a conversa, quando um dos cavalheiros roliços, que, além de um semblante bondoso, possuía um par de óculos e um par de polainas pretas, interveio:

- A verdade do assunto - disse o cavalheiro bondoso - é que o meu amigo aqui (apontando para o outro cavalheiro roliço) lhe dará meio guinéu se você responder a uma ou duas...

- Ora, meu caro senhor... meu caro senhor - disse o homenzinho - , peço-lhe, permita-me... meu caro senhor, o primeiro princípio a observar nesses casos é este: se o senhor confia o assunto às mãos de um profissional, não deve de modo algum interferir no andamento do negócio; deve depositar nele confiança irrestrita. Realmente, Sr.... - Voltou-se para o outro cavalheiro roliço e disse: - Esqueci o nome de seu amigo.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle respondeu que seu amigo era o Sr. Pickwick.

O homenzinho pediu desculpas a Pickwick. Disse que aceitava sugestões particulares, mas oferecer meia guiné a Sam era um argumento público impróprio que interferia em seu trabalho profissional. Tomou mais rapé e tentou parecer muito sábio.

Pickwick explicou que apenas desejava terminar aquele assunto desagradável o mais depressa possível.

O homenzinho concordou que aquilo estava correto.

Pickwick disse que sua experiência lhe ensinara que uma oferta de dinheiro era o argumento com maior chance de funcionar com qualquer pessoa.

O homenzinho elogiou a ideia, mas disse que Pickwick deveria tê-la sugerido em particular a ele. Começou a explicar quanta confiança os clientes deviam depositar nos profissionais e tentou citar um caso jurídico.

Sam interrompeu o discurso jurídico com uma piada sobre George Barnwell. Depois disse que aceitaria com prazer meia guiné. Sorrindo para Pickwick, perguntou diretamente o que queriam dele.

Original English Version

'Pickwick,' said Mr. Wardle, for it was no other than that jolly personage.

'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Really, my dear Sir, really;' and the little man took an argumentative pinch of snuff, and looked very profound.

'My only wish, Sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'was to bring this very unpleasant matter to as speedy a close as possible.'

'Quite right--quite right,' said the little man.

'With which view,' continued Mr. Pickwick, 'I made use of the argument which my experience of men has taught me is the most likely to succeed in any case.'

'Ay, ay,' said the little man, 'very good, very good, indeed; but you should have suggested it to me. My dear sir, I'm quite certain you cannot be ignorant of the extent of confidence which must be placed in professional men. If any authority can be necessary on such a point, my dear sir, let me refer you to the well-known case in Barnwell and--'

'Never mind George Barnwell,' interrupted Sam, who had remained a wondering listener during this short colloquy; 'everybody knows what sort of a case his was, tho' it's always been my opinion, mind you, that the young 'ooman deserved scragging a precious sight more than he did. Hows'ever, that's neither here nor there. You want me to accept of half a guinea. Wery well, I'm agreeable: I can't say no fairer than that, can I, sir?' (Mr. Pickwick smiled.) Then the next question is, what the devil do you want with me, as the man said, wen he see the ghost?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Pickwick - disse o Sr. Wardle, pois não era outro senão aquela jovial personagem.

- Ah, Pickwick... realmente, Sr. Pickwick, meu caro senhor, perdoe-me... terei prazer em receber quaisquer sugestões particulares suas, como AMICUS CURIAE, mas o senhor há de reconhecer a inconveniência de interferir na minha condução deste caso, com um argumento AD CAPTANDUM como a oferta de meio guinéu. Realmente, meu caro senhor, realmente - e o homenzinho tomou uma pitada argumentativa de rapé e assumiu um ar muito profundo.

- Meu único desejo, senhor - disse o Sr. Pickwick - , era conduzir este assunto tão desagradável ao mais rápido desfecho possível.

- Perfeito... perfeito - disse o homenzinho.

- Com esse intuito - prosseguiu o Sr. Pickwick - , lancei mão do argumento que a minha experiência dos homens me ensinou ser o mais provável de vingar em qualquer caso.

- Sim, sim - disse o homenzinho - , muito bom, muito bom, de fato; mas o senhor deveria tê-lo sugerido a mim. Meu caro senhor, estou certo de que o senhor não pode ignorar a extensão da confiança que se deve depositar nos profissionais. Se alguma autoridade for necessária sobre tal ponto, meu caro senhor, permita-me remetê-lo ao conhecido caso de Barnwell e...

- Deixe pra lá o George Barnwell - interrompeu Sam, que permanecera um ouvinte pasmo durante esse curto colóquio - ; todo mundo sabe que tipo de caso foi o dele, embora sempre tenha sido minha opinião, veja o senhor, que a moça merecia a forca muito mais do que ele. Seja como for, isso não vem ao caso. O senhor quer que eu aceite meio guinéu. Muito bem, estou de acordo: não posso ser mais justo que isso, posso, senhor? (O Sr. Pickwick sorriu.) Então a próxima pergunta é: que diabo o senhor quer comigo, como disse o homem quando viu o fantasma?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle começou a explicar o que eles queriam saber.

O ocupado homenzinho interrompeu Wardle novamente.

Wardle ergueu os ombros com frustração e ficou em silêncio.

O homenzinho explicou com solenidade que não queriam assustar ninguém lá dentro. Perguntou a Sam quem estava hospedado na hospedaria naquele momento.

Como Sam conhecia os hóspedes principalmente pelos calçados, enumerou uma perna de madeira no quarto seis, botas altas no treze, dois pares de botas curtas na sala comercial, as botas pintadas do fazendeiro perto do bar e mais cinco pares na sala de café.

O homenzinho perguntou se havia mais alguém.

Sam de repente se lembrou de um par gasto de botas Wellington e de um par de sapatos femininos no quarto cinco.

Pickwick e Wardle haviam ficado confusos com a lista estranha de Sam. Agora Wardle perguntou depressa que tipo de sapatos femininos eram.

Sam respondeu que os sapatos eram feitos no campo.

Original English Version

'We want to know--' said Mr. Wardle.

'Now, my dear sir--my dear sir,' interposed the busy little man.

Mr. Wardle shrugged his shoulders, and was silent.

'We want to know,' said the little man solemnly; 'and we ask the question of you, in order that we may not awaken apprehensions inside-- we want to know who you've got in this house at present?'

'Who there is in the house!' said Sam, in whose mind the inmates were always represented by that particular article of their costume, which came under his immediate superintendence. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.'

'Nothing more?' said the little man.

'Stop a bit,' replied Sam, suddenly recollecting himself. 'Yes; there's a pair of Vellingtons a good deal worn, and a pair o' lady's shoes, in number five.'

'What sort of shoes?' hastily inquired Wardle, who, together with Mr. Pickwick, had been lost in bewilderment at the singular catalogue of visitors.

'Country make,' replied Sam.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Queremos saber... - disse o Sr. Wardle.

- Ora, meu caro senhor... meu caro senhor - interpôs-se o atarefado homenzinho.

O Sr. Wardle deu de ombros e calou-se.

- Queremos saber - disse o homenzinho solenemente - ; e lhe fazemos a pergunta a fim de não despertar apreensões lá dentro... queremos saber quem você tem nesta casa no momento.

- Quem tem na casa! - disse Sam, em cuja mente os hóspedes eram sempre representados por aquela peça específica do vestuário que ficava sob seus cuidados imediatos. - Tem uma perna de pau no número seis; tem um par de botas hessianas no treze; tem dois pares de botinas na sala dos caixeiros; tem estas botas de cano pintado aqui no reservadinho ao lado do bar; e mais cinco pares de botas na sala de café.

- Nada mais? - disse o homenzinho.

- Espere um pouco - replicou Sam, lembrando-se de repente. - Sim; tem um par de botas Wellington bem gastas, e um par de sapatos de senhora, no número cinco.

- Que tipo de sapatos? - indagou Wardle apressadamente, o qual, junto com o Sr. Pickwick, estivera perdido de perplexidade diante do singular catálogo de visitantes.

- Feitura do interior - replicou Sam.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle perguntou se traziam o nome do fabricante.

A resposta é "Brown".

Sam pergunta de onde Brown vem.

A resposta é Muggleton.

Wardle diz animado que encontraram o casal.

Sam diz em voz baixa que os Wellingtons foram a Doctors' Commons.

O homenzinho diz que não.

Sam explica que foram buscar uma licença de casamento.

Wardle diz que ainda há tempo e pede com urgência para ver o quarto.

O pequeno advogado aconselha cautela. Tira uma bolsa vermelha e mostra uma moeda de ouro a Sam.

Sam sorri como se entendesse.

O advogado promete a moeda a Sam se ele os levar ao quarto sem anunciá-los.

Sam joga de lado o que estava carregando e os conduz por um corredor escuro e uma escada larga. No fim de outro corredor, estende a mão.

O advogado coloca em silêncio a moeda prometida na mão de Sam.

Sam caminha um pouco mais com Wardle, Pickwick e o advogado atrás dele e para diante de uma porta.

Original English Version

'Any maker's name?'

'Brown.'

'Where of?'

'Muggleton.

'It is them,' exclaimed Wardle. 'By heavens, we've found them.'

'Hush!' said Sam. 'The Vellingtons has gone to Doctors' Commons.'

'No,' said the little man.

'Yes, for a licence.'

'We're in time,' exclaimed Wardle. 'Show us the room; not a moment is to be lost.'

'Pray, my dear sir--pray,' said the little man; 'caution, caution.' He drew from his pocket a red silk purse, and looked very hard at Sam as he drew out a sovereign.

Sam grinned expressively.

'Show us into the room at once, without announcing us,' said the little man, 'and it's yours.'

Sam threw the painted tops into a corner, and led the way through a dark passage, and up a wide staircase. He paused at the end of a second passage, and held out his hand.

'Here it is,' whispered the attorney, as he deposited the money on the hand of their guide.

The man stepped forward for a few paces, followed by the two friends and their legal adviser. He stopped at a door.

Tradução Integral em Português

- Algum nome de fabricante?

- Brown.

- De onde?

- Muggleton.

- São eles - exclamou Wardle. - Pelos céus, nós os encontramos.

- Psiu! - disse Sam. - As botas Wellington foram até Doctors' Commons.

- Não - disse o homenzinho.

- Foram, sim, atrás de uma licença.

- Estamos em tempo - exclamou Wardle. - Mostre-nos o quarto; não há um instante a perder.

- Peço-lhe, meu caro senhor... peço-lhe - disse o homenzinho - ; cautela, cautela. - Tirou do bolso uma bolsa de seda vermelha e olhou muito fixamente para Sam ao sacar dela um soberano.

Sam abriu um sorriso expressivo.

- Leve-nos ao quarto agora mesmo, sem nos anunciar - disse o homenzinho - , e ele é seu.

Sam atirou as botas de cano pintado a um canto e tomou a dianteira por um corredor escuro e por uma escadaria larga. Deteve-se ao final de um segundo corredor e estendeu a mão.

- Aqui está - sussurrou o advogado, ao depositar o dinheiro na mão do guia.

O homem avançou alguns passos, seguido dos dois amigos e de seu consultor jurídico. Parou diante de uma porta.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

O advogado pergunta em voz baixa se aquele é o quarto.

Sam confirma com a cabeça.

Wardle abre a porta, e os três homens entram no momento em que Jingle mostra a licença de casamento a Rachael.

Rachael grita, cai numa cadeira e cobre o rosto. Jingle esconde depressa a licença amassada no bolso enquanto os visitantes se aproximam.

Sem fôlego de raiva, Wardle chama Jingle de terrível criminoso.

O advogado pede que Wardle se acalme porque insultar Jingle poderia causar uma ação judicial.

Wardle pergunta como Jingle ousou tirar sua irmã de casa.

O advogado apoia a pergunta e exige uma resposta de Jingle.

Jingle pergunta com ferocidade quem é o advogado, fazendo o homenzinho recuar.

Wardle apresenta seu advogado, o Sr. Perker, e ameaça arruinar Jingle no tribunal. Depois manda Rachael colocar o chapéu, pagar a conta e voltar para casa.

Sam atende a campainha depressa porque esteve observando em segredo pelo buraco da fechadura.

Original English Version

'Is this the room?' murmured the little gentleman.

Sam nodded assent.

Old Wardle opened the door; and the whole three walked into the room just as Mr. Jingle, who had that moment returned, had produced the licence to the spinster aunt.

The spinster uttered a loud shriek, and throwing herself into a chair, covered her face with her hands. Mr. Jingle crumpled up the licence, and thrust it into his coat pocket. The unwelcome visitors advanced into the middle of the room.

'You--you are a nice rascal, arn't you?' exclaimed Wardle, breathless with passion.

'My dear Sir, my dear sir,' said the little man, laying his hat on the table, 'pray, consider--pray. Defamation of character: action for damages. Calm yourself, my dear sir, pray--'

'How dare you drag my sister from my house?' said the old man.

Ay--ay--very good,' said the little gentleman, 'you may ask that. How dare you, sir?--eh, sir?'

'Who the devil are you?' inquired Mr. Jingle, in so fierce a tone, that the little gentleman involuntarily fell back a step or two.

'Who is he, you scoundrel,' interposed Wardle. 'He's my lawyer, Mr. Perker, of Gray's Inn. Perker, I'll have this fellow prosecuted-- indicted--I'll--I'll--I'll ruin him. And you,' continued Mr. Wardle, turning abruptly round to his sister--'you, Rachael, at a time of life when you ought to know better, what do you mean by running away with a vagabond, disgracing your family, and making yourself miserable? Get on your bonnet and come back. Call a hackney-coach there, directly, and bring this lady's bill, d'ye hear--d'ye hear?'

Cert'nly, Sir,' replied Sam, who had answered Wardle's violent ringing of the bell with a degree of celerity which must have appeared marvellous to anybody who didn't know that his eye had been applied to the outside of the keyhole during the whole interview.

Tradução Integral em Português

- É este o quarto? - murmurou o pequeno cavalheiro.

Sam anuiu com um aceno.

O velho Wardle abriu a porta; e os três entraram no quarto no exato momento em que o Sr. Jingle, que há pouco regressara, havia exibido a licença à tia solteirona.

A solteirona soltou um grito agudo e, atirando-se numa cadeira, cobriu o rosto com as mãos. O Sr. Jingle amassou a licença e enfiou-a no bolso do casaco. Os visitantes indesejados avançaram até o meio do quarto.

- Você... você é um belo canalha, não é? - exclamou Wardle, ofegante de fúria.

- Meu caro senhor, meu caro senhor - disse o homenzinho, pousando o chapéu sobre a mesa - , peço-lhe, reflita... peço-lhe. Difamação de caráter: ação por perdas e danos. Acalme-se, meu caro senhor, peço-lhe...

- Como se atreve a arrastar minha irmã para fora da minha casa? - disse o velho.

- Sim... sim... muito bem - disse o pequeno cavalheiro - , pode perguntar isso. Como se atreve, senhor?... hem, senhor?

- Quem diabo é o senhor? - indagou o Sr. Jingle, em tom tão feroz que o pequeno cavalheiro recuou, involuntariamente, um ou dois passos.

- Quem é ele, seu patife - interpôs-se Wardle. - É o meu advogado, Sr. Perker, de Gray's Inn. Perker, vou mandar processar este sujeito... denunciá-lo... vou... vou... vou arruiná-lo. E você - prosseguiu o Sr. Wardle, voltando-se abruptamente para a irmã - , você, Rachael, numa idade em que devia ter mais juízo, o que pretende fugindo com um vagabundo, desonrando sua família e fazendo-se infeliz? Ponha a touca e volte. Chamem já um troço de aluguel, e tragam a conta desta dama, ouviram... ouviram?

- Pois não, senhor - replicou Sam, que atendera ao toque violento de Wardle com uma prontidão que deve ter parecido prodigiosa a quem quer que não soubesse que o olho dele estivera aplicado ao lado de fora do buraco da fechadura durante toda a entrevista.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Wardle manda Rachael colocar o chapéu outra vez.

Jingle diz que ela não deve obedecer. Manda Wardle sair e afirma que Rachael é adulta e livre para escolher.

Wardle zomba da afirmação de que ela tem mais de vinte e um anos e diz que tem mais de quarenta e um.

Rachael fica zangada o bastante para parar de fingir desmaio e nega.

Wardle diz que ela tem pelo menos cinquenta anos.

Rachael grita alto e desmaia.

O bondoso Pickwick chama a dona da hospedaria e pede água.

O irritado Wardle sugere jogar um balde inteiro de água sobre Rachael porque ela merece.

A dona da hospedaria o chama de cruel e consola Rachael. Com a ajuda de uma criada, usa vinagre, esfrega suas mãos, toca seu nariz e afrouxa suas roupas.

Sam aparece na porta e diz que a carruagem está pronta.

Wardle diz que carregará Rachael para baixo.

Essa ameaça torna o mal-estar dramático dela muito pior.

A dona da hospedaria começa a protestar com raiva, mas Jingle a interrompe.

Original English Version

'Get on your bonnet,' repeated Wardle.

'Do nothing of the kind,' said Jingle. 'Leave the room, Sir--no business here--lady's free to act as she pleases--more than one-and-twenty.'

'More than one-and-twenty!' ejaculated Wardle contemptuously. 'More than one-and-forty!'

'I ain't,' said the spinster aunt, her indignation getting the better of her determination to faint.

'You are,' replied Wardle; 'you're fifty if you're an hour.'

Here the spinster aunt uttered a loud shriek, and became senseless.

'A glass of water,' said the humane Mr. Pickwick, summoning the landlady.

'A glass of water!' said the passionate Wardle. 'Bring a bucket, and throw it all over her; it'll do her good, and she richly deserves it.'

'Ugh, you brute!' ejaculated the kind-hearted landlady. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics.

'Coach is ready, Sir,' said Sam, appearing at the door.

'Come along,' cried Wardle. 'I'll carry her downstairs.'

At this proposition, the hysterics came on with redoubled violence.

The landlady was about to enter a very violent protest against this proceeding, and had already given vent to an indignant inquiry whether Mr. Wardle considered himself a lord of the creation, when Mr. Jingle interposed--

Tradução Integral em Português

- Ponha a touca - repetiu Wardle.

- Não faça nada disso - disse Jingle. - Saia do quarto, senhor... nada tem a fazer aqui... a dama é livre para agir como lhe aprouver... maior de vinte e um.

- Maior de vinte e um! - exclamou Wardle com desprezo. - Maior de quarenta e um!

- Não sou - disse a tia solteirona, cuja indignação levava a melhor sobre a decisão de desmaiar.

- É, sim - replicou Wardle - ; você tem cinquenta, se é que tem uma hora.

Aqui a tia solteirona soltou um grito agudo e ficou sem sentidos.

- Um copo d'água - disse o humano Sr. Pickwick, chamando a hospedeira.

- Um copo d'água! - disse o arrebatado Wardle. - Tragam um balde e joguem tudo em cima dela; vai lhe fazer bem, e ela bem que merece.

- Ora, seu bruto! - exclamou a bondosa hospedeira. - Pobrezinha. - E, com diversas exclamações de "Vamos lá, minha querida... beba um pouquinho disto... vai lhe fazer bem... não se entregue assim... isso, meu amor", etc. etc., a hospedeira, auxiliada por uma arrumadeira, pôs-se a embeber de vinagre a testa, esfregar as mãos, fazer cócegas no nariz e desatar o espartilho da tia solteirona, e a ministrar outros de tais restaurativos como os que as mulheres compassivas costumam aplicar às damas que se empenham em fermentar-se até a histeria.

- A carruagem está pronta, senhor - disse Sam, surgindo à porta.

- Vamos - gritou Wardle. - Eu a carrego escada abaixo.

Diante dessa proposta, a histeria voltou com redobrada violência.

A hospedeira estava prestes a formular um veementíssimo protesto contra tal procedimento, e já dera voz à indignada pergunta se o Sr. Wardle se considerava o senhor da criação, quando o Sr. Jingle interpôs-se:

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle manda Sam buscar um policial.

Perker pede que todos parem e pensem.

Jingle se recusa. Diz que Rachael controla a própria vida e desafia qualquer pessoa a levá-la contra sua vontade.

Rachael diz com fraqueza que não quer partir e então passa mal outra vez.

Perker diz em particular a Wardle e Pickwick que eles não têm poder legal sobre Rachael. Já os havia avisado de que somente um acordo financeiro resolveria o problema.

Todos fazem uma breve pausa.

Pickwick pergunta que tipo de acordo Perker recomenda.

Perker diz que Wardle precisa aceitar perder algum dinheiro.

Wardle diz que perderá qualquer quantia em vez de aceitar essa vergonha e deixar sua irmã tola sofrer pela vida inteira.

Perker acha que pode resolver a situação e convida Jingle para a sala ao lado.

Jingle concorda, e os quatro homens entram numa sala vazia.

Perker fecha a porta e fala em particular com Jingle. Diz que os dois entendem que Jingle fugiu com Rachael por causa do dinheiro dela.

Original English Version

'Boots,' said he, 'get me an officer.'

'Stay, stay,' said little Mr. Perker. 'Consider, Sir, consider.'

'I'll not consider,' replied Jingle. 'She's her own mistress--see who dares to take her away--unless she wishes it.'

'I _won't_ be taken away,' murmured the spinster aunt. 'I _don't_ wish it.' (Here there was a frightful relapse.)

'My dear Sir,' said the little man, in a low tone, taking Mr. Wardle and Mr. Pickwick apart--'my dear Sir, we're in a very awkward situation. It's a distressing case--very; I never knew one more so; but really, my dear sir, really we have no power to control this lady's actions. I warned you before we came, my dear sir, that there was nothing to look to but a compromise.'

There was a short pause.

'What kind of compromise would you recommend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick.

'Why, my dear Sir, our friend's in an unpleasant position--very much so. We must be content to suffer some pecuniary loss.'

'I'll suffer any, rather than submit to this disgrace, and let her, fool as she is, be made miserable for life,' said Wardle.

'I rather think it can be done,' said the bustling little man. 'Mr. Jingle, will you step with us into the next room for a moment?'

Mr. Jingle assented, and the quartette walked into an empty apartment.

'Now, sir,' said the little man, as he carefully closed the door, 'is there no way of accommodating this matter--step this way, sir, for a moment--into this window, Sir, where we can be alone--there, sir, there, pray sit down, sir. Now, my dear Sir, between you and I, we know very well, my dear Sir, that you have run off with this lady for the sake of her money. Don't frown, Sir, don't frown; I say, between you and I, _we_ know it. We are both men of the world, and WE know very well that our friends here, are not--eh?'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Engraxate - disse ele - , chame-me um oficial de justiça.

- Alto lá, alto lá - disse o pequeno Sr. Perker. - Reflita, senhor, reflita.

- Não vou refletir - replicou Jingle. - Ela é senhora de si... quero ver quem ousa levá-la daqui... a menos que ela deseje.

- NÃO quero ser levada - murmurou a tia solteirona. - NÃO desejo isso. (Aqui houve uma medonha recaída.)

- Meu caro senhor - disse o homenzinho em voz baixa, chamando à parte o Sr. Wardle e o Sr. Pickwick - , meu caro senhor, estamos numa situação muito delicada. É um caso afligente... muitíssimo; nunca conheci um pior; mas realmente, meu caro senhor, realmente não temos poder para controlar os atos desta dama. Adverti o senhor antes de virmos, meu caro senhor, de que não havia nada a esperar senão um acordo.

Houve uma breve pausa.

- Que tipo de acordo o senhor recomendaria? - indagou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Ora, meu caro senhor, o nosso amigo está numa posição desagradável... muitíssimo. Havemos de nos contentar em sofrer alguma perda pecuniária.

- Sofrerei qualquer uma, antes que me submeter a esta desonra e deixar que ela, tola como é, seja feita infeliz para o resto da vida - disse Wardle.

- Penso que talvez se possa arranjar - disse o atarefado homenzinho. - Sr. Jingle, quer dar um passo conosco até a sala ao lado por um momento?

O Sr. Jingle assentiu, e o quarteto passou para um aposento vazio.

- Pois bem, senhor - disse o homenzinho, ao fechar cuidadosamente a porta - , não haverá meio de acomodar este assunto?... venha por aqui, senhor, por um momento... até esta janela, senhor, onde podemos ficar a sós... pronto, senhor, pronto, peço-lhe que se sente, senhor. Ora, meu caro senhor, aqui entre nós, sabemos muito bem, meu caro senhor, que o senhor fugiu com esta dama por causa do dinheiro dela. Não franza a testa, senhor, não franza; digo, aqui entre nós, NÓS sabemos. Ambos somos homens do mundo, e NÓS sabemos muito bem que os nossos amigos aqui não são... hem?

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle relaxa e quase lhe dá uma piscadela de entendimento.

Perker explica que Rachael possui apenas algumas centenas de libras até que sua mãe idosa morra.

Jingle repete com força a palavra "idosa".

Perker diz que a mãe ainda não tem setenta e três anos e vem de uma família cujos membros normalmente vivem mais de oitenta e cinco.

Jingle pede com impaciência que continue.

Perker chama Jingle de jovem capaz que poderia construir uma fortuna se tivesse algum dinheiro inicial.

Jingle pede outra vez que continue.

Perker pergunta se Jingle entende.

Jingle diz que não entende completamente.

Perker oferece cinquenta libras e liberdade em vez de Rachael e uma longa espera pelo dinheiro dela.

Jingle se levanta e diz que cinquenta libras não chegam nem perto do suficiente.

Perker segura o botão do casaco dele e argumenta que um homem esperto poderia multiplicar cinquenta libras rapidamente.

Jingle diz que poderia fazer mais com cento e cinquenta libras.

Perker oferece setenta libras para não perderem tempo.

Original English Version

Mr. Jingle's face gradually relaxed; and something distantly resembling a wink quivered for an instant in his left eye.

'Very good, very good,' said the little man, observing the impression he had made. 'Now, the fact is, that beyond a few hundreds, the lady has little or nothing till the death of her mother--fine old lady, my dear Sir.'

'_Old_,' said Mr. Jingle briefly but emphatically.

'Why, yes,' said the attorney, with a slight cough. 'You are right, my dear Sir, she is rather old. She comes of an old family though, my dear Sir; old in every sense of the word. The founder of that family came into Kent when Julius Caesar invaded Britain;--only one member of it, since, who hasn't lived to eighty-five, and he was beheaded by one of the Henrys. The old lady is not seventy-three now, my dear Sir.' The little man paused, and took a pinch of snuff.

'Well,' cried Mr. Jingle.

'Well, my dear sir--you don't take snuff!--ah! so much the better-- expensive habit--well, my dear Sir, you're a fine young man, man of the world--able to push your fortune, if you had capital, eh?'

'Well,' said Mr. Jingle again.

'Do you comprehend me?'

'Not quite.'

'Don't you think--now, my dear Sir, I put it to you don't you think-- that fifty pounds and liberty would be better than Miss Wardle and expectation?'

'Won't do--not half enough!' said Mr. Jingle, rising.

'Nay, nay, my dear Sir,' remonstrated the little attorney, seizing him by the button. 'Good round sum--a man like you could treble it in no time--great deal to be done with fifty pounds, my dear Sir.'

'More to be done with a hundred and fifty,' replied Mr. Jingle coolly.

'Well, my dear Sir, we won't waste time in splitting straws,' resumed the little man, 'say--say--seventy.'

Tradução Integral em Português

O rosto do Sr. Jingle foi gradualmente relaxando; e algo que remotamente lembrava uma piscadela tremeluziu por um instante no olho esquerdo dele.

- Muito bom, muito bom - disse o homenzinho, observando a impressão que causara. - Ora, o fato é que, afora umas poucas centenas, a dama tem pouco ou nada até a morte da mãe... fina senhora idosa, meu caro senhor.

- IDOSA - disse o Sr. Jingle, breve, mas enfático.

- Pois é, sim - disse o advogado, com uma leve tosse. - O senhor tem razão, meu caro senhor, ela é bastante idosa. Vem de uma família antiga, no entanto, meu caro senhor; antiga em todos os sentidos da palavra. O fundador daquela família veio a Kent quando Júlio César invadiu a Bretanha; e, desde então, apenas um membro dela não viveu até os oitenta e cinco, e esse foi decapitado por um dos Henriques. A velha senhora ainda não tem setenta e três, meu caro senhor. - O homenzinho fez uma pausa e tomou uma pitada de rapé.

- E então? - exclamou o Sr. Jingle.

- E então, meu caro senhor... o senhor não cheira rapé!... ah! tanto melhor... hábito dispendioso... e então, meu caro senhor, o senhor é um belo rapaz, um homem do mundo... capaz de fazer fortuna, se tivesse capital, hem?

- E então? - disse o Sr. Jingle outra vez.

- O senhor me compreende?

- Não de todo.

- O senhor não acha... ora, meu caro senhor, ponho-lhe a questão... o senhor não acha que cinquenta libras e liberdade seriam melhores do que a Srta. Wardle e expectativas?

- Não serve... nem metade do suficiente! - disse o Sr. Jingle, levantando-se.

- Ora, ora, meu caro senhor - protestou o pequeno advogado, agarrando-o pelo botão. - Boa quantia redonda... um homem como o senhor a triplicaria num piscar de olhos... muita coisa se pode fazer com cinquenta libras, meu caro senhor.

- Mais coisa se pode fazer com cento e cinquenta - replicou o Sr. Jingle friamente.

- Bem, meu caro senhor, não vamos perder tempo em ninharias - retomou o homenzinho - , digamos... digamos... setenta.

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Jingle se recusa.

Perker pede que não vá embora e oferece oitenta libras em cheque imediato.

Jingle se recusa novamente.

Perker pergunta qual quantia Jingle aceitará.

Jingle lista seus custos: nove libras pela viagem, três pela licença, cem como compensação, além da honra ferida e da perda da dama.

Perker ignora as duas últimas exigências e oferece cem libras em vez de cento e doze.

Jingle pede mais vinte.

Perker se senta para preencher o cheque.

Perker torna o cheque pagável em dois dias para que possam levar Rachael para casa primeiro. Wardle concorda com má vontade.

Perker diz cem libras.

Jingle insiste em mais vinte.

Perker protesta.

Wardle manda Perker pagar Jingle e deixá-lo partir.

Perker preenche o cheque, e Jingle o guarda no bolso.

Wardle se levanta e manda Jingle sair imediatamente.

Perker tenta acalmá-lo.

Wardle diz que aceitou o acordo apenas porque o dinheiro ajudará Jingle a destruir a si mesmo ainda mais depressa.

Original English Version

Won't do,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Don't go away, my dear sir--pray don't hurry,' said the little man. 'Eighty; come: I'll write you a cheque at once.'

'Won't do,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Well, my dear Sir, well,' said the little man, still detaining him; 'just tell me what _will_ do.'

'Expensive affair,' said Mr. Jingle. 'Money out of pocket--posting, nine pounds; licence, three--that's twelve--compensation, a hundred--hundred and twelve--breach of honour--and loss of the lady--'

'Yes, my dear Sir, yes,' said the little man, with a knowing look, 'never mind the last two items. That's a hundred and twelve--say a hundred--come.'

'And twenty,' said Mr. Jingle.

'Come, come, I'll write you a cheque,' said the little man; and down he sat at the table for that purpose.

'I'll make it payable the day after to-morrow,' said the little man, with a look towards Mr. Wardle; 'and we can get the lady away, meanwhile.' Mr. Wardle sullenly nodded assent.

'A hundred,' said the little man.

'And twenty,' said Mr. Jingle.

'My dear Sir,' remonstrated the little man.

'Give it him,' interposed Mr. Wardle, 'and let him go.'

The cheque was written by the little gentleman, and pocketed by Mr. Jingle.

'Now, leave this house instantly!' said Wardle, starting up.

'My dear Sir,' urged the little man.

'And mind,' said Mr. Wardle, 'that nothing should have induced me to make this compromise--not even a regard for my family--if I had not known that the moment you got any money in that pocket of yours, you'd go to the devil faster, if possible, than you would without it--'

Tradução Integral em Português

- Não serve - disse o Sr. Jingle.

- Não vá embora, meu caro senhor... peço-lhe, não se apresse - disse o homenzinho. - Oitenta; vamos: passo-lhe um cheque agora mesmo.

- Não serve - disse o Sr. Jingle.

- Bem, meu caro senhor, bem - disse o homenzinho, ainda o detendo - ; diga-me apenas o que é que SERVE.

- Negócio caro - disse o Sr. Jingle. - Dinheiro do bolso... postas, nove libras; licença, três... isso dá doze... compensação, cem... cento e doze... quebra de honra... e perda da dama...

- Sim, meu caro senhor, sim - disse o homenzinho, com um olhar matreiro - , deixe pra lá os dois últimos itens. Isso dá cento e doze... digamos cem... vamos.

- E vinte - disse o Sr. Jingle.

- Vamos, vamos, passo-lhe um cheque - disse o homenzinho; e sentou-se à mesa para tal fim.

- Vou fazê-lo pagável depois de amanhã - disse o homenzinho, com um olhar em direção ao Sr. Wardle - ; e nesse meio-tempo podemos levar a dama embora. - O Sr. Wardle anuiu com um aceno emburrado.

- Cem - disse o homenzinho.

- E vinte - disse o Sr. Jingle.

- Meu caro senhor - protestou o homenzinho.

- Dê a ele - interpôs-se o Sr. Wardle - , e que se vá.

O cheque foi preenchido pelo pequeno cavalheiro e embolsado pelo Sr. Jingle.

- Agora, deixe esta casa imediatamente! - disse Wardle, pondo-se de pé num salto.

- Meu caro senhor - insistiu o homenzinho.

- E fique sabendo - disse o Sr. Wardle - que nada me teria induzido a fazer este acordo... nem mesmo a consideração pela minha família... se eu não soubesse que, no instante em que o senhor arranjasse algum dinheiro nesse seu bolso, iria pro diabo mais depressa, se possível, do que iria sem ele...

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Perker tenta interromper novamente.

Wardle manda Perker ficar quieto e ordena que Jingle saia da sala.

Sem vergonha, Jingle diz que está partindo e se despede casualmente de Pickwick.

Os olhos de Pickwick queimam de raiva, suas narinas se abrem, e seus punhos se fecham. Mesmo assim, ele se controla e não ataca Jingle.

Jingle joga a licença de casamento aos pés de Pickwick. Sugere trocar o nome nela, levar Rachael para casa e usá-la para Tupman.

O insulto atinge o coração de Pickwick. Ele lança um tinteiro e corre para a frente, mas Jingle desapareceu, e Sam o segura.

Sam brinca que os móveis devem ser baratos onde Pickwick mora. Aponta para a marca de tinta na parede e diz que perseguir Jingle é inútil porque ele já está longe.

Pickwick reconhece rapidamente a verdade. Sua raiva desaparece, e ele recupera o fôlego enquanto olha com bondade para os amigos.

O narrador se recusa a descrever o choro doloroso de Rachael depois que Jingle a abandona, embora Pickwick tenha registrado a cena com lágrimas.

Original English Version

'My dear sir,' urged the little man again.

'Be quiet, Perker,' resumed Wardle. 'Leave the room, Sir.'

'Off directly,' said the unabashed Jingle. 'Bye bye, Pickwick.'

If any dispassionate spectator could have beheld the countenance of the illustrious man, whose name forms the leading feature of the title of this work, during the latter part of this conversation, he would have been almost induced to wonder that the indignant fire which flashed from his eyes did not melt the glasses of his spectacles--so majestic was his wrath. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. But he restrained himself again- -he did not pulverise him.

'Here,' continued the hardened traitor, tossing the licence at Mr. Pickwick's feet; 'get the name altered--take home the lady--do for Tuppy.'

Mr. Pickwick was a philosopher, but philosophers are only men in armour, after all. The shaft had reached him, penetrated through his philosophical harness, to his very heart. In the frenzy of his rage, he hurled the inkstand madly forward, and followed it up himself. But Mr. Jingle had disappeared, and he found himself caught in the arms of Sam.

'Hollo,' said that eccentric functionary, 'furniter's cheap where you come from, Sir. Self-acting ink, that 'ere; it's wrote your mark upon the wall, old gen'l'm'n. Hold still, Sir; wot's the use o' runnin' arter a man as has made his lucky, and got to t'other end of the Borough by this time?'

Mr. Pickwick's mind, like those of all truly great men, was open to conviction. He was a quick and powerful reasoner; and a moment's reflection sufficed to remind him of the impotency of his rage. It subsided as quickly as it had been roused. He panted for breath, and looked benignantly round upon his friends.

Shall we tell the lamentations that ensued when Miss Wardle found herself deserted by the faithless Jingle? Shall we extract Mr. Pickwick's masterly description of that heartrending scene? His note- book, blotted with the tears of sympathising humanity, lies open before us; one word, and it is in the printer's hands. But, no! we will be resolute! We will not wring the public bosom, with the delineation of such suffering!

Tradução Integral em Português

- Meu caro senhor - insistiu o homenzinho outra vez.

- Quieto, Perker - retomou Wardle. - Saia do quarto, senhor.

- Já de saída - disse o desavergonhado Jingle. - Adeusinho, Pickwick.

Se algum espectador desapaixonado pudesse ter contemplado o semblante do ilustre homem cujo nome constitui o principal traço do título desta obra, durante a última parte desse diálogo, quase teria sido levado a admirar-se de que o fogo indignado que faiscava de seus olhos não derretesse as lentes dos óculos... tão majestosa era a sua ira. As narinas dilataram-se, e os punhos cerraram-se involuntariamente, ao ouvir-se interpelado pelo vilão. Mas conteve-se mais uma vez... não o pulverizou.

- Tome - prosseguiu o empedernido traidor, atirando a licença aos pés do Sr. Pickwick - ; mande alterar o nome... leve a dama pra casa... dê de presente ao Tuppy.

O Sr. Pickwick era um filósofo, mas os filósofos não passam, afinal, de homens de armadura. O dardo o alcançara, penetrara-lhe através da couraça filosófica, até o íntimo do coração. No frenesi da fúria, arremessou o tinteiro loucamente para a frente e lançou-se ele próprio no encalço. Mas o Sr. Jingle havia desaparecido, e ele se viu preso nos braços de Sam.

- Alô - disse aquele excêntrico funcionário - , móvel é barato lá de onde o senhor vem. Tinta automática, essa aí; escreveu a sua marca na parede, velho cavalheiro. Fique quieto, senhor; de que adianta correr atrás de um homem que deu no pé e já deve estar do outro lado do Borough a esta altura?

A mente do Sr. Pickwick, como a de todos os homens verdadeiramente grandes, estava aberta à convicção. Era um pensador rápido e poderoso; e um instante de reflexão bastou para lembrá-lo da impotência de sua fúria. Ela se dissipou tão depressa quanto se acendera. Ele arquejou por fôlego e lançou um olhar benévolo em torno de seus amigos.

Havemos de contar as lamentações que se seguiram quando a Srta. Wardle se viu abandonada pelo desleal Jingle? Havemos de extrair a magistral descrição que o Sr. Pickwick fez daquela cena de partir o coração? A caderneta dele, borrada com as lágrimas da compassiva humanidade, jaz aberta diante de nós; uma palavra, e ela estará nas mãos do tipógrafo. Mas não! havemos de ser resolutos! Não espremeremos o peito do público com a pintura de tamanho sofrimento!

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Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Na noite seguinte, Wardle, Pickwick e a abandonada Rachael voltam tristemente de carruagem para Manor Farm.

Original English Version

Slowly and sadly did the two friends and the deserted lady return next day in the Muggleton heavy coach. Dimly and darkly had the sombre shadows of a summer's night fallen upon all around, when they again reached Dingley Dell, and stood within the entrance to Manor Farm.

Tradução Integral em Português

Lenta e tristemente regressaram os dois amigos e a dama abandonada, no dia seguinte, na pesada diligência de Muggleton. Vaga e sombriamente caíram por toda a volta as lúgubres sombras de uma noite de verão quando eles alcançaram novamente Dingley Dell e se detiveram à entrada de Manor Farm.

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CHAPTER XI. Involving Another Journey, and an Antiquarian Discovery; Recording Mr. Pickwick's Determination to Be Present at an Election; and Containing a Manuscript of the Old Clergyman's

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Uma noite tranquila e o ar fresco da manhã recuperam Pickwick. Ele recebe Winkle e Snodgrass com alegria depois de dois dias separados, mas percebe que os dois parecem estranhamente tristes e misteriosos.

Depois de cumprimentos carinhosos, Pickwick pergunta como Tupman está.

Winkle não responde. Vira o rosto e parece perdido em pensamentos tristes.

Pickwick pergunta com seriedade a Snodgrass se Tupman está doente.

Com uma lágrima no olho, Snodgrass diz que Tupman não está doente.

Pickwick para e examina os dois amigos.

Ele exige saber o que o comportamento deles significa, onde Tupman está e o que aconteceu.

Pickwick fala com uma dignidade tão séria que eles não conseguem se recusar a responder.

Snodgrass contou a Pickwick que Tupman havia partido.

Pickwick repetiu a notícia com choque e incredulidade.

Snodgrass confirmou mais uma vez que Tupman havia partido.

Pickwick perguntou com urgência para onde Tupman havia ido.

Snodgrass entregou uma carta a Pickwick. Explicou que Tupman ficou mais triste ao saber que Rachael voltaria, desapareceu durante o dia e providenciou para que a carta chegasse à noite.

Original English Version

A night of quiet and repose in the profound silence of Dingley Dell, and an hour's breathing of its fresh and fragrant air on the ensuing morning, completely recovered Mr. Pickwick from the effects of his late fatigue of body and anxiety of mind. That illustrious man had been separated from his friends and followers for two whole days; and it was with a degree of pleasure and delight, which no common imagination can adequately conceive, that he stepped forward to greet Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass, as he encountered those gentlemen on his return from his early walk. The pleasure was mutual; for who could ever gaze on Mr. Pickwick's beaming face without experiencing the sensation? But still a cloud seemed to hang over his companions which that great man could not but be sensible of, and was wholly at a loss to account for. There was a mysterious air about them both, as unusual as it was alarming.

'And how,' said Mr. Pickwick, when he had grasped his followers by the hand, and exchanged warm salutations of welcome--'how is Tupman?'

Mr. Winkle, to whom the question was more peculiarly addressed, made no reply. He turned away his head, and appeared absorbed in melancholy reflection.

'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Pickwick earnestly, 'how is our friend--he is not ill?'

'No,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; and a tear trembled on his sentimental eyelid, like a rain-drop on a window-frame--'no; he is not ill.'

Mr. Pickwick stopped, and gazed on each of his friends in turn.

'Winkle--Snodgrass,' said Mr. Pickwick; 'what does this mean? Where is our friend? What has happened? Speak--I conjure, I entreat--nay, I command you, speak.'

There was a solemnity--a dignity--in Mr. Pickwick's manner, not to be withstood.

'He is gone,' said Mr. Snodgrass.

'Gone!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick. 'Gone!'

'Gone,' repeated Mr. Snodgrass.

'Where!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick.

'We can only guess, from that communication,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, taking a letter from his pocket, and placing it in his friend's hand. 'Yesterday morning, when a letter was received from Mr. Wardle, stating that you would be home with his sister at night, the melancholy which had hung over our friend during the whole of the previous day, was observed to increase. He shortly afterwards disappeared: he was missing during the whole day, and in the evening this letter was brought by the hostler from the Crown, at Muggleton. It had been left in his charge in the morning, with a strict injunction that it should not be delivered until night.'

Tradução Integral em Português

Uma noite de sossego e repouso no silêncio profundo de Dingley Dell, e uma hora de respiração do seu ar fresco e perfumado na manhã seguinte, restabeleceram por completo o Sr. Pickwick dos efeitos da recente fadiga do corpo e da ansiedade do espírito. Aquele homem ilustre estivera separado dos seus amigos e seguidores por dois dias inteiros; e foi com um grau de prazer e de deleite que nenhuma imaginação comum pode conceber adequadamente que ele deu um passo à frente para saudar o Sr. Winkle e o Sr. Snodgrass, ao encontrar esses cavalheiros no regresso do seu passeio matinal. O prazer foi mútuo; pois quem poderia jamais contemplar o rosto radiante do Sr. Pickwick sem experimentar tal sensação? Mas ainda assim uma nuvem parecia pairar sobre os seus companheiros, da qual aquele grande homem não podia deixar de dar-se conta, e que era inteiramente incapaz de explicar. Havia em ambos um ar misterioso, tão insólito quanto alarmante.

- E como - disse o Sr. Pickwick, depois de apertar a mão dos seus seguidores e trocar calorosas saudações de boas-vindas - , como vai Tupman?

O Sr. Winkle, a quem a pergunta se dirigia mais particularmente, não respondeu. Desviou a cabeça e pareceu absorto numa melancólica reflexão.

- Snodgrass - disse o Sr. Pickwick com gravidade - , como vai o nosso amigo? Não está doente?

- Não - respondeu o Sr. Snodgrass; e uma lágrima tremeu-lhe na sentimental pálpebra, como uma gota de chuva no caixilho de uma janela. - Não; não está doente.

O Sr. Pickwick estacou e fitou cada um dos seus amigos, um após o outro.

- Winkle... Snodgrass - disse o Sr. Pickwick - , que quer dizer isto? Onde está o nosso amigo? Que aconteceu? Falem... eu conjuro, eu suplico... não, eu vos ordeno, falem.

Havia uma solenidade - uma dignidade - nos modos do Sr. Pickwick a que não era possível resistir.

- Ele se foi - disse o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Foi-se! - exclamou o Sr. Pickwick. - Foi-se!

- Foi-se - repetiu o Sr. Snodgrass.

- Para onde! - bradou o Sr. Pickwick.

- Só podemos conjeturar, por esta mensagem - respondeu o Sr. Snodgrass, tirando uma carta do bolso e colocando-a na mão do amigo. - Ontem de manhã, quando chegou uma carta do Sr. Wardle dizendo que o senhor voltaria à noite com a irmã dele, notou-se que a melancolia que pairava sobre o nosso amigo durante todo o dia anterior aumentava. Pouco depois ele desapareceu: esteve sumido o dia inteiro, e, ao anoitecer, esta carta foi trazida pelo cavalariço da Crown, em Muggleton. Fora deixada aos cuidados dele de manhã, com a ordem terminante de que não fosse entregue senão à noite.

Retorna à Versão Inglês Simplificada    Go to the Original English Version

Tradução da Versão Simplificada (B1)

Pickwick abriu a carta e reconheceu a letra de Tupman.

Tupman escreveu que Pickwick era mais forte que as pessoas comuns. Descreveu a dor de perder uma mulher encantadora e ser enganado por um falso amigo.

Original English Version

Mr. Pickwick opened the epistle. It was in his friend's hand-writing, and these were its contents:--

'MY DEAR PICKWICK,--_You_, my dear friend, are placed far beyond the reach of many mortal frailties and weaknesses which ordinary people cannot overcome. You do not know what it is, at one blow, to be deserted by a lovely and fascinating creature, and to fall a victim to the artifices of a villain, who had the grin of cunning beneath the mask of friendship. I hope you never may.

Tradução Integral em Português

O Sr. Pickwick abriu a epístola. Era da letra do seu amigo, e estes eram os seus dizeres:

'MEU CARO PICKWICK, - _Você_, meu caro amigo, está colocado muito acima do alcance de muitas fraquezas e debilidades mortais que as pessoas comuns não conseguem vencer. Você não sabe o que é, de um só golpe, ser abandonado por uma criatura encantadora e fascinante, e cair vítima dos artifícios de um vilão que ocultava o esgar da astúcia sob a máscara da amizade. Espero que nunca o saiba.

Retorna à Versão Inglês Simplificada    Go to the Original English Version

Glossary: New Words (1/4)

Priority words from the simplified reading and post-nominal letters found in this book. Post-nominals are abbreviations placed after a person's name to identify honours, professional memberships, academic titles or qualifications. Each entry shows up to six real uses; Back to B1 opens the exact simplified sentence, while Back to Original opens the exact paragraph in Original English.

abandon /əˈbændən/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abandonar; abandono

Simple English: To leave someone with no intention of returning.

Example: He chose to abandon his project because it was too difficult.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The next evening, Wardle, Pickwick, and the abandoned Rachael sadly return to Manor Farm by coach. Go to

abandons /əˈbændənz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abandona

Simple English: leaves someone or something without support or care

Example: Jingle abandons Rachael after causing her pain.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The narrator refuses to describe Rachael's painful crying after Jingle abandons her, though Pickwick recorded the scene with tears. Go to

accompany /əˈkʌmpəni/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: acompanhar

Simple English: To go somewhere with another person or group.

Example: I will accompany you to the concert this weekend.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass promises to accompany him. Go to

2. Tupman says the air will help him and asks to accompany her. Go to

3. The women beg someone to accompany Wardle because they fear he will kill somebody. Go to

adjusts /əˈdʒʌsts/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ajusta; arruma

Simple English: Changes or moves something slightly so that it fits or works properly.

Example: Tulkinghorn adjusts his spectacles before leaving the room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick adjusts his glasses and asks what the soldiers are doing. Go to

2. She adjusts the support around his injured arm, takes his other arm, and leads him into the garden. Go to

admirable /ˈædmərəbəl/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: admirável; digno de admiração

Simple English: Deserving respect and praise.

Example: His patience with the beginners was admirable.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It occurred to Mr. Winkle that this advice was very like that which bystanders invariably give to the smallest boy in a street fight, namely, 'Go in, and win'--an admirable thing to recommend, if you only know how to do it. Go to

2. 'Capital game--well played--some strokes admirable,' said the stranger, as both sides crowded into the tent, at the conclusion of the game. Go to

3. 'Excellent rule, that,' said Mr. Pickwick--'admirable.' Go to

admirer /ədˈmaɪərər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: admirador; pretendente

Simple English: Someone who likes and respects a person, or who is in love with them.

Example: The young singer waited backstage while an admirer handed her a bunch of roses.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick was, as our readers may have gathered from the slight extract we gave from his description of Chatham, an enthusiastic admirer of the army. Go to

admires /ədˈmaɪərz/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: admira

Simple English: Looks at something with pleasure and respect.

Example: Everyone admires the pattern on the great glass dome.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As the stranger admires himself in a mirror, Tupman explains that the new coat has their club button. Go to

2. He shakes hands with the doctor, Lieutenant Tappleton, Payne, and finally Snodgrass, who greatly admires his heroic friend. Go to

3. Pickwick greatly admires the army, and the event pleases all his friends. Go to

4. He admires the young women but is especially attracted to their proud and dignified aunt. Go to

admiring /ədˈmaɪərɪŋ/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: admirado; cheio de admiração

Simple English: Showing that you think someone is very good.

Example: An admiring crowd stood around the singer.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The man says standing before the stage lights is like admiring rich people in beautiful clothes. Go to

2. The gloomy man asked whether Pickwick was admiring the view. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Go to

2. 'What a sarcastic smile,' said the admiring Rachael; 'I declare I'm quite afraid of you.' Go to

advance /ədˈvæns/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: antecedência; avanço; adiantamento

Simple English: A forward movement of soldiers toward an objective or position.

Example: The army decided to advance their position at dawn for a surprise attack.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick and his two friends are trapped between the advancing and waiting armies. Go to

2. Officers in the advancing line shout at them. Go to

advises /ədˈvaɪzɪz/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aconselha

Simple English: gives someone a recommendation about what to do

Example: The stranger advises lemonade in the hot room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger pretends the doctor drank too much and advises lemonade for older gentlemen in hot rooms. Go to

2. Snodgrass says it is safe and advises Winkle to remain steady and wound his opponent. Go to

3. Tappleton apologizes to Pickwick for the situation but advises him to choose his companions more carefully. Go to

4. Pickwick advises him to lead the horse until they reach a gate. Go to

5. The little lawyer advises caution. Go to

affectionate /əˈfekʃənət/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: afetuoso; carinhoso

Simple English: Showing warm love and care for someone.

Example: She wrote an affectionate letter to her grandmother every Sunday.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Go to

2. 'Do you think my dear nieces pretty?' whispered their affectionate aunt to Mr. Tupman. Go to

3. I wish I could think it was only manner--I hope it may be--' (Here the affectionate relative heaved a deep sigh, and shook her head despondingly). Go to

4. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Go to

affectionately /əˈfekʃənətli/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: afetuosamente; com carinho

Simple English: In a way that shows love and warmth.

Example: He patted the old dog affectionately.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The aunt answered Isabella affectionately. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'You will take cold in the evening air,' urged the spinster aunt affectionately. Go to

2. 'Don't be long,' said the spinster affectionately, as Mr. Jingle stuck the pinched-up hat on his head. Go to

agreeable /əˈɡriːəbəl/ (34 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: agradável; aceitável

Simple English: Pleasant, acceptable, or willing to agree.

Example: The April weather was mild and agreeable.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick was roused from the agreeable reverie into which he had been led by the objects before him, by a deep sigh, and a touch on his shoulder. Go to

2. Wery well, I'm agreeable: I can't say no fairer than that, can I, sir?' (Mr. Go to

alarmed /əˈlɑːrmd/ (24 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alarmado; assustado; apreensivo

Simple English: Suddenly worried or frightened that something bad may happen.

Example: The teacher looked alarmed when the smoke detector went off during the exam.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Alarmed, Pickwick asked why the boys were there. Go to

2. The old lady became alarmed by Joe's serious manner and asked what had happened. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle replied in the affirmative; and perceiving that he had not alarmed his companion sufficiently, changed his ground. Go to

2. All last night, her large, staring eyes and pale face were close to mine; wherever I turned, they turned; and whenever I started up from my sleep, she was at the bedside looking at me." He drew me closer to him, as he said in a deep alarmed whisper, "Jem, she must be an evil spirit--a devil! Go to

3. 'I--I--really think they are,' urged Mr. Snodgrass, somewhat alarmed. Go to

4. He was staring hard at the stranger, and though his eyes were lustreless and heavy at first, they appeared to glow with an unnatural and alarmed expression after they had been fixed upon him for a short time, until they seemed to be starting from their sockets. Go to

5. He was rather alarmed; for he was not quite certain but that the distress of the agricultural interest, about which he had often heard a great deal, might have compelled the small boys attached to the soil to earn a precarious and hazardous subsistence by making marks of themselves for inexperienced sportsmen. Go to

6. What?' exclaimed the old lady, alarmed at the solemn manner of the corpulent youth. Go to

aldgate /ˈɔːldɡeɪt/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Aldgate

Simple English: A station and area in London.

Example: The next news came when a platelayer named Mason found his dead body just outside Aldgate Station on the Underground in London."

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Mr. Blotton of Aldgate stood and asked whether Pickwick meant him. Go to

Original English Version

1. BLOTTON (of Aldgate) rose to order. Go to

alleys /ˈæliz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: becos

Simple English: narrow passages between buildings

Example: The poor man lives near dark alleys.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'About this time, and when he had been existing for upwards of a year no one knew how, I had a short engagement at one of the theatres on the Surrey side of the water, and here I saw this man, whom I had lost sight of for some time; for I had been travelling in the provinces, and he had been skulking in the lanes and alleys of London. Go to

amazement /əˈmeɪzmənt/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: espanto; assombro; admiração

Simple English: A feeling of great surprise and wonder.

Example: She stared in amazement at the castle.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle repeats "a written apology" in amazement. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'A written apology!' repeated Mr. Winkle, in the most emphatic tone of amazement possible. Go to

amiable /ˈeɪmiəbəl/ (25 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: amável; afável

Simple English: Friendly and pleasant to be with.

Example: The new neighbour is an amiable sort of man.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There was a short pause; the brandy-and-water had done its work; the amiable countenance of Mr. Pickwick was fast recovering its customary expression. Go to

2. The young ladies laughed very heartily, and the old one tried to look amiable, but couldn't manage it. Go to

3. 'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Go to

4. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Go to

5. Stimulated by this inspiring reflection, Mr. Samuel brushed away with such hearty good-will, that in a few minutes the boots and shoes, with a polish which would have struck envy to the soul of the amiable Mr. Warren (for they used Day & Martin at the White Hart), had arrived at the door of number five. Go to

angering /ˈæŋɡərɪŋ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: irritando; enfurecendo

Simple English: Causing someone to become angry.

Example: Nancy stayed silent for fear of angering Sikes.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He made several mistakes, greatly angering the fat gentleman and amusing the old woman. Go to

angrily /ˈæŋɡrɪli/ (92 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com raiva; furiosamente

Simple English: In a way that shows anger.

Example: He shouted angrily at the door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When someone shouted "No," Pickwick angrily suggested that a jealous rival was attacking him. Go to

2. Pickwick angrily says he did not write it down. Go to

3. The man with the chair angrily agrees with the question. Go to

4. He looks angrily at the waiter and then at the others, seeking information. Go to

5. He looks angrily at him and whispers to Tappleton. Go to

6. The cruel reply may have been deserved, but the aunt would probably have answered angrily if Wardle had not changed the subject by calling Joe. Go to

animal's /ˈænɪməlz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do animal

Simple English: Belonging to an animal.

Example: The vet checked the animal's leg carefully.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Go to

Anxious /ˈæŋkʃəs/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ansioso; ancioso; impaciente

Simple English: Feeling worried about something that might happen.

Example: I am anxious about my exam results coming next week.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. In an anxious voice, Winkle asks if Snodgrass has everything. Go to

anxiously /ˈæŋkʃəsli/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ansiosamente; preocupadamente

Simple English: In a worried and nervous way.

Example: She waited anxiously for the news.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The sick man anxiously asks if she has gone. Go to

2. Emily anxiously asks if something is wrong with Snodgrass. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him. Go to

2. He opened his eyes after a few seconds, and looked anxiously round. Go to

3. We only know that he paused suddenly, drew a long and deep breath, and looked anxiously on, as two of the principal members of the Dingley Dell club approached Mr. Pickwick, and said-- Go to

apologizes /əˈpɒlədʒaɪzɪz/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pede desculpas

Simple English: says sorry for a mistake or offence

Example: The doctor apologizes for causing Winkle trouble.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The friendly doctor offers his hand, praises Winkle's courage, and apologizes for causing a useless and inconvenient meeting. Go to

2. Tappleton apologizes to Pickwick for the situation but advises him to choose his companions more carefully. Go to

appetites /ˈæpɪtaɪts/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: apetites

Simple English: The feelings of wanting to eat, or strong desires.

Example: The long walk gave them good appetites.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. They sat down to the meal; and broiled ham, eggs, tea, coffee and sundries, began to disappear with a rapidity which at once bore testimony to the excellence of the fare, and the appetites of its consumers. Go to

2. The arm was examined, the wound dressed, and pronounced to be a very slight one; and the minds of the company having been thus satisfied, they proceeded to satisfy their appetites with countenances to which an expression of cheerfulness was again restored. Go to

apron /ˈeɪprən/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: avental

Simple English: A piece of cloth worn over the front of the clothes to keep them clean.

Example: Aunt Em wore an apron while she cooked.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. Go to

aprons /ˈeɪprənz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aventais

Simple English: Pieces of cloth worn over the front of clothes while working.

Example: The maids wore white aprons.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Two men in white aprons greeted visitors and asked if they wanted a licence. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.' Go to

2. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Go to

arches /ˈɑːrtʃɪz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: arcos; arcadas

Simple English: Curved parts of a building that hold up a wall or bridge.

Example: Shops were built under the stone arches.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger rapidly praises the old walls, arches, dark corners, cathedral, ancient stairs, doors, monks, weapons, tombs, and legends. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Go to

army's /ˈɑːrmiz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: do exército

Simple English: Belonging to the army.

Example: The army's tents covered the whole field.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A roar announces the army's arrival. Go to

assemblies /əˈsɛmbliz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assembleias; reuniões

Simple English: Groups of people gathered for a common purpose, meeting, or social event.

Example: She longed to attend one of the old Barrington assemblies.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'No names at all;' and then he whispered Mr. Tupman, 'names won't do-- not known--very good names in their way, but not great ones--capital names for a small party, but won't make an impression in public assemblies--incog. the thing--gentlemen from London--distinguished foreigners--anything.' The door was thrown open, and Mr. Tracy Tupman and the stranger entered the ballroom. Go to

astonished /əˈstɑːnɪʃt/ (36 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: espantou; surpreendeu; deixou pasmo

Simple English: Very surprised.

Example: We were astonished by the news.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Astonished, Pickwick says he did not want the number. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I didn't want your number,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick. Go to

2. He was astonished, but by no means dismayed. Go to

3. 'No--never!' replied the astonished Mr. Pickwick. Go to

4. 'Most extraordinary thing I have ever met with in my life,' said the astonished Mr. Pickwick. Go to

5. 'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity. Go to

astonishment /əˈstɑːnɪʃmənt/ (57 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: espanto; assombro

Simple English: A feeling of very great surprise.

Example: She stared at the unexpected visitor in astonishment.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Weeks!' said Mr. Pickwick in astonishment, and out came the note-book again. Go to

2. What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Go to

3. Mr. Tupman looked on, in mute astonishment. Go to

4. The surprise of Mr. Tupman at this summary proceeding, great as it was, was immeasurably exceeded by the astonishment of the doctor. Go to

5. Mr. Winkle's astonishment was too real, and too evident, to escape the observation of Doctor Slammer's friend; he therefore proceeded-- Go to

6. Mr. Winkle actually staggered with astonishment as he heard his own costume thus minutely described. Go to

attendant's /əˈtɛndənts/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do atendente; do auxiliar

Simple English: The possessive form of attendant.

Example: The doctor relied on the attendant's evidence.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. From what I had heard of the medical attendant's opinion, I knew there was no hope for him: I was sitting by his death-bed. Go to

augustus /ɔːˈgʌstəs/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Augusto

Simple English: a man's first name

Example: Marshall went straight down the street to the side door of Augustus Palmer's barber shop.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

2. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

2. 'Magnificent ruin!' said Mr. Augustus Snodgrass, with all the poetic fervour that distinguished him, when they came in sight of the fine old castle. Go to

aunt's /ænts/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da tia

Simple English: Belonging to an aunt, the sister of a parent.

Example: He slept in his aunt's spare room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Emily protested in surprise at her aunt's comment. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I'm sure aunt's talking about us,' whispered Miss Emily Wardle to her sister--'I'm quite certain of it--she looks so malicious.' Go to

2. There is no guessing in what form of reply the aunt's indignation would have vented itself, had not Mr. Wardle unconsciously changed the subject, by calling emphatically for Joe. Go to

3. That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them. Go to

4. 'Can I,' said Mr. Jingle, fixing his eyes on the aunt's face--'can I see--lovely creature--sacrificed at the shrine--heartless avarice!' He appeared to be struggling with various conflicting emotions for a few seconds, and then said in a low voice-- 'Tupman only wants your money.' Go to

5. 'Licence, dearest of angels--give notice at the church--call you mine, to-morrow'--said Mr. Jingle, and he squeezed the spinster aunt's hand. Go to

awaken /əˈweɪkən/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: despertar; acordar; reavivar

Simple English: To wake someone, or to cause a feeling, memory, or quality to become active.

Example: Bucket only wanted to awaken Gridley's old anger.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Peaceful Dingley Dell and its kind women awaken Tupman's romantic feelings. Go to

Original English Version

1. That cry struck a terror to the culprit's heart, which trial, condemnation--the approach of death itself, had failed to awaken. Go to

2. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Go to

3. 'We want to know,' said the little man solemnly; 'and we ask the question of you, in order that we may not awaken apprehensions inside-- we want to know who you've got in this house at present?' Go to

bacchus /ˈbækəs/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Baco

Simple English: The Roman god of wine and feasting.

Example: The students drank a toast to Bacchus.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger calls Tupman fat, jokes that he looks like Bacchus in ordinary clothes, laughs, and asks for the wine. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.' Go to

2. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Go to

bandaged /ˈbændɪdʒd/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: enfaixada; com curativo

Simple English: Covered with a long piece of cloth over a wound.

Example: His bandaged hand rested on the table.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The friends bandaged Tupman's arm and slowly carried him home. Go to

barmaid /ˈbɑːrmeɪd/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: atendente de bar; garçonete de bar

Simple English: A woman who serves drinks in a bar or pub.

Example: The barmaid remembered when the guest went upstairs.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He sarcastically praises one soldier who stabbed a barmaid after she refused him more drink, then offered to forgive her. Go to

Original English Version

1. The barmaid had positively refused to draw him any more liquor; in return for which he had (merely in playfulness) drawn his bayonet, and wounded the girl in the shoulder. Go to

barnwell /ˈbɑːrnwɛl/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: George Barnwell

Simple English: the title of an old tragic play about a young man named George Barnwell

Example: Wopsle came out of the bookshop with the tragedy George Barnwell.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam interrupted the legal speech with a joke about George Barnwell. Go to

Original English Version

1. If any authority can be necessary on such a point, my dear sir, let me refer you to the well-known case in Barnwell and--' Go to

2. 'Never mind George Barnwell,' interrupted Sam, who had remained a wondering listener during this short colloquy; 'everybody knows what sort of a case his was, tho' it's always been my opinion, mind you, that the young 'ooman deserved scragging a precious sight more than he did. Go to

barrow /ˈbæroʊ/ (24 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carrinho de mão

Simple English: a small handcart with one wheel

Example: Sam pushes his grievance on like a barrow.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Beg your pardon, sir,' said Sam, when he had concluded, 'but wen I gets on this here grievance, I runs on like a new barrow with the wheel greased.' Having said which, and having paused for an instant to see whether he was wanted for anything more, Sam left the room. Go to

baskets /ˈbæskɪts/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cestas; cestos

Simple English: Containers made of thin strips of wood, straw, or plastic.

Example: They carried their tools in baskets.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger calls sole an excellent fish and makes a confusing joke about London coaches carrying baskets of them to political dinners. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Go to

2. Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Go to

bayonets /ˈbeɪənəts/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: baionetas

Simple English: Long blades fixed to the ends of rifles for close combat.

Example: The soldiers speared rats with their bayonets.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The firing stops, but then six regiments fix their bayonets and run directly toward Pickwick and his friends. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed. Go to

begs /bɛɡz/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mendiga; pede esmola

Simple English: Asks other people for food or money.

Example: He begs at the same corner every day.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle suddenly begs Snodgrass not to inform the authorities or bring police to arrest him and Doctor Slammer before the duel. Go to

2. The sick man struggles to remember Hutley, then grabs his wrist and begs him to stay. Go to

3. The man begs Hutley to keep her away. Go to

4. Winkle shouts that the horse refuses to follow and begs Pickwick to help hold it. Go to

5. He begs her to say she loves him. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Ha! ha!' replied Jingle; and then he added, with a knowing wink, and a jerk of the thumb towards the interior of the chaise--'I say--she's very well--desires her compliments--begs you won't trouble yourself--love to _Tuppy_--won't you get up behind?--drive on, boys.' Go to

benches /ˈbɛntʃɪz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bancos

Simple English: Long seats for two or more people.

Example: The students sat on wooden benches.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger tells the waiter there is great confusion on the stairs, with benches, workers, lamps, glasses, and musical instruments. Go to

2. The long ballroom has red benches, candles, musicians above the floor, and several groups dancing. Go to

Original English Version

1. It was a long room, with crimson-covered benches, and wax candles in glass chandeliers. Go to

bitterly /ˈbɪtərli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: amargamente; com amargura

Simple English: In a way that shows deep sadness or anger.

Example: He spoke bitterly about his lost years.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! Go to

blazo /ˈbleɪzoʊ/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Blazo

Simple English: the surname of Colonel Blazo, a cricket player

Example: Sir Thomas Blazo bowls at Jingle but cannot get him out before fainting in the heat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him. Go to

2. The stranger asked whether he meant Blazo. Go to

3. The old gentleman said he meant the other man, not Blazo. Go to

Original English Version

1. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Go to

2. 'Blazo?' Go to

blinds /blaɪndz/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: persianas; venezianas; cega

Simple English: Coverings for windows that can be pulled down or closed.

Example: She lowered the blinds against the afternoon sun.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick had made his preliminary arrangements, and was looking over the coffee-room blinds at the passengers in the street, when the waiter entered, and announced that the chaise was ready--an announcement which the vehicle itself confirmed, by forthwith appearing before the coffee- room blinds aforesaid. Go to

2. There was a red brick house with a small paved courtyard in front, which anybody might have known belonged to the attorney; and there was, moreover, another red brick house with Venetian blinds, and a large brass door-plate with a very legible announcement that it belonged to the surgeon. Go to

blisters /ˈblɪstərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bolhas na pele

Simple English: Small swellings on the skin filled with liquid.

Example: His hands were covered with blisters from digging.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Go to

blotton /ˈblɒtən/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Blotton

Simple English: the surname of Mr. Blotton of Aldgate

Example: Blotton of Aldgate asks whether Pickwick means him.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Mr. Blotton of Aldgate stood and asked whether Pickwick meant him. Go to

2. Pickwick refused to be silenced by the noise and admitted that he had meant Mr. Blotton. Go to

3. Mr. Blotton said he rejected the false and insulting accusation with complete contempt. Go to

4. The chairman said he was sure Mr. Blotton would take back the insulting word. Go to

5. Mr. Blotton respectfully but firmly said he would not take it back. Go to

6. The chairman then asked whether Blotton had used the word in its ordinary meaning. Go to

Original English Version

1. BLOTTON (of Aldgate) rose to order. Go to

2. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.") Go to

3. BLOTTON, with all possible respect for the chair, was quite sure he would not. Go to

4. BLOTTON had no hesitation in saying that he had not--he had used the word in its Pickwickian sense. (Hear, hear.) He was bound to acknowledge that, personally, he entertained the highest regard and esteem for the honourable gentleman; he had merely considered him a humbug in a Pickwickian point of view. (Hear, hear.) Go to

blushed /blʌʃt/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: corou; enrubesceu

Simple English: Became red in the face from shame or pleasure.

Example: She blushed when everyone clapped.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She blushed and looked gratefully at Jingle. Go to

2. Rachael blushed and repeated, "The licence!" Go to

Original English Version

1. She blushed slightly, and cast a grateful look on Mr. Jingle. Go to

blushes /ˈblʌʃɪz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rubores; fica avermelhado

Simple English: redness in the face from emotion, or turns red in this way

Example: Her blushes revealed her embarrassment.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Rachael blushes deeply and says his name. Go to

blushing /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: corando; ruborizando-se

Simple English: Turning red in the face from shame or shyness.

Example: She thanked him, blushing to the ears.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. After a great many jokes about squeezing the ladies' sleeves, and a vast quantity of blushing at sundry jocose proposals, that the ladies should sit in the gentlemen's laps, the whole party were stowed down in the barouche; and the stout gentleman proceeded to hand the things from the fat boy (who had mounted up behind for the purpose) into the carriage. Go to

2. Tupman!' exclaimed Rachael, blushing as red as the watering-pot itself. Go to

3. 'The licence!' said Rachael, blushing. Go to

bob's /bɒbz/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de um xelim

Simple English: belonging to a slang name for a shilling

Example: The driver asks for only a bob's worth.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Only a bob's vorth, Tommy,' cried the driver sulkily, for the information of his friend the waterman, as the cab drove off. Go to

boilers /ˈbɔɪlərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: caldeiras

Simple English: closed vessels in which water is heated, often to produce steam

Example: The engineers kept the boilers working through the night.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He proudly accepted the honour and danger of travelling, although coaches crashed, horses ran away, boats overturned, and boilers exploded. Go to

Original English Version

1. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Go to

boldly /ˈboʊldli/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: corajosamente; com ousadia

Simple English: In a brave and confident way.

Example: She walked boldly up to the door and knocked.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He decides he can improve his reputation by hiding why he truly accepted the challenge and steps forward boldly. Go to

Original English Version

1. The stranger walked boldly up to, and returned with, the master of the ceremonies; a little introductory pantomime; and the stranger and Mrs. Budger took their places in a quadrille. Go to

2. Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said-- Go to

boldness /ˈboʊldnəs/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ousadia; atrevimento

Simple English: The quality of not being afraid to act.

Example: His boldness surprised everyone at the meeting.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Go to

2. Numerous offences had been committed in the neighbourhood; the perpetrators remained undiscovered, and their boldness increased. Go to

bolted /ˈboʊltɪd/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: disparou; trancou com ferrolho; engoliu depressa

Simple English: Fastened with a sliding metal bar.

Example: They bolted the door and put out the light.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. If every man on the line as has a guinea give him, earns it half as well, you won't catch t'other chay this side Mich'lmas, old short-and- fat.' And with another prolonged grin, the old man closed the gate, re- entered his house, and bolted the door after him. Go to

bonnet /ˈbɑːnɪt/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: touca; chapéu feminino amarrado sob o queixo

Simple English: A soft hat tied under the chin, once worn by women and children.

Example: The old photograph shows my great-grandmother in a white bonnet.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. On fine mornings, the fat boy dresses the old woman in a bonnet and shawl, gives her a walking stick, and helps her to the garden shelter. Go to

2. Then he angrily orders Rachael to put on her bonnet, pay the bill, and return home. Go to

3. Wardle again orders Rachael to put on her bonnet. Go to

Original English Version

1. The desolate woman drew her bonnet closer over her face, and walked hurriedly away. Go to

2. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Go to

3. Get on your bonnet and come back. Go to

4. 'Get on your bonnet,' repeated Wardle. Go to

bonnets /ˈbɑːnɪts/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: toucas; chapéus; cocares

Simple English: brimless hats, protective covers, or feathered ceremonial headgear

Example: Their feathered bonnets shone in the sun.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Go to

bookshop /ˈbʊkʃɒp/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: livraria

Simple English: A shop that sells books.

Example: Wopsle came out of the bookshop carrying a tragedy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam said it was in St. Paul's Churchyard, through a low arch between a bookshop and a hotel. Go to

bottled /ˈbɒtəld/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: engarrafado

Simple English: Put into and kept in a bottle.

Example: They found bottled beer beneath the shelf.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick paused, bottled up his vengeance, and corked it down. Go to

bowed /boʊd/ (53 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vergou; curvou-se; inclinou-se

Simple English: Bent forward or downward.

Example: The long grass bowed before the wind.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam bowed and entered, finding a man and woman at breakfast. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Go to

2. Doctor Slammer's friend bowed, and produced a case similar to that which Mr. Snodgrass carried. Go to

3. The time that had strengthened the child's slight frame and knit his weak limbs into the strength of manhood had bowed his mother's form, and enfeebled her steps; but the arm that should have supported her was no longer locked in hers; the face that should have cheered her, no more looked upon her own. Go to

bowler /ˈboʊlər/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: chapéu-coco

Simple English: A hard felt hat with a rounded crown, especially in “bowler hat.”

Example: The young driver wore a dusty bowler hat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The bowler shouted and sent the ball quickly toward the wicket. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Play!' suddenly cried the bowler. Go to

bravely /ˈbreɪvli/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: corajosamente; com coragem

Simple English: In a way that shows courage.

Example: She bravely decided to go on.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass is slightly troubled but bravely says he will face every danger for friendship. Go to

2. He bravely says he would enjoy riding. Go to

3. Pickwick and Wardle wrapped scarves around their necks, pulled down their hats, and bravely began the six-mile walk as heavy rain returned. Go to

braver /ˈbreɪvər/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais corajoso; mais valente

Simple English: More brave than someone or something else.

Example: The Lion wished he were braver.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Feeling braver, she asks what he wants to do now. Go to

breathed /briːðd/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: respirou; aspirou

Simple English: Took air into the body through the nose or mouth.

Example: She breathed in the sweet smell of the flowers.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick breathed hard, turned red, and slowly began to speak. Go to

breathes /briːðz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: respira; aspira

Simple English: Takes air into the body through the nose or mouth.

Example: Anyone who breathes the smell falls asleep.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There lives at least one being who can never change--one being who would be content to devote his whole existence to your happiness--who lives but in your eyes--who breathes but in your smiles--who bears the heavy burden of life itself only for you.' Go to

breathless /ˈbrɛθləs/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sem fôlego; suspensos

Simple English: Not able to breathe easily, often from excitement.

Example: The crowd was breathless before the last jump.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Breathless, Pickwick warns the driver that he will be punished. Go to

2. Breathless with anger, Wardle calls Jingle a terrible criminal. Go to

Original English Version

1. The umpires were stationed behind the wickets; the scorers were prepared to notch the runs; a breathless silence ensued. Go to

2. 'Lady and gentleman?' inquired Wardle, almost breathless with impatience. Go to

3. They had travelled in this way about three miles, when Mr. Wardle, who had been looking out of the Window for two or three minutes, suddenly drew in his face, covered with splashes, and exclaimed in breathless eagerness-- Go to

4. 'You--you are a nice rascal, arn't you?' exclaimed Wardle, breathless with passion. Go to

breathlessly /ˈbreθləsli/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ofegantemente; sem fôlego

Simple English: While breathing hard, or with great excitement.

Example: She ran in and asked breathlessly what had happened.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The cheerful Wardle greeted him breathlessly. Go to

2. Wardle breathlessly asks if it carried a lady and gentleman. Go to

breeches /ˈbrɪtʃɪz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: calções; bombachas

Simple English: Short trousers that end just below the knee.

Example: The shepherds wore striped breeches.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Go to

2. He was habited in a coarse, striped waistcoat, with black calico sleeves, and blue glass buttons; drab breeches and leggings. Go to

bribed /braɪbd/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: subornei; subornados

Simple English: Gave money to make someone act in a dishonest way.

Example: He bribed the guard to open the gate.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'He was bribed by that scoundrel, Jingle, to put me on a wrong scent, by telling a cock-and-bull story of my sister and your friend Tupman!' (Here Mr. Tupman sank into a chair.) 'Let me get at him!' Go to

bride's /braɪdz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da noiva

Simple English: Belonging to the woman who is getting married.

Example: The bride's family waited at the door.

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1. A lawyer asked for the bride's name, although Tony had not chosen one. Go to

bridle /ˈbraɪdəl/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: brida; arreio da cabeça

Simple English: The straps put on a horse's head to control it.

Example: He held the horse by the bridle.

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1. An hostler stood near, holding by the bridle another immense horse--apparently a near relative of the animal in the chaise--ready saddled for Mr. Winkle. Go to

2. 'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount. Go to

3. The horse no sooner beheld Mr. Pickwick advancing towards him with the chaise whip in his hand, than he exchanged the rotary motion in which he had previously indulged, for a retrograde movement of so very determined a character, that it at once drew Mr. Winkle, who was still at the end of the bridle, at a rather quicker rate than fast walking, in the direction from which they had just come. Go to

brightened /ˈbraɪtənd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: iluminaram-se; brilharam

Simple English: Became brighter or happier.

Example: Her face brightened at the good news.

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1. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Go to

brightly /ˈbraɪtli/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: intensamente; com brilho

Simple English: In a way that gives a lot of light.

Example: The sun shone brightly all morning.

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1. Within minutes, they shone brightly and reached the door of room five. Go to

Original English Version

1. A few moments of eager expectation, and colours were seen fluttering gaily in the air, arms glistened brightly in the sun, column after column poured on to the plain. Go to

2. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Go to

3. And when you have been thus depressed, has not the name of Dumkins laid afresh within your breast the fire which had just gone out; and has not a word from that man lighted it again as brightly as if it had never expired? (Great cheering.) Gentlemen, I beg to surround with a rich halo of enthusiastic cheering the united names of "Dumkins and Podder."' Go to

4. 'Fine night,' said Mr. Pickwick, looking up at the moon, which was shining brightly. Go to

brixton /ˈbrɪkstən/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Brixton (bairro de Londres)

Simple English: A real district of London; Brixton Road is near the scene of the murder in the story.

Example: There was a serious event last night at 3, Lauriston Gardens, near Brixton Road.

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1. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Go to

brompton /ˈbrɒmptən/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Brompton

Simple English: a district in London

Example: Then she went to the address near the Brompton Oratory where the owner lived, with the six ten-pound notes in her hand-bag.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A careful reading of Pickwick's notes about Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton shows that his impressions are similar to those of other travellers. Go to

Original English Version

1. We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. Go to

brute /bruːt/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bruto; besta; animal irracional

Simple English: An animal, or a rough cruel person who behaves like one.

Example: Do not call the poor dog a brute just because it is big.

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1. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Go to

2. 'Ugh, you brute!' ejaculated the kind-hearted landlady. Go to

budger /ˈbʌdʒər/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Budger

Simple English: a surname of a person who joins the dance

Example: Budger joins the dancers.

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1. Soon he and Mrs. Budger join a dance. Go to

2. Worse, the stranger introduces Tupman, and Mrs. Budger begins dancing with him while the serious Tupman jumps through the steps. Go to

Original English Version

1. The stranger walked boldly up to, and returned with, the master of the ceremonies; a little introductory pantomime; and the stranger and Mrs. Budger took their places in a quadrille. Go to

2. He looked again, and was under the painful necessity of admitting the veracity of his optics; Mrs. Budger was dancing with Mr. Tracy Tupman; there was no mistaking the fact. Go to

3. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Go to

bulder /ˈbʌldər/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Bulder

Simple English: the surname of Colonel Bulder and his family

Example: Colonel Bulder arrives with his wife and daughter.

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1. Colonel Bulder, his wife, and daughter arrive next. Go to

2. The Clubber daughters warmly greet Miss Bulder, and their mothers greet each other with great affection. Go to

3. Guards protect spaces, servants save seats, officers run everywhere, and Colonel Bulder rides around shouting without clear reason. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Colonel Bulder, Mrs. Colonel Bulder, and Miss Bulder,' were the next arrivals. Go to

2. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Go to

3. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Go to

4. Officers were running backwards and forwards, first communicating with Colonel Bulder, and then ordering the sergeants, and then running away altogether; and even the very privates themselves looked from behind their glazed stocks with an air of mysterious solemnity, which sufficiently bespoke the special nature of the occasion. Go to

5. The troops halted and formed; the word of command rang through the line; there was a general clash of muskets as arms were presented; and the commander-in-chief, attended by Colonel Bulder and numerous officers, cantered to the front. Go to

bullet /ˈbʊlɪt/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bala; marcador; tiro

Simple English: Small cylindrical metal projectile fired from a gun.

Example: The bullet missed the target and hit the wall instead.

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1. He also hopes the guns may not contain real bullets or that Snodgrass will warn Pickwick, who can ask authorities to stop the duel. Go to

2. After fully explaining the situation, they rent pistols, powder, bullets, and caps in Rochester. Go to

3. Pale Winkle worries that someone may have loaded a real bullet by mistake. Go to

busily /ˈbɪzɪli/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: atarefadamente; sem parar

Simple English: In a busy way, working hard without stopping.

Example: She worked busily at the loom all day.

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1. While his three companions were busily engaged in proffering their thanks to their new acquaintance, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to examine his costume and appearance. Go to

2. The aunt, the two young ladies, and Mr. Wardle, each vying with the other in paying zealous and unremitting attentions to the old lady, crowded round her easy-chair, one holding her ear-trumpet, another an orange, and a third a smelling- bottle, while a fourth was busily engaged in patting and punching the pillows which were arranged for her support. Go to

3. It was in the yard of one of these inns--of no less celebrated a one than the White Hart--that a man was busily employed in brushing the dirt off a pair of boots, early on the morning succeeding the events narrated in the last chapter. Go to

buttoned /ˈbʌtənd/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abotoado

Simple English: Fastened with buttons.

Example: His coat was buttoned to the neck.

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1. It was buttoned closely up to his chin, at the imminent hazard of splitting the back; and an old stock, without a vestige of shirt collar, ornamented his neck. Go to

calmer /ˈkɑːmər/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais calmo; mais sereno

Simple English: More quiet and peaceful than before.

Example: The sea grew calmer as soon as the wind dropped.

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1. When the room becomes calmer, he suddenly speaks in a loud, serious voice. Go to

Original English Version

1. Perhaps he will be calmer, if he does not see you." She retired out of the man's sight. Go to

calms /kɑːmz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: acalma; tranquiliza

Simple English: Third-person singular of calm: makes someone or something quieter or less upset.

Example: His steady voice calms the frightened passengers.

Use in this Book:

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1. After a short pause, the drink calms Pickwick and his friendly expression returns. Go to

candlelight /ˈkændəllaɪt/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: luz de vela

Simple English: The light given by a candle.

Example: They ate by candlelight that evening.

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1. Rachael called Tupman naughty, then suggested that her nieces might look attractive by candlelight if their skin were better. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Oh, you naughty man--but really, if their complexions were a little better, don't you think they would be nice-looking girls--by candlelight?' Go to

candlestick /ˈkændəlstɪk/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: castiçal; candelabro

Simple English: A holder for one or more candles.

Example: She carried a brass candlestick into the corridor.

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1. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose. Go to

2. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Go to

capable /ˈkeɪpəbl/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: capaz; capacidade; susceptíveis

Simple English: Having the ability to do something effectively.

Example: She is capable of handling difficult situations with ease.

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1. Perker calls Jingle a capable young man who could build a fortune if he had some starting money. Go to

carelessly /ˈkɛrləsli/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: descuidadamente; sem prestar atenção

Simple English: Without paying enough attention.

Example: He carelessly left the door open all night.

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1. 'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street. Go to

2. With the exception of little heaps of rags and bundles which had been carelessly thrown into the corners of the room, these were the only things in the apartment. Go to

3. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Go to

4. A bright red handkerchief was wound in a very loose and unstudied style round his neck, and an old white hat was carelessly thrown on one side of his head. Go to

carriage's /ˈkærɪdʒɪz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: da carruagem

Simple English: Belonging to or forming part of a horse-drawn carriage.

Example: A carriage's pole crashed into the stopped cart.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The first carriage's horses run at full speed, and Wardle's horses race furiously behind. Go to

carriages /ˈkærɪdʒɪz/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vagões; carruagens

Simple English: The separate parts of a train where people sit.

Example: The last two carriages were empty.

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1. Small carriages rested under shelters, horses moved near the stable, and several working boys slept on packages and straw. Go to

chaired /tʃeəd/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: mobiliado com cadeiras

Simple English: Supplied or furnished with chairs.

Example: By opening day, the hall had been carpeted, tabled, and chaired.

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1. On May 12, 1827, Joseph Smiggers chaired a meeting. Go to

chambermaid /ˈtʃeɪmbərmeɪd/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: camareira

Simple English: A woman employed to clean and care for bedrooms in a hotel or large house.

Example: The chambermaid thought it strange that no one had seen him leave.

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1. A loud ringing of one of the bells was followed by the appearance of a smart chambermaid in the upper sleeping gallery, who, after tapping at one of the doors, and receiving a request from within, called over the balustrades-- Go to

2. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Go to

charmed /tʃɑːrmd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enfeitiçou; protegeu com um encanto

Simple English: Delighted, or protected as if by magic.

Example: He seemed to lead a charmed life.

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1. The scene was indeed one which might well have charmed a far less reflective mind, than that to which it was presented. Go to

chatham /ˈtʃætəm/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Chatham

Simple English: the name of a street mentioned in the story

Example: 17, Chatham Street, Wednesday.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A careful reading of Pickwick's notes about Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton shows that his impressions are similar to those of other travellers. Go to

Original English Version

1. We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. Go to

2. 'Sir!' said the doctor, in an awful voice, producing a card, and retiring into an angle of the passage, 'my name is Slammer, Doctor Slammer, sir--97th Regiment--Chatham Barracks--my card, Sir, my card.' He would have added more, but his indignation choked him. Go to

3. 'Snodgrass,' he said, stopping suddenly, 'do not let me be balked in this matter--do not give information to the local authorities--do not obtain the assistance of several peace officers, to take either me or Doctor Slammer, of the 97th Regiment, at present quartered in Chatham Barracks, into custody, and thus prevent this duel!--I say, do not.' Go to

4. Mr. Pickwick was, as our readers may have gathered from the slight extract we gave from his description of Chatham, an enthusiastic admirer of the army. Go to

cheered /tʃɪrd/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aplaudiram; vibraram; gritaram de alegria

Simple English: Shouted happily to show joy or support.

Example: The people cheered three times.

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1. He also explained that his own comments had been meant only in the Pickwickian sense, and everyone cheered. Go to

Original English Version

1. The time that had strengthened the child's slight frame and knit his weak limbs into the strength of manhood had bowed his mother's form, and enfeebled her steps; but the arm that should have supported her was no longer locked in hers; the face that should have cheered her, no more looked upon her own. Go to

2. The boys applied whip and spur, the waiters shouted, the hostlers cheered, and away they went, fast and furiously. Go to

cheerfully /ˈtʃɪrfəli/ (32 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alegremente; com bom humor

Simple English: In a happy way.

Example: He answered cheerfully and walked on.

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1. The officer returns the greeting and walks away while whistling cheerfully. Go to

2. The assistants pack the pistols, and everyone leaves much more cheerfully than they arrived. Go to

3. The stranger urges Jemmy to continue the story clearly and cheerfully. Go to

4. Winkle remains slightly annoyed about his borrowed coat, but the evening ends as cheerfully as it began. Go to

5. Everyone cheerfully began breakfast, but Pickwick remained quiet because he no longer trusted Winkle's skill. Go to

cheerfulness /ˈtʃɪrfəlnəs/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: jovialidade; bom humor

Simple English: The quality of being happy and bright in manner.

Example: Her cheerfulness never failed, even on bad days.

Use in this Book:

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1. The arm was examined, the wound dressed, and pronounced to be a very slight one; and the minds of the company having been thus satisfied, they proceeded to satisfy their appetites with countenances to which an expression of cheerfulness was again restored. Go to

cheque /tʃek/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cheque

Simple English: a written order directing a bank to pay money from an account

Example: Bounderby placed an envelope containing a cheque in her basket.

Use in this Book:

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1. 'Eighty; come: I'll write you a cheque at once.' Go to

2. 'Come, come, I'll write you a cheque,' said the little man; and down he sat at the table for that purpose. Go to

3. The cheque was written by the little gentleman, and pocketed by Mr. Jingle. Go to

cherries /ˈtʃeriz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cerejas

Simple English: Small round red fruits with a stone inside.

Example: She ate a handful of cherries in the shade.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger praises Kent for its apples, cherries, hops, and women, then offers wine. Go to

Original English Version

1. Kent, sir--everybody knows Kent--apples, cherries, hops, and women. Go to

churchyard /ˈtʃɜːrtʃjɑːrd/ (39 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: adro; cemitério junto à igreja

Simple English: The ground around a church, often used as a burial place.

Example: We walked through the churchyard reading the names on the stones.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He buried her in the small churchyard. Go to

2. Walking through the churchyard, he remembered holding his mother's hand, seeing her tears, hearing her gentle voice, and playing there as a child. Go to

3. After a short silence, the clergyman said a man lay buried in the churchyard corner he had mentioned. Go to

4. Sam said it was in St. Paul's Churchyard, through a low arch between a bookshop and a hotel. Go to

Original English Version

1. She lies in our little churchyard. Go to

2. His nearest way lay through the churchyard. Go to

3. Edmunds started back, for he knew him well; many a time he had watched him digging graves in the churchyard. Go to

4. 'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. Go to

5. 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.' Go to

circumstance (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: circunstância; condição; situação

Simple English: a fact or condition that affects a situation

Example: Under these circumstances, we must wait.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle says the visitors are friendly officers he met under strange circumstances that morning. Go to

citizen (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cidadão; habitante; morador

Simple English: a legal member of a country or city

Example: Every citizen has the right to vote.

Use in this Book:

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1. Snodgrass poetically praises the brave soldiers standing before peaceful citizens with gentle, intelligent expressions. Go to

2. Its citizens opposed slavery abroad while also opposing changes to unfair factory conditions at home. Go to

civilised /ˈsɪvəlaɪzd/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: civilizado (grafia britânica)

Simple English: Having an organized society with laws and learning.

Example: They thought themselves a civilised people.

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1. 'It is indeed a noble and a brilliant sight,' said Mr. Snodgrass, in whose bosom a blaze of poetry was rapidly bursting forth, 'to see the gallant defenders of their country drawn up in brilliant array before its peaceful citizens; their faces beaming--not with warlike ferocity, but with civilised gentleness; their eyes flashing--not with the rude fire of rapine or revenge, but with the soft light of humanity and intelligence.' Go to

claret /ˈklærət/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: clarete; vinho tinto de Bordeaux

Simple English: A red wine from Bordeaux, or a similar dry red wine.

Example: They shared a bottle of claret after dinner.

Use in this Book:

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1. 'Cricket dinner-- glorious party--capital songs--old port--claret--good--very good--wine, ma'am--wine.' Go to

cleaners /ˈkliːnərz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: faxineiros; profissionais de limpeza

Simple English: People whose job is to clean rooms, buildings, or objects.

Example: The cleaners finished the rooms before the guests arrived.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. An army officer sends the cleaners away, carefully closes the door, and confirms Winkle's identity. Go to

clenched /klɛntʃt/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cerrou

Simple English: Closed the teeth or the hands very tightly.

Example: He clenched his hands and said nothing.

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1. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion. Go to

2. He rushed wildly forward, and clenched the old man by the throat--but he was his father; and his arm fell powerless by his side. Go to

3. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind. Go to

4. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. Go to

clergyman /ˈklɜːrdʒimən/ (47 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: clérigo; pastor

Simple English: A man who is a priest or a minister of a church.

Example: The clergyman came to visit the sick.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Across from her sit the kind local clergyman and his cheerful wife, with several other serious older guests. Go to

2. The kind clergyman was happy because the loud laughter around the table was honest and came from the heart. Go to

3. He mentioned that the clergyman had written a song about the church when he first arrived. Go to

4. Wardle nodded toward the clergyman and said Snodgrass must ask him about it. Go to

5. Mr. Snodgrass politely asked the clergyman to recite the song. Go to

6. The clergyman said it was only a small poem written when he was young. Go to

Original English Version

1. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. Go to

2. And the benevolent clergyman looked pleasantly on; for the happy faces which surrounded the table made the good old man feel happy too; and though the merriment was rather boisterous, still it came from the heart and not from the lips; and this is the right sort of merriment, after all. Go to

3. 'You must ask our friend opposite about that,' said the host knowingly, indicating the clergyman by a nod of his head. Go to

4. 'Why, really,' replied the clergyman, 'it's a very slight affair; and the only excuse I have for having ever perpetrated it is, that I was a young man at the time. Go to

clergyman's /ˈklɜːrdʒimənz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do clérigo; do pastor

Simple English: Belonging to a priest or minister.

Example: The clergyman's black coat was worn thin.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The day's tiring adventures, or perhaps the clergyman's sleepy story, made Pickwick very tired. Go to

Original English Version

1. The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Go to

climbs /klaɪmz/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: escaladas; subidas

Simple English: Journeys up something high.

Example: His night climbs over the roofs were famous.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The officer leaves the path, climbs a fence and hedge, and enters a private field. Go to

2. Tupman and Snodgrass sit behind, while Pickwick climbs to the driver's high seat. Go to

3. After receiving instructions, Winkle climbs into the saddle with great difficulty. Go to

4. Kind Pickwick drops the carriage reins, climbs down, moves the carriage beside the hedge, and goes to help Winkle. Go to

clothed /kloʊðd/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vestiu

Simple English: Gave someone clothes to wear.

Example: They fed and clothed the lost boy.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Go to

2. Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass got into the bin; Mr. Pickwick ascended to his perch, and deposited his feet on a floor-clothed shelf, erected beneath it for that purpose. Go to

clown's /klaʊnz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do palhaço; do camponês

Simple English: The possessive form of “clown,” referring to something belonging to a circus comic or, historically, a rustic person.

Example: He borrowed the clown's box of makeup.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He was dressed for the pantomimes in all the absurdity of a clown's costume. Go to

2. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Go to

clubber /ˈklʌbər/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Clubber

Simple English: the surname of Sir Thomas Clubber

Example: The doorman announces Sir Thomas Clubber and his family.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The doorman announces Sir Thomas Clubber, his wife, and daughters. Go to

2. Lady Clubber examines Mrs. Smithie, who stares at another lower-ranking woman. Go to

3. The Clubber daughters warmly greet Miss Bulder, and their mothers greet each other with great affection. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Sir Thomas Clubber, Lady Clubber, and the Misses Clubber!' shouted the man at the door in a stentorian voice. Go to

2. 'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. Go to

3. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company. Go to

4. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Go to

5. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all. Go to

6. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Go to

clumsy /ˈklʌmzi/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desajeitado; grosseiro; malfeito

Simple English: Done or made without skill or care.

Example: It was a clumsy trick, and no one believed it.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. A double tier of bedroom galleries, with old clumsy balustrades, ran round two sides of the straggling area, and a double row of bells to correspond, sheltered from the weather by a little sloping roof, hung over the door leading to the bar and coffee-room. Go to

coachman /ˈkoʊtʃmən/ (56 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cocheiro

Simple English: A man who drives a carriage pulled by horses.

Example: The coachman waited outside the hotel.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The Rochester coachman enters and announces that the Commodore coach is about to leave. Go to

2. The coachman asks whether the stranger has any luggage. Go to

Original English Version

1. This coherent speech was interrupted by the entrance of the Rochester coachman, to announce that 'the Commodore' was on the point of starting. Go to

2. 'Any luggage, Sir?' inquired the coachman. Go to

3. My father, Sir, wos a coachman. Go to

coachmen /ˈkoʊtʃmən/ (25 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cocheiros

Simple English: Men whose job is to drive horse-drawn coaches.

Example: Powdered coachmen sat at the front of the grand carriages.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Travelling was in a troubled state, and the minds of coachmen were unsettled. Go to

2. 'Here's a lark!' shouted half a dozen hackney coachmen. Go to

coat's /koʊts/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: do casaco

Simple English: belonging to an outer garment

Example: The hotel staff identify the coat's owner.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The officer says hotel staff identified the coat's owner as one of four men who arrived the previous afternoon, and Pickwick directed him to Winkle. Go to

cocked /kɑːkt/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: empinou; ergueu de lado

Simple English: Raised or turned up on one side, of ears or a hat.

Example: The dog stood with ears cocked.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Go to

coldly /ˈkoʊldli/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: friamente; com frieza

Simple English: In an unfriendly way, without warmth or feeling.

Example: He answered coldly and turned back to his newspaper.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Coldly opening the case, the officer says there is nothing else to discuss because the apology was refused. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'We have nothing further to say, Sir, I think,' he coldly remarked, as he opened the case; 'an apology has been resolutely declined.' Go to

2. The sad reality struck coldly at his heart, and his spirit sank within him. Go to

coldness /ˈkoʊldnəs/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: frieza

Simple English: A way of behaving that shows no warm feeling.

Example: He noticed the coldness in her voice.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When his mother failed to visit for three days, Edmunds's coldness finally disappeared. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. Go to

collapse /kəˈlæps/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: colapso; desmoronar; recolher

Simple English: A sudden drop in value, such as in stocks.

Example: The market experienced a collapse, and many investors lost money.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She tried to leave her bed and visit her son once more, but collapsed on the ground. Go to

comforts /ˈkʌmfərts/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: comodidades; conforto

Simple English: Things that make life easy and pleasant.

Example: He missed the small comforts of his own kitchen.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The landlady calls him cruel and comforts Rachael. Go to

command /kəˈmænd/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: comando; comandar; ordem

Simple English: A specific instruction for a computer to execute a task.

Example: You need to enter the right command to run the program successfully.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger explains that the colonel commands the military base. Go to

2. Tupman and Snodgrass repeat the command from behind. Go to

commodore /ˈkɒmədɔːr/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: comodoro

Simple English: A senior naval officer, usually ranking above captain and below rear admiral.

Example: The expedition was supervised by a naval commodore.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The Rochester coachman enters and announces that the Commodore coach is about to leave. Go to

Original English Version

1. This coherent speech was interrupted by the entrance of the Rochester coachman, to announce that 'the Commodore' was on the point of starting. Go to

2. 'Commodore!' said the stranger, starting up, 'my coach--place booked,-- one outside--leave you to pay for the brandy-and-water,--want change for a five,--bad silver--Brummagem buttons--won't do--no go--eh?' and he shook his head most knowingly. Go to

complains /kəmˈpleɪnz/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: reclama

Simple English: Expresses dissatisfaction, pain, or annoyance.

Example: She faces poverty bravely and never complains.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He leaves the others to pay for the brandy and complains about bad money. Go to

2. The stranger complains that the coat is short and jokes that short men receive long coats while tall men receive short ones. Go to

complicated /ˈkɒmplɪkeɪtɪd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: complicado; complica

Simple English: Involving many parts, making it difficult to understand.

Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture are quite complicated and unclear.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The soldiers performed complicated exercises and fired very loud guns. Go to

conditionally /kənˈdɪʃənəli/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: condicionalmente

Simple English: subject to a stated requirement

Example: She conditionally accepts him on one condition.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When he rose, she had conditionally accepted him, provided that Tupman's betrayal was proved. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Jingle fell on his knees, remained thereupon for five minutes thereafter; and rose the accepted lover of the spinster aunt-- conditionally upon Mr. Tupman's perjury being made clear and manifest. Go to

confidently /ˈkɑːnfɪdəntli/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com confiança; com desenvoltura

Simple English: In a way that shows you are sure of yourself.

Example: She walked confidently onto the stage and began to sing.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Rachael confidently said she would allow him to do so. Go to

2. Jingle confidently told her that she would indeed do so. Go to

Original English Version

1. A few weeks afterwards the poor woman's soul took its flight, I confidently hope, and solemnly believe, to a place of eternal happiness and rest. Go to

2. Dumkins confidently awaited its coming with his eyes fixed on the motions of Luffey. Go to

confusing /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: confuso; confundindo; desconcertante

Simple English: Difficult to understand or unclear, causing uncertainty.

Example: The confusing directions led us to the wrong location for the meeting.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger calls sole an excellent fish and makes a confusing joke about London coaches carrying baskets of them to political dinners. Go to

congratulating /kənˈɡrætʃuleɪtɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: parabenizando; felicitando

Simple English: Telling someone that you are pleased about their success.

Example: Everyone was congratulating her on the new job.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'And congratulating yourself on being up so soon?' Go to

constant /ˈkɒnstənt/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: constante; permanente; contínua

Simple English: Happening all the time; not changing; persistent.

Example: He had a constant smile on his face throughout the entire event.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Most importantly, he gives constant attention to a richly dressed old widow whose money attracts him. Go to

2. The constant cries of the rooks already made this clear. Go to

3. The constant shaking throws Pickwick against the carriage walls and his companion. Go to

constantly /ˈkɒnstəntli/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: constantemente; continuamente

Simple English: Without pause or interruption; occurring all the time.

Example: She is constantly checking her phone for new messages and notifications.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The family was poor because of Edmunds's behaviour, but his wife worked constantly to keep them from hunger. Go to

contemptuously /kənˈtɛmptʃuəsli/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com desprezo

Simple English: in a way that shows strong disrespect

Example: The lieutenant calls him a strolling actor contemptuously.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'He is a strolling actor!' said the lieutenant contemptuously, turning to Doctor Slammer.--'He acts in the piece that the officers of the 52nd get up at the Rochester Theatre to-morrow night. Go to

2. 'More than one-and-twenty!' ejaculated Wardle contemptuously. Go to

contented /kənˈtɛntɪd/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: satisfeito; contente

Simple English: Quietly happy with what you have.

Example: The cat looked contented beside the fire.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look. Go to

2. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Go to

contradicted /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktɪd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: contradisse; contradito

Simple English: Said that a statement was wrong or gave an opposite account.

Example: The witness contradicted herself during the hearing.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent, sir,' said the hard- headed man with the pippin--face; 'there ain't indeed, sir--I'm sure there ain't, Sir.' The hard-headed man looked triumphantly round, as if he had been very much contradicted by somebody, but had got the better of him at last. Go to

convinces /kənˈvɪnsɪz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: convence

Simple English: makes someone believe that something is true

Example: The evidence convinces the listeners.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. This convinces them. Go to

cords /kɔːrdz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cordas

Simple English: strong thin ropes or strings

Example: In the nightmare, cords bind the man's head until the blood starts.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Go to

cornered /ˈkɔːrnərd/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de três cantos

Simple English: having the stated number of corners, used here in the compound 'three-cornered'

Example: The comfortless room contains an old three-cornered table.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. Go to

coughed /kɔːft/ (27 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tossiram

Simple English: Pushed air out of the throat with a sudden noise.

Example: He coughed because of the thick smoke.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He passed the wine, coughed twice, and looked at the stranger for several seconds with a stern intensity; as that individual, however, appeared perfectly collected, and quite calm under his searching glance, he gradually relaxed, and reverted to the subject of the ball. Go to

2. He coughed; she looked up and smiled. Go to

cowardly /ˈkaʊərdli/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: covarde; medroso

Simple English: Not brave; easily frightened.

Example: The Cowardly Lion was afraid of everything.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The furious doctor calls him dishonest, cowardly, and a liar, then demands his card. Go to

crowd's /ˈkraʊdz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da multidão

Simple English: Belonging to or produced by a crowd.

Example: The bridges bent under the crowd’s weight.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick, Winkle, and Snodgrass wait at the crowd's front for two uncomfortable hours. Go to

cruelly /ˈkruːəli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cruelmente; com crueldade

Simple English: In a way that causes pain or suffering on purpose.

Example: The prisoners were cruelly treated for years.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Go to

crusoe /ˈkruːzoʊ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Robinson Crusoe

Simple English: the name of the famous fictional castaway who made fire by rubbing sticks together

Example: "Wasn't it Crusoe who rubbed sticks together?" she said lazily.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The boy departed to execute his commission; and the host, carrying both guns like a second Robinson Crusoe, led the way from the garden. Go to

cuffs /kʌfs/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: punhos de manga; algemas; tapas

Simple English: The ends of sleeves at the wrists; also blows given with an open hand.

Example: He rolled back his cuffs before washing the dishes.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. Go to

cupboard /ˈkʌbərd/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: armário

Simple English: A piece of furniture with shelves and doors for keeping things.

Example: The dishes were kept in a cupboard.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick leans against a cupboard smiling, Wardle promises eternal friendship to Jingle, Winkle uses the clock for support and refuses bed, and Snodgrass sits in complete misery. Go to

curses /ˈkɜːrsɪz/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: maldições; pragas

Simple English: Words said to bring bad luck to someone.

Example: The old woman shouted curses at the thief.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle silently curses his friend's loyalty as they walk. Go to

dangerously /ˈdeɪndʒərəsli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: perigosamente

Simple English: In a way that could cause harm.

Example: The boat leaned dangerously to one side.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A few nights later, a boy brought a dirty note saying the man was dangerously ill and asking for a visit. Go to

2. Memories of her love returned, and he learned that she lay dangerously ill only a mile away. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. Go to

dares /dɛrz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ousa; se atreve

Simple English: Is brave enough to do something.

Example: Nobody dares to enter that dark house.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'She's her own mistress--see who dares to take her away--unless she wishes it.' Go to

darkly /ˈdɑːrkli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sombriamente; de modo obscuro; com ar carrancudo

Simple English: In a gloomy, threatening or unclear way.

Example: He looked darkly at the closed door and said nothing more.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Dimly and darkly had the sombre shadows of a summer's night fallen upon all around, when they again reached Dingley Dell, and stood within the entrance to Manor Farm. Go to

dearest /ˈdɪrɪst/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: querido; caríssimo; mais caro

Simple English: Most loved; also most expensive.

Example: My dearest wish is to see the sea again before I grow old.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Do not agitate yourself, I entreat you, dearest madam,' said Mr. Tupman soothingly. Go to

2. 'Licence, dearest of angels--give notice at the church--call you mine, to-morrow'--said Mr. Jingle, and he squeezed the spinster aunt's hand. Go to

dearly /ˈdɪrli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: muito; ternamente

Simple English: Very much, with deep love.

Example: She loved the little dog dearly.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'You must excuse my talking about this old place, Mr. Pickwick,' resumed the host, after a short pause, 'for I love it dearly, and know no other- -the old houses and fields seem like living friends to me; and so does our little church with the ivy, about which, by the bye, our excellent friend there made a song when he first came amongst us. Go to

deathly /ˈdeθli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cadavérico; mortal

Simple English: Like death, especially very pale or very still.

Example: Her face was deathly white.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man became deathly pale, shook, and stood unsteadily. Go to

debate /dɪˈbeɪt/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: debate; debater; discussão

Simple English: To formally discuss a matter, usually in structured setting.

Example: They held a debate on climate change and its effects on future generations.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club recorded Pickwick's speech and the debate that followed. Go to

2. The official record and probably the debate end at this strangely clear and satisfying point. Go to

deceivers /dɪˈsiːvərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enganadores

Simple English: people who make others believe false things

Example: She says that men are great deceivers.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Turning away, she softly says men are great deceivers. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Men are such deceivers,' she softly whispered. Go to

deceiving /dɪˈsiːvɪŋ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enganando; iludindo

Simple English: Making someone believe something that is not true.

Example: He was deceiving them about his real name.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Dear Mr. Jingle was not deceiving me. Go to

2. 'All your attentions to the niece--rather rude, than otherwise, to the aunt--only way of deceiving the old ones.' Go to

decorate /ˈdekəreɪt/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: decorar; enfeitar

Simple English: To make something look more beautiful by adding things.

Example: They came to decorate the hall.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Hams, bacon, onions, riding equipment, an old loaded gun, an ancient clock, and a silver watch decorate it. Go to

defiance /dɪˈfaɪəns/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desafio; desacato

Simple English: Open refusal to obey.

Example: He stood there in silent defiance.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. Go to

delicacy /ˈdelɪkəsi/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: delicadeza; tato; escrúpulo

Simple English: Sensitive tact or reluctance to say or do something that may offend.

Example: Out of delicacy, she did not mention his mistake.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He felt the delicacy of his situation, and modestly replied, 'No.' Go to

delights /dɪˈlaɪts/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: delícias; prazeres

Simple English: Things that give great pleasure.

Example: The garden held many small delights.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'I assure you, ma'am,' said Mr. Pickwick, grasping the old lady's hand, and speaking so loud that the exertion imparted a crimson hue to his benevolent countenance--'I assure you, ma'am, that nothing delights me more than to see a lady of your time of life heading so fine a family, and looking so young and well.' Go to

2. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Go to

depended /dɪˈpɛndɪd/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: dependia

Simple English: Was decided by something else.

Example: The picnic depended on the weather.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. A gold watch-chain, and seals, depended from his fob. Go to

dictated /ˈdɪkteɪtɪd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ditou; determinou

Simple English: Said words for someone else to write, or decided how things must be.

Example: The doctor dictated a letter to his clerk.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. If Winkle uses this excuse, Slammer will accept a written apology dictated by the officer. Go to

dignified /ˈdɪɡnɪfaɪd/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: digno; solene; de porte nobre

Simple English: Calm and serious in a way that earns respect.

Example: She made a dignified exit without a word.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger helps Pickwick onto the roof so quickly that Pickwick loses much of his dignified appearance. Go to

2. He admires the young women but is especially attracted to their proud and dignified aunt. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Quite!' said the dignified Payne. Go to

2. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Go to

dimly /ˈdɪmli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: debilmente; com pouca luz

Simple English: With little light, so it is hard to see.

Example: The room was dimly lit by one candle.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Dimly and darkly had the sombre shadows of a summer's night fallen upon all around, when they again reached Dingley Dell, and stood within the entrance to Manor Farm. Go to

dine /daɪn/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: jantar; comer a refeição principal

Simple English: To eat the main meal of the day.

Example: We usually dine at eight on Sundays.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Here--not I--but you'd better--good house--nice beds--Wright's next house, dear--very dear--half-a-crown in the bill if you look at the waiter--charge you more if you dine at a friend's than they would if you dined in the coffee-room--rum fellows--very.' Go to

dingley /ˈdɪŋɡli/ (41 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Dingley

Simple English: the village of Dingley Dell

Example: Pickwick reads the address at Dingley Dell.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick checked his notebook and read the address: Manor Farm, Dingley Dell. Go to

2. The waiter says Dingley Dell is fifteen miles away by a country road and suggests a hired carriage. Go to

3. Pickwick asks how far Dingley Dell is. Go to

4. Wardle led the others to the cricket match that had filled Muggleton and Dingley Dell with excitement. Go to

5. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell. Go to

6. He praises both Muggleton and Dingley Dell, especially their cricket players Dumkins, Podder, Luffey, and Struggles. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Manor Farm, Dingley Dell,' said Mr. Pickwick, consulting his pocket- book. Go to

2. 'Dingley Dell, gentlemen--fifteen miles, gentlemen--cross road--post- chaise, sir?' Go to

3. 'How far is it to Dingley Dell?' Go to

4. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. Go to

5. It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement. Go to

6. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Go to

disagreed /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːd/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: discordou; divergiu

Simple English: Had a different opinion from someone else.

Example: The two doctors disagreed about the cause.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When he saw that everyone disagreed with him, he looked sorry for them and became silent. Go to

disbelief /ˌdɪsbɪˈliːf/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: descrença; incredulidade

Simple English: The feeling that something cannot be true.

Example: She stared at the letter in complete disbelief.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick repeated the news in shock and disbelief. Go to

disgraceful /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vergonhoso

Simple English: Shockingly bad or likely to cause shame.

Example: The teacher said his spelling was disgraceful.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He threw himself upon the chair. (Hear.) He wished to know whether this disgraceful contest between two members of that club should be allowed to continue. (Hear, hear.) Go to

disliked /dɪsˈlaɪkt/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: não gostava de; detestava

Simple English: Did not like someone or something.

Example: He disliked long meetings.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Jingle claimed Rachael disliked the plan but thought it necessary to prevent her brother's suspicion. Go to

dismal /ˈdɪzməl/ (36 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sombrio; desolador

Simple English: Very gloomy, depressing, or poor.

Example: It was a cold and dismal night.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He is not a good actor, has suffered greatly, and is called Dismal Jemmy. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Go to

2. The dismal individual took a dirty roll of paper from his pocket, and turning to Mr. Snodgrass, who had just taken out his note-book, said in a hollow voice, perfectly in keeping with his outward man--'Are you the poet?' Go to

3. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Go to

4. 'Certainly,' said Mr. Snodgrass: for the sunken eye of the dismal man rested on him, and he felt it necessary to say something. Go to

5. The dismal man took the hint, and having mixed a glass of brandy-and- water, and slowly swallowed half of it, opened the roll of paper and proceeded, partly to read, and partly to relate, the following incident, which we find recorded on the Transactions of the Club as 'The Stroller's Tale.' Go to

6. 'There is nothing of the marvellous in what I am going to relate,' said the dismal man; 'there is nothing even uncommon in it. Go to

distrust /dɪsˈtrʌst/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desconfiança; desconfiar de

Simple English: The feeling that someone cannot be trusted.

Example: There was a deep distrust between the two families.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Doubt and distrust were exhibited in his countenance. Go to

dockyard /ˈdɑːkjɑːrd/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: estaleiro naval

Simple English: A place where ships are built, repaired, or equipped.

Example: The ship was repaired at the dockyard.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger says Sir Thomas is the powerful head of the dockyard. Go to

2. The stranger says Smithie has some dockyard job. Go to

3. Officers, dockyard families, lawyers' wives, merchants, and shopkeepers all arrange themselves by rank. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'The principal productions of these towns,' says Mr. Pickwick, 'appear to be soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dockyard men. Go to

2. 'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.' Go to

3. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all. Go to

4. The less aristocratic officers of the 97th devoted themselves to the families of the less important functionaries from the dockyard. Go to

doorman /ˈdɔːmən/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: porteiro

Simple English: A man employed to watch or open the entrance of a building.

Example: The Russian prince once worked as a restaurant doorman.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The doorman asks their names. Go to

2. The doorman announces Sir Thomas Clubber, his wife, and daughters. Go to

dorking /ˈdɔːrkɪŋ/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Dorking

Simple English: the surname of Colonel Dorking, a character mentioned in the story

Example: How did the engagement between Miss Miles and Colonel Dorking suddenly end?

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He named Mrs. Susan Clarke of Dorking, believing she would accept him. Go to

Original English Version

1. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Go to

doubtfully /ˈdaʊtfəli/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com dúvida; desconfiado

Simple English: In a way that shows you are not sure.

Example: He looked doubtfully at the thin ice.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Well, I shouldn't wonder if it was,' returned the old man doubtfully. Go to

dresser /ˈdresər/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assistente hospitalar; enfermeiro que faz curativos

Simple English: A medical attendant who cleans and dresses wounds, especially in historical use.

Example: The dresser brought fresh bandages to the ward.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Go to

drinker /ˈdrɪŋkər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bebedor; pessoa que bebe

Simple English: A person or animal that drinks, especially one who drinks alcohol habitually.

Example: He was known as a hard drinker.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He quickly empties another glass like an experienced drinker. Go to

dryly /ˈdraɪli/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: secamente

Simple English: In a calm way that hides a joke or a complaint.

Example: That went well, he said dryly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle dryly agrees that it probably will. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I dare say it will,' replied his friend dryly. Go to

duels /ˈduːəlz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: duelos

Simple English: Formal fights between two opponents.

Example: The rival admirers fought several duels.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass agrees because he knows nothing about duels and would accept any suggestion. Go to

dumkins /ˈdʌmkɪnz/ (21 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Dumkins

Simple English: the surname of a cricket player

Example: Dumkins walked out carrying his bat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Famous players Dumkins and Podder took their bats, while Luffey and Struggles prepared to bowl. Go to

2. Luffey studied the ball while Dumkins watched him carefully. Go to

3. Dumkins touched it with his bat, and it flew over the fielders' heads. Go to

4. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell. Go to

5. Fifteen minutes later, everyone sits in a large room at the Blue Lion, with Dumkins leading and Luffey assisting. Go to

6. Staple rises and says he speaks to Luffey because chairman Dumkins is the main subject of his statement. Go to

Original English Version

1. All-Muggleton had the first innings; and the interest became intense when Mr. Dumkins and Mr. Podder, two of the most renowned members of that most distinguished club, walked, bat in hand, to their respective wickets. Go to

2. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Go to

3. Dumkins confidently awaited its coming with his eyes fixed on the motions of Luffey. Go to

4. The wary Dumkins was on the alert: it fell upon the tip of the bat, and bounded far away over the heads of the scouts, who had just stooped low enough to let it fly over them. Go to

5. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Go to

6. Was it thrown straight up to the wicket, Dumkins had reached it before the ball. Go to

eagerly /ˈiːɡərli/ (60 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: avidamente; com entusiasmo

Simple English: In a way that shows strong interest or excitement.

Example: She looked eagerly at the strange new sights.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. They reach the Golden Cross, where Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle eagerly welcome their famous leader. Go to

2. The old woman heard this subject very well and eagerly agreed. Go to

3. Snodgrass eagerly said that he wanted to ask the same question. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle eagerly watched his opportunity: it was not long wanting. Go to

2. He started up, and stared eagerly in my face. Go to

3. '"Is she gone?" he eagerly inquired. Go to

4. He had not been stationary half a minute, when he heard his own name eagerly pronounced by a voice, which he at once recognised as Mr. Tupman's, and, looking upwards, he beheld a sight which filled him with surprise and pleasure. Go to

5. 'The very thing I was about to ask,' said Mr. Snodgrass eagerly. Go to

6. 'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. Go to

eagerness /ˈiːɡərnəs/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ânsia; entusiasmo; avidez

Simple English: A strong wish to do or have something soon.

Example: The children waited by the door with obvious eagerness.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. They had travelled in this way about three miles, when Mr. Wardle, who had been looking out of the Window for two or three minutes, suddenly drew in his face, covered with splashes, and exclaimed in breathless eagerness-- Go to

edmunds /ˈɛdməndz/ (53 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Edmunds

Simple English: a person's family name

Example: And yet there were one or two things that worried young Edmunds of the Berkshire Constabulary.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle, wanting his friend to entertain the visitors, asked if he had written notes about John Edmunds. Go to

2. Pickwick politely asked who John Edmunds was. Go to

3. When the clergyman settled in the village twenty-five years earlier, the worst person there was a farmer named Edmunds. Go to

4. Edmunds had a wife and a twelve-year-old son. Go to

5. The clergyman believed Edmunds spent years trying to break her heart. Go to

6. Although she often carried signs of violence, Mrs. Edmunds attended church with her son every Sunday. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'You did make some notes, I think, about John Edmunds, did you not?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who appeared very desirous to draw his friend out, for the edification of his new visitors. Go to

2. 'I beg your pardon, sir, but pray, if I may venture to inquire, who was John Edmunds?' Go to

3. 'When I first settled in this village,' said the old gentleman, 'which is now just five-and-twenty years ago, the most notorious person among my parishioners was a man of the name of Edmunds, who leased a small farm near this spot. Go to

4. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all. Go to

5. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Go to

6. Young Edmunds was suspected, with three companions. Go to

edmunds's /ˈɛdməndz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Edmunds

Simple English: belonging to or caused by Edmunds

Example: Edmunds's conduct left his family poor.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The family was poor because of Edmunds's behaviour, but his wife worked constantly to keep them from hunger. Go to

2. When his mother failed to visit for three days, Edmunds's coldness finally disappeared. Go to

3. He also took Edmunds's deep regret and request for forgiveness back to her sickbed. Go to

elbows /ˈɛlboʊz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cotovelos

Simple English: The joints in the middle of the arms.

Example: He rested both elbows on the table and sighed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The young man questions Pickwick while forcing his way through the crowd with his elbows. Go to

Elderly /ˈɛldərli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: idosos; pessoas idosas; terceira idade

Simple English: Advanced in age, often associated with frailty.

Example: The elderly man enjoyed sharing his life stories with us.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Perker explains that Rachael owns only a few hundred pounds until her elderly mother dies. Go to

2. Jingle strongly repeats the word "elderly." Go to

embraces /ɪmˈbreɪsɪz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: abraça; abarca; abrange

Simple English: Holds someone in the arms; also includes or covers something.

Example: The new law embraces every worker in the country.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Delighted, Tupman jumps up, embraces her, and kisses her many times. Go to

emily's /ˈɛmɪliz/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Emily

Simple English: belonging to Emily

Example: The dress had as many tucks and frills as Emily's taste allowed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle said Emily's behavior was natural and then offered wine to Pickwick, who accepted while closely examining the pigeon pie. Go to

2. Rachael whispered that Tupman thought Emily's bold behavior was worse than Isabella's bad posture. Go to

3. She claimed Emily's behavior made her cry and would break her trusting brother's heart. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Go to

2. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object-- possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass. Go to

3. Mr. Tracy Tupman was established at Emily's side, ogling, whispering, and smiling, in opposition to Mr. Snodgrass. Go to

emphatic /ɪmˈfætɪk/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enfático; categórico

Simple English: Expressed with strong force, certainty, or emphasis.

Example: His answer was brief and emphatic.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'A written apology!' repeated Mr. Winkle, in the most emphatic tone of amazement possible. Go to

emptied /ˈɛmptid/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esvaziou; despejou

Simple English: Took everything out of something.

Example: They emptied the basket and washed it.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle thanked him, emptied his glass, and put the bottle beside him. Go to

Original English Version

1. The stranger filled, and emptied. Go to

2. 'Beg your pardon, sir,' said the stranger, 'bottle stands--pass it round--way of the sun--through the button-hole--no heeltaps,' and he emptied his glass, which he had filled about two minutes before, and poured out another, with the air of a man who was used to it. Go to

3. 'Thank'ee.' Mr. Winkle emptied his glass, and placed the bottle on the coach-box, by his side. Go to

4. The fresh bottle was produced, and speedily emptied: the hamper was made fast in its old place--the fat boy once more mounted the box--the spectacles and pocket-glass were again adjusted--and the evolutions of the military recommenced. Go to

empties /ˈɛmptiz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esvazia

Simple English: drinks or removes all the contents of something

Example: He empties another glass without hesitation.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He quickly empties another glass like an experienced drinker. Go to

englishman /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃmən/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inglês

Simple English: A man from England.

Example: An Englishman asked the way to the station.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Go to

enlighten /ɛnˈlaɪtən/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: iluminar

Simple English: to give light to a place or give understanding to a person

Example: The lamp enlightens the street for a moment, while Stiggins's false wisdom never enlightens Mr. Weller.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. Go to

ensign /ˈensən/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alferes

Simple English: A former junior commissioned rank in the army or navy.

Example: The young Englishman served as an ensign in the regiment.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger warns that this is not a little boy but Ensign Wilmot Snipe of an important family. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.' Go to

entertains /ˌentərˈteɪnz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: entretém; recebe; considera

Simple English: Amuses, receives as a guest, or holds an idea or feeling in the mind.

Example: A good host entertains a guest and shares the meal.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Jingle rises early and entertains the breakfast table while his companions remain in bed. Go to

enthusiastic /ɪnˌθjuːziˈæstɪk/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: entusiasmado; empolgada

Simple English: Showing great excitement and eagerness about something.

Example: He is very enthusiastic about learning new languages this year.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

enthusiastically /ɪnˌθuːziˈæstɪkli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: entusiasticamente; com entusiasmo

Simple English: With great interest and excitement.

Example: The class agreed enthusiastically to the trip.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass seized his friend's hand warmly, as he enthusiastically replied, 'Not for worlds!' Go to

errand /ˈɛrənd/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: incumbência; recado; missão

Simple English: A short journey made to do or fetch something.

Example: He said they had come on a foolish errand.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It was a dull and heavy evening when they again sallied forth on their awkward errand. Go to

2. I promised to comply, as soon as I could get away; and after the curtain fell, sallied forth on my melancholy errand. Go to

errands /ˈerəndz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: recados; incumbências

Simple English: Short journeys made to take a message or to buy something.

Example: The boy ran errands for the shop.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle said Joe was always asleep, even while doing errands or waiting at the table. Go to

Original English Version

1. Goes on errands fast asleep, and snores as he waits at table.' Go to

Glossary: New Words (2/4)

eventful /ɪˈvɛntfəl/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cheia de acontecimentos

Simple English: containing many important or exciting events

Example: The eventful history continued in the next chapter.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. So were Mr. Jingle and Miss Wardle, for reasons of sufficient importance in this eventful history to be narrated in another chapter. Go to

excitedly /ɪkˈsaɪtɪdli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: excitadamente; agitadamente

Simple English: In a way that shows strong happy feeling.

Example: The boy talked excitedly about his new bike.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle excitedly tells Pickwick it is the couple. Go to

2. After three miles, Wardle looks from the window, pulls his wet face inside, and cries out excitedly. Go to

3. Wardle excitedly says they have found the couple. Go to

excites /ɪkˈsaɪts/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: excita; desperta

Simple English: Third-person singular of excite: causes strong interest, emotion, or activity.

Example: The mysterious object excites his curiosity.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When the warmed horses run smoothly, the speed excites Pickwick and he begins talking. Go to

exclaimed /ɪkˈskleɪmd/ (163 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: exclamaram; gritaram

Simple English: Said something suddenly and loudly, because of surprise or strong feeling.

Example: The mice exclaimed when they saw their Queen.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'In the cause of friendship,' he fervently exclaimed, 'I would brave all dangers.' Go to

2. 'There's the officer,' exclaimed Mr. Winkle, after a few minutes walking. Go to

3. 'Very extraordinary!' exclaimed the officer. Go to

4. 'I!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick. Go to

5. 'Bless my soul!' exclaimed the agonised Mr. Pickwick; 'there's the other horse running away!' Go to

6. 'Afraid!' exclaimed Mr. Pickwick, 'what's the woman afraid of?' Go to

executioner /ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃənər/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: carrasco; executor

Simple English: The person whose job is to put a condemned prisoner to death.

Example: In the old prints the executioner always wears a black hood.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He refused to put room twenty-two first, saying everyone must wait his turn, just like prisoners waiting for an executioner. Go to

expense /ɪkˈspɛns/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: despesa; custa; expensas

Simple English: Money spent to obtain or do something.

Example: My monthly expense for groceries has increased this year.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club strongly supported the rule that each traveller must pay his own expenses. Go to

fainted /ˈfeɪntɪd/ (28 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desmaiou

Simple English: Fell down and stopped being awake for a short time.

Example: He fainted in the hot, crowded room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him. Go to

Original English Version

1. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Go to

2. Look after your grandmother, girls; she has fainted away. Go to

faints /feɪnts/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desmaia

Simple English: briefly loses consciousness

Example: If she faints, lay her down and call for help.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Rachael screams loudly and faints. Go to

fairer /ˈfeərər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais belo

Simple English: more beautiful, pale, pleasant, or just

Example: Humanity would be happier and life would be fairer.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Wery well, I'm agreeable: I can't say no fairer than that, can I, sir?' (Mr. Go to

farewells /ˌfɛrˈwɛlz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: despedidas; adeuses

Simple English: Words said when people are leaving.

Example: He shouted his farewells from the platform.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Cordial farewells were exchanged, and the party separated. Go to

2. The horses were put in--the driver mounted--the fat boy clambered up by his side--farewells were exchanged--and the carriage rattled off. Go to

farmer's /ˈfɑːrmərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do fazendeiro; do agricultor

Simple English: Belonging to a person who owns or works on a farm.

Example: Aunt Em was the farmer's wife.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam was polishing a farmer's tall boots while their owner ate a huge meal after the market. Go to

2. Because Sam knew guests mainly by their footwear, he listed a wooden leg in room six, tall boots in thirteen, two pairs of short boots in the business room, the farmer's painted boots near the bar, and five more pairs in the coffee room. Go to

farthest /ˈfɑːrðəst/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: o mais distante

Simple English: At the greatest distance away.

Example: That is the farthest house in the village.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Go to

fashionably /ˈfæʃənəbli/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: na moda; elegantemente

Simple English: In a way that follows current style or social fashion.

Example: She arrived in a fashionably made black silk dress.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. A great sensation was created throughout the room by the entrance of a tall gentleman in a blue coat and bright buttons, a large lady in blue satin, and two young ladies, on a similar scale, in fashionably-made dresses of the same hue. Go to

fearfully /ˈfɪrfəli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: temerosamente; com medo; terrivelmente

Simple English: In a frightened way; in older English it also means very much.

Example: The cat looked fearfully at the open door.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Go to

fetched /fetʃt/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: buscou; trouxe

Simple English: Went to get and bring back someone or something.

Example: His sister fetched the bottle and poured the brandy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The first driver was fetched from a nearby pub, and Mr. Pickwick and his bag were put into the cab. Go to

Original English Version

1. Now, then, fust cab!' And the first cab having been fetched from the public- house, where he had been smoking his first pipe, Mr. Pickwick and his portmanteau were thrown into the vehicle. Go to

2. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Go to

feverish /ˈfiːvərɪʃ/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: febril; agitado

Simple English: Having a fever, or acting in an excited and restless way.

Example: The child was feverish and would not eat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The narrator watched the man's heavy breathing and feverish movements. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I had had time to note these little particulars, and to mark the heavy breathing and feverish startings of the sick man, before he was aware of my presence. Go to

2. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. Go to

fielders /ˈfiːldəz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: jogadores de campo

Simple English: cricket players who catch or stop the ball

Example: The ball sailed over the fielders' heads.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Dumkins touched it with his bat, and it flew over the fielders' heads. Go to

2. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell. Go to

fiercely /ˈfɪrsli/ (25 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ferozmente; intensamente

Simple English: In a strong and violent way.

Example: The ball of fire burned fiercely.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Slammer looks angry and confused, while Payne stares fiercely at innocent Pickwick. Go to

2. She loudly called him proud and foolish, then stared fiercely at him without knowing he had heard everything. Go to

3. Wardle fiercely asks who has gone. Go to

4. Jingle fiercely asks who the lawyer is, making the little man step backward. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Who's gone?' said Mr. Wardle fiercely. Go to

finer /ˈfaɪnər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais fino; melhor; mais refinado

Simple English: Better in quality, or thinner and more delicate.

Example: You will not find a finer bread anywhere in town.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He asks Winkle if anything could be finer. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Can anything be finer or more delightful?' he inquired of Mr. Winkle. Go to

firmness /ˈfɜːrmnəs/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: firmeza; determinação; solidez

Simple English: The quality of being strong, steady and not easily moved.

Example: She refused with a firmness that ended the discussion.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Under this impression, he said with great firmness-- Go to

fists /fɪsts/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: punhos

Simple English: Hands closed tightly with the fingers inside.

Example: The boy pressed his fists against his eyes.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The driver raises his fists and challenges all four men to fight. Go to

2. Still raising his fists, the driver again challenges them to fight. Go to

3. Pickwick's eyes burn with anger, his nose opens wide, and his fists close. Go to

Original English Version

1. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. Go to

flannel /ˈflænəl/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: flanela

Simple English: A soft woollen or cotton cloth used for warm clothes.

Example: He wore a grey flannel shirt all winter.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Players in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers practiced near the tents. Go to

Original English Version

1. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Go to

2. Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted. Go to

3. 'You had better step into the marquee, I think, Sir,' said one very stout gentleman, whose body and legs looked like half a gigantic roll of flannel, elevated on a couple of inflated pillow-cases. Go to

4. 'You'll find it much pleasanter, Sir,' urged another stout gentleman, who strongly resembled the other half of the roll of flannel aforesaid. Go to

5. 'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.' Go to

flattered /ˈflætərd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lisonjeou; lisonjeado

Simple English: Praised someone to please them, or felt pleased by praise.

Example: She was flattered to be asked to speak.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The stranger was young, and the widow was flattered. Go to

flirted /ˈflɜːrtɪd/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: flertou

Simple English: Behaved playfully to show romantic interest in someone.

Example: He talked with the girls but never flirted with them.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Isabella played with Mr. Trundle, Emily with Snodgrass, and Tupman flirted with the unmarried aunt. Go to

flowed /floʊd/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: corria; estendia-se

Simple English: Moved along smoothly like water.

Example: The river flowed past the old bridge.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream. Go to

foamed /foʊmd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: espumou; cobriu-se de espuma

Simple English: Produced or became covered with a mass of small bubbles.

Example: The tide foamed around the broken posts.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Old Mr. Wardle foamed with rage and excitement. Go to

footwear /ˈfʊtwɛə/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: calçados

Simple English: shoes, boots, and other things worn on the feet

Example: Sam identified the guests by their footwear.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Because Sam knew guests mainly by their footwear, he listed a wooden leg in room six, tall boots in thirteen, two pairs of short boots in the business room, the farmer's painted boots near the bar, and five more pairs in the coffee room. Go to

forbids /fərˈbɪdz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: proíbe

Simple English: orders that something must not be done

Example: The law forbids every beast to eat a human.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. We are merely endeavouring to discharge, in an upright manner, the responsible duties of our editorial functions; and whatever ambition we might have felt under other circumstances to lay claim to the authorship of these adventures, a regard for truth forbids us to do more than claim the merit of their judicious arrangement and impartial narration. Go to

forgave /fərˈɡeɪv/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: perdoou

Simple English: Stopped being angry with someone for something they had done.

Example: She forgave him because he had tried his best.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Nobody welcomed or forgave him, no home received him, and no hand offered help. Go to

forgive /fərˈɡɪv/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: perdoar; Desculpe

Simple English: To stop being angry and choose not to punish someone.

Example: It’s important to forgive those who have wronged you for inner peace.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He sarcastically praises one soldier who stabbed a barmaid after she refused him more drink, then offered to forgive her. Go to

2. Then he returned and offered Pickwick some snuff, showing that he had decided to forgive. Go to

forks /fɔːrks/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: garfos

Simple English: Tools with points used for lifting food to the mouth.

Example: He set out knives and forks for six.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle asked Joe for knives and forks, and everyone received them. Go to

2. People talk loudly while knives, forks, and plates make noise. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Now, Joe, knives and forks.' The knives and forks were handed in, and the ladies and gentlemen inside, and Mr. Winkle on the box, were each furnished with those useful instruments. Go to

2. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Go to

fortune /ˈfɔːrtʃən/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: fortuna; sorte; fonseca

Simple English: Very large sum of money or valuable assets.

Example: She inherited a fortune from her grandparents and became very wealthy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick says he is thinking deeply about how quickly human life and fortune can change. Go to

2. Sam said the inn would neither fail nor make a fortune. Go to

3. Perker calls Jingle a capable young man who could build a fortune if he had some starting money. Go to

Freedom /ˈfriːdəm/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: liberdade

Simple English: Right to act, speak, or think without restriction.

Example: Everyone deserves the freedom to express their own opinions.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Perker offers him fifty pounds and freedom instead of Rachael and a long wait for her money. Go to

freeing /ˈfriːɪŋ/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: libertando; libertação

Simple English: Setting someone free from being a prisoner or a slave.

Example: They thanked her for freeing their people.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick thinks angrily about killing or freeing the horse until Mr. Wardle and the fat boy appear. Go to

frighten /ˈfraɪtən/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assustar; amedrontar

Simple English: To make someone feel afraid.

Example: It was very easy to frighten them.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The loose reins and noise frighten the horse, which races away with Tupman and Snodgrass. Go to

2. Wardle said plainly that the boys would frighten the rooks. Go to

3. Joe says he wants to make her flesh creep, meaning he wants to frighten her with a story. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Why, in plain English, to frighten the rooks.' Go to

frightens /ˈfraɪtənz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assusta; amedronta

Simple English: Makes someone feel afraid.

Example: Thunder frightens my little brother more than lightning does.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After weak resistance, she accepts the kisses until something frightens her. Go to

frown /fraʊn/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carranca; cenho franzido

Simple English: A look with the eyebrows down that shows anger or worry.

Example: A frown crossed his tired face.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Don't frown, Sir, don't frown; I say, between you and I, _we_ know it. Go to

frowning /ˈfraʊnɪŋ/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: franzindo o cenho

Simple English: Showing anger or worry with the eyebrows down.

Example: He read the bill, frowning at the price.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Go to

fugitives /ˈfjuːdʒətɪvz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: fugitivos; foragidos

Simple English: People running away, especially from the law.

Example: Two fugitives were caught near the border.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle says they have reached a toll gate where they may get news of the fugitives. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'We shall hear something of the fugitives.' Go to

furiously /ˈfjʊriəsli/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: furiosamente

Simple English: in an extremely angry or violent manner

Example: The queen spoke furiously and threw the inkpot.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The first carriage's horses run at full speed, and Wardle's horses race furiously behind. Go to

Original English Version

1. The boys applied whip and spur, the waiters shouted, the hostlers cheered, and away they went, fast and furiously. Go to

2. The horses in the first chaise started on at their utmost speed; and those in Mr. Wardle's galloped furiously behind them. Go to

gaiters /ˈɡeɪtərz/ (27 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: polainas

Simple English: cloth or leather coverings worn over the ankles and lower legs

Example: His breeches and gaiters gave him a dignified appearance.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Go to

2. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered-- Go to

galloped /ˈɡæləpt/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: galopou

Simple English: Ran at the fastest speed, said of a horse.

Example: The mare galloped the length of the field.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He ordered his horses forward, and they galloped faster, leaving the pursuers behind. Go to

Original English Version

1. The horses in the first chaise started on at their utmost speed; and those in Mr. Wardle's galloped furiously behind them. Go to

gamekeeper /ˈɡeɪmkiːpər/ (29 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: guarda-caça

Simple English: A person employed to protect and manage wild animals and birds on an estate.

Example: A gamekeeper came forward to collect the basket.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Go to

gamekeepers /ˈɡeɪmkiːpərz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: guardas-caça

Simple English: People employed to protect and manage game animals and birds on estates.

Example: The gamekeepers returned to inspect the birds.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He tells a story about his hunting dog Ponto, who stopped before a field after reading a sign that ordered gamekeepers to shoot every dog found there. Go to

gasped /ɡæspt/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: arfou; ficou sem fôlego

Simple English: Took a short, quick breath because of surprise or shock.

Example: She gasped and wondered what had happened.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'You shall smart for this,' gasped Mr. Pickwick. Go to

2. 'You--you're a shuffler, sir,' gasped the furious doctor, 'a poltroon--a coward--a liar--a--a--will nothing induce you to give me your card, sir!' Go to

3. Mr. Tupman gasped a faint affirmative, looking very hard at Mr. Pickwick all the while. Go to

4. 'Hurrah!' gasped Mr. Winkle faintly. Go to

5. The man gasped for breath, and faintly ejaculated-- Go to

gatehouse /ˈɡeɪthaʊs/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: guarita; casa do portão

Simple English: A building beside or over the entrance gate to a property.

Example: The road began at the gatehouse and led to the main house.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After five minutes of knocking and shouting, an old man comes from the gatehouse and opens the gate. Go to

gentleman's /ˈdʒɛntəlmənz/ (52 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do cavalheiro; do senhor

Simple English: Belonging to a man of good manners or high rank.

Example: The gentleman's coat was left behind.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Then he admitted he had forgotten the kind gentleman's name. Go to

Original English Version

1. Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred. Go to

2. 'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially. Go to

3. 'Or possibly,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'the gentleman's second may feel himself affronted with some observations which fell from me at an early period of this meeting; if so, I shall be happy to give him satisfaction immediately.' Go to

4. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Go to

5. Ten minutes sufficed for the completion of his toilet, and at the expiration of that time he was by the old gentleman's side. Go to

6. Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted. Go to

gentler /ˈdʒentlər/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais suave; mais brando; mais delicado

Simple English: Kinder, softer or less rough than before.

Example: Use a gentler soap if your skin is dry.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object. Go to

glances /ˈɡlænsɪz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: olhares rápidos

Simple English: Quick or brief looks.

Example: Henry cast anxious glances back into the grey distance.

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1. 'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside). Go to

gloom /ɡluːm/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: escuridão; tristeza

Simple English: Darkness or a feeling of sadness and hopelessness.

Example: The empty house was filled with gloom.

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Original English Version

1. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Go to

gloomy /ˈɡluːmi/ (32 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sombrio; escuro; lúgubre

Simple English: Dark and depressing, or sad and without hope.

Example: The waiting room was gloomy even at midday.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle becomes gloomy and jumps when the trench looks like a giant grave. Go to

2. Pickwick asks the gloomy man to continue the story he was about to tell. Go to

3. The gloomy man says poetry gives beauty to life, just as light and music improve a stage. Go to

4. Because the gloomy man's deep eyes remain fixed on him, Snodgrass feels he must agree. Go to

5. He turned and saw the gloomy man beside him. Go to

6. The gloomy man asked whether Pickwick was admiring the view. Go to

Original English Version

1. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue. Go to

2. If he would light upon any of these old places, he must direct his steps to the obscurer quarters of the town, and there in some secluded nooks he will find several, still standing with a kind of gloomy sturdiness, amidst the modern innovations which surround them. Go to

goodbyes /ˌɡʊdˈbaɪz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: despedidas; adeuses

Simple English: Words or actions used when people part.

Example: Their hurried goodbyes ended at the station gate.

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1. At the road, they exchange warm goodbyes. Go to

goswell /ˈɡɒzwəl/ (24 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Goswell Street

Simple English: a London street from which the traveller departed

Example: He left Goswell Street and became lost near Barbican.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Early on May 13, 1827, Mr. Pickwick woke and looked from his window at Goswell Street in every direction. Go to

Original English Version

1. Goswell Street was at his feet, Goswell Street was on his right hand--as far as the eye could reach, Goswell Street extended on his left; and the opposite side of Goswell Street was over the way. Go to

2. As well might I be content to gaze on Goswell Street for ever, without one effort to penetrate to the hidden countries which on every side surround it.' And having given vent to this beautiful reflection, Mr. Pickwick proceeded to put himself into his clothes, and his clothes into his portmanteau. Go to

gracefully /ˈɡreɪsfəli/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: graciosamente; com elegância

Simple English: In a smooth and attractive way, or with good manners.

Example: She accepted the defeat gracefully and shook his hand.

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1. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Go to

granby /ˈɡrænbi/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Granby

Simple English: the surname of Sir Frederic Granby and his family

Example: The young man was heir to Sir Frederic Granby.

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1. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Go to

granddaughters /ˈɡrændɔːtərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: netas

Simple English: Daughters of one's son or daughter.

Example: They were the granddaughters of old Squire Meredith.

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1. The old lady asked whether it was one of her granddaughters. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'What are they talking about?' inquired the old lady of one of her granddaughters, in a very audible voice; for, like many deaf people, she never seemed to calculate on the possibility of other persons hearing what she said herself. Go to

grasping /ˈɡræspɪŋ/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ávidos; sempre a agarrar

Simple English: Always wanting more and taking it.

Example: They are hot, restless and grasping.

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1. '"Ah!" said the invalid, passing his hand across his forehead; "Hutley-- Hutley--let me see." He seemed endeavouring to collect his thoughts for a few seconds, and then grasping me tightly by the wrist said, "Don't leave me--don't leave me, old fellow. Go to

2. 'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount. Go to

3. 'I assure you, ma'am,' said Mr. Pickwick, grasping the old lady's hand, and speaking so loud that the exertion imparted a crimson hue to his benevolent countenance--'I assure you, ma'am, that nothing delights me more than to see a lady of your time of life heading so fine a family, and looking so young and well.' Go to

4. He rushed to the gate, and grasping the iron rails with the energy of desperation, shook it till it rang again, and threw himself against the thick wall as if to force a passage through the stone; but the strong building mocked his feeble efforts, and he beat his hands together and wept like a child. Go to

5. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Go to

6. 'My dear fellow,' replied the unsuspicious Mr. Tupman, fervently grasping his 'friend's' hand--'carry my best love--say how hard I find it to dissemble--say anything that's kind: but add how sensible I am of the necessity of the suggestion she made to me, through you, this morning. Go to

gratefully /ˈɡreɪtfəli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com gratidão; agradecido

Simple English: In a way that shows thanks.

Example: He answered gratefully and shook her hand.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She blushed and looked gratefully at Jingle. Go to

2. Wardle gratefully takes his hand. Go to

gray's /ɡreɪz/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Gray

Simple English: belonging to Hester Gray, referring to her garden.

Example: "It must be Hester Gray's garden," said Diana.

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1. 'He's my lawyer, Mr. Perker, of Gray's Inn. Go to

greased /ɡriːst/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lubrificada

Simple English: coated with grease so that a moving part runs easily

Example: Sam says he talks like a new barrow with its wheel greased.

Use in this Book:

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1. Beg your pardon, sir,' said Sam, when he had concluded, 'but wen I gets on this here grievance, I runs on like a new barrow with the wheel greased.' Having said which, and having paused for an instant to see whether he was wanted for anything more, Sam left the room. Go to

greasy /ˈɡriːsi/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gorduroso; ensebado

Simple English: Covered with fat or oil.

Example: He wiped his greasy fingers on a rag.

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1. The gloomy man promised to send it and wrote Pickwick's travel route in a greasy notebook. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Your address;' and, Mr. Pickwick having communicated their probable route, the dismal man carefully noted it down in a greasy pocket-book, and, resisting Mr. Pickwick's pressing invitation to breakfast, left that gentleman at his inn, and walked slowly away. Go to

greatcoat /ˈɡreɪtˌkoʊt/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sobretudo pesado

Simple English: A long, heavy overcoat, especially one formerly worn by soldiers.

Example: He buttoned his military greatcoat before going outside.

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1. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick's mouth and chin having been hastily enveloped in a large shawl, his hat having been put on his head, and his greatcoat thrown over his arm, he replied in the affirmative. Go to

3. After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view. Go to

greedily /ˈɡriːdəli/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: avidamente

Simple English: with an eager desire to obtain or consume something

Example: The man's eyes shine greedily as he opens the basket.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His eyes shone greedily as he unpacked the basket. Go to

greets /ɡriːts/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cumprimenta

Simple English: Says hello to someone, or welcomes them.

Example: She greets every visitor with a smile.

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1. He happily greets Winkle and Snodgrass after two days apart, but notices that both look strangely sad and secretive. Go to

grinned /ɡrɪnd/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sorriu de orelha a orelha

Simple English: Smiled widely, showing the teeth.

Example: He grinned when he saw who was at the door.

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1. Sam grinned expressively. Go to

grinning /ˈɡrɪnɪŋ/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: arreganhando os dentes; sorrindo largamente

Simple English: Smiling widely so that the teeth show.

Example: He came back grinning with the prize in his hand.

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1. 'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter. Go to

groan /ɡroʊn/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gemido

Simple English: A long, low sound made by someone in pain or trouble.

Example: She was startled to hear a deep groan nearby.

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1. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!' Go to

growled /ɡraʊld/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rosnou

Simple English: Made a low, angry sound.

Example: He often growled at the Scarecrow.

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1. 'Much use that,' growled the fat gentleman. Go to

guesses /ˈɡesɪz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: suposições; palpites; adivinha

Simple English: Opinions formed without enough information; also the act of forming them.

Example: Both of my guesses about the ending were wrong.

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1. Snodgrass guesses they are the opponent and a doctor, then offers Winkle brandy. Go to

guineas /ˈɡɪniz/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: guinéus (antiga moeda inglesa)

Simple English: Old British gold coins worth twenty-one shillings.

Example: The horse cost thirty guineas.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle screams for more speed and offers each driver two guineas if they prevent the other carriage from escaping. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Two guineas a-piece, boys--don't let 'em gain on us--keep it up--keep it up.' Go to

hampstead /ˈhæmpstɛd/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Hampstead

Simple English: a residential area in north London

Example: Two of them walked to Hampstead after smoking their pipes.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club had heard Samuel Pickwick's paper about the source of the Hampstead ponds and his ideas about tittlebats. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Go to

2. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Go to

hams /hæmz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: presuntos

Simple English: cured pieces of meat from a pig's hind leg

Example: Hams and bacon hang among the room's provisions.

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1. Hams, bacon, onions, riding equipment, an old loaded gun, an ancient clock, and a silver watch decorate it. Go to

Original English Version

1. He describes it as a large apartment, with a red brick floor and a capacious chimney; the ceiling garnished with hams, sides of bacon, and ropes of onions. Go to

handkerchief /ˈhæŋkərtʃɪf/ (69 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lenço

Simple English: A small square of cloth used for wiping the nose or face.

Example: He folded his handkerchief and put it back in his pocket.

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1. He pushes the package into his pocket, though it appears to contain only one shirt and a handkerchief. Go to

2. As the carriage disappeared, Jingle mockingly waved a white handkerchief from the window. Go to

Original English Version

1. Brown paper parcel here, that's all--other luggage gone by water--packing-cases, nailed up--big as houses--heavy, heavy, damned heavy,' replied the stranger, as he forced into his pocket as much as he could of the brown paper parcel, which presented most suspicious indications of containing one shirt and a handkerchief. Go to

2. 'Dead, sir--dead,' said the stranger, applying to his right eye the brief remnant of a very old cambric handkerchief. Go to

3. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Go to

4. 'I'm _so_ afraid you'll catch cold, aunt--have a silk handkerchief to tie round your dear old head--you really should take care of yourself-- consider your age!' Go to

5. Miss Wardle--farewell!' At the conclusion of this address, the most consecutive he was ever known to utter, Mr. Jingle applied to his eyes the remnant of a handkerchief before noticed, and turned towards the door. Go to

6. The postillions resumed their proper attitudes, and away rattled the chaise, Mr. Jingle fluttering in derision a white handkerchief from the coach window. Go to

handkerchiefs /ˈhæŋkərtʃɪfs/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lenços

Simple English: Small squares of cloth used for wiping the face.

Example: They took out handkerchiefs and began to cry.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Go to

harp /hɑːrp/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: harpa

Simple English: A large musical instrument with strings that are played with the fingers.

Example: She learned to play the harp at the age of nine.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille. Go to

headfirst /ˌhɛdˈfɜːrst/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de cabeça; com a cabeça à frente

Simple English: With the head going first.

Example: He was thrown headfirst among his friends.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Weeks later, workers cleaning a blocked public fountain found him headfirst inside the main pipe, with a confession in his boot. Go to

2. Wardle tells Pickwick to hold himself up as Pickwick falls headfirst against him. Go to

heartily /ˈhɑːrtɪli/ (28 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cordialmente; vigorosamente; de coração

Simple English: In a sincere, enthusiastic, or energetic way.

Example: They laughed heartily at the harmless joke.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. She's a Miss, she is; and yet she ain't a Miss--eh, Sir, eh?' And the stout gentleman playfully inserted his elbow between the ribs of Mr. Pickwick, and laughed very heartily. Go to

2. The young ladies laughed very heartily, and the old one tried to look amiable, but couldn't manage it. Go to

3. And Mr. Winkle came out with jokes which are very well known in town, but are not all known in the country; and as everybody laughed at them very heartily, and said they were very capital, Mr. Winkle was in a state of great honour and glory. Go to

4. They both laughed heartily. Go to

heartless /ˈhɑːrtləs/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desalmado; sem coração

Simple English: Showing no pity or kindness at all.

Example: It was heartless to leave the dog out in that cold.

Use in this Book:

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1. 'Can I,' said Mr. Jingle, fixing his eyes on the aunt's face--'can I see--lovely creature--sacrificed at the shrine--heartless avarice!' He appeared to be struggling with various conflicting emotions for a few seconds, and then said in a low voice-- 'Tupman only wants your money.' Go to

hedges /ˈhedʒɪz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sebes; cercas vivas

Simple English: Lines of bushes planted close together as a boundary.

Example: The lane runs between two tall hedges.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. They jump into the small carriage and race along narrow country roads, bouncing through holes and hitting hedges. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment. Go to

2. Fields, trees, and hedges, seemed to rush past them with the velocity of a whirlwind, so rapid was the pace at which they tore along. Go to

helpers /ˈhɛlpərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ajudantes; auxiliares

Simple English: People who help someone else.

Example: The farmer paid his helpers at sunset.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him. Go to

Original English Version

1. The hostler had somehow or other mislaid the key of the stable, and even when that was found, two sleepy helpers put the wrong harness on the wrong horses, and the whole process of harnessing had to be gone through afresh. Go to

hoarse /hɔːrs/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rouco; áspero

Simple English: With a rough low voice, often from shouting or illness.

Example: His voice was hoarse from the cold.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed. Go to

hollow /ˈhɒloʊ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: oco; oca; ocos

Simple English: Having an empty space inside or within something.

Example: The tree trunk is hollow, providing a home for small animals.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Seeing Snodgrass's notebook, he asks in a hollow voice whether Snodgrass is the poet. Go to

hopelessly /ˈhoʊpləsli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desesperadamente; irremediavelmente

Simple English: Without any hope, or so completely that nothing can be done.

Example: We were hopelessly lost within ten minutes.

Use in this Book:

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1. 'Were you intrusted with this message to me by name?' inquired Mr. Winkle, whose intellects were hopelessly confused by this extraordinary conversation. Go to

hops /hɑːps/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: salta

Simple English: Jumps forward on one foot or with both feet together.

Example: The bird hops from branch to branch.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger praises Kent for its apples, cherries, hops, and women, then offers wine. Go to

Original English Version

1. Kent, sir--everybody knows Kent--apples, cherries, hops, and women. Go to

horribly /ˈhɔːrəbli/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: horrivelmente; terrivelmente

Simple English: In a very unpleasant or frightening way.

Example: The wind howled horribly around her.

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1. There were insects, too, hideous crawling things, with eyes that stared upon him, and filled the very air around, glistening horribly amidst the thick darkness of the place. Go to

2. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Go to

horse's /ˈhɔːrsɪz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do cavalo

Simple English: Belonging to a horse.

Example: All that trouble for a horse's pedigree.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The driver repeated the horse's age without changing his expression, so Pickwick immediately wrote it down. Go to

2. Confused, Mr. Pickwick repeats that the reason is the horse's weakness. Go to

3. The group removes the horse's equipment and walks on, leaving the broken carriage. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick was the very personation of kindness and humanity: he threw the reins on the horse's back, and having descended from his seat, carefully drew the chaise into the hedge, lest anything should come along the road, and stepped back to the assistance of his distressed companion, leaving Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the vehicle. Go to

horseback /ˈhɔːrsbæk/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lombo de cavalo; a cavalo

Simple English: The back of a horse, used mainly in the phrase on horseback.

Example: The guide crossed the river on horseback while we waited.

Use in this Book:

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1. They sent one driver ahead on horseback to find a new carriage and horses. Go to

Original English Version

1. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Go to

2. 'Winkle, will you go on horseback?' Go to

3. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Go to

household /ˈhaʊshoʊld/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: agregado familiar; domésticos; uso doméstico

Simple English: All people living together considered a social unit.

Example: In our household, we all share chores to keep things tidy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A servant rushes in with the fat boy and all the household workers. Go to

howled /haʊld/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: uivou

Simple English: Made a long, loud crying sound.

Example: The wind howled around the little house.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Go to

hugging /ˈhʌɡɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abraçando; apertando junto ao corpo

Simple English: Holding someone or something closely in your arms.

Example: She stood at the gate hugging her little brother.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Joe said he had seen the strange gentleman with the injured arm kissing and hugging someone. Go to

2. Jingle said Joe had betrayed her by telling the furious old lady about her kissing and hugging Tupman in the garden shelter. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Yes, ma'am--damn that Joe!--treacherous dog, Joe--told the old lady-- old lady furious--wild--raving--arbour--Tupman--kissing and hugging--all that sort of thing--eh, ma'am--eh?' Go to

Hunting /ˈhʌntɪŋ/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: caça; caçar; caçando

Simple English: Pursuing and killing wild animals for food or sport.

Example: They went hunting for deer in the forest last autumn.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He tells a story about his hunting dog Ponto, who stopped before a field after reading a sign that ordered gamekeepers to shoot every dog found there. Go to

hurrah /həˈrɑː/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: hurra!; viva!

Simple English: A shout of joy or of victory.

Example: The men gave a loud hurrah at the news.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Hurrah!' gasped Mr. Winkle faintly. Go to

2. 'Hurrah!' echoed Mr. Pickwick, taking off his hat and dashing it on the floor, and insanely casting his spectacles into the middle of the kitchen. Go to

hurried /ˈhɜːrid/ (54 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: correram; foram depressa

Simple English: Moved or went quickly.

Example: The mice hurried away through the grass.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She avoided her kind neighbours and hurried home alone. Go to

2. The landlady threw a pair of women's shoes into the yard and hurried away. Go to

3. He playfully hurried over, gave her a light kiss, and danced out of the room. Go to

Original English Version

1. That learned man in a few hurried words explained the real state of the case. Go to

2. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number. Go to

hurriedly /ˈhɜːrɪdli/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: às pressas; apressadamente

Simple English: In a rushed way because there is little time.

Example: He hurriedly folded the map and left.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He hurriedly wrapped himself in a travelling-shawl and dressing-gown, and proceeded downstairs. Go to

2. 'I have,' said the dismal man hurriedly; 'I have. Go to

3. The desolate woman drew her bonnet closer over her face, and walked hurriedly away. Go to

hutley /ˈhʌtli/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Hutley

Simple English: the surname of a man addressed in the scene

Example: The sick man calls for Hutley.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His wife explains that the visitor is Mr. Hutley, whom he requested. Go to

2. The sick man struggles to remember Hutley, then grabs his wrist and begs him to stay. Go to

3. Hutley asks the crying wife how long he has behaved this way. Go to

4. The man begs Hutley to keep her away. Go to

5. Hutley understands the truth by looking at the woman's pale, thin body. Go to

6. Hutley says yes and promises she will not hurt him. Go to

Original English Version

1. Hutley, John," said his wife; "Mr. Go to

2. Hutley, that you sent for to- night, you know." Go to

3. '"Ah!" said the invalid, passing his hand across his forehead; "Hutley-- Hutley--let me see." He seemed endeavouring to collect his thoughts for a few seconds, and then grasping me tightly by the wrist said, "Don't leave me--don't leave me, old fellow. Go to

hutley's /ˈhʌtliz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: de Hutley

Simple English: belonging to the man named Hutley

Example: He grabs Hutley's shoulder and sits upright.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Then he grabs Hutley's shoulder and sits up. Go to

hysterical /hɪˈsterɪkəl/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: histérico

Simple English: Unable to control extreme fear, grief, excitement, or laughter.

Example: The red-faced man helped the hysterical women put on life jackets.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Then you are not dead!' ejaculated the hysterical lady. Go to

illusions /ɪˈluːʒnz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ilusões

Simple English: Things that seem real but are not.

Example: The desert is full of strange illusions.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Without these beautiful illusions, little remains worth caring about. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Ah! poetry makes life what light and music do the stage--strip the one of the false embellishments, and the other of its illusions, and what is there real in either to live or care for?' Go to

imagines /ɪˈmædʒɪnz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: imagina; supõe

Simple English: Forms a picture of something in the mind, or believes something without proof.

Example: He imagines that everyone is talking about him.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Hutley feels sick when he imagines years of cruelty and neglect. Go to

2. In his fever, the actor imagines theatres, pubs, work, and drink. Go to

3. Then he imagines dark tunnels, insects, monsters, hot irons, and ropes around his head. Go to

4. During the introductions, Pickwick studies everyone's appearance and imagines their personalities. Go to

5. In bed, he angrily imagines crushing Jingle's head. Go to

imitating /ˈɪmɪteɪtɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: imitando

Simple English: Copying the way someone speaks or behaves.

Example: The child was imitating his father.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. Go to

imitation /ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃən/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: imitação; cópia

Simple English: The act of copying someone, or a copy of something.

Example: The bag was a cheap imitation of a famous brand.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Go to

impartial /ɪmˈpɑːrʃəl/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: imparcial

Simple English: fair and not favoring one person or side

Example: He demanded fair and impartial treatment for the prince.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. We are merely endeavouring to discharge, in an upright manner, the responsible duties of our editorial functions; and whatever ambition we might have felt under other circumstances to lay claim to the authorship of these adventures, a regard for truth forbids us to do more than claim the merit of their judicious arrangement and impartial narration. Go to

impatiently /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: impacientemente

Simple English: In a way that shows you do not want to wait.

Example: He knocked impatiently on the closed door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle impatiently asks whether the carriage will come that night. Go to

2. Jingle impatiently asks him to continue. Go to

impressively /ɪmˈprɛsɪvli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de modo impressionante; com ênfase

Simple English: In a way that causes admiration or shows deliberate importance.

Example: Peter spoke impressively before revealing the news.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Go to

impudent /ˈɪmpjədənt/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: atrevido; insolente

Simple English: Rude and disrespectful in a bold way.

Example: The servant answered with an impudent smile.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Even the deaf old woman asks to hear his jokes and calls him an impudent young man. Go to

Original English Version

1. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided. Go to

inconvenient /ˌɪnkənˈviːnjənt/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: incômodo; inconveniente

Simple English: Causing trouble or difficulty at the wrong moment.

Example: The rain came at an inconvenient hour.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He jokes that a cold lamp post could also help but would be inconvenient. Go to

2. The friendly doctor offers his hand, praises Winkle's courage, and apologizes for causing a useless and inconvenient meeting. Go to

Original English Version

1. Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred. Go to

indifference /ɪnˈdɪfərəns/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: indiferença

Simple English: A lack of interest or feeling about something.

Example: He listened with complete indifference.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He praised her wise plan, although pretending indifference was difficult. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'We may place our men, then, I think,' observed the officer, with as much indifference as if the principals were chess-men, and the seconds players. Go to

2. 'Yes; I think they would,' said Mr. Tupman, with an air of indifference. Go to

3. 'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. Go to

4. The father had positively refused to see his son from the moment of his apprehension; and it was a matter of indifference to him whether he lived or died. Go to

informer /ɪnˈfɔːrmər/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: delator; informante

Simple English: a person who secretly reports another person's wrongdoing

Example: The prisoner feared that an informer would betray him.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The driver asks the crowd to imagine an informer riding in his cab and writing down both his number and every word. Go to

informers /ɪnˈfɔːrmərz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: delatores; informantes

Simple English: people who secretly report others to authorities

Example: The group was constantly afraid of spies and informers.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The crowd shouts that the men are informers. Go to

2. After hearing the Pickwickians are informers, they consider putting them under the pump. Go to

3. The crowd again shouts that they are informers. Go to

4. Pickwick loudly insists they are not informers, and his honest voice should convince any fair listener. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Informers!' shouted the crowd. Go to

2. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Go to

3. 'Informers!' shouted the crowd again. Go to

inkstand /ˈɪŋkstænd/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tinteiro

Simple English: A small pot that holds ink for writing.

Example: He dipped his pen in the inkstand.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. In the frenzy of his rage, he hurled the inkstand madly forward, and followed it up himself. Go to

inner /ˈɪnər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: interior; íntimo

Simple English: Situated inside of something else; internal or central.

Example: She found peace in her inner thoughts during her quiet meditation practice.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman calls Winkle in the inner room. Go to

innkeeper /ˈɪnkiːpər/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: estalajadeiro

Simple English: A person who owns or runs an inn.

Example: The innkeeper showed him to a small room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The innkeeper orders the stable workers to hurry. Go to

inns /ɪnz/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: hospedarias; estalagens

Simple English: places that provide travelers with rooms and often food or drink

Example: They searched the village inns for a room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. London still had several old inns that had once served famous passenger coaches. Go to

2. About six old inns remained unchanged in the Borough. Go to

Original English Version

1. There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. Go to

2. In the Borough especially, there still remain some half-dozen old inns, which have preserved their external features unchanged, and which have escaped alike the rage for public improvement and the encroachments of private speculation. Go to

3. It was in the yard of one of these inns--of no less celebrated a one than the White Hart--that a man was busily employed in brushing the dirt off a pair of boots, early on the morning succeeding the events narrated in the last chapter. Go to

inspecting /ɪnˈspɛktɪŋ/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: encarregado de inspeções

Simple English: Responsible for examining places or work officially.

Example: He became the inspecting physician for three prisons.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After reserving a private sitting room, inspecting bedrooms, and ordering dinner, the group goes out to see the city and nearby area. Go to

interfered /ˌɪntərˈfɪrd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: interferiu; atrapalhou

Simple English: Became involved in a way that affected or obstructed something.

Example: Nobody interfered while the children worked.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He said he welcomed private suggestions, but offering Sam half a guinea was an improper public argument that interfered with his professional work. Go to

Original English Version

1. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered-- Go to

interrupting /ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪŋ/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: interrompendo

Simple English: Stopping someone while they are speaking or doing something.

Example: Stop interrupting and let her finish the story.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'I asked for no opinion,' said the dismal man, interrupting him, 'and I want none. Go to

interruption /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: interrupção

Simple English: Something that stops an action or a speech for a while.

Example: He read the whole afternoon without a single interruption.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle nervously thinks about the words no interruption. Go to

2. The writers would like to record Pickwick's opinion of the story, but an unfortunate interruption prevents it. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'If you will take the trouble to turn into the field which borders the trench, take the foot-path to the left when you arrive at an angle of the fortification, and keep straight on, till you see me, I will precede you to a secluded place, where the affair can be conducted without fear of interruption.' Go to

2. 'Fear of interruption!' thought Mr. Winkle. Go to

interrupts /ˌɪntəˈrʌpts/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: interrompe

Simple English: stops someone while they are speaking or acting

Example: Tupman interrupts her declaration and falls to his knees.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman interrupts, saying that man is there before her, and drops to his knees. Go to

2. Then a driver's loud shout interrupts his thoughts. Go to

3. The landlady begins protesting angrily, but Jingle interrupts. Go to

introductions /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃənz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: apresentações

Simple English: Acts of formally making people known to one another.

Example: The difficult introductions began before dinner.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. During the introductions, Pickwick studies everyone's appearance and imagines their personalities. Go to

irons /ˈaɪərnz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ferros; grilhões

Simple English: Metal rings put on the legs or arms of a prisoner.

Example: They took the irons off his ankles.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Then he imagines dark tunnels, insects, monsters, hot irons, and ropes around his head. Go to

Original English Version

1. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Go to

isabella /ˌɪzəˈbɛlə/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: isabel (cor amarelo-acinzentada)

Simple English: A pale grey-yellow colour.

Example: He wore clothes of a dull Isabella colour.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Isabella whispered that their aunt wanted the older gentleman for herself. Go to

2. Emily whispered to Isabella that their aunt was certainly speaking badly about them because she looked so cruel. Go to

3. Isabella reacted and called sweetly to her aunt. Go to

4. The aunt answered Isabella affectionately. Go to

5. Isabella pretended to worry that her aunt might catch cold and offered a scarf for her dear old head, reminding her to consider her age. Go to

6. Isabella quietly explains that her grandmother is upset but will speak to Pickwick later. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Aunt and the little old gentleman want to have it all to themselves, I think,' whispered Miss Isabella Wardle to her sister Emily. Go to

2. 'Is she?' replied Isabella.--'Hem! aunt, dear!' Go to

3. 'Grandma's rather put out now,' said Miss Isabella Wardle, in a low tone; 'but she'll talk to you presently.' Go to

4. Isabella Wardle and Mr. Trundle 'went partners,' and Emily Wardle and Mr. Snodgrass did the same; and even Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt established a joint- stock company of fish and flattery. Go to

5. 'Why, what is the matter with the little old gentleman?' said Isabella Wardle. Go to

6. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Go to

isabella's /ˌɪzəˈbɛləz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Isabella

Simple English: belonging to Isabella, a character in the story

Example: Isabella's face turned red.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Rachael whispered that Tupman thought Emily's bold behavior was worse than Isabella's bad posture. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'You mean,' said the amiable aunt, sinking her voice still lower--'you mean, that you don't think Isabella's stooping is as bad as Emily's boldness. Go to

jealously /ˈdʒɛləsli/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: com ciúme; invejosamente

Simple English: In a way that shows you want what another has.

Example: He watched them jealously from the door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The unmarried aunt jealously whispered to Wardle that Emily was flirting with the strange gentleman. Go to

jem /dʒɛm/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Jem

Simple English: a nickname, short for James, belonging to a baby character

Example: "Let's look at Little Jem instead."

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. "Drive her away; I can't bear her near me." He stared wildly at her, with a look of deadly apprehension, and then whispered in my ear, "I beat her, Jem; I beat her yesterday, and many times before. Go to

2. I have starved her and the boy too; and now I am weak and helpless, Jem, she'll murder me for it; I know she will. Go to

3. '"I'll tell you what, Jem," said the man, in a low voice, "she does hurt me. Go to

4. All last night, her large, staring eyes and pale face were close to mine; wherever I turned, they turned; and whenever I started up from my sleep, she was at the bedside looking at me." He drew me closer to him, as he said in a deep alarmed whisper, "Jem, she must be an evil spirit--a devil! Go to

jemmy /ˈdʒɛmi/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pé de cabra; alavanca de arrombamento

Simple English: A short crowbar, especially one used in burglary.

Example: He used a jemmy to pry up the floorboard.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He is not a good actor, has suffered greatly, and is called Dismal Jemmy. Go to

2. The stranger urges Jemmy to continue the story clearly and cheerfully. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.' Go to

2. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Go to

3. 'Go on, Jemmy,' said the Spanish traveller, 'like black-eyed Susan--all in the Downs--no croaking--speak out--look lively.' Go to

jingle /ˈdʒɪŋɡəl/ (388 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tinido; retinir

Simple English: A light ringing sound made by small metal pieces.

Example: We heard the jingle of coins in his pocket.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Jingle says poor Quanko never recovered and died. Go to

2. The stranger immediately gives his name as Alfred Jingle and jokingly says he comes from nowhere. Go to

3. Jingle agrees and takes the arms of Pickwick and Wardle. Go to

4. Jingle says he saw the excellent cold dinner earlier, including chickens and pies. Go to

5. Three waiters hurry around, food disappears, and Jingle creates as much activity as six ordinary men. Go to

6. Jingle calls for attention, the others agree, and everyone fills a glass. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Jingle,' said that versatile gentleman, taking the hint at once. Go to

2. 'Jingle--Alfred Jingle, Esq., of No Hall, Nowhere.' Go to

3. 'So shall I,' said Mr. Alfred Jingle, drawing one arm through Mr. Pickwick's, and another through Mr. Wardle's, as he whispered confidentially in the ear of the former gentleman:-- Go to

4. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Go to

5. Mr. Jingle uttered a patronising 'Hear, hear,' which was responded to by the remainder of the company; and the glasses having been filled, the vice-president assumed an air of wisdom in a state of profound attention; and said-- Go to

6. 'State,' suggested Mr. Jingle. Go to

jingle's /ˈdʒɪŋɡəlz/ (32 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Jingle

Simple English: belonging to the character Alfred Jingle

Example: The supposed revolution existed only in Jingle's imagination.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As Jingle's popularity grows, Tupman forces his laughter. Go to

2. In bed, he angrily imagines crushing Jingle's head. Go to

3. Rachael was surprised by Jingle's sudden appearance and wondered whether he was mentally well. Go to

4. He says he paid Jingle's costs and lent him ten pounds. Go to

5. Wardle angrily says he can see Jingle's head. Go to

6. Through the carriage window, he could see Jingle's face covered in mud from the wheels. Go to

Original English Version

1. * A remarkable instance of the prophetic force of Mr. Jingle's imagination; this dialogue occurring in the year 1827, and the Revolution in 1830. Go to

2. Mr. Tupman felt that as Jingle's popularity increased, he (Tupman) retired further into the shade. Go to

3. His laughter was forced--his merriment feigned; and when at last he laid his aching temples between the sheets, he thought, with horrid delight, on the satisfaction it would afford him to have Jingle's head at that moment between the feather bed and the mattress. Go to

4. Hesitation formed no part of Mr. Alfred Jingle's character. Go to

5. 'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity. Go to

6. Jingle's doubts were resolved. Go to

joe's /dʒoʊz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Joe

Simple English: belonging to a character named Joe, referring to his train ticket

Example: He would send his trunk to Shelly Hot Springs on Joe's ticket.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After the battle show ended, Mr. Wardle told someone to pinch the sleeping Joe's leg and ordered the boy to open the food basket. Go to

2. The old lady became alarmed by Joe's serious manner and asked what had happened. Go to

joked /dʒoʊkt/ (36 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gracejou; brincou

Simple English: Said something funny to make people laugh.

Example: He joked about his own bad cooking.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man greeted Snodgrass and Winkle, then introduced his daughters, his unmarried sister Rachael Wardle, and joked about her age. Go to

2. Wardle called Winkle forward and joked that such a skilled man should have risen earlier, even for this simple sport. Go to

3. He joked that heavy older gentlemen made such work dangerous. Go to

4. Sam joked about her loud voice, then pointed to eleven pairs of boots and one shoe belonging to a man with a wooden leg. Go to

jokingly /ˈdʒoʊkɪŋli/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gracejando; de brincadeira

Simple English: In a way that is meant to be funny.

Example: He jokingly called himself the boss.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Some travellers may dislike the dirt, but he jokingly calls it a welcome sign of business and prosperity. Go to

2. The stranger immediately gives his name as Alfred Jingle and jokingly says he comes from nowhere. Go to

journey's /ˈdʒɝniz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: da jornada; da viagem

Simple English: the possessive form of journey

Example: They rested when the journey's end was finally in sight.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick's excitement falls as he considers the journey's dangers. Go to

jug /dʒʌɡ/ (16 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: jarro; bilha

Simple English: A container with a handle for holding water.

Example: She filled the jug at the well.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He hides his face in a jug, perhaps from sadness or thirst, then watches two cricket club members approach Pickwick. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. Go to

justice /ˈdʒʌstɪs/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: justiça; judicial; juiz

Simple English: Fair and just behavior treatment in society.

Example: Justice is essential for a fair society where everyone is treated equally.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Feeling cheated, he spins around the room and demands justice. Go to

keyhole /ˈkiːhoʊl/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: buraco da fechadura

Simple English: The hole in a lock where you put the key.

Example: He looked through the keyhole and saw nothing.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam quickly answers the bell because he has been secretly watching through the keyhole. Go to

Original English Version

1. Cert'nly, Sir,' replied Sam, who had answered Wardle's violent ringing of the bell with a degree of celerity which must have appeared marvellous to anybody who didn't know that his eye had been applied to the outside of the keyhole during the whole interview. Go to

knelt /nɛlt/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ajoelhou-se

Simple English: Went down so that the knees were on the ground.

Example: She knelt beside the little dog and held it.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Edmunds knelt and studied the old man. Go to

2. Pickwick called Winkle a terrible man, Tupman fell, and Winkle knelt beside him in horror. Go to

3. Jingle knelt before Rachael for five minutes. Go to

Original English Version

1. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Go to

knitting /ˈnɪtɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tricô; tricotando; consolidando-se

Simple English: Making clothes from wool with needles; also, of a bone, joining together again.

Example: She kept her knitting in a basket by the fire.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Jingle saw Rachael knitting through the partly open door. Go to

Original English Version

1. The spinster aunt was knitting. Go to

labours /ˈleɪbərz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: trabalhos árduos

Simple English: hard work or difficult tasks; British spelling of 'labors'.

Example: Beautiful words came to her mind: “They rest from their labours.” “The weary are at rest.” “He giveth his beloved sleep.”

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The labours of others have raised for us an immense reservoir of important facts. Go to

lady's /ˈleɪdiz/ (54 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da senhora

Simple English: Belonging to a woman of high rank or good manners.

Example: The lady's gloves were left on the seat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Joe carefully looked around before shouting the answer into the old lady's ear. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I assure you, ma'am,' said Mr. Pickwick, grasping the old lady's hand, and speaking so loud that the exertion imparted a crimson hue to his benevolent countenance--'I assure you, ma'am, that nothing delights me more than to see a lady of your time of life heading so fine a family, and looking so young and well.' Go to

2. The old lady's hearing decidedly improved and the unlucky Miller felt as much out of his element as a dolphin in a sentry-box. Go to

3. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Go to

4. 'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Go to

5. The tear which starts unbidden to the eye when the recollection of old times and the happiness of many years ago is suddenly recalled, stole down the old lady's face as she shook her head with a melancholy smile. Go to

6. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Go to

landlady /ˈlændleɪdi/ (41 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: senhoria; dona da pensão

Simple English: A woman who rents rooms or a house to other people.

Example: The landlady asked for the rent on Friday.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The landlady called Sam lazy and demanded to know why he did not answer her. Go to

2. The landlady threw a pair of women's shoes into the yard and hurried away. Go to

3. Kind Pickwick calls the landlady and asks for water. Go to

4. The landlady calls him cruel and comforts Rachael. Go to

5. The landlady begins protesting angrily, but Jingle interrupts. Go to

Original English Version

1. There was another loud ring; and the bustling old landlady of the White Hart made her appearance in the opposite gallery. Go to

2. 'Sam,' cried the landlady, 'where's that lazy, idle--why, Sam--oh, there you are; why don't you answer?' Go to

3. The landlady flung a pair of lady's shoes into the yard, and bustled away. Go to

4. 'A glass of water,' said the humane Mr. Pickwick, summoning the landlady. Go to

5. 'Ugh, you brute!' ejaculated the kind-hearted landlady. Go to

6. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Go to

lanterns /ˈlæntərnz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lanternas; lampiões

Simple English: Lamps with a cover, that can be carried.

Example: Coloured lanterns hung along the garden path.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Workers run everywhere with lanterns. Go to

Original English Version

1. Should they send men and lanterns in every direction by which they could be supposed likely to have travelled home? or should they--Hark! there they were. Go to

2. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Go to

lawyer's /ˈlɔːjərz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de advogado

Simple English: Belonging to a person trained in the law.

Example: He looked like a lawyer's agent.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick studied Muggleton's square, strange Blue Lion inn, many shops, lawyer's house, and doctor's house. Go to

leaned /liːnd/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: apoiou; encostou

Simple English: Rested part of the body against something for support.

Example: Dorothy leaned her chin upon her hand.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. On a bright and pleasant morning, Pickwick leaned over Rochester Bridge, enjoying the beautiful view while he waited for breakfast. Go to

Original English Version

1. Bright and pleasant was the sky, balmy the air, and beautiful the appearance of every object around, as Mr. Pickwick leaned over the balustrades of Rochester Bridge, contemplating nature, and waiting for breakfast. Go to

leans /liːnz/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inclina-se; apoia-se

Simple English: Bends toward something or rests against it for support.

Example: She leans toward it when she remembers that Mr. and Mrs.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick leans against a cupboard smiling, Wardle promises eternal friendship to Jingle, Winkle uses the clock for support and refuses bed, and Snodgrass sits in complete misery. Go to

2. Wardle leans halfway out the window and loudly joins them. Go to

leisurely /ˈlɛʒəli/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sem pressa

Simple English: slowly and without hurry

Example: The old lady walked leisurely to the arbour.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Go to

lemonade /ˌlɛməˈneɪd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: limonada

Simple English: A sweet drink made from lemons, sugar, and water.

Example: A man was selling green lemonade in the street.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger pretends the doctor drank too much and advises lemonade for older gentlemen in hot rooms. Go to

Original English Version

1. I see,' said the stranger, half aside, 'negus too strong here-- liberal landlord--very foolish--very--lemonade much better--hot rooms-- elderly gentlemen--suffer for it in the morning--cruel--cruel;' and he moved on a step or two. Go to

licences /ˈlaɪsənsɪz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: licenças (britânico)

Simple English: official permits or certificates, British spelling of 'licenses'

Example: Marriage licences and small probate cases paid best.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Two men stood there trying to sell licences. Go to

2. The surprised gentleman repeated that they sold licences. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.' Go to

2. 'Touts for licences!' said the gentleman. Go to

3. 'Touts for licences,' replied Sam. Go to

lobsters /ˈlɑːbstərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lagostas

Simple English: Sea animals with hard shells and large claws.

Example: Lobsters moved slowly over the sandy bottom.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle quickly called for tongue, pigeon pie, veal, ham, lobsters, salad, and dressing. Go to

Original English Version

1. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number. Go to

lodgings /ˈlɑːdʒɪŋz/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aposentos alugados; moradia alugada

Simple English: Rented rooms where someone lives temporarily.

Example: “I think we must stay in lodgings and look for a house.”

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. Go to

loosens /ˈluːsənz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: afrouxa

Simple English: makes something less tight

Example: The maid loosens the faint woman's clothes.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. With a maid's help, she uses vinegar, rubs her hands, touches her nose, and loosens her clothes. Go to

lovingly /ˈlʌvɪŋli/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carinhosamente

Simple English: In a way that shows love or care.

Example: She lovingly wrapped the child in a blanket.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle told Joe to hurry because the boy was staring lovingly at a fat chicken. Go to

2. She lovingly warns that the evening air may give him a cold. Go to

3. As Jingle put on his damaged hat, Rachael lovingly asked him not to stay away long. Go to

lowers /ˈloʊərz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abaixa

Simple English: Moves something downward or makes it less high.

Example: The housekeeper lowers her voice to a whisper.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass lowers the hand he had raised dramatically toward the sky and prepares to listen. Go to

luffey /ˈlʌfi/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Luffey

Simple English: the surname of a cricket bowler

Example: Luffey prepared to bowl against Dumkins and Podder.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Famous players Dumkins and Podder took their bats, while Luffey and Struggles prepared to bowl. Go to

2. Luffey studied the ball while Dumkins watched him carefully. Go to

3. Fifteen minutes later, everyone sits in a large room at the Blue Lion, with Dumkins leading and Luffey assisting. Go to

4. He calls to Mr. Luffey. Go to

5. Everyone becomes completely silent as Luffey answers. Go to

6. Luffey says, "Sir." Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Go to

2. Mr. Luffey retired a few paces behind the wicket of the passive Podder, and applied the ball to his right eye for several seconds. Go to

3. Dumkins confidently awaited its coming with his eyes fixed on the motions of Luffey. Go to

4. In vain did the eager Luffey, and the enthusiastic Struggles, do all that skill and experience could suggest, to regain the ground Dingley Dell had lost in the contest--it was of no avail; and in an early period of the winning game Dingley Dell gave in, and allowed the superior prowess of All-Muggleton. Go to

5. Dumkins acting as chairman, and Mr. Luffey officiating as vice. Go to

6. Luffey!' Go to

maid's /meɪdz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da criada

Simple English: Belonging to a maid, a woman who serves in a house.

Example: The maid's arm helped steady the Princess.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. With a maid's help, she uses vinegar, rubs her hands, touches her nose, and loosens her clothes. Go to

maker's /ˈmeɪkərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do fabricante; do criador

Simple English: Belonging to the person or company that made something.

Example: The maker's name was stamped beneath the clock.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle asked whether they carried the maker's name. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Any maker's name?' Go to

martin's /ˈmɑːrtɪnz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Martin

Simple English: belonging to a character named Martin

Example: Something in the story troubled Martin's sense of beauty.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Go to

material /məˈtɪriəl/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: material

Simple English: The substance used to make something.

Example: This material is very strong.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle promises to clean them up, then orders cherry brandy, sewing materials, towels, and water. Go to

medway /ˈmɛdweɪ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rio Medway (Kent, Inglaterra)

Simple English: the name of a river and coal-trading region in Kent, England, mentioned as a possible business opportunity.

Example: "Mr. Micawber believed there might be an opportunity for a talented man in the Medway coal business."

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Fields, pastures, windmills, and churches stretched beside the Medway River, while fishing boats moved slowly across the shining water. Go to

Original English Version

1. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. Go to

meeting's /ˈmiːtɪŋz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: da reunião; do encontro

Simple English: The possessive form of meeting, showing that something belongs to or is connected with a gathering or discussion.

Example: The committee discussed the meeting's arrangements.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The officer asks Winkle to name a friend who can arrange the meeting's time and place. Go to

military /ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: militar; exército; armadas

Simple English: Armed forces of a nation responsible for defense and war.

Example: The military protects our country from external threats every day.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger explains that the colonel commands the military base. Go to

2. Snodgrass calmly says most military men shoot well but assumes Winkle does too. Go to

3. Everyone finished another bottle, packed the basket, and watched more military exercises before both the soldiers and the guests left. Go to

minister /ˈmɪnɪstər/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ministro; pastor

Simple English: Person in charge of a specific department in government.

Example: The minister announced new policies to improve education in the country.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He said that during his work as a minister, the clergyman must have seen many people and events worth recording. Go to

minor /ˈmaɪnər/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: menor; pequenas; secundária

Simple English: Having little importance or seriousness; relatively small.

Example: The changes to the project were minor and did not affect deadlines significantly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The doctor examined and treated Tupman's minor wound. Go to

misfortune /mɪsˈfɔːrtʃən/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: infortúnio; desgraça; azar

Simple English: Bad luck, or an unhappy event.

Example: By some misfortune the letter was lost.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'The measure of the unhappy woman's misery and misfortune was about to be completed. Go to

mislead /ˌmɪsˈliːd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enganar; induzir em erro

Simple English: To make someone believe something that is not true.

Example: The label was designed to mislead the buyer.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He says Jingle paid the boy to mislead him with the false story about Rachael and Tupman. Go to

mistaking /mɪˈsteɪkɪŋ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: confundindo

Simple English: Thinking that one person or thing is another.

Example: Mistaking the stranger for his brother, he waved eagerly.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He looked again, and was under the painful necessity of admitting the veracity of his optics; Mrs. Budger was dancing with Mr. Tracy Tupman; there was no mistaking the fact. Go to

2. His dress was slightly improved, and he wore boots; but there was no mistaking him. Go to

moans /moʊnz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gemidos

Simple English: Long low sounds that show pain or sadness.

Example: Moans came from the dark corner.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father. Go to

mocked /mɑːkt/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: escarnecida; ridicularizada

Simple English: Laughed at someone in an unkind way.

Example: The other boys mocked his old shoes.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He rushed to the gate, and grasping the iron rails with the energy of desperation, shook it till it rang again, and threw himself against the thick wall as if to force a passage through the stone; but the strong building mocked his feeble efforts, and he beat his hands together and wept like a child. Go to

mockingly /ˈmɑːkɪŋli/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: zombeteiramente

Simple English: In a way that makes fun of someone.

Example: He bowed mockingly and went out.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As the carriage disappeared, Jingle mockingly waved a white handkerchief from the window. Go to

mocks /mɒks/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: zomba de

Simple English: Makes fun of someone or something.

Example: She mocks nobody.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle mocks the claim that she is over twenty-one and says she is over forty-one. Go to

modestly /ˈmɑːdɪstli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: modestamente; com modéstia

Simple English: In a quiet way, without boasting about yourself.

Example: He modestly said the work had been easy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Normally Winkle would have said yes, but after the accident he modestly answered no. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle modestly repeated his suggestion. Go to

2. He felt the delicacy of his situation, and modestly replied, 'No.' Go to

morning's /ˈmɔːrnɪŋz/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da manhã

Simple English: Belonging to the morning, or done during it.

Example: He read the morning's letters before breakfast.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. That morning's breakfast passed heavily off. Go to

2. 'How common the saying,' continued the dismal man, '"The morning's too fine to last." How well might it be applied to our everyday existence. Go to

mould /moʊld/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: molde; moldar; mofo; húmus

Simple English: A soft green or grey growth that appears on old food or damp things.

Example: Green mould covered the fallen fruit.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Go to

mount /maʊnt/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: montagem; montar; monte

Simple English: To increase gradually over time, especially intensity or frequency.

Example: The tension began to mount as the deadline approached quickly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. William holds it while the main worker goes to help Winkle mount. Go to

2. The worker tells Winkle to mount from the other side. Go to

3. Winkle struggles to stop his horse, gets down, returns the whip, and prepares to mount again. Go to

4. Winkle shouts that he cannot mount and asks what he should do. Go to

muggleton /ˈmʌɡəltən/ (42 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Muggleton

Simple English: a fictional town near Dingley Dell

Example: The cricket match filled Muggleton with excitement.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle led the others to the cricket match that had filled Muggleton and Dingley Dell with excitement. Go to

2. Muggleton proudly called itself an ancient, loyal, and Christian town. Go to

3. Pickwick understood that the stranger had quickly made friends with the All-Muggleton team and received a general invitation. Go to

4. All-Muggleton played first. Go to

5. All-Muggleton scored two runs, and Podder also played very well. Go to

6. He praises both Muggleton and Dingley Dell, especially their cricket players Dumkins, Podder, Luffey, and Struggles. Go to

Original English Version

1. It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement. Go to

2. As their walk, which was not above two miles long, lay through shady lanes and sequestered footpaths, and as their conversation turned upon the delightful scenery by which they were on every side surrounded, Mr. Pickwick was almost inclined to regret the expedition they had used, when he found himself in the main street of the town of Muggleton. Go to

3. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Go to

4. 'Capital game--smart sport--fine exercise--very,' were the words which fell upon Mr. Pickwick's ear as he entered the tent; and the first object that met his eyes was his green-coated friend of the Rochester coach, holding forth, to the no small delight and edification of a select circle of the chosen of All-Muggleton. Go to

5. 'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.' Go to

6. All-Muggleton had the first innings; and the interest became intense when Mr. Dumkins and Mr. Podder, two of the most renowned members of that most distinguished club, walked, bat in hand, to their respective wickets. Go to

muggleton's /ˈmʌɡəltənz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Muggleton

Simple English: belonging to the town of Muggleton

Example: The travellers finally reached Muggleton's main street.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick almost wished it were longer when they reached Muggleton's main street. Go to

2. Pickwick studied Muggleton's square, strange Blue Lion inn, many shops, lawyer's house, and doctor's house. Go to

mullins's /ˈmʌlɪnzɪz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Mullins

Simple English: belonging to a person named Mullins

Example: The fat man made an exception for Mullins's Meadows.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The fat man seriously added, "Except Mullins's Meadows." Go to

2. The other man repeated "Mullins's Meadows!" with great contempt. Go to

3. The fat man firmly repeated that he meant Mullins's Meadows. Go to

4. Mr. Miller had only said their land was better than Mullins's Meadows. Go to

Original English Version

1. ''Cept Mullins's Meadows,' observed the fat man solemnly. Go to

2. 'Mullins's Meadows!' ejaculated the other, with profound contempt. Go to

3. 'Ah, Mullins's Meadows,' repeated the fat man. Go to

4. Mr. Miller was saying our land was better than Mullins's Meadows.' Go to

multiply /ˈmʌltɪplaɪ/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: multiplicar; multiplicam

Simple English: To increase greatly or calculate by multiplication.

Example: Bacteria can multiply quickly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Perker holds his coat button and argues that a clever man could quickly multiply fifty pounds. Go to

murmured /ˈmɜːrmərd/ (33 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: murmuraram

Simple English: Said something in a soft, low voice.

Example: The crowd murmured when the lights went out.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle turned to Mr. Pickwick, and murmured a few words; a whisper passed from Mr. Pickwick to Mr. Snodgrass, from Mr. Snodgrass to Mr. Tupman, and nods of assent were exchanged. Go to

2. A minute's silence, and he murmured the burden of some roaring song. Go to

3. 'You are bound to kick him on the spot,' murmured the owner of the camp- stool, with great importance. Go to

4. '"Father--devil!" murmured the convict between his set teeth. Go to

5. 'No, no,' murmured the spinster aunt; 'I am better now. Go to

6. 'He sleeps,' murmured the spinster aunt. (His organs of vision had been closed nearly twenty seconds.) 'Dear--dear--Mr. Go to

mutton /ˈmʌtən/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carne de carneiro

Simple English: The meat of a grown sheep.

Example: They ate mutton with rice and onions.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.' Go to

mysteriously /mɪˈstɪriəsli/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: misteriosamente

Simple English: In a way that is strange and not explained.

Example: The key had mysteriously come back to the table.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick worries because Winkle and Snodgrass were mysteriously absent all morning. Go to

2. Tupman has mysteriously disappeared. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Tupman had no objection to earning the reputation at so cheap a rate: so he looked very knowing, and smiled mysteriously. Go to

2. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Go to

3. He laid his finger on his lips mysteriously, walked in, and closed the door. Go to

nathaniel /nəˈθænjəl/ (72 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Nathaniel

Simple English: a man's first name, taken by Amy as a nickname in a game

Example: Amy, who always tried to do what she could not, was Nathaniel Winkle.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

2. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

2. 'Do you remain here, Sir?' inquired Mr. Nathaniel Winkle. Go to

3. In another quarter of an hour the stranger was completely arrayed in a full suit of Mr. Nathaniel Winkle's. Go to

nearer /ˈnɪrər/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais perto; mais próximo

Simple English: Closer in distance.

Example: The land grows beautiful as one comes nearer the city.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Go to

2. They approached nearer. Go to

neckcloth /ˈnɛkklɔːθ/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lenço de pescoço; gravata antiga

Simple English: A cloth worn around the neck, an early form of necktie.

Example: He tied a white neckcloth under his chin.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He wore neat black clothes, shining boots, a white neckcloth, a gold watch chain, and carried his gloves instead of wearing them. Go to

Original English Version

1. He was dressed all in black, with boots as shiny as his eyes, a low white neckcloth, and a clean shirt with a frill to it. Go to

necks /nɛks/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pescoços

Simple English: The parts of the body that join the head to the shoulders.

Example: The Scarecrow twisted forty necks.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick and Wardle wrapped scarves around their necks, pulled down their hats, and bravely began the six-mile walk as heavy rain returned. Go to

Original English Version

1. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Go to

neighbour's /ˈneɪbərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do vizinho

Simple English: Belonging to a person who lives near you.

Example: Our neighbour's child passed the examination.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. More than once, the boy escaped his drunken father by going to a neighbour's house after midnight. Go to

Original English Version

1. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father. Go to

nervously /ˈnɜːrvəsli/ (33 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: nervosamente; receosamente

Simple English: In a worried or frightened way.

Example: The mice looked at her nervously.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle nervously thinks about the words no interruption. Go to

2. He watched nervously for anyone who might know and avoid him. Go to

nieces /ˈniːsɪz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sobrinhas

Simple English: the daughters of a person's brother or sister

Example: The aunt asked Tupman whether he thought her nieces were pretty.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The aunt quietly asked Tupman whether he thought her dear nieces were pretty. Go to

2. Rachael called Tupman naughty, then suggested that her nieces might look attractive by candlelight if their skin were better. Go to

3. Rachael screamed sharply, laughed wildly, and fell backward into her nieces' arms. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Do you think my dear nieces pretty?' whispered their affectionate aunt to Mr. Tupman. Go to

2. The spinster aunt uttered a piercing scream, burst into an hysteric laugh, and fell backwards in the arms of her nieces. Go to

nightcap /ˈnaɪtkæp/ (38 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: touca de dormir

Simple English: a soft cap worn in bed

Example: Tupman struggled with his nightcap before getting into bed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger leaves, and drunken Tupman struggles with his nightcap and candle before finally getting into bed. Go to

Original English Version

1. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose. Go to

nodded /ˈnɑːdɪd/ (84 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: acenou com a cabeça

Simple English: Moved the head up and down to say yes or to greet someone.

Example: The figure nodded kindly at her.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick nodded to show that he agreed. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick nodded in agreement. Go to

3. Wardle nodded toward the clergyman and said Snodgrass must ask him about it. Go to

4. The clergyman nodded slightly and tried to change the subject, but Pickwick spoke again. Go to

5. Wardle nodded, and two poorly dressed boys led by young Lambert began climbing two trees. Go to

6. Joe nodded several times, making his large cheeks shake like a soft dessert. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick nodded assent. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick nodded his readiness to humour the infirmities of age, and entered into a general conversation with the other members of the circle. Go to

3. Mr. Pickwick nodded assent. Go to

4. The old gentleman slightly nodded his head in token of assent, and was proceeding to change the subject, when Mr. Pickwick said-- Go to

5. The old gentleman nodded; and two ragged boys who had been marshalled to the spot under the direction of the infant Lambert, forthwith commenced climbing up two of the trees. Go to

6. Sam nodded assent. Go to

nods /nɑːdz/ (29 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: acenos de cabeça

Simple English: Movements of the head down and up to show yes.

Example: He agreed with two short nods.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam nods yes. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle turned to Mr. Pickwick, and murmured a few words; a whisper passed from Mr. Pickwick to Mr. Snodgrass, from Mr. Snodgrass to Mr. Tupman, and nods of assent were exchanged. Go to

2. The train of nods which the fat boy gave by way of assent, communicated a blanc-mange like motion to his fat cheeks. Go to

notebooks /ˈnoʊtbʊks/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: cadernos de anotações

Simple English: Small books used for writing down notes.

Example: He filled three notebooks on the journey.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. By Rochester Bridge, Pickwick and Snodgrass have filled their notebooks with his adventures. Go to

obeyed /oʊˈbeɪd/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: obedecido; cumprido

Simple English: Done as someone has ordered.

Example: Your commands shall be obeyed.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. Go to

observation (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: observação; comentário; percepção

Simple English: the act of watching or noticing something

Example: His conclusion was based on careful observation.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. They thought that longer journeys and wider observations would increase knowledge and spread learning even more. Go to

observes /əbˈzɜːvz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: observa

Simple English: Notices, watches, or comments on something.

Example: He observes every small change.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick says he observes human nature. Go to

obtain /əbˈteɪn/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: obter; obtenção; obtêm

Simple English: To get something, often requiring effort or difficulty.

Example: You need to obtain a visa before traveling to that country.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He obtained an official marriage licence for Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, put it in his pocket, and returned proudly toward the Borough. Go to

onstage /ˈɒnˈsteɪdʒ/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: no palco

Simple English: on the stage, performing in front of an audience

Example: Miss Petowker was a talented performer who acted onstage.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The narrator gave him some coins, then heard the audience laugh when the sick clown fell onstage. Go to

onward /ˈɑːnwərd/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: adiante; para a frente; em diante

Simple English: Continuing forward in space or in time.

Example: From that day onward he never mentioned the accident again.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Annoyed, Wardle orders the drivers onward and calls the old man an idiot. Go to

2. Mocking Tupman as "Tuppy," he invited the men to ride behind before ordering his drivers onward. Go to

opponent /əˈpoʊnənt/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: adversário; oponente; opositor

Simple English: The person or team you compete against in sports.

Example: My opponent played very well in the final match yesterday.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass guesses they are the opponent and a doctor, then offers Winkle brandy. Go to

2. Snodgrass says it is safe and advises Winkle to remain steady and wound his opponent. Go to

3. He slowly removes his cloak, accepts the pistol, and approaches his opponent as the others step back. Go to

opposed /əˈpoʊzd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: oposição; se opôs; se opunham

Simple English: Trying to stop something because of strong disagreement.

Example: He is opposed to increasing taxes, believing it will harm families.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He tells of beautiful Donna Christina, whose jealous father opposed their love. Go to

2. Its citizens opposed slavery abroad while also opposing changes to unfair factory conditions at home. Go to

overturned /ˌoʊvərˈtɜːrnd/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: virou; tombou

Simple English: Turned over so that the top was at the bottom.

Example: The cart overturned on the narrow bridge.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He proudly accepted the honour and danger of travelling, although coaches crashed, horses ran away, boats overturned, and boilers exploded. Go to

2. Something struck the carriage, a wheel rolled away, and the vehicle overturned. Go to

oysters /ˈɔɪstərz/ (23 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ostras

Simple English: Sea animals with a hard flat shell, eaten as food.

Example: They ate oysters at the little inn.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The commodities chiefly exposed for sale in the public streets are marine stores, hard-bake, apples, flat-fish, and oysters. Go to

Glossary: New Words (3/4)

painfully /ˈpeɪnfəli/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: penosamente; com esforço

Simple English: In a way that causes pain, or with great difficulty.

Example: He climbed the stairs slowly and painfully.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'We are in excellent time,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as they climbed the fence of the first field; 'the sun is just going down.' Mr. Winkle looked up at the declining orb and painfully thought of the probability of his 'going down' himself, before long. Go to

parcels /ˈpɑːrsəlz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pacotes; encomendas

Simple English: Things wrapped in paper for sending or for carrying.

Example: She carried two parcels under her arm.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club also accepted the travellers' generous offer to pay for their own letters and parcels. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Go to

parchment /ˈpɑːrtʃmənt/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pergaminho

Simple English: A thick material made from animal skin, used for writing.

Example: The old map was drawn on parchment.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Go to

parishes /ˈpærɪʃɪz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: paróquias

Simple English: local church districts, especially in a town or county

Example: The speaker criticized parishes and other local bodies.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. "Belle Savage," says my father; for he stopped there wen he drove up, and he know'd nothing about parishes, he didn't.--"And what's the lady's name?" says the lawyer. Go to

parlour /ˈpɑːrlər/ (59 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sala de visitas (grafia britânica)

Simple English: A room for receiving visitors, in British spelling.

Example: They took tea in the little parlour.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'We'll have you put to rights here,' said the old gentleman, 'and then I'll introduce you to the people in the parlour. Go to

2. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Go to

3. Several guests who were assembled in the old parlour rose to greet Mr. Pickwick and his friends upon their entrance; and during the performance of the ceremony of introduction, with all due formalities, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to observe the appearance, and speculate upon the characters and pursuits, of the persons by whom he was surrounded--a habit in which he, in common with many other great men, delighted to indulge. Go to

4. They turned into the breakfast parlour. Go to

5. The breakfast-parlour door was partially open. Go to

6. Heavy footsteps were heard in the passage; the parlour door was suddenly burst open; and the man who had cleaned Mr. Pickwick's boots on his first arrival, rushed into the room, followed by the fat boy and all the domestics. Go to

parted /ˈpɑːrtɪd/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: nos separamos

Simple English: Went away from each other.

Example: We parted at the gate and never met again.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Go to

pastures /ˈpæstʃərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pastagens

Simple English: Fields of grass where animals feed.

Example: The cattle were led to the high pastures.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Fields, pastures, windmills, and churches stretched beside the Medway River, while fishing boats moved slowly across the shining water. Go to

Original English Version

1. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. Go to

patiently /ˈpeɪʃəntli/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pacientemente; com paciência

Simple English: In a calm way, without complaining while waiting.

Example: He waited patiently until morning came.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His gentle wife suffered terribly but patiently raised the boy. Go to

Original English Version

1. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick and his three companions stationed themselves in the front of the crowd, and patiently awaited the commencement of the proceedings. Go to

3. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. Go to

patting /ˈpætɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: afagando; dando tapinhas

Simple English: Touching gently and repeatedly with the flat hand.

Example: She kissed him, patting his big head gently.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The aunt, the two young ladies, and Mr. Wardle, each vying with the other in paying zealous and unremitting attentions to the old lady, crowded round her easy-chair, one holding her ear-trumpet, another an orange, and a third a smelling- bottle, while a fourth was busily engaged in patting and punching the pillows which were arranged for her support. Go to

paused /pɔːzd/ (60 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: fizeram uma pausa; detiveram-se

Simple English: Stopped for a short time before going on.

Example: She paused at the door and looked back.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He said he had suffered more than anyone looking at him would imagine, then paused before continuing. Go to

Original English Version

1. Here Mr. Winkle suddenly paused; for strong emotion was visible on the countenance both of Mr. Tupman and the doctor. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick, perceiving his advantage, darted briskly forward, secured his property, planted it on his head, and paused to take breath. Go to

3. More than those who see me now would believe possible.' He paused for an instant, and then said abruptly-- Go to

4. The horse paused, stared, shook his head, turned round, and quietly trotted home to Rochester, leaving Mr. Winkle and Mr. Pickwick gazing on each other with countenances of blank dismay. Go to

5. 'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Go to

6. Mr. Pickwick having paused to make these observations, to be noted down at a more convenient period, hastened to rejoin his friends, who had turned out of the main street, and were already within sight of the field of battle. Go to

pauses /ˈpɔːzɪz/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pausas; intervalos

Simple English: Short stops in speaking or in doing something.

Example: He spoke slowly, with long pauses.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Everyone pauses briefly. Go to

paving /ˈpeɪvɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pavimentação

Simple English: The hard surface laid down on a road or a square.

Example: Green paving covered the whole market place.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Go to

pentonville /ˈpɛntənvɪl/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: Pentonville

Simple English: a district in London

Example: My own abode is lodgings at Penton Place, Pentonville.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The driver calmly says the horse lives in Pentonville, but they rarely take him home because he is weak. Go to

perker /ˈpɜːrkər/ (456 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Perker

Simple English: the surname of Mr Pickwick's lawyer

Example: Perker threatened to ruin Jingle in court.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle introduces his lawyer, Mr. Perker, and threatens to ruin Jingle in court. Go to

2. Perker asks everyone to stop and think. Go to

3. Perker privately tells Wardle and Pickwick that they have no legal power over Rachael. Go to

4. Pickwick asks what kind of agreement Perker recommends. Go to

5. Perker says Wardle must accept losing some money. Go to

6. Perker thinks he can arrange it and invites Jingle into the next room. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'He's my lawyer, Mr. Perker, of Gray's Inn. Go to

2. Perker, I'll have this fellow prosecuted-- indicted--I'll--I'll--I'll ruin him. Go to

3. 'Stay, stay,' said little Mr. Perker. Go to

4. 'Be quiet, Perker,' resumed Wardle. Go to

persecutors /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːtərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: perseguidores

Simple English: people who repeatedly treat someone cruelly

Example: He complained about the cruelty of his persecutors.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He hid his face in his burning hands, and feebly bemoaned his own weakness, and the cruelty of his persecutors. Go to

persuasion /pərˈsweɪʒən/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: persuasão

Simple English: the act of convincing someone by reasoning or urging

Example: People talk a lot these days about 'moral persuasion,' but I think a good spanking, with no nagging afterward, is much better."

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Water them now,' said Mr. Tupman, in accents of persuasion. Go to

pickwick /ˈpɪkwɪk/ (4573 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Pickwick

Simple English: the title character of Charles Dickens's novel 'The Pickwick Papers'

Example: Anne looked up from Pickwick Papers.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The editor says that an entry in the Pickwick Club records finally brings light to the unknown early public life of the great Mr. Pickwick. Go to

2. For this purpose, the club seriously considered a proposal from Samuel Pickwick and three other members. Go to

3. They wanted to create a new travelling group called the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Go to

4. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

5. When the members called his name, Pickwick stood on his chair and spoke with grand gestures. Go to

6. Pickwick said every man wanted fame. Go to

Original English Version

1. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Go to

2. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. Go to

3. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Go to

4. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Go to

5. 'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Go to

6. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

pickwick's /ˈpɪkwɪks/ (426 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Pickwick

Simple English: belonging to Mr. Pickwick, the character from Dickens's novel

Example: Pickwick’s benevolence in his appearance was marred only by the insincerity of the fixed smile.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club had heard Samuel Pickwick's paper about the source of the Hampstead ponds and his ideas about tittlebats. Go to

2. The club believed Pickwick's paper and his research around London would help science. Go to

3. The secretary says an ordinary person might see nothing special in Pickwick's bald head and round glasses. Go to

4. The club recorded Pickwick's speech and the debate that followed. Go to

5. To Pickwick's great surprise, the driver throws the money onto the street and challenges him to a fight. Go to

6. A careful reading of Pickwick's notes about Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton shows that his impressions are similar to those of other travellers. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Pickwick's oration upon this occasion, together with the debate thereon, is entered on the Transactions of the Club. Go to

2. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Go to

3. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

4. 'What a study for an antiquarian!' were the very words which fell from Mr. Pickwick's mouth, as he applied his telescope to his eye. Go to

5. We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. Go to

6. Mr. Pickwick's countenance glowed with an expression of universal philanthropy, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass fell fast asleep. Go to

pickwickian /pɪkˈwɪkiən/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: membro do Clube Pickwick

Simple English: a member of the Pickwick Club

Example: The chairman trusted the honourable Pickwickian's assertion.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Blotton said he had used the word only in its special Pickwickian meaning. Go to

2. Personally, he deeply respected Pickwick; he considered him a fraud only from a Pickwickian point of view. Go to

3. He also explained that his own comments had been meant only in the Pickwickian sense, and everyone cheered. Go to

4. They only arrange and clearly tell the facts to readers who want Pickwickian knowledge. Go to

Original English Version

1. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Go to

2. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Go to

3. Did the honourable Pickwickian allude to him? (Cries of "Order," "Chair," "Yes," "No," "Go on," "Leave off," etc.) Go to

4. 'The CHAIRMAN was quite sure the hon. Pickwickian would withdraw the expression he had just made use of. Go to

5. BLOTTON had no hesitation in saying that he had not--he had used the word in its Pickwickian sense. (Hear, hear.) He was bound to acknowledge that, personally, he entertained the highest regard and esteem for the honourable gentleman; he had merely considered him a humbug in a Pickwickian point of view. (Hear, hear.) Go to

6. He begged it to be at once understood, that his own observations had been merely intended to bear a Pickwickian construction. (Cheers.)' Go to

pickwickians /pɪkˈwɪkiənz/ (39 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: membros do Clube Pickwick

Simple English: members of the Pickwick Club

Example: Three Pickwickians joined the new travelling society.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After hearing the Pickwickians are informers, they consider putting them under the pump. Go to

2. The stranger talks while the Pickwickians listen. Go to

3. At once, six regiments aim toward the Pickwickians and fire an enormous, earth-shaking shot. Go to

4. The worried Pickwickians shouted and asked where they should go. Go to

5. In the light of the setting sun, the Pickwickians saw Joe asleep once more. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Go to

2. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Go to

3. The visitor talked, the Pickwickians listened. Go to

4. He had hardly uttered the word, when the whole half-dozen regiments levelled their muskets as if they had but one common object, and that object the Pickwickians, and burst forth with the most awful and tremendous discharge that ever shook the earth to its centres, or an elderly gentleman off his. Go to

5. 'Where are we to go to?' screamed the agitated Pickwickians. Go to

6. As the Pickwickians turned round to take a last glimpse of it, the setting sun cast a rich glow on the faces of their entertainers, and fell upon the form of the fat boy. Go to

pierced /pɪrst/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: trespassou; atravessou

Simple English: Made a hole through something with a sharp point.

Example: A nail had pierced the tyre near the rim.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He looked to the right, but he saw nobody; his eyes wandered to the left, and pierced the prospect; he stared into the sky, but he wasn't wanted there; and then he did what a common mind would have done at once--looked into the garden, and there saw Mr. Wardle. Go to

pig's /pɪɡz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do porco

Simple English: Belonging to the pig.

Example: The pig's small eyes blinked in the sun.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.' Go to

pinched /pɪntʃt/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: beliscou; apertou; encovado

Simple English: Squeezed between finger and thumb; also thin and drawn from hunger or cold.

Example: He pinched the candle out between two fingers.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. Go to

2. 'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street. Go to

3. 'Don't be long,' said the spinster affectionately, as Mr. Jingle stuck the pinched-up hat on his head. Go to

pistols /ˈpɪstəlz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pistolas

Simple English: Small guns held in one hand.

Example: A pair of duelling pistols lay in the case.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After fully explaining the situation, they rent pistols, powder, bullets, and caps in Rochester. Go to

2. The other assistant offers his own pistols, which Snodgrass saw him load, and asks if he objects to using them. Go to

3. The assistants pack the pistols, and everyone leaves much more cheerfully than they arrived. Go to

Original English Version

1. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower. Go to

2. The state of the case having been formally explained to Mr. Snodgrass, and a case of satisfactory pistols, with the satisfactory accompaniments of powder, ball, and caps, having been hired from a manufacturer in Rochester, the two friends returned to their inn; Mr. Winkle to ruminate on the approaching struggle, and Mr. Snodgrass to arrange the weapons of war, and put them into proper order for immediate use. Go to

3. 'You will find these better than your own,' said the opposite second, producing his pistols. Go to

plainly /ˈpleɪnli/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: claramente; sem rodeios

Simple English: In a clear and simple way.

Example: She told him plainly that she would not go.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle said plainly that the boys would frighten the rooks. Go to

Original English Version

1. The countenance of Mr. Jingle, completely coated with mud thrown up by the wheels, was plainly discernible at the window of his chaise; and the motion of his arm, which was waving violently towards the postillions, denoted that he was encouraging them to increased exertion. Go to

2. Jingle's voice could be plainly heard, even above the din of the wheels, urging on the boys. Go to

playfully /ˈpleɪfəli/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: brincalhonamente; de brincadeira

Simple English: In a way that shows you are joking.

Example: He playfully pulled his sister's hair.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She playfully says people claim all women are angels. Go to

2. The unmarried aunt playfully asked what it was time for. Go to

3. He playfully hurried over, gave her a light kiss, and danced out of the room. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Go to

2. She's a Miss, she is; and yet she ain't a Miss--eh, Sir, eh?' And the stout gentleman playfully inserted his elbow between the ribs of Mr. Pickwick, and laughed very heartily. Go to

3. 'All women are angels, they say,' murmured the lady playfully. Go to

4. 'Long away from you?--Cruel charmer,' and Mr. Jingle skipped playfully up to the spinster aunt, imprinted a chaste kiss upon her lips, and danced out of the room. Go to

pleasantly /ˈplɛzəntli/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: amavelmente; de modo agradável

Simple English: In a way that is enjoyable or friendly.

Example: The room was pleasantly cool after the street.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The best way is to keep gently up with the object of pursuit, to be wary and cautious, to watch your opportunity well, get gradually before it, then make a rapid dive, seize it by the crown, and stick it firmly on your head; smiling pleasantly all the time, as if you thought it as good a joke as anybody else. Go to

2. And the benevolent clergyman looked pleasantly on; for the happy faces which surrounded the table made the good old man feel happy too; and though the merriment was rather boisterous, still it came from the heart and not from the lips; and this is the right sort of merriment, after all. Go to

3. Did a slim gentleman try to catch it, it struck him on the nose, and bounded pleasantly off with redoubled violence, while the slim gentleman's eyes filled with water, and his form writhed with anguish. Go to

pleases /ˈpliːzɪz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: agrada; apraz

Simple English: Makes someone happy; also, chooses to do as one wishes.

Example: He comes and goes as he pleases.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick greatly admires the army, and the event pleases all his friends. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Leave the room, Sir--no business here--lady's free to act as she pleases--more than one-and-twenty.' Go to

pocketed /pɑkʌt/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: guardou no bolso

Simple English: put something into a pocket

Example: Martin pocketed the letter at once.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The cheque was written by the little gentleman, and pocketed by Mr. Jingle. Go to

podder /ˈpɒdər/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Podder

Simple English: the surname of a cricket player

Example: Dumkins and Podder went out to bat.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Famous players Dumkins and Podder took their bats, while Luffey and Struggles prepared to bowl. Go to

2. All-Muggleton scored two runs, and Podder also played very well. Go to

3. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell. Go to

4. He praises both Muggleton and Dingley Dell, especially their cricket players Dumkins, Podder, Luffey, and Struggles. Go to

5. He says Dumkins and Podder also represent courage, property, and public rights, then asks everyone to cheer them. Go to

Original English Version

1. All-Muggleton had the first innings; and the interest became intense when Mr. Dumkins and Mr. Podder, two of the most renowned members of that most distinguished club, walked, bat in hand, to their respective wickets. Go to

2. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Go to

3. Mr. Luffey retired a few paces behind the wicket of the passive Podder, and applied the ball to his right eye for several seconds. Go to

4. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. Go to

5. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Go to

6. In short, when Dumkins was caught out, and Podder stumped out, All- Muggleton had notched some fifty-four, while the score of the Dingley Dellers was as blank as their faces. Go to

poetically /poʊˈɛtɪkli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: poeticamente

Simple English: in a way associated with poetry or a poet

Example: Snodgrass was poetically wrapped in a blue cloak.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Seeing the old castle, Snodgrass poetically calls it a magnificent ruin. Go to

2. Snodgrass poetically praises the brave soldiers standing before peaceful citizens with gentle, intelligent expressions. Go to

Original English Version

1. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Go to

polishing /ˈpɑːlɪʃɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: polindo; lustrando

Simple English: Rubbing something to make it shine.

Example: He spent the evening polishing his boots.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam was polishing a farmer's tall boots while their owner ate a huge meal after the market. Go to

politely /pəˈlaɪtli/ (88 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: educadamente; com cortesia

Simple English: In a way that shows good manners.

Example: I am quite well, thank you, she replied politely.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle politely says the doctor need not mention it. Go to

2. Mr. Trundle politely asked Winkle to share a drink with him. Go to

3. Tupman politely asks if they can leave the horse. Go to

4. Mr. Snodgrass politely asked the clergyman to recite the song. Go to

5. Pickwick politely asked who John Edmunds was. Go to

6. After clearing his throat politely, the thin man asked whether many people were staying at the busy inn. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Go to

politeness /pəˈlaɪtnəs/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cortesia; boas maneiras

Simple English: Good manners in the way you treat people.

Example: He answered with great politeness.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The new visitor was very talkative, and the number of his anecdotes was only to be exceeded by the extent of his politeness. Go to

ponds /pɒndz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lagoas

Simple English: small bodies of still water

Example: Frogs lived in the ponds.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club had heard Samuel Pickwick's paper about the source of the Hampstead ponds and his ideas about tittlebats. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Go to

2. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Go to

ponto /ˈpɒntoʊ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Ponto

Simple English: the name of a hunting dog

Example: Ponto stopped when he saw the warning sign.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He tells a story about his hunting dog Ponto, who stopped before a field after reading a sign that ordered gamekeepers to shoot every dog found there. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Go to

popularity (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: popularidade; fama; aceitação

Simple English: the state of being liked by many people

Example: The app grew in popularity.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As Jingle's popularity grows, Tupman forces his laughter. Go to

porters /ˈpɔːrtərz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carregadores; porteiros

Simple English: People whose job is to carry luggage or to guard a door.

Example: Two porters carried the trunks upstairs.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.' Go to

postman /ˈpoʊstmən/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carteiro

Simple English: a person who delivers mail

Example: The postman brought a letter.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass is moved but agrees to deliver the note as easily as a postman. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass was affected, but he undertook the delivery of the note as readily as if he had been a twopenny postman. Go to

presence (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: presença; comparecimento; existência

Simple English: the fact of being in a place

Example: His presence made everyone calmer.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He asks her to move out of sight because her presence cannot calm the man. Go to

pretends /prɪˈtendz/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: finge; alega

Simple English: Acts as if something were true when it is not.

Example: He pretends not to hear me.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger pretends the doctor drank too much and advises lemonade for older gentlemen in hot rooms. Go to

principle /ˈprɪnsəpl/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: princípio

Simple English: A fundamental rule considered true for reasoning or behavior.

Example: She believes in the principle of honesty in all relationships.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Helping others was an important Pickwick Club principle. Go to

proposal /prəˈpoʊzəl/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: proposta

Simple English: The act of asking someone to marry formally romantically.

Example: Her proposal was a surprise that made her very happy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. For this purpose, the club seriously considered a proposal from Samuel Pickwick and three other members. Go to

2. The club accepted and approved the proposal. Go to

proudest /ˈpraʊdɪst/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: o mais orgulhoso

Simple English: Feeling the most pride of all.

Example: She gave the proudest cackle you ever heard.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Go to

pulpit /ˈpʊlpɪt/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: púlpito

Simple English: The raised place in a church where the preacher stands.

Example: The old priest climbed into the pulpit.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He saw the old monuments, pulpit, and altar, then approached his mother's old seat. Go to

Original English Version

1. The place seemed smaller than it used to be; but there were the old monuments on which he had gazed with childish awe a thousand times; the little pulpit with its faded cushion; the Communion table before which he had so often repeated the Commandments he had reverenced as a child, and forgotten as a man. Go to

punctual /ˈpʊŋktʃuəl/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pontual

Simple English: Arriving or happening at the expected time.

Example: He was punctual for every meeting.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. That punctual servant of all work, the sun, had just risen, and begun to strike a light on the morning of the thirteenth of May, one thousand eight hundred and twenty-seven, when Mr. Samuel Pickwick burst like another sun from his slumbers, threw open his chamber window, and looked out upon the world beneath. Go to

2. Punctual to five o'clock came the stranger, and shortly afterwards the dinner. Go to

pursuers /pərˈsuːərz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: perseguidores

Simple English: People who are chasing someone.

Example: He hid in the barn until his pursuers passed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He ordered his horses forward, and they galloped faster, leaving the pursuers behind. Go to

Original English Version

1. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind. Go to

quanko /ˈkwæŋkoʊ/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Quanko

Simple English: the first name of the fictional cricketer Quanko Samba

Example: Quanko Samba finally defeated the extraordinary batsman.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him. Go to

2. The stranger asked whether the old gentleman meant Quanko Samba. Go to

3. Jingle says poor Quanko never recovered and died. Go to

Original English Version

1. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Go to

2. Quanko Samba?' Go to

3. 'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. Go to

rachael /ˈreɪtʃəl/ (143 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Rachael (nome próprio)

Simple English: A character's first name in Bleak House and Hard Times.

Example: Rachael simply said good night and left me alone.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man greeted Snodgrass and Winkle, then introduced his daughters, his unmarried sister Rachael Wardle, and joked about her age. Go to

2. Rachael reacted strongly to Tupman's serious look and said she feared more guns might fire, so she might need his support again. Go to

3. Rachael called Tupman naughty, then suggested that her nieces might look attractive by candlelight if their skin were better. Go to

4. Rachael called him a joker and claimed she knew what he had been about to say. Go to

5. Rachael said he had noticed that Isabel bent her back. Go to

6. Rachael admired his sharp smile and said she was almost afraid of him. Go to

Original English Version

1. My daughters, gentlemen--my gals these are; and that's my sister, Miss Rachael Wardle. Go to

2. 'Oh, sir!' Mr. Tupman looked most impressive; and Rachael expressed her fear that more guns were going off, in which case, of course, she should have required support again. Go to

3. 'What a sarcastic smile,' said the admiring Rachael; 'I declare I'm quite afraid of you.' Go to

4. 'Don't be a fool, Rachael,' interposed Mr. Wardle, rather more roughly than was consistent with the poetic nature of the scene. Go to

5. Let me lean on your arm.' He added, in a whisper, 'Oh, Miss Rachael!' The agitated female advanced, and offered her arm. Go to

6. 'Are you faint?' inquired the anxious Rachael. Go to

rachael's /ˈreɪtʃəlz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Rachael

Simple English: Possessive form of the character name 'Rachael'.

Example: Rachael's not being sorry to part with me.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. In his sweetest manner, Tupman touched Rachael's wrist and lifted the wine bottle, asking permission to serve her. Go to

2. Tupman said he was alive and needed only Rachael's help. Go to

3. Tupman takes Rachael's arm and walks toward the house while the boy follows. Go to

4. Joe loudly repeated Miss Rachael's name. Go to

5. Hidden nearby, Jingle listened as the furious old lady complained about Rachael's age and lack of permission. Go to

6. Jingle pretended to struggle with his feelings before quietly claiming that Tupman wanted only Rachael's money. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. Go to

ragged /ˈræɡɪd/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esfarrapada; maltrapilha

Simple English: Old and torn in many places.

Example: The child wore a ragged coat.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The old gentleman nodded; and two ragged boys who had been marshalled to the spot under the direction of the infant Lambert, forthwith commenced climbing up two of the trees. Go to

rags /ræɡz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: trapos; farrapos

Simple English: Old torn pieces of cloth, or very worn clothes.

Example: He wiped his hands on a bundle of oily rags.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. With the exception of little heaps of rags and bundles which had been carelessly thrown into the corners of the room, these were the only things in the apartment. Go to

railing /ˈreɪlɪŋ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: balaustrada; grade; corrimão

Simple English: A fence of bars, or a bar to hold on to.

Example: She leaned on the railing and watched the boats.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick strongly said no and moved away from the railing, afraid that the gloomy man might push him over as an experiment. Go to

2. A neat maid appeared on the upper gallery, knocked on a door, listened to the guest, and then called over the railing. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'She came in early this morning,' cried the girl, who was still leaning over the railing of the gallery, 'with a gentleman in a hackney-coach, and it's him as wants his boots, and you'd better do 'em, that's all about it.' Go to

rank /ræŋk/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rank; classificação; classificar

Simple English: The level or position someone holds in the armed forces.

Example: His rank increased after he demonstrated exceptional leadership in battle.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Lady Clubber examines Mrs. Smithie, who stares at another lower-ranking woman. Go to

2. Officers, dockyard families, lawyers' wives, merchants, and shopkeepers all arrange themselves by rank. Go to

rascal /ˈræskəl/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: malandro; velhaco; traquinas

Simple English: A dishonest person, or a child who behaves badly in a playful way.

Example: That little rascal hid my glasses again.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation. Go to

2. 'You're a rascal,' roared Wardle. Go to

3. 'You--you are a nice rascal, arn't you?' exclaimed Wardle, breathless with passion. Go to

rattled /ˈrætəld/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sacudiu; fez chocalhar

Simple English: Made a series of short hard sounds; also made someone nervous.

Example: The windows rattled every time a lorry went by.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The horses were put in--the driver mounted--the fat boy clambered up by his side--farewells were exchanged--and the carriage rattled off. Go to

2. The postillions resumed their proper attitudes, and away rattled the chaise, Mr. Jingle fluttering in derision a white handkerchief from the coach window. Go to

rattling /ˈrætəlɪŋ/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: chacoalhando; sacudindo com ruído

Simple English: Making short hard noises while moving.

Example: An old cart went rattling down the lane.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!' Go to

2. A rattling noise at a little distance attracted their attention. Go to

3. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Go to

4. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. Go to

recite /rɪˈsaɪt/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: recitar; declamar

Simple English: To say something aloud from memory.

Example: She can recite the poem without the book.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass politely asked the clergyman to recite the song. Go to

2. Still, he agreed to recite it if they wished. Go to

Original English Version

1. A murmur of curiosity was of course the reply; and the old gentleman proceeded to recite, with the aid of sundry promptings from his wife, the lines in question. Go to

recovers /rɪˈkʌvərz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: recupera

Simple English: gets back something lost or returns to a normal state

Example: Pickwick recovers his glasses and thanks the stranger.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After his friends finish thanking the stranger, Pickwick recovers his glasses and offers his own carefully chosen words of gratitude. Go to

regiments /ˈrɛdʒɪmənts/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: regimentos

Simple English: Large groups of soldiers.

Example: Two regiments marched through the town.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The army will hold a grand review with several regiments, temporary defenses, an attack, and an explosion. Go to

2. At once, six regiments aim toward the Pickwickians and fire an enormous, earth-shaking shot. Go to

3. The firing stops, but then six regiments fix their bayonets and run directly toward Pickwick and his friends. Go to

Original English Version

1. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung. Go to

2. He had hardly uttered the word, when the whole half-dozen regiments levelled their muskets as if they had but one common object, and that object the Pickwickians, and burst forth with the most awful and tremendous discharge that ever shook the earth to its centres, or an elderly gentleman off his. Go to

3. Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed. Go to

4. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air. Go to

reins /reɪnz/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rédeas

Simple English: Long straps used to control a horse.

Example: He held the reins in one hand.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stable worker tells his assistant William to give Pickwick the reins. Go to

2. William places the reins in Pickwick's left hand, and the other worker gives him a whip. Go to

3. As soon as Winkle touches the reins, the horse pulls its head free and moves backward to the full length of the reins. Go to

4. Kind Pickwick drops the carriage reins, climbs down, moves the carriage beside the hedge, and goes to help Winkle. Go to

5. When Winkle releases the reins, the horse calmly turns and trots home to Rochester. Go to

6. The loose reins and noise frighten the horse, which races away with Tupman and Snodgrass. Go to

Original English Version

1. Shiny Villiam'--so called, probably, from his sleek hair and oily countenance--placed the reins in Mr. Pickwick's left hand; and the upper hostler thrust a whip into his right. Go to

2. Besides constantly jerking his head up, in a very unpleasant and uncomfortable manner, and tugging at the reins to an extent which rendered it a matter of great difficulty for Mr. Pickwick to hold them, he had a singular propensity for darting suddenly every now and then to the side of the road, then stopping short, and then rushing forward for some minutes, at a speed which it was wholly impossible to control. Go to

3. 'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount. Go to

4. By whatever motives the animal was actuated, certain it is that Mr. Winkle had no sooner touched the reins, than he slipped them over his head, and darted backwards to their full length. Go to

5. Mr. Pickwick was the very personation of kindness and humanity: he threw the reins on the horse's back, and having descended from his seat, carefully drew the chaise into the hedge, lest anything should come along the road, and stepped back to the assistance of his distressed companion, leaving Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the vehicle. Go to

6. The animal was startled by the noise, and the reins were on his back. Go to

rejoined /ˌriːˈdʒɔɪnd/ (114 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: reencontrou; respondeu

Simple English: joined a group again or replied in conversation

Example: After watching the crowd, he rejoined his friends near the field.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After watching boys and shopkeepers head toward the cricket field, he rejoined his friends. Go to

relaxes /rɪˈlæksɪz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: relaxa

Simple English: becomes less tense, anxious, or rigid

Example: The whole group relaxes after dinner over wine and dessert.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He turns his attention to the wine and dessert, and the group relaxes after dinner. Go to

2. Tupman finally relaxes and returns to the ball. Go to

3. Jingle relaxes and almost gives him a knowing wink. Go to

relief /rɪˈliːf/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alívio; relevo; socorro

Simple English: Comfort after something upsetting or worrying finishes or improves.

Example: The relief I felt when the exam was over was incredible.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass accepts with relief because he hardly knows how to load a pistol. Go to

reloaded /ˌriːˈloʊdɪd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: recarregou

Simple English: put ammunition into a weapon again

Example: Wardle reloaded his gun for Winkle's turn.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle reloaded his gun and told Winkle it was his turn to fire. Go to

reminders /rɪˈmaɪndəz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: lembretes; deixas

Simple English: cues that help a person remember words or information

Example: A few reminders from his wife helped the clergyman begin the poem.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. With a few reminders from his wife, the old clergyman began the poem and announced its title. Go to

reputation /ˌrɛpjuˈteɪʃən/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: reputação; fama

Simple English: General opinion public holds about someone based on past.

Example: Her reputation as a honest leader helped her win the election.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle worries about his reputation in the club. Go to

2. He decides he can improve his reputation by hiding why he truly accepted the challenge and steps forward boldly. Go to

resembled /rɪˈzembəld/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assemelhar-se

Simple English: looked or seemed similar to someone or something

Example: The second stout gentleman strongly resembled the first.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'You'll find it much pleasanter, Sir,' urged another stout gentleman, who strongly resembled the other half of the roll of flannel aforesaid. Go to

2. 'Where was the woman ever seen who resembled you? Go to

reserving /rɪˈzɜːrvɪŋ/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: reservando

Simple English: arranging to keep something for one's use

Example: After reserving a private room, the group explored the city.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After reserving a private sitting room, inspecting bedrooms, and ordering dinner, the group goes out to see the city and nearby area. Go to

resigning /rɪˈzaɪnɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: abandonando; pedindo demissão

Simple English: giving something up or formally leaving a job, according to context

Example: One man is resigning an object to its fate; Whiffers hopes that resigning restores his honour.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate. Go to

respectfully /rɪˈspɛktfəli/ (29 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: respeitosamente; com respeito

Simple English: In a polite way that shows respect.

Example: He bowed respectfully to the old teacher.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Mr. Blotton respectfully but firmly said he would not take it back. Go to

2. Smithie bows respectfully to Sir Thomas, who answers proudly. Go to

restlessly /ˈrestləsli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inquietamente; sem sossego

Simple English: In a way that shows you cannot stay still or calm.

Example: He paced restlessly outside the office door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. For two hours, the patient moves restlessly and speaks without sense. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. Go to

restores /rɪˈstɔːrz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: devolve

Simple English: brings back a feeling or condition

Example: The distant sight restores hope to the travellers.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Nearly two hours later, they reach the next stop and see something that restores hope. Go to

restraining /rɪˈstreɪnɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: contendo; de contenção

Simple English: holding someone back from action, or designed to limit a person's movement

Example: Pickwick is restraining Wardle, while Mr. Weller jokes about restraining jackets.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. Go to

revolution /ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: revolução; volta

Simple English: Fundamental change of government by the people, often violently.

Example: The revolution changed the political landscape of the country forever.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger says he is also a poet and wrote a ten-thousand-line epic about the July Revolution while fighting by day and writing by night. Go to

2. Snodgrass asks whether the stranger was present during that glorious revolution. Go to

3. The narrator notes the stranger's remarkable imagination: this conversation happens in 1827, but the July Revolution will occur only in 1830. Go to

ribbons /ˈrɪbənz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: fitas

Simple English: Long narrow strips of cloth used to tie or to decorate.

Example: She tied her hair with two blue ribbons.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Now, shiny Villiam,' said the hostler to the deputy hostler, 'give the gen'lm'n the ribbons.' Go to

richly /ˈrɪtʃli/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lautamente; fartamente

Simple English: In a full and generous way.

Example: The table was richly covered with fruit.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Most importantly, he gives constant attention to a richly dressed old widow whose money attracts him. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Bring a bucket, and throw it all over her; it'll do her good, and she richly deserves it.' Go to

roadside /ˈroʊdsaɪd/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de beira de estrada

Simple English: Beside a road.

Example: We stopped at a small roadside shop.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It pulls hard, suddenly jumps to the roadside, stops, and then races forward beyond his control. Go to

2. After an hour, they reach a small roadside inn surrounded by old sheds and hay. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside). Go to

2. He walked slowly on; and shunning the roadside like a guilty man, turned into a meadow he well remembered; and covering his face with his hands, threw himself upon the grass. Go to

roared /rɔːrd/ (26 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rugiu

Simple English: Made a very loud, deep sound, as a lion does.

Example: He learned that if he roared loudly, everything ran away.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'We are not,' roared Mr. Pickwick, in a tone which, to any dispassionate listener, carried conviction with it. Go to

2. 'But he won't come!' roared Mr. Winkle. Go to

3. 'Missus'--roared the man with the red head, emerging from the garden, and looking very hard at the horse--'missus!' Go to

4. Worser than that,' roared the fat boy, in the old lady's ear. Go to

5. 'Miss Rachael,' roared the fat boy. Go to

6. 'What's the matter?' roared the master of the house. Go to

rook /rʊk/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gralha-preta

Simple English: a black crow-like bird often living in large colonies

Example: Wardle invited Winkle to join the rook shooting before breakfast.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His unhappy face looked like that of a rook expecting to be killed. Go to

2. Joe smiled as he imagined a rook pie. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Why, your friend and I,' replied the host, 'are going out rook-shooting before breakfast. Go to

2. Mr. Winkle responded with a forced smile, and took up the spare gun with an expression of countenance which a metaphysical rook, impressed with a foreboding of his approaching death by violence, may be supposed to assume. Go to

3. Indistinct visions of rook-pie floated through his imagination. Go to

4. There was a scream as of an individual--not a rook--in corporal anguish. Go to

rooks /rʊks/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: gralhas-pretas

Simple English: black crow-like birds that nest together in colonies

Example: Wardle planned to shoot rooks before breakfast.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle said that he and Winkle were going to shoot rooks before breakfast. Go to

2. Wardle told Joe to call Winkle and guide him to the place where the rooks lived. Go to

3. The constant cries of the rooks already made this clear. Go to

4. Wardle said plainly that the boys would frighten the rooks. Go to

5. Six young rooks flew out, and Wardle shot one while the others escaped. Go to

Original English Version

1. The information was unnecessary; for the incessant cawing of the unconscious rooks sufficiently indicated their whereabouts. Go to

2. 'Why, in plain English, to frighten the rooks.' Go to

3. Half a dozen young rooks in violent conversation, flew out to ask what the matter was. Go to

4. Mr. Pickwick and his friends cowered involuntarily to escape damage from the heavy fall of rooks, which they felt quite certain would be occasioned by the devastating barrel of their friend. Go to

routine /ruːˈtiːn/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: rotina; rotineira; coreografia

Simple English: Occurring regularly as part of a usual process.

Example: She follows her morning routine to feel organized and prepared for the day.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. This routine has never changed in three summers. Go to

rubs /rʌbz/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esfrega

Simple English: Moves a hand back and forth over something.

Example: He rubs his eyes when he is tired.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. With a maid's help, she uses vinegar, rubs her hands, touches her nose, and loosens her clothes. Go to

rushes /ˈrʌʃɪz/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: precipita-se; corre; juncos

Simple English: Moves very quickly; also tall grass-like plants that grow in wet ground.

Example: He always rushes his breakfast and then forgets his keys.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When the door closes, he rushes after Payne, but Snodgrass grabs his coat and pulls him back. Go to

2. Then voices arrive, including a strange one, and the family rushes to the kitchen. Go to

3. A servant rushes in with the fat boy and all the household workers. Go to

4. Wardle rushes toward Joe. Go to

5. He throws an ink bottle and rushes forward, but Jingle has disappeared, and Sam catches him. Go to

sadder /ˈsædər/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: mais triste

Simple English: More sad than before.

Example: The country seemed lonelier and sadder.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He explained that Tupman became sadder after hearing Rachael would return, disappeared during the day, and arranged for this letter to arrive at night. Go to

sam's /sæmz/ (164 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Sam

Simple English: Possessive referring to a character named Sam.

Example: Sam's father came to the school.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam's answers confused the little man, who briefly spoke with the two larger gentlemen. Go to

2. Pickwick and Wardle had been confused by Sam's strange list. Go to

3. The lawyer quietly places the promised coin in Sam's hand. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Come in,' said a man's voice, in reply to Sam's rap at the door. Go to

samba /ˈsæmbə/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Samba

Simple English: the surname of the fictional cricketer Quanko Samba

Example: Quanko Samba finally defeated the tireless batsman.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Many local helpers and Colonel Blazo fainted, but he scored 570 runs before Quanko Samba finally defeated him. Go to

2. The stranger asked whether the old gentleman meant Quanko Samba. Go to

Original English Version

1. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Go to

2. Quanko Samba?' Go to

sarcastically /sɑːrˈkæstɪkli/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sarcásticamente

Simple English: with sharp mockery or scorn

Example: She smiled sarcastically at the empty excuse.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He sarcastically praises one soldier who stabbed a barmaid after she refused him more drink, then offered to forgive her. Go to

satin /ˈsætən/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cetim

Simple English: Smooth, shiny cloth.

Example: The dresses were made of silk, satin, and velvet.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. A great sensation was created throughout the room by the entrance of a tall gentleman in a blue coat and bright buttons, a large lady in blue satin, and two young ladies, on a similar scale, in fashionably-made dresses of the same hue. Go to

2. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Go to

Satisfy /ˈsætɪsfaɪ/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: satisfazer; atender; saciar

Simple English: To make someone happy by meeting their desires.

Example: You need to satisfy your customers to keep them coming back.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The official record and probably the debate end at this strangely clear and satisfying point. Go to

2. He would have to satisfy their curiosity, so he should tell the story now. Go to

saving /ˈseɪvɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: salvar; poupança; economia

Simple English: Money set aside and not spent.

Example: I started saving money for a vacation to the beach next year.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Instead, he hit Tupman's left arm, saving all the birds from harm. Go to

scarves /skɑːrvz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cachecóis; lenços; echarpes

Simple English: Pieces of cloth worn around the neck or head.

Example: They sell woollen scarves at the market in winter.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick and Wardle wrapped scarves around their necks, pulled down their hats, and bravely began the six-mile walk as heavy rain returned. Go to

scented /ˈsɛntɪd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cheirosos; de cheiro forte

Simple English: Having a strong smell.

Example: She kept scented flowers by the window.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Go to

schoolboys /skˈulbˌɔɪz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alunos

Simple English: boys who attend school

Example: They looked so much like two big schoolboys that Alice could not help pointing at Tweedledum and saying, “First Boy!”

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He recognized former schoolboys who now had children, and strong workers who had become old and weak. Go to

scorekeepers /ˈskɔːrkiːpərz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: marcadores de pontos

Simple English: people who record the score in a game

Example: The scorekeepers took their places beside the field.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The umpires and scorekeepers took their places, and everyone became silent. Go to

scraping /ˈskreɪpɪŋ/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: raspando; arrastando com atrito

Simple English: Rubbing hard against a surface, often with a rough sound.

Example: The scraping of chairs filled the hall after the talk.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There was a great scraping of feet, and kicking up of the dust; and at last Mr. Winkle, his arms being nearly pulled out of their sockets, fairly let go his hold. Go to

scratched /skrætʃt/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: arranharam; riscaram

Simple English: Rubbed or cut a surface with something sharp.

Example: When they scratched the tin, he felt a cold shiver.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Their torn clothes, scratched faces, dusty shoes, tired appearance, and unwanted horse make them look absurd. Go to

Original English Version

1. It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. Go to

scratches /ˈskrætʃɪz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: riscos; garatujas

Simple English: Rough marks made on a surface.

Example: There were chalk scratches on the door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. They have torn clothes and scratches but no serious injuries. Go to

2. Wardle says he waited all day and asks about their scratches and accident. Go to

3. Tupman joins them after staying behind to steal a kiss from Emma and receiving pushes and scratches in return. Go to

Original English Version

1. Scratches! Go to

secretive /ˈsiːkrətɪv/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: reservado; sigiloso

Simple English: Keeping things hidden from other people.

Example: He was secretive about his plans.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He happily greets Winkle and Snodgrass after two days apart, but notices that both look strangely sad and secretive. Go to

select /sɪˈlɛkt/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: selecione; marque; seleto

Simple English: To highlight or choose an item on a computer screen.

Example: You must select the file before you can open it in the program.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam angrily asked why she had not explained this sooner and selected the man's boots. Go to

senseless /ˈsɛnsləs/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sem sentidos; desacordado

Simple English: Not awake and not able to feel anything.

Example: The blow left him senseless on the floor.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Here the spinster aunt uttered a loud shriek, and became senseless. Go to

sentence /ˈsɛntəns/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sentença; frase; sentencio

Simple English: A group of words expressing an idea.

Example: Write a complete sentence.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He was tried, found guilty, and sentenced to death. Go to

2. When the judge announced the sentence, a woman's terrible scream filled the court. Go to

3. Even when his death sentence was changed to fourteen years in a distant prison colony, his behaviour did not change. Go to

4. When his sentence ended, he kept the promise made to his mother. Go to

shabby /ˈʃæbi/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: surrado; maltrapilho; mesquinho

Simple English: Old and worn out; also unfair or mean in behaviour.

Example: He wore the same shabby coat every winter.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Everybody who is at all acquainted with theatrical matters knows what a host of shabby, poverty-stricken men hang about the stage of a large establishment--not regularly engaged actors, but ballet people, procession men, tumblers, and so forth, who are taken on during the run of a pantomime, or an Easter piece, and are then discharged, until the production of some heavy spectacle occasions a new demand for their services. Go to

shaded /ˈʃeɪdɪd/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sombreado; à sombra

Simple English: Covered so that the sun does not reach it.

Example: We ate lunch in a shaded corner.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The red-headed man raised his body, shaded his eyes with his hand, and stared, long and coolly, at Mr. Pickwick and his companions. Go to

shameless /ˈʃeɪmləs/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sem-vergonha; descarada

Simple English: Not feeling sorry about doing something wrong.

Example: It was a shameless lie and everyone knew it.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The shameless Jingle called out to ask if anyone was hurt. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Hollo!' shouted the shameless Jingle, 'anybody damaged?--elderly gentlemen--no light weights--dangerous work--very.' Go to

shawl /ʃɔːl/ (32 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: xale

Simple English: A large piece of cloth worn over the shoulders or head.

Example: She wrapped a warm shawl around herself.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle wraps himself in a shawl and dressing gown and enters the coffee room. Go to

2. On fine mornings, the fat boy dresses the old woman in a bonnet and shawl, gives her a walking stick, and helps her to the garden shelter. Go to

3. He orders Emma to give Pickwick a shawl and tells the girls to care for their unconscious grandmother. Go to

4. They quickly wrap Pickwick's face and neck in a large shawl, put on his hat, and give him his coat. Go to

Original English Version

1. He hurriedly wrapped himself in a travelling-shawl and dressing-gown, and proceeded downstairs. Go to

2. Round his neck he wore a green shawl, with the large ends straggling over his chest, and making their appearance occasionally beneath the worn button-holes of his old waistcoat. Go to

3. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Go to

4. 'Emma, give Mr. Pickwick a shawl to tie round his neck--make haste. Go to

5. Mr. Pickwick's mouth and chin having been hastily enveloped in a large shawl, his hat having been put on his head, and his greatcoat thrown over his arm, he replied in the affirmative. Go to

6. Down he goes to the Commons, to see the lawyer and draw the blunt--very smart-- top boots on--nosegay in his button-hole--broad-brimmed tile--green shawl--quite the gen'l'm'n. Go to

shawls /ʃɔːlz/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: xales

Simple English: large pieces of cloth worn around the shoulders or neck

Example: They tied their shawls around their necks against the rain.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Go to

sheds /ʃɛdz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: galpões; barracões

Simple English: Small, simple buildings used for keeping animals or tools.

Example: He ran toward the sheds where the cows were kept.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After an hour, they reach a small roadside inn surrounded by old sheds and hay. Go to

Original English Version

1. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Go to

2. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. Go to

shilling /ˈʃɪlɪŋ/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: xelim

Simple English: An old British coin worth one twentieth of a pound.

Example: A shilling bought a good meal in those days.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As they left, the annoyed driver told his friend that the trip was worth only one shilling. Go to

2. Holding the shilling for his fare, Mr. Pickwick asked the driver how old the horse was. Go to

3. Pickwick holds out a shilling and tells the driver it is his payment. Go to

4. A gentleman with a private room and a lady might give him a shilling each day, plus money for carrying messages. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'How old is that horse, my friend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, rubbing his nose with the shilling he had reserved for the fare. Go to

2. 'Here's your fare,' said Mr. Pickwick, holding out the shilling to the driver. Go to

shillings /ˈʃɪlɪŋz/ (27 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: xelins

Simple English: Old British coins worth one twentieth of a pound.

Example: The book cost three shillings when it first appeared.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. To this mode of life the man was compelled to resort; and taking the chair every night, at some low theatrical house, at once put him in possession of a few more shillings weekly, and enabled him to gratify his old propensity. Go to

2. I put a few shillings in his hand, and as I turned away I heard the roar of laughter which followed his first tumble on the stage. Go to

shone /ʃoʊn/ (20 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: brilhavam; reluziam

Simple English: Gave out or reflected light.

Example: The little stars shone in the sun like diamonds.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His eyes shone greedily as he unpacked the basket. Go to

2. Green fields shone with morning drops, leaves moved in the soft wind, and birds sang beautifully. Go to

3. Within minutes, they shone brightly and reached the door of room five. Go to

Original English Version

1. The eyes, though deeply sunk and heavy, shone with a lustre frightful to behold. Go to

2. The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Go to

shooting /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: atirando; tiroteio; tiro

Simple English: An event where gunfire injures or kills someone.

Example: The shooting outside the nightclub left several people injured and scared.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle asked whether he should begin shooting. Go to

shopkeepers /ˈʃɑːpkiːpərz/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: lojistas; comerciantes

Simple English: People who own or run small shops.

Example: The shopkeepers closed early that day.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Officers, dockyard families, lawyers' wives, merchants, and shopkeepers all arrange themselves by rank. Go to

2. After watching boys and shopkeepers head toward the cricket field, he rejoined his friends. Go to

Original English Version

1. A few boys were making their way to the cricket-field; and two or three shopkeepers who were standing at their doors looked as if they should like to be making their way to the same spot, as indeed to all appearance they might have done, without losing any great amount of custom thereby. Go to

shrimps /ʃrɪmps/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: camarões

Simple English: small edible shellfish with long bodies and curved tails

Example: The insolvent gentleman calmed himself with shrimps and porter.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick writes that the towns mainly produce soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dock workers. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'The principal productions of these towns,' says Mr. Pickwick, 'appear to be soldiers, sailors, Jews, chalk, shrimps, officers, and dockyard men. Go to

sickbed /ˈsɪkbed/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: leito de enfermo; cama de doente

Simple English: The bed in which a sick person lies.

Example: She kept a quiet watch beside his sickbed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He also took Edmunds's deep regret and request for forgiveness back to her sickbed. Go to

sideboard /ˈsaɪdbɔːd/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aparador

Simple English: furniture for storing dishes and serving food

Example: The silver was kept in the sideboard.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Supper was ready, with chairs around the table and drinks on the sideboard. Go to

Original English Version

1. The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours. Go to

sighed /saɪd/ (27 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: suspirou

Simple English: Let out a long, slow breath to show sadness or relief.

Example: The Scarecrow sighed and said nothing.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Joe sighed and unwillingly handed it over. Go to

2. Jingle sighed deeply, stared at Rachael for two minutes, then suddenly looked away in a dramatic manner. Go to

Original English Version

1. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master. Go to

2. 'Pleasant, pleasant country,' sighed the enthusiastic gentleman, as he opened his lattice window. Go to

3. That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them. Go to

signaled /ˈsɪɡnəld/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sinalizou; fez sinal; indicou

Simple English: Gave a sign or a message with a movement, a light or a sound.

Example: The driver signaled left and turned into the yard.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. She smiled at his cough, so he entered, signaled for silence, and closed the door. Go to

silenced /ˈsaɪlənst/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: calou; fez calar

Simple English: Made someone stop speaking.

Example: One look from the teacher silenced the class.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick refused to be silenced by the noise and admitted that he had meant Mr. Blotton. Go to

silences /ˈsaɪlənsɪz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: silêncios

Simple English: Periods when nobody speaks and no sound is heard.

Example: There were long silences between them.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tappleton silences Payne and asks the confused Pickwick whether the stranger belongs to his group. Go to

sixpence /ˈsɪkspəns/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: moeda antiga de seis pence

Simple English: An old British coin worth six pence.

Example: She paid a sixpence for the ribbon.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Go to

slammer /ˈslæmər/ (65 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Slammer

Simple English: the surname of an army surgeon

Example: Doctor Slammer was small, bald, and popular.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Doctor Slammer is a small, popular, bald man and army surgeon. Go to

2. Doctor Slammer is shocked. Go to

3. Doctor Slammer hates seeing him celebrate his victory. Go to

4. In a terrible voice, Slammer gives the stranger his card and announces his name, regiment, and address. Go to

5. The stranger calmly thanks him and says he will call Doctor Slammer if he becomes ill. Go to

6. Doctor Slammer says the stranger is drunk but promises to find him at the hotel the next morning. Go to

Original English Version

1. One of the most popular personages, in his own circle, present, was a little fat man, with a ring of upright black hair round his head, and an extensive bald plain on the top of it--Doctor Slammer, surgeon to the 97th. Go to

2. Doctor Slammer was paralysed. Go to

3. He, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th, to be extinguished in a moment, by a man whom nobody had ever seen before, and whom nobody knew even now! Go to

4. Doctor Slammer--Doctor Slammer of the 97th rejected! Go to

5. 'Sir!' said the doctor, in an awful voice, producing a card, and retiring into an angle of the passage, 'my name is Slammer, Doctor Slammer, sir--97th Regiment--Chatham Barracks--my card, Sir, my card.' He would have added more, but his indignation choked him. Go to

6. 'Ah!' replied the stranger coolly, 'Slammer--much obliged--polite attention--not ill now, Slammer--but when I am--knock you up.' Go to

slammer's /ˈslæmərz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Slammer

Simple English: belonging to Doctor Slammer

Example: Winkle's surprise caught Doctor Slammer's friend's attention.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He returns downstairs, determined to accept Slammer's challenge and face the consequences. Go to

2. Doctor Slammer's companion bows and takes out a pistol case. Go to

3. Tappleton begins to doubt Slammer's memory. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle's astonishment was too real, and too evident, to escape the observation of Doctor Slammer's friend; he therefore proceeded-- Go to

2. Doctor Slammer's friend proceeded:-- 'From the inquiries I made at the bar, just now, I was convinced that the owner of the coat in question arrived here, with three gentlemen, yesterday afternoon. Go to

3. Doctor Slammer's friend bowed, and produced a case similar to that which Mr. Snodgrass carried. Go to

4. 'Not the man!' said Doctor Slammer's second. Go to

slamming /ˈslæmɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: batendo com força

Simple English: Shutting something hard and loudly.

Example: She ran out, slamming the door behind her.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Jump in--jump in!' cried old Wardle, climbing into the chaise, pulling up the steps, and slamming the door after him. Go to

sly /slaɪ/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: matreiro; malicioso

Simple English: Clever in a secret and not honest way.

Example: He gave a sly look and said nothing.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Go to

smiggers /ˈsmɪɡərz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Smiggers

Simple English: the surname of Joseph Smiggers, a Pickwick Club official

Example: Joseph Smiggers chaired the club meeting on 12 May 1827.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. On May 12, 1827, Joseph Smiggers chaired a meeting. Go to

Original English Version

1. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. Go to

smithie /ˈsmɪθi/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Smithie

Simple English: the surname of a family announced at a social gathering

Example: The servant announced the Smithie family next.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The Smithie family is announced next. Go to

2. Tupman asks who Mr. Smithie is. Go to

3. The stranger says Smithie has some dockyard job. Go to

4. Smithie bows respectfully to Sir Thomas, who answers proudly. Go to

5. Lady Clubber examines Mrs. Smithie, who stares at another lower-ranking woman. Go to

Original English Version

1. Smithie, Mrs. Smithie, and the Misses Smithie,' was the next announcement. Go to

2. 'What's Mr. Smithie?' inquired Mr. Tracy Tupman. Go to

3. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Go to

4. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all. Go to

snipe /snˈaɪp/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: recorte

Simple English: cut quickly with scissors or a small piece

Example: They are like a curlew and a snipe.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger warns that this is not a little boy but Ensign Wilmot Snipe of an important family. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.' Go to

2. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company. Go to

snodgrass /ˈsnɒdɡræs/ (449 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Snodgrass

Simple English: the surname of Augustus Snodgrass, one of Pickwick's travelling companions

Example: Augustus Snodgrass was appointed a member of the Pickwick Club.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

2. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

3. Snodgrass wanted fame as a poet, Tupman wanted success in love, and Winkle wanted fame in sports. Go to

4. Mr. Snodgrass asked the chairman to restore order. Go to

5. They reach the Golden Cross, where Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle eagerly welcome their famous leader. Go to

6. Snodgrass says the driver is mad. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

2. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Go to

3. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. Go to

4. A. SNODGRASS rose to order. Go to

5. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him. Go to

6. 'You are mad,' said Mr. Snodgrass. Go to

snodgrass's /ˈsnɒdɡrɑːsɪz/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Snodgrass

Simple English: belonging to Augustus Snodgrass

Example: One of the missiles struck near Snodgrass's eye.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Seeing Snodgrass's notebook, he asks in a hollow voice whether Snodgrass is the poet. Go to

2. In this spirit, they say that Snodgrass's notebook supplies the details of this chapter and the next. Go to

3. The editors regret that Snodgrass's notes are almost impossible to read because wine and excitement made his hand unsteady. Go to

Original English Version

1. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick had replaced on the table the glass which, during the last few sentences of the tale, he had retained in his hand; and had just made up his mind to speak--indeed, we have the authority of Mr. Snodgrass's note-book for stating, that he had actually opened his mouth--when the waiter entered the room, and said-- Go to

snoring /ˈsnɔːrɪŋ/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: que ronca; ressonante

Simple English: Making loud noises while sleeping.

Example: A snoring man lay across two seats.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick had moved between great joy and sadness before finally sitting with his head down and snoring loudly. Go to

Original English Version

1. His head was sunk upon his bosom, and perpetual snoring, with a partial choke occasionally, were the only audible indications of the great man's presence. Go to

2. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Go to

snuff /snʌf/ (61 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: rapé

Simple English: Powdered tobacco taken in through the nose.

Example: He offered his friend a pinch of snuff.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The colonel and Sir Thomas exchange snuff boxes and look like rulers of the room. Go to

2. Then he returned and offered Pickwick some snuff, showing that he had decided to forgive. Go to

3. Then he took some snuff and prepared to try again. Go to

4. He took more snuff and tried to look very wise. Go to

Original English Version

1. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Go to

2. The doctor took snuff with everybody, chatted with everybody, laughed, danced, made jokes, played whist, did everything, and was everywhere. Go to

3. 'The only question is, whether the gentleman, being on the ground, must not be considered, as a matter of form, to be the individual who insulted our friend, Doctor Slammer, yesterday evening, whether he is really that individual or not;' and having delivered this suggestion, with a very sage and mysterious air, the man with the camp-stool took a large pinch of snuff, and looked profoundly round, with the air of an authority in such matters. Go to

4. Another game, with a similar result, was followed by a revoke from the unlucky Miller; on which the fat gentleman burst into a state of high personal excitement which lasted until the conclusion of the game, when he retired into a corner, and remained perfectly mute for one hour and twenty-seven minutes; at the end of which time he emerged from his retirement, and offered Mr. Pickwick a pinch of snuff with the air of a man who had made up his mind to a Christian forgiveness of injuries sustained. Go to

5. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered-- Go to

6. Really, my dear Sir, really;' and the little man took an argumentative pinch of snuff, and looked very profound. Go to

snuggery /ˈsnʌɡəri/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: saleta aconchegante

Simple English: a small private and comfortable room, especially in an inn

Example: Several pairs of painted boot tops stood in the snuggery beside the bar.

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Original English Version

1. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.' Go to

sobbed /sɑːbd/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: soluçou

Simple English: Cried noisily, taking short breaths.

Example: I never killed anything willingly, she sobbed.

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Original English Version

1. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion. Go to

sobbing /ˈsɑːbɪŋ/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: soluçando; aos soluços

Simple English: Crying loudly while taking short sharp breaths.

Example: The child came in sobbing about a lost toy.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He left sobbing, but also filled with fierce anger. Go to

sobs /sɑːbz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: soluços; soluça

Simple English: Loud cries made while breathing in short sharp gasps.

Example: Her sobs could be heard from the next room.

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1. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father. Go to

soften /ˈsɔːfən/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: amolecer; suavizar; abrandar

Simple English: To make something less hard, less strong or less severe.

Example: Warm water will soften the dry paint on the brush.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Every day in the prison yard, the mother tried with love and prayers to soften her son's hard heart. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. Go to

softened /ˈsɔːfənd/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: suavizaram-se; enterneceram-se

Simple English: Became or made less hard, less strong or less severe.

Example: His voice softened when he saw the child was crying.

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1. Not even the unlooked-for commutation of his sentence to transportation for fourteen years, softened for an instant the sullen hardihood of his demeanour. Go to

2. Whether the probability of escaping from the consequences of this ill- timed discovery was delightful to the spinster's feelings, or whether the hearing herself described as a 'lovely woman' softened the asperity of her grief, we know not. Go to

solemn /ˈsɑːləm/ (41 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: solene; grave; sério

Simple English: Very serious, without smiling.

Example: The children made a solemn promise.

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Original English Version

1. 'With a doctor--Doctor Slammer, of the 97th,' said Mr. Winkle, wishing to make the matter appear as solemn as possible; 'an affair with an officer, seconded by another officer, at sunset this evening, in a lonely field beyond Fort Pitt.' Go to

2. 'It is a touching thing to hear the mind reverting to the ordinary occupations and pursuits of health, when the body lies before you weak and helpless; but when those occupations are of a character the most strongly opposed to anything we associate with grave and solemn ideas, the impression produced is infinitely more powerful. Go to

3. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Go to

4. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Go to

5. A solemn silence; Mr. Pickwick humorous, the old lady serious, the fat gentleman captious, and Mr. Miller timorous. Go to

6. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Go to

solemnly /ˈsɑːləmli/ (28 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: solenemente; com gravidade

Simple English: In a very serious way.

Example: He solemnly promised to keep the secret.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The little man solemnly explained that they did not want to alarm anyone inside. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could. Go to

2. ''Cept Mullins's Meadows,' observed the fat man solemnly. Go to

3. A few weeks afterwards the poor woman's soul took its flight, I confidently hope, and solemnly believe, to a place of eternal happiness and rest. Go to

4. 'We want to know,' said the little man solemnly; 'and we ask the question of you, in order that we may not awaken apprehensions inside-- we want to know who you've got in this house at present?' Go to

soles /soʊlz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: solas

Simple English: The bottom parts of shoes or feet.

Example: The soles of his boots were worn thin.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam picked up the shoes and wrote room five on their soles with chalk. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Soles, Sir.' Go to

2. 'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Go to

3. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air. Go to

4. 'Number five,' said Sam, as he picked up the shoes, and taking a piece of chalk from his pocket, made a memorandum of their destination on the soles--'Lady's shoes and private sittin'-room! Go to

spade /speɪd/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pá (gastar dinheiro com a pá, às mancheias)

Simple English: A tool with a flat blade for digging.

Example: He leaned on his spade and rested.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Want to put that ere horse up, do ee?' repeated the red-headed man, leaning on his spade. Go to

spectacles /ˈspɛktəkəlz/ (60 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: óculos

Simple English: A pair of glasses worn over the eyes to help someone see.

Example: First you must put on the spectacles.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Go to

2. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

3. Such was the individual on whom Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles (which he had fortunately recovered), and to whom he proceeded, when his friends had exhausted themselves, to return in chosen terms his warmest thanks for his recent assistance. Go to

4. 'What are they doing now?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, adjusting his spectacles. Go to

5. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late. Go to

6. And now you all know each other, let's be comfortable and happy, and see what's going forward; that's what I say.' So the stout gentleman put on his spectacles, and Mr. Pickwick pulled out his glass, and everybody stood up in the carriage, and looked over somebody else's shoulder at the evolutions of the military. Go to

splendour /ˈsplɛndər/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esplendor

Simple English: great beauty or magnificence

Example: The hall shone with royal splendour.

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Original English Version

1. 'Ah! people need to rise early, to see the sun in all his splendour, for his brightness seldom lasts the day through. Go to

sportsman /ˈspɔːrtsmən/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desportista; caçador

Simple English: A man who hunts or plays sport.

Example: The sportsman cleaned his gun with care.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

2. He suddenly turns to Winkle and asks whether he is a sportsman. Go to

Original English Version

1. Sportsman, sir?' abruptly turning to Mr. Winkle. Go to

sprang /spræŋ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: saltou; pulou

Simple English: Jumped or moved suddenly and quickly.

Example: He sprang out of bed when the alarm rang.

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1. Edmunds sprang to his. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick was no sluggard, and he sprang like an ardent warrior from his tent-bedstead. Go to

3. Out came the chaise--in went the horses--on sprang the boys--in got the travellers. Go to

stage /steɪdʒ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: palco; estágio; fase

Simple English: An elevated platform where performers present plays, shows, or musical acts.

Example: The actors will perform on the stage at 7 PM tonight.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The gloomy man says poetry gives beauty to life, just as light and music improve a stage. Go to

2. The man says standing before the stage lights is like admiring rich people in beautiful clothes. Go to

3. Behind the stage, forgotten workers create that beauty and must survive or starve according to luck. Go to

staggered /ˈstæɡərd/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cambaleou

Simple English: Walked in an unsteady way, almost falling.

Example: He staggered out into the cold street.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle actually staggered with astonishment as he heard his own costume thus minutely described. Go to

2. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Go to

3. His face turned black, the gore rushed from his mouth and nose, and dyed the grass a deep, dark red, as he staggered and fell. Go to

stares /stɛərz/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: olha fixamente

Simple English: looks steadily for a long time with the eyes wide or fixed

Example: He stares at the object with deep interest.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He stares sternly, but the calm stranger does not react. Go to

2. Lady Clubber examines Mrs. Smithie, who stares at another lower-ranking woman. Go to

3. Slammer looks angry and confused, while Payne stares fiercely at innocent Pickwick. Go to

4. The man stands, covers his eyes from the light, and slowly stares at them. Go to

startled /ˈstɑːrtəld/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assustada; sobressaltada

Simple English: Suddenly surprised or frightened.

Example: Aunt Em was startled by the child's laughter.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The animal was startled by the noise, and the reins were on his back. Go to

starved /stɑːrvd/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: faminto; morrendo de fome

Simple English: Suffering badly from lack of food, or of anything needed.

Example: The plants were starved of light in that corner.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Soon even this work disappeared, and he nearly starved. Go to

Original English Version

1. I have starved her and the boy too; and now I am weak and helpless, Jem, she'll murder me for it; I know she will. Go to

steady /ˈstɛdi/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: constante; firme; estável

Simple English: Not changing significantly over time.

Example: She maintained a steady pace while running during the marathon event.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass says it is safe and advises Winkle to remain steady and wound his opponent. Go to

sternly /ˈstɜːrnli/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: severamente; com firmeza

Simple English: In a serious and strict way.

Example: The guard spoke sternly to the boys.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He stares sternly, but the calm stranger does not react. Go to

Original English Version

1. It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers. Go to

stile /staɪl/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: degraus para passar a cerca

Simple English: Steps that let people climb over a fence or a wall.

Example: They sat on the stile to rest their feet.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The man's heart swelled as he crossed the stile. Go to

stockings /ˈstɑːkɪŋz/ (28 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: meias longas; meias de malha

Simple English: Close-fitting coverings for the feet and legs.

Example: She darned her stockings by the window.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His old green coat is too small and faded, his trousers and shoes are worn, and dirty stockings show. Go to

Original English Version

1. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Go to

storyteller /ˈstɔːritelər/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: contador de histórias; narrador

Simple English: A person who tells or writes stories.

Example: The storyteller paused while the listeners filled their glasses.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The sad storyteller says the officers do not deserve Pickwick's attention. Go to

stranger's /ˈstreɪndʒərz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do estranho; do desconhecido

Simple English: Belonging to a person you do not know.

Example: A stranger's umbrella was left in the hallway.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The narrator notes the stranger's remarkable imagination: this conversation happens in 1827, but the July Revolution will occur only in 1830. Go to

2. Snodgrass says he would like to see the stranger's poem. Go to

3. Slammer again demands the stranger's card. Go to

4. Pickwick, Winkle, and Snodgrass followed the stranger's orders and sat down. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'The old man raised his eyes to the stranger's face, bade him "good- evening," and walked slowly on. Go to

2. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Go to

strangest /ˈstreɪndʒɪst/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: o mais estranho

Simple English: The most strange of all.

Example: The strangest thing was the people who lived there.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The amazed Pickwick calls this the strangest event of his life. Go to

stretch /strɛtʃ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esticar; estiramento; trecho

Simple English: To extend body or body parts to full length.

Example: Before running, it is important to stretch your muscles properly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Fields, pastures, windmills, and churches stretched beside the Medway River, while fishing boats moved slowly across the shining water. Go to

stroller's /ˈstroʊlərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do ator itinerante

Simple English: belonging to a travelling performer, especially an actor

Example: The melancholy man opened his papers and began The Stroller's Tale.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The sad man mixes brandy and water, drinks half, opens his papers, and begins reading and telling "The Stroller's Tale." Go to

Original English Version

1. The dismal man took the hint, and having mixed a glass of brandy-and- water, and slowly swallowed half of it, opened the roll of paper and proceeded, partly to read, and partly to relate, the following incident, which we find recorded on the Transactions of the Club as 'The Stroller's Tale.' Go to

stroud /straʊd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Stroud

Simple English: A valley and town in Gloucestershire, England.

Example: They went through the lovely Stroud Valley.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. A careful reading of Pickwick's notes about Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton shows that his impressions are similar to those of other travellers. Go to

Original English Version

1. We do not find, from a careful perusal of Mr. Pickwick's notes of the four towns, Stroud, Rochester, Chatham, and Brompton, that his impressions of their appearance differ in any material point from those of other travellers who have gone over the same ground. Go to

stump /stʌmp/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: toco; cepo; coto

Simple English: The short part of a tree left in the ground after it is cut down.

Example: We sat on a stump and shared the last of the water.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The ball flew from his hand straight and swift towards the centre stump of the wicket. Go to

surround /səˈraʊnd/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: surround; cercam; rodeiam

Simple English: To be all around something or someone on every side.

Example: The garden is surrounded by a tall stone wall for privacy.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After an hour, they reach a small roadside inn surrounded by old sheds and hay. Go to

surrounding (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: circundante; ao redor; vizinho

Simple English: around something

Example: The surrounding area is very quiet.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The men surrounding Tupman still hid the accident from their view. Go to

surrounds /səˈraʊndz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cerca; circunda

Simple English: Is all around something, on every side.

Example: The great desert surrounds this Land of Oz.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Her family surrounds her with an ear trumpet, fruit, medicine, and pillows. Go to

suspecting /səˈspektɪŋ/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: suspeitando

Simple English: Believing that something is probably true, without proof.

Example: She went on working, suspecting nothing.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman warmly thanked his supposed friend for his unselfish help and apologized for ever suspecting that Jingle might become his rival. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'It will give me great pleasure, I am sure,' replied Doctor Slammer, little suspecting who Mr. Tupman was. Go to

sweetest /ˈswiːtɪst/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: o mais encantador; o mais lindo

Simple English: The most pleasant or lovely of all.

Example: It was the sweetest little room in the world.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. In his sweetest manner, Tupman touched Rachael's wrist and lifted the wine bottle, asking permission to serve her. Go to

sweetly /ˈswiːtli/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: docemente; suavemente

Simple English: In a pleasant, gentle way.

Example: The little bells rang sweetly when they moved.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Isabella reacted and called sweetly to her aunt. Go to

swelled /swɛld/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inchou; encheu-se

Simple English: Became larger, often by filling with air or water.

Example: The balloon swelled out and rose into the air.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. Go to

2. The man's heart swelled as he crossed the stile. Go to

sympathetically /ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪkli/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: com solidariedade

Simple English: in a way that shows understanding and care for another's trouble

Example: Wardle listened sympathetically before leading the travellers to the kitchen.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle listens sympathetically to part of their story and guides them to the kitchen. Go to

Tale /teɪl/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: conto; fadas; história

Simple English: True or imaginary story full of events, often exciting.

Example: She told a fascinating tale about her travels around the world.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The sad man mixes brandy and water, drinks half, opens his papers, and begins reading and telling "The Stroller's Tale." Go to

talkative /ˈtɔːkətɪv/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tagarelas; faladores

Simple English: Liking to talk a lot.

Example: Our new neighbour is very talkative.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As the coach passes under a low arch, the talkative stranger warns everyone to protect their heads. Go to

Original English Version

1. The new visitor was very talkative, and the number of his anecdotes was only to be exceeded by the extent of his politeness. Go to

tangled /ˈtæŋɡəld/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: emaranhado; coberto de mato

Simple English: Twisted together in an untidy mass that is hard to separate.

Example: The kite came down with its string badly tangled.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Excited Pickwick also tries to help but only becomes tangled in equipment and gets in the way. Go to

tappleton /ˈtæpəltən/ (21 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Tappleton

Simple English: the surname of Lieutenant Tappleton

Example: Mr. Winkle shook hands with Lieutenant Tappleton after the incident.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He shakes hands with the doctor, Lieutenant Tappleton, Payne, and finally Snodgrass, who greatly admires his heroic friend. Go to

2. Lieutenant Tappleton suggests that they leave the field. Go to

3. Winkle begins introducing Lieutenant Tappleton, Doctor Payne, and Doctor Slammer to Pickwick and the others. Go to

4. He looks angrily at him and whispers to Tappleton. Go to

5. Tappleton reacts with surprise after hearing the story. Go to

6. Tappleton silences Payne and asks the confused Pickwick whether the stranger belongs to his group. Go to

Original English Version

1. Thereupon the doctor and Mr. Winkle shook hands, and then Mr. Winkle and Lieutenant Tappleton (the doctor's second), and then Mr. Winkle and the man with the camp-stool, and, finally, Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass--the last-named gentleman in an excess of admiration at the noble conduct of his heroic friend. Go to

2. 'I think we may adjourn,' said Lieutenant Tappleton. Go to

3. 'Lieutenant Tappleton,' said Mr. Winkle, 'Lieutenant Tappleton, Mr. Pickwick--Doctor Payne, Mr. Pickwick--Mr. Go to

4. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton. Go to

5. Lieutenant Tappleton turned round to his friend Doctor Slammer, with a scarcely perceptible shrug of the shoulder, as if implying some doubt of the accuracy of his recollection. Go to

6. He was apparently about to proceed to do so, when Lieutenant Tappleton, who had been eyeing him with great curiosity, said with considerable scorn, 'Haven't I seen you at the theatre, Sir?' Go to

target /ˈtɑːrɡɪt/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: alvo; destino; meta

Simple English: To aim attacks at a specific object or location.

Example: The military must target specific locations to minimize civilian casualties.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle trembles as he realizes his friend's fear will not save him and he must become a living target. Go to

2. He wondered whether poverty forced them to become targets for inexperienced shooters. Go to

temporary /ˈtɛmpərəri/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: temporário; provisório

Simple English: Existing or in use for a short time, not permanent.

Example: He took a temporary job at the store until he found something permanent.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He joined poor temporary theatre workers who found jobs only during large shows. Go to

2. The army will hold a grand review with several regiments, temporary defenses, an attack, and an explosion. Go to

tenderly /ˈtɛndərli/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ternamente; com carinho

Simple English: with gentleness, affection, or loving care

Example: He kissed her good night tenderly at the door.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. After Tupman's eyes had been closed for only twenty seconds, Rachael thought he was sleeping and spoke his name tenderly. Go to

thirteenth /ˌθɜːrˈtiːnθ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: décimo terceiro

Simple English: having the ordinal number thirteen

Example: The sun rose on the thirteenth of May 1827.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. That punctual servant of all work, the sun, had just risen, and begun to strike a light on the morning of the thirteenth of May, one thousand eight hundred and twenty-seven, when Mr. Samuel Pickwick burst like another sun from his slumbers, threw open his chamber window, and looked out upon the world beneath. Go to

thumping /ˈθʌmpɪŋ/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: batidas fortes

Simple English: repeated heavy blows, here made on a table to show approval

Example: Cheering and table-thumping continued after the speech.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The speech ends, and loud cheering and table-thumping continue through the evening. Go to

Original English Version

1. Here the little man ceased, and here the company commenced a raising of voices, and thumping of tables, which lasted with little intermission during the remainder of the evening. Go to

tilts /tɪlts/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: inclina

Simple English: moves something into a sloping position

Example: He says goodbye, tilts his old hat, and walks into the street.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He says goodbye, tilts his old hat, and walks quickly into the main street with half his paper package outside his pocket. Go to

tiring /ˈtaɪərɪŋ/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: cansativo

Simple English: Making you feel that you need to rest.

Example: Waiting for the Wizard grew tiring.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The day's tiring adventures, or perhaps the clergyman's sleepy story, made Pickwick very tired. Go to

tittlebats /ˈtɪtəlbæts/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: esgana-gatas (pequenos peixes espinhosos)

Simple English: a humorous name for sticklebacks, small freshwater fish

Example: Pickwick presented his scientific ideas about tittlebats to the club.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club had heard Samuel Pickwick's paper about the source of the Hampstead ponds and his ideas about tittlebats. Go to

2. Pickwick admitted that he also felt pride, especially about his famous theory of tittlebats, but said his wish to help humanity was stronger. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Go to

2. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Go to

toasts /toʊsts/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: brindes

Simple English: Short speeches followed by drinking in honour of someone or something.

Example: The guests were drinking their fine toasts.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Other toasts were drunk. Go to

tombs /tuːmz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: túmulos; sepulcros

Simple English: Large stone graves, often built above the ground.

Example: The tombs of the old kings stand in a row behind the church.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger rapidly praises the old walls, arches, dark corners, cathedral, ancient stairs, doors, monks, weapons, tombs, and legends. Go to

tongues /tʌŋz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: línguas; bocas

Simple English: The soft parts inside the mouth used for speaking.

Example: The news passed by a thousand tongues.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Go to

tradespeople /ˈtreɪdzˌpiːpəl/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: profissionais de ofícios; comerciantes

Simple English: People who work in trades, crafts, or retail businesses.

Example: Two other little seats that belong to him he treats as retail orders of less importance, merely sending down the men and signifying to the tradespeople, “You will have the goodness to make these materials into two members of Parliament and to send them home when done.”

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.' Go to

traveller /ˈtrævələr/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: viajante

Simple English: A person who is on a journey or who travels often.

Example: A tired traveller asked for a room and a hot meal.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The club strongly supported the rule that each traveller must pay his own expenses. Go to

2. Pickwick says the man is clearly a traveller who has visited many countries and closely studied people and events. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Evidently a traveller in many countries, and a close observer of men and things,' said Mr. Pickwick. Go to

2. A superficial traveller might object to the dirt, which is their leading characteristic; but to those who view it as an indication of traffic and commercial prosperity, it is truly gratifying.' Go to

3. 'Go on, Jemmy,' said the Spanish traveller, 'like black-eyed Susan--all in the Downs--no croaking--speak out--look lively.' Go to

trembled /ˈtrɛmbəld/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: tremeu; vacilou

Simple English: Shook because of fear or strong feeling.

Example: The old house trembled when the train passed.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Go to

2. A cold feeling crept over him, and he trembled violently as he turned away. Go to

3. The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Go to

4. The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle. Go to

5. 'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation. Go to

6. '_he_ cut _me_; will he!' and she trembled with rage and disappointment. Go to

trembles /ˈtrembəlz/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: treme

Simple English: Shakes slightly, from fear or cold.

Example: The little dog trembles during a storm.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Winkle trembles as he realizes his friend's fear will not save him and he must become a living target. Go to

2. She trembles so much that stones inside the watering can shake like a baby's toy. Go to

trembling /ˈtrɛmblɪŋ/ (33 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: trêmulo; que treme

Simple English: Shaking a little because of fear, cold or strong feeling.

Example: His hands were trembling when he opened the letter.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. With a trembling voice, Winkle says that if he dies, Snodgrass will find a packet containing a note for his father. Go to

2. The trembling woman reminds Joe that she has treated him kindly, given him little work, and always fed him well. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Winkle ran hastily upstairs, and with a trembling hand opened the bag. Go to

2. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Go to

3. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Go to

4. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion. Go to

5. 'Well, Joe,' said the trembling old lady. Go to

tricked /trɪkt/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enganei; ludibriei

Simple English: Made someone believe something that was not true.

Example: They will be angry because I tricked them.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He described the pain of losing a lovely woman and being tricked by a false friend. Go to

triumphantly /traɪˈʌmfəntli/ (11 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: triunfalmente; com ar de vitória

Simple English: In a way that shows great satisfaction at winning.

Example: She held up the key triumphantly.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'There ain't a better spot o' ground in all Kent, sir,' said the hard- headed man with the pippin--face; 'there ain't indeed, sir--I'm sure there ain't, Sir.' The hard-headed man looked triumphantly round, as if he had been very much contradicted by somebody, but had got the better of him at last. Go to

2. 'There!' said the criminal Miller triumphantly, as he took up the odd trick at the conclusion of a hand; 'that could not have been played better, I flatter myself; impossible to have made another trick!' Go to

3. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Go to

trots /trɑːts/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: trota

Simple English: Runs with short quick steps, the way a horse does.

Example: The pony trots along beside the cart.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When Winkle releases the reins, the horse calmly turns and trots home to Rochester. Go to

trough /trɔːf/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: bebedouro; cocho

Simple English: A long open container that holds water for animals.

Example: The horses drank from the stone trough.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Go to

trundle /ˈtrʌndəl/ (52 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Trundle

Simple English: the surname of Mr Trundle, Bella Wardle's husband

Example: Wardle introduces his friend Mr. Trundle before inviting everyone to watch the show.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man introduced his friend Mr. Trundle and invited everyone to enjoy the show. Go to

2. Mr. Trundle politely asked Winkle to share a drink with him. Go to

3. Isabella played with Mr. Trundle, Emily with Snodgrass, and Tupman flirted with the unmarried aunt. Go to

4. Isabella focuses on Trundle, Rachael on Tupman, and Emily seems to think about absent Snodgrass. Go to

5. Snodgrass also accepts help, Tupman guides smiling Pickwick, and Trundle leads the emotional Wardle to bed. Go to

Original English Version

1. Gentlemen, I beg your pardon; this is my friend Mr. Trundle. Go to

2. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Go to

3. 'Will you permit me to have the pleasure, Sir?' said Mr. Trundle to Mr. Winkle. Go to

4. 'With great pleasure,' replied Mr. Winkle to Mr. Trundle, and then the two gentlemen took wine, after which they took a glass of wine round, ladies and all. Go to

5. Isabella Wardle and Mr. Trundle 'went partners,' and Emily Wardle and Mr. Snodgrass did the same; and even Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt established a joint- stock company of fish and flattery. Go to

6. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Go to

tunnel /ˈtʌnəl/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: túnel; encapsulamento

Simple English: Passage dug underground for vehicles, trains, or pedestrians.

Example: We drove through a long tunnel under the city.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Then he imagines dark tunnels, insects, monsters, hot irons, and ropes around his head. Go to

tupman /ˈtʌpmən/ (666 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Tupman

Simple English: the surname of a character from Pickwick Papers, used as a nickname

Example: Beth, because she was round and rosy, was Tracy Tupman.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

2. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

3. Snodgrass wanted fame as a poet, Tupman wanted success in love, and Winkle wanted fame in sports. Go to

4. They reach the Golden Cross, where Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle eagerly welcome their famous leader. Go to

5. Tupman says he may be both mad and drunk. Go to

6. He throws down his hat and quickly hits Pickwick, Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle several times within seconds. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

2. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Go to

3. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Go to

4. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. Go to

5. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him. Go to

6. 'Or both,' said Mr. Tupman. Go to

tupman's /ˈtʌpmənz/ (41 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Tupman

Simple English: belonging to or associated with Tracy Tupman

Example: Romance remained the ruling passion of Tupman's soul.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The doctor points to the stranger and says he was Tupman's companion. Go to

2. Rachael reacted strongly to Tupman's serious look and said she feared more guns might fire, so she might need his support again. Go to

3. Instead, he hit Tupman's left arm, saving all the birds from harm. Go to

4. The friends bandaged Tupman's arm and slowly carried him home. Go to

5. When Rachael heard Tupman's voice, she nearly began another emotional attack. Go to

6. After Tupman's eyes had been closed for only twenty seconds, Rachael thought he was sleeping and spoke his name tenderly. Go to

Original English Version

1. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Go to

2. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

3. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom. Go to

4. 'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. Go to

5. 'Head of the garrison,' said the stranger, in reply to Mr. Tupman's inquiring look. Go to

6. He had not been stationary half a minute, when he heard his own name eagerly pronounced by a voice, which he at once recognised as Mr. Tupman's, and, looking upwards, he beheld a sight which filled him with surprise and pleasure. Go to

tuppy /ˈtʌpi/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Tuppy

Simple English: a mocking alteration of Tupman's surname

Example: Jingle sends his love to Tuppy, mockingly shortening Tupman's name.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Mocking Tupman as "Tuppy," he invited the men to ride behind before ordering his drivers onward. Go to

2. But Jingle had borrowed money from loyal Tupman and then insulted him by calling him "Tuppy." This was too much. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Ha! ha!' replied Jingle; and then he added, with a knowing wink, and a jerk of the thumb towards the interior of the chaise--'I say--she's very well--desires her compliments--begs you won't trouble yourself--love to _Tuppy_--won't you get up behind?--drive on, boys.' Go to

2. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. Go to

3. 'Here,' continued the hardened traitor, tossing the licence at Mr. Pickwick's feet; 'get the name altered--take home the lady--do for Tuppy.' Go to

twisting /ˈtwɪstɪŋ/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: torcendo; contorcendo

Simple English: Turning something so that it changes shape.

Example: She was twisting her ring while she waited.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He sees the weak body that had recently entertained laughing crowds now twisting in terrible pain. Go to

Glossary: New Words (4/4)

twopenny /ˈtʌpəni/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de dois pence

Simple English: costing or worth two old British pennies

Example: Snodgrass carried the note as readily as a twopenny postman.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass was affected, but he undertook the delivery of the note as readily as if he had been a twopenny postman. Go to

umbrellas /ʌmˈbrɛləz/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: guarda-sóis; guarda-chuvas

Simple English: Round covers on a stick that keep off rain or sun.

Example: Gold umbrellas shone above the palace.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Go to

umpires /ˈʌmpaɪərz/ (9 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: árbitros

Simple English: officials who make decisions in games or disputes

Example: He appointed ordinary men to act as umpires.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The umpires and scorekeepers took their places, and everyone became silent. Go to

Original English Version

1. The umpires were stationed behind the wickets; the scorers were prepared to notch the runs; a breathless silence ensued. Go to

unanswered /ʌnˈænsərd/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sem resposta

Simple English: Not replied to and not solved.

Example: His letter is still unanswered.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Then all her unanswered kindness, ignored warnings, and his broken promises filled his mind until he could bear no more. Go to

unashamed /ˌʌnəˈʃeɪmd/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: sem vergonha

Simple English: showing no embarrassment or guilt about one's conduct

Example: Unashamed by his deception, Jingle casually said goodbye.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Unashamed, Jingle says he is leaving and casually says goodbye to Pickwick. Go to

uncertainly /ʌnˈsɜːrtənli/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: com hesitação; sem certeza

Simple English: In a doubtful way, without being sure.

Example: Dorothy said uncertainly that there must be a mistake.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The practical man looked around uncertainly. Go to

2. The unhappy Miller uncertainly asked his partner if he truly should have done that. Go to

unconscious /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inconsciente; desmaiado; subconsciente

Simple English: Unresponsive and unaware of surroundings, usually from an injury.

Example: He was unconscious after the fall and required immediate medical attention.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When he becomes partly unconscious, Hutley leaves and promises to return the next night and remain if needed. Go to

2. He orders Emma to give Pickwick a shawl and tells the girls to care for their unconscious grandmother. Go to

undecided /ˌʌndɪˈsaɪdɪd/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: indeciso; em suspenso

Simple English: Not having made a choice yet, or not yet settled.

Example: The date of the meeting is still undecided.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He was undecided. Go to

undress /ʌnˈdres/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: despir-se

Simple English: To take off one's clothes.

Example: She began to undress for the night.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. An old woman and a couple of waiters were cleaning the coffee-room, and an officer in undress uniform was looking out of the window. Go to

uneasily /ʌnˈiːzəli/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inquietamente; sem à vontade

Simple English: In a worried way that is not comfortable.

Example: She moved uneasily in her chair.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. At length he fell into that state of partial unconsciousness, in which the mind wanders uneasily from scene to scene, and from place to place, without the control of reason, but still without being able to divest itself of an indescribable sense of present suffering. Go to

unhappily /ʌnˈhæpɪli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: infelizmente; de modo desastrado

Simple English: In a sad or unfortunate way.

Example: Unhappily, they had run out of food.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle unhappily agrees. Go to

uniform's /ˈjuːnɪfɔːrmz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: do uniforme

Simple English: belonging to or concerning a uniform

Example: Winkle accepted the challenge to defend the uniform's honour.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. To defend the uniform's honour, Winkle accepted the challenge without asking questions. Go to

unmarried /ʌnˈmærid/ (17 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: solteiro; não casado

Simple English: Not married.

Example: Two of the three sisters were still unmarried.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man greeted Snodgrass and Winkle, then introduced his daughters, his unmarried sister Rachael Wardle, and joked about her age. Go to

2. The unmarried aunt jealously whispered to Wardle that Emily was flirting with the strange gentleman. Go to

3. Isabella played with Mr. Trundle, Emily with Snodgrass, and Tupman flirted with the unmarried aunt. Go to

4. Everyone gathered closer, especially Tupman and the unmarried aunt. Go to

5. The unmarried aunt playfully asked what it was time for. Go to

unnatural /ʌnˈnætʃərəl/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: antinatural; artificial; desumano

Simple English: Not normal, or not the way nature usually works.

Example: The room was filled with an unnatural silence.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. As he stared at Edmunds, his dull eyes filled with unnatural fear. Go to

Original English Version

1. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. Go to

2. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Go to

3. People who passed the spot in the evening--sometimes at a late hour of the night--reported that they had heard the moans and sobs of a woman in distress, and the sound of blows; and more than once, when it was past midnight, the boy knocked softly at the door of a neighbour's house, whither he had been sent, to escape the drunken fury of his unnatural father. Go to

4. He was staring hard at the stranger, and though his eyes were lustreless and heavy at first, they appeared to glow with an unnatural and alarmed expression after they had been fixed upon him for a short time, until they seemed to be starting from their sockets. Go to

unnaturally /ʌnˈnætʃərəli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de modo antinatural; forçadamente

Simple English: In a way that is not normal or not comfortable.

Example: The child sat unnaturally still during the whole visit.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. His eyes were almost unnaturally bright and piercing; his cheek-bones were high and prominent; and his jaws were so long and lank, that an observer would have supposed that he was drawing the flesh of his face in, for a moment, by some contraction of the muscles, if his half-opened mouth and immovable expression had not announced that it was his ordinary appearance. Go to

2. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Go to

unpacked /ʌnˈpækt/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: desembalou

Simple English: Took things out of a bag or a box.

Example: He unpacked the food as soon as they landed.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He climbed down and unpacked the basket much faster than anyone expected. Go to

2. His eyes shone greedily as he unpacked the basket. Go to

Original English Version

1. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Go to

unquestionably /ʌnˈkwɛstʃənəbli/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: inquestionavelmente

Simple English: in a way that leaves no room for doubt

Example: The letters were described as unquestionably genuine.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. We have no official statement of the facts which the reader will find recorded in the next chapter, but they have been carefully collated from letters and other MS. authorities, so unquestionably genuine as to justify their narration in a connected form. Go to

unselfish /ʌnˈselfɪʃ/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: altruísta; desprendido

Simple English: Thinking of other people before yourself.

Example: It was an unselfish decision that cost him a lot.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman warmly thanked his supposed friend for his unselfish help and apologized for ever suspecting that Jingle might become his rival. Go to

unskilled /ʌnˈskɪld/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: inexperiente; sem prática

Simple English: Not trained and not good at something.

Example: He called himself an unskilled beginner.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Pickwick said he enjoyed safe sports where unskilled people could not harm anyone. Go to

unsteadily /ʌnˈstɛdəli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vacilantemente; sem firmeza

Simple English: In a shaky way that is not firm.

Example: He rose unsteadily from the low chair.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man became deathly pale, shook, and stood unsteadily. Go to

unsteady /ʌnˈstɛdi/ (5 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: trêmulo; vacilante

Simple English: Not firm, or not regular in movement.

Example: The ladder felt unsteady, so I asked him to hold it.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The editors regret that Snodgrass's notes are almost impossible to read because wine and excitement made his hand unsteady. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. Go to

unwillingly /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋli/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de má vontade; a contragosto

Simple English: Doing something without wanting to.

Example: He unwillingly agreed to share the room.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Joe sighed and unwillingly handed it over. Go to

Original English Version

1. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master. Go to

unworthy /ʌnˈwɜːrði/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: indignas; sem valor

Simple English: Not deserving respect or a good thing.

Example: He felt unworthy of such kindness.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Jingle claimed he suffered because Rachael loved an unworthy man who desired her niece. Go to

urgently /ˈɜːrdʒəntli/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: urgentemente; com urgência

Simple English: In a way that requires immediate attention or action.

Example: She urgently called for everyone to leave.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle says they still have time and urgently asks to see the room. Go to

2. Pickwick urgently asked where Tupman had gone. Go to

vagabond /ˈvæɡəbɑːnd/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vagabundo; vadio

Simple English: A person who wanders without a settled home or regular work.

Example: The vagabond slept beneath an abandoned shed.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. And you,' continued Mr. Wardle, turning abruptly round to his sister--'you, Rachael, at a time of life when you ought to know better, what do you mean by running away with a vagabond, disgracing your family, and making yourself miserable? Go to

veal /vil/ (13 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vitela; carne de vitela

Simple English: the meat of a young cow

Example: Smallweed orders veal, ham, green beans and stuffing.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle quickly called for tongue, pigeon pie, veal, ham, lobsters, salad, and dressing. Go to

2. Joe answered because he was awake this time, after secretly taking a small veal pie. Go to

Original English Version

1. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number. Go to

2. 'Yes, Sir.' (He wasn't asleep this time, having just succeeded in abstracting a veal patty.) Go to

victory /ˈvɪktəri/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vitória; triunfo

Simple English: Success achieved in war, competition, or other contest.

Example: The victory in the final race brought joy to the entire team.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The stranger claims thousands of victories. Go to

2. Doctor Slammer hates seeing him celebrate his victory. Go to

3. Tired fielders could not stop Dumkins and Podder, who gave their team 54 runs and an easy victory over Dingley Dell. Go to

virtues /ˈvɜrtʃuz/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: virtudes; boas qualidades

Simple English: good qualities in a person's character or behaviour

Example: His virtues and services could not sustain him.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. 'Leave him alone,' said the green-coated stranger; 'brandy-and-water-- jolly old gentleman--lots of pluck--swallow this--ah!--capital stuff.' Having previously tested the virtues of a bumper, which had been mixed by the dismal man, the stranger applied the glass to Mr. Pickwick's mouth; and the remainder of its contents rapidly disappeared. Go to

2. Her sorrows were known to man; her virtues to God. Go to

wagons /ˈwæɡənz/ (7 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: carroças; carros de carga

Simple English: Large carts pulled by animals to carry goods.

Example: Ten wagons of grain came into the town.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Now they were mainly stops for country wagons. Go to

2. Large loaded wagons stood under a high roof, and another waited in the open. Go to

Original English Version

1. There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. Go to

2. Three or four lumbering wagons, each with a pile of goods beneath its ample canopy, about the height of the second-floor window of an ordinary house, were stowed away beneath a lofty roof which extended over one end of the yard; and another, which was probably to commence its journey that morning, was drawn out into the open space. Go to

waistcoat /ˈwɛskət/ (60 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: colete

Simple English: A short jacket without sleeves worn over a shirt.

Example: He wore a blue waistcoat to the wedding.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Go to

2. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Go to

3. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

4. Round his neck he wore a green shawl, with the large ends straggling over his chest, and making their appearance occasionally beneath the worn button-holes of his old waistcoat. Go to

5. Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. Go to

6. 'Hold up!' said the stout old Mr. Wardle, as Mr. Pickwick dived head foremost into his capacious waistcoat. Go to

waiter's /ˈweɪtərz/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: do garçom

Simple English: belonging to the man who serves food in a restaurant

Example: He pounded the table to get the waiter's attention.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers. Go to

waiters /ˈweɪtərz/ (21 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: garçons

Simple English: men whose job is serving food and drink to customers

Example: Do you remember the cooks' and waiters' strike?

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Three waiters hurry around, food disappears, and Jingle creates as much activity as six ordinary men. Go to

Original English Version

1. An old woman and a couple of waiters were cleaning the coffee-room, and an officer in undress uniform was looking out of the window. Go to

2. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Go to

3. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on. Go to

4. The boys applied whip and spur, the waiters shouted, the hostlers cheered, and away they went, fast and furiously. Go to

wandered /ˈwɑːndərd/ (14 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: vagou; perambulou

Simple English: Walked around slowly with no clear plan.

Example: We wandered through the market all morning.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. He looked to the right, but he saw nobody; his eyes wandered to the left, and pierced the prospect; he stared into the sky, but he wasn't wanted there; and then he did what a common mind would have done at once--looked into the garden, and there saw Mr. Wardle. Go to

wardle /ˈwɔːrdəl/ (633 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Wardle

Simple English: the surname of a hospitable country gentleman and his family

Example: Mr Wardle introduced his daughters and his sister Rachael.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The old man greeted Snodgrass and Winkle, then introduced his daughters, his unmarried sister Rachael Wardle, and joked about her age. Go to

2. Miss Wardle gave her brother a protesting smile. Go to

3. After the battle show ended, Mr. Wardle told someone to pinch the sleeping Joe's leg and ordered the boy to open the food basket. Go to

4. Mr. Wardle then passed the food inside from Joe. Go to

5. Wardle asked Joe for knives and forks, and everyone received them. Go to

6. Wardle then asked for plates, which were passed around in the same way. Go to

Original English Version

1. My daughters, gentlemen--my gals these are; and that's my sister, Miss Rachael Wardle. Go to

2. 'Lor, brother!' said Miss Wardle, with a deprecating smile. Go to

3. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Go to

4. 'Now make haste,' said Mr. Wardle; for the fat boy was hanging fondly over a capon, which he seemed wholly unable to part with. Go to

5. Take care of that veal and ham--mind the lobsters--take the salad out of the cloth--give me the dressing.' Such were the hurried orders which issued from the lips of Mr. Wardle, as he handed in the different articles described, and placed dishes in everybody's hands, and on everybody's knees, in endless number. Go to

6. 'How dear Emily is flirting with the strange gentleman,' whispered the spinster aunt, with true spinster-aunt-like envy, to her brother, Mr. Wardle. Go to

wardle's /ˈwɔːrdəlz/ (41 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Wardle

Simple English: belonging to or associated with Mr Wardle

Example: Wardle's sister became extremely nervous during the disturbance.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Wardle's very old mother sits in the place of honor near the fire. Go to

2. Wardle's jokes kept everyone laughing, even people who first looked annoyed. Go to

3. The stranger warmly seized Wardle's hand as if they had been close friends for years. Go to

4. The first carriage's horses run at full speed, and Wardle's horses race furiously behind. Go to

Original English Version

1. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Go to

2. 'Perhaps one of the gentlemen would like to ride, sir?' suggested the waiter, looking towards Mr. Winkle; 'very good saddle-horses, sir--any of Mr. Wardle's men coming to Rochester, bring 'em back, Sir.' Go to

3. A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. Go to

4. 'Friend of yours!--My dear sir, how are you?--Friend of my friend's-- give me your hand, sir'--and the stranger grasped Mr. Wardle's hand with all the fervour of a close intimacy of many years, and then stepped back a pace or two as if to take a full survey of his face and figure, and then shook hands with him again, if possible, more warmly than before. Go to

5. 'So shall I,' said Mr. Alfred Jingle, drawing one arm through Mr. Pickwick's, and another through Mr. Wardle's, as he whispered confidentially in the ear of the former gentleman:-- Go to

6. The horses in the first chaise started on at their utmost speed; and those in Mr. Wardle's galloped furiously behind them. Go to

warmed /wɔːrmd/ (4 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: aqueceu

Simple English: Made someone or something less cold.

Example: The fire warmed her and made her feel less lonely.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. When the warmed horses run smoothly, the speed excites Pickwick and he begins talking. Go to

Original English Version

1. When they had gone over that much ground, however, and the horses getting thoroughly warmed began to do their work in really good style, Mr. Pickwick became too much exhilarated with the rapidity of the motion, to remain any longer perfectly mute. Go to

warmly /ˈwɔːrmli/ (76 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: calorosamente; com cordialidade

Simple English: In a friendly, kind way.

Example: Come along, said the Scarecrow warmly.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The members fully approved it and warmly thanked him. Go to

2. Tupman wants the ball more and more, Pickwick becomes warmly cheerful, and Winkle and Snodgrass fall asleep. Go to

3. The Clubber daughters warmly greet Miss Bulder, and their mothers greet each other with great affection. Go to

4. Snodgrass warmly takes his hand and promises to help. Go to

5. Snodgrass warmly takes his hand and promises he would never do such a thing. Go to

6. He welcomes them warmly and asks what happened. Go to

Original English Version

1. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Go to

2. Mr. Snodgrass seized his friend's hand warmly, as he enthusiastically replied, 'Not for worlds!' Go to

3. 'Friend of yours!--My dear sir, how are you?--Friend of my friend's-- give me your hand, sir'--and the stranger grasped Mr. Wardle's hand with all the fervour of a close intimacy of many years, and then stepped back a pace or two as if to take a full survey of his face and figure, and then shook hands with him again, if possible, more warmly than before. Go to

weakly /ˈwiːkli/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: debilmente; sem convicção

Simple English: In a way that shows very little strength.

Example: The sick man smiled weakly at his friend.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman weakly says yes while staring at Pickwick. Go to

2. Winkle weakly says everything is ready. Go to

3. Rachael weakly says she does not want to leave, then becomes ill again. Go to

weller /ˈwɛlər/ (1345 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Weller

Simple English: the surname of a famous comic character, Sam Weller

Example: President and ladies--I beg pardon, gentlemen--let me introduce myself as Sam Weller, the club's very humble servant."

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. "What's your name, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Tony Weller," says my father.--"Parish?" says the lawyer. Go to

2. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced. Go to

wellingtons /ˈwɛlɪŋtənz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: botas Wellington

Simple English: high waterproof boots named after the Duke of Wellington

Example: Sam said the Wellingtons had gone to Doctors' Commons.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Sam quietly says the Wellingtons have gone to Doctors' Commons. Go to

wept /wɛpt/ (12 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: chorou; derramou lágrimas

Simple English: Cried, with tears falling.

Example: She wept when the letter arrived.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Unable to escape the prison, he shook the iron gate, struck the walls, and wept like a child. Go to

Original English Version

1. He rushed to the gate, and grasping the iron rails with the energy of desperation, shook it till it rang again, and threw himself against the thick wall as if to force a passage through the stone; but the strong building mocked his feeble efforts, and he beat his hands together and wept like a child. Go to

wheeled /wiːld/ (15 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: fez meia-volta

Simple English: Turned round quickly.

Example: He wheeled his horse and rode off.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The waiter suggests a four-wheeled carriage, then realizes it holds only three people including the driver. Go to

Original English Version

1. He tore off with the four- wheeled chaise behind him, and Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the four- wheeled chaise. Go to

2. Mr. Tupman threw himself into the hedge, Mr. Snodgrass followed his example, the horse dashed the four--wheeled chaise against a wooden bridge, separated the wheels from the body, and the bin from the perch; and finally stood stock still to gaze upon the ruin he had made. Go to

3. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. Go to

whips /wɪps/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: chicotes; açoita; bate energicamente

Simple English: Long thin pieces of leather used for hitting; also to hit with one.

Example: The museum has a case of old carriage whips.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The drivers use whips and spurs while everyone cheers, and the carriage races away. Go to

Original English Version

1. The walls were decorated with several hunting-whips, two or three bridles, a saddle, and an old rusty blunderbuss, with an inscription below it, intimating that it was 'Loaded'--as it had been, on the same authority, for half a century at least. Go to

whispered /ˈwɪspərd/ (102 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sussurraram; cochicharam

Simple English: Spoke very quietly, so that few people could hear.

Example: They stopped and whispered among themselves.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The unmarried aunt jealously whispered to Wardle that Emily was flirting with the strange gentleman. Go to

2. Isabella whispered that their aunt wanted the older gentleman for herself. Go to

3. Rachael whispered that Tupman thought Emily's bold behavior was worse than Isabella's bad posture. Go to

4. Emily whispered to Isabella that their aunt was certainly speaking badly about them because she looked so cruel. Go to

5. Snodgrass whispered poetry to Emily, making others joke about marriage. Go to

6. Leaning on her arm, he whispered her name, kissed her hand, and fell onto the sofa. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'No names at all;' and then he whispered Mr. Tupman, 'names won't do-- not known--very good names in their way, but not great ones--capital names for a small party, but won't make an impression in public assemblies--incog. the thing--gentlemen from London--distinguished foreigners--anything.' The door was thrown open, and Mr. Tracy Tupman and the stranger entered the ballroom. Go to

2. 'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. Go to

3. "Drive her away; I can't bear her near me." He stared wildly at her, with a look of deadly apprehension, and then whispered in my ear, "I beat her, Jem; I beat her yesterday, and many times before. Go to

4. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton. Go to

5. 'How dear Emily is flirting with the strange gentleman,' whispered the spinster aunt, with true spinster-aunt-like envy, to her brother, Mr. Wardle. Go to

6. 'Aunt and the little old gentleman want to have it all to themselves, I think,' whispered Miss Isabella Wardle to her sister Emily. Go to

whispering /ˈwɪspərɪŋ/ (19 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: sussurrando

Simple English: Speaking very softly so that few can hear.

Example: The two girls were whispering at the back.

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1. Tupman sat beside Emily, smiling and whispering to her, while giving no attention at all to Rachael. Go to

Original English Version

1. Mr. Tracy Tupman was established at Emily's side, ogling, whispering, and smiling, in opposition to Mr. Snodgrass. Go to

whist /wɪst/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: uíste (jogo de cartas antigo)

Simple English: an old card game for four players, similar to bridge

Example: His only pastimes were the newspapers and playing whist.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Without needing more orders, the sleepy boy prepared two tables: one for Pope Joan and one for whist. Go to

2. Pickwick, the old woman, Miller, and the fat gentleman played whist, while everyone else joined the other game. Go to

3. The whist players treated their game with great seriousness. Go to

Original English Version

1. Two card-tables were made up in the adjoining card-room, and two pair of old ladies, and a corresponding number of stout gentlemen, were executing whist therein. Go to

2. The doctor took snuff with everybody, chatted with everybody, laughed, danced, made jokes, played whist, did everything, and was everywhere. Go to

3. The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. Go to

4. The whist-players were Mr. Pickwick and the old lady, Mr. Miller and the fat gentleman. Go to

5. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Go to

6. So was the old lady, for she had been winning at whist. Go to

whistled /ˈwɪsəld/ (8 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assobiou

Simple English: Made a high sound by blowing through the lips.

Example: The farmer whistled and the dog came running.

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1. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Go to

2. 'Good-morning;' and the officer whistled a lively air as he strode away. Go to

whistling /ˈwɪslɪŋ/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: assobio; silvo

Simple English: A high sound made by air moving quickly.

Example: A sharp whistling came through the air.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The officer returns the greeting and walks away while whistling cheerfully. Go to

Original English Version

1. The evening grew more dull every moment, and a melancholy wind sounded through the deserted fields, like a distant giant whistling for his house-dog. Go to

whitehall /ˈwaɪthɔːl/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Whitehall

Simple English: a street and area in London where government offices are

Example: Go from Corlears Hook to Coenties Slip, then by Whitehall to the north.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. He tells a ridiculous story about a tall mother losing her head there while still holding a sandwich, then jokes about another famous head lost at Whitehall. Go to

Original English Version

1. Looking at Whitehall, sir?--fine place--little window--somebody else's head off there, eh, sir?--he didn't keep a sharp look-out enough either- -eh, Sir, eh?' Go to

widely /ˈwaɪdli/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: amplamente; extensamente; largamente

Simple English: To a great extent; covering or affecting many areas or people.

Example: This technology is widely used across various industries around the world.

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1. The man smiles widely, says he is certain they did, enters the house, and slams the door. Go to

widow's /ˈwɪdoʊz/ (10 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: da viúva

Simple English: belonging to a woman whose husband has died

Example: Rosa is a village widow's daughter.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. The unknown young stranger has taken the widow's attention. Go to

widowed /ˈwɪdoʊd/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: viúvo; viúva; que enviuvou

Simple English: Having lost a husband or a wife by death.

Example: Her widowed aunt came to live with them.

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1. His widowed father Tony once went there to collect four hundred pounds. Go to

widower /ˈwɪdoʊər/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: viúvo

Simple English: a man whose wife has died

Example: He was a widower when he came, and he stayed that way.

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1. A widower he wos, and fat enough for anything--uncommon fat, to be sure. Go to

wilmot /ˈwɪlmət/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Wilmot

Simple English: the surname of Ensign Wilmot Snipe

Example: The stranger identified the supposed boy as Ensign Wilmot Snipe.

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1. The stranger warns that this is not a little boy but Ensign Wilmot Snipe of an important family. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.' Go to

2. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company. Go to

windmills /ˈwɪndˌmɪlz/ (1 occurrence in the simplified text)

Português: moinhos de vento

Simple English: tall machines with long arms that the wind turns

Example: We reached country roads with windmills, farms, and fields.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Fields, pastures, windmills, and churches stretched beside the Medway River, while fishing boats moved slowly across the shining water. Go to

winking /ˈwɪŋkɪŋ/ (18 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: cintilantes; que piscam

Simple English: Closing and opening one eye quickly as a sign.

Example: He kept winking at the other man.

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Original English Version

1. He was a little high-dried man, with a dark squeezed-up face, and small, restless, black eyes, that kept winking and twinkling on each side of his little inquisitive nose, as if they were playing a perpetual game of peep-bo with that feature. Go to

winkle /ˈwɪŋkəl/ (1227 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: Winkle

Simple English: the surname given to a character playing a role, Nathaniel Winkle

Example: Amy was Nathaniel Winkle.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. It appointed Samuel Pickwick, Tracy Tupman, Augustus Snodgrass, and Nathaniel Winkle as members. Go to

2. Beside him sat his three companions: the older but still romantic Tracy Tupman, the poetic Augustus Snodgrass in a blue cloak, and Nathaniel Winkle, who dressed like an enthusiastic sportsman. Go to

3. Snodgrass wanted fame as a poet, Tupman wanted success in love, and Winkle wanted fame in sports. Go to

4. They reach the Golden Cross, where Tupman, Snodgrass, and Winkle eagerly welcome their famous leader. Go to

5. Winkle suggests he is drunk. Go to

6. He throws down his hat and quickly hits Pickwick, Snodgrass, Tupman, and Winkle several times within seconds. Go to

Original English Version

1. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Go to

2. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Go to

3. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. Go to

4. Mr. Tupman, Mr. Snodgrass, and Mr. Winkle, who had been anxiously waiting the arrival of their illustrious leader, crowded to welcome him. Go to

5. 'Or drunk,' said Mr. Winkle. Go to

6. Sportsman, sir?' abruptly turning to Mr. Winkle. Go to

winkle's /ˈwɪŋkəlz/ (106 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: de Winkle

Simple English: belonging to or involving Nathaniel Winkle

Example: The action swept across Winkle's body within a few seconds.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Tupman says his own clothes are too large, but Winkle's suit may fit the stranger. Go to

2. Fifteen minutes later, the stranger is wearing Winkle's complete suit. Go to

3. After adjusting Winkle's clothes, he goes upstairs to the ballroom with Tupman. Go to

4. The stranger and Tupman go upstairs to return Winkle's borrowed clothes. Go to

5. He directs the servant to Mr. Winkle's room. Go to

6. An army officer sends the cleaners away, carefully closes the door, and confirms Winkle's identity. Go to

Original English Version

1. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Go to

2. 'I was about to observe, Sir,' he said, 'that though my apparel would be too large, a suit of my friend Mr. Winkle's would, perhaps, fit you better.' Go to

3. The stranger took Mr. Winkle's measure with his eye, and that feature glistened with satisfaction as he said, 'Just the thing.' Go to

4. 'Winkle's bedroom is inside mine,' said Mr. Tupman; 'I couldn't make him understand what I wanted, if I woke him now, but I know he has a dress- suit in a carpet bag; and supposing you wore it to the ball, and took it off when we returned, I could replace it without troubling him at all about the matter.' Go to

5. In another quarter of an hour the stranger was completely arrayed in a full suit of Mr. Nathaniel Winkle's. Go to

6. Mr. Winkle's astonishment was too real, and too evident, to escape the observation of Doctor Slammer's friend; he therefore proceeded-- Go to

winks /wɪŋks/ (22 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: pisca o olho; pestaneja

Simple English: shuts and opens one eye quickly as a sign or from strain

Example: Mr. Smallweed winks upon her.

Use in this Book:

Original English Version

1. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Go to

winnings /ˈwɪnɪŋz/ (2 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ganhos

Simple English: money or counters won in a game

Example: The old ladies watched their winnings sharply while Wardle managed the table.

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1. Old Mr. Wardle was in the very height of his jollity; and he was so funny in his management of the board, and the old ladies were so sharp after their winnings, that the whole table was in a perpetual roar of merriment and laughter. Go to

workhouse /ˈwɜrkˌhaʊs/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: asilo de pobres; casa de trabalho

Simple English: an old public house where very poor people lived and worked

Example: Guster is a poor, thin young woman from a workhouse.

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Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His body was bent, his face yellow and wrinkled, and his clothes showed that he lived in the workhouse. Go to

Original English Version

1. His dress denoted him an inmate of the workhouse: he had the appearance of being very old, but it looked more the effect of dissipation or disease, than the length of years. Go to

wound /wuːnd/ (6 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: ferida; ferir; machucado

Simple English: To cause physical injury or harm to someone.

Example: He was wounded during the fight and needed medical attention.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. Snodgrass says it is safe and advises Winkle to remain steady and wound his opponent. Go to

2. The doctor examined and treated Tupman's minor wound. Go to

wrinkled /ˈrɪŋkəld/ (3 occurrences in the simplified text)

Português: enrugado

Simple English: Covered with small lines and folds.

Example: Behind the screen stood a little man with a wrinkled face.

Use in this Book:

Simplified (B1) English Version

1. His body was bent, his face yellow and wrinkled, and his clothes showed that he lived in the workhouse. Go to

Original English Version

1. His body was much bent, and his face was wrinkled and yellow. Go to

Original Text: Rare Words (1/10)

Compact help for additional rare words found only in the original text. Each entry gives the spelling, pronunciation, common Portuguese meanings and one exact return to the source paragraph.

aback /əˈbæk/ — surpreso; desconcertado. 'I--I do a little in that way,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, rather taken aback by the abruptness of the question. Return to Original English Version

abbreviate /əˈbriːvieɪt/ — abreviar; encurtar. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. Return to Original English Version

abiding /ˈlɔː əˌbaɪdɪŋ/ — cumpridor da lei; respeitador da lei. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue. Return to Original English Version

abject /ˈæbdʒekt/ — miserável; degradante; extremo. I could say nothing in reply; for who could offer hope, or consolation, to the abject being before me? Return to Original English Version

ablest /ˈeɪbləst/ — mais capaz; mais competente. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. Return to Original English Version

ablutions /əˈbluːʃənz/ — lavagens; higiene pessoal. Mr. Snodgrass, having concluded his ablutions, took a survey of the room, while standing with his back to the fire, sipping his cherry brandy with heartfelt satisfaction. Return to Original English Version

abolishing /əˈbɑːlɪʃɪŋ/ — abolindo; eliminando. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

abridged /əˈbrɪdʒd/ — abreviado; resumido. His general description is easily abridged. Return to Original English Version

abruptness /əˈbrʌptnəs/ — brusquidão; caráter repentino. 'I--I do a little in that way,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, rather taken aback by the abruptness of the question. Return to Original English Version

abstracted /æbˈstræktɪd/ — distraído; absorto. Mr. Tupman again expressed an earnest wish to be present at the festivity; but meeting with no response in the darkened eye of Mr. Snodgrass, or the abstracted gaze of Mr. Pickwick, he applied himself with great interest to the port wine and dessert, which had just been placed on the table. Return to Original English Version

abstracting /æbˈstræktɪŋ/ — furtando; retirando às escondidas. 'Yes, Sir.' (He wasn't asleep this time, having just succeeded in abstracting a veal patty.) Return to Original English Version

abstraction /æbˈstrækʃən/ — retirada; abstração; alheamento. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. Return to Original English Version

absurdity /əbˈsɜːrdəti/ — absurdo. He was dressed for the pantomimes in all the absurdity of a clown's costume. Return to Original English Version

accommodating /əˈkɑːmədeɪtɪŋ/ — prestativo; adaptando; acomodando. 'Now, sir,' said the little man, as he carefully closed the door, 'is there no way of accommodating this matter--step this way, sir, for a moment--into this window, Sir, where we can be alone--there, sir, there, pray sit down, sir. Return to Original English Version

accompaniments /əˈkʌmpənimənts/ — acompanhamentos musicais. The state of the case having been formally explained to Mr. Snodgrass, and a case of satisfactory pistols, with the satisfactory accompaniments of powder, ball, and caps, having been hired from a manufacturer in Rochester, the two friends returned to their inn; Mr. Winkle to ruminate on the approaching struggle, and Mr. Snodgrass to arrange the weapons of war, and put them into proper order for immediate use. Return to Original English Version

accrue /əˈkruː/ — advir; resultar. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

ached /eɪkt/ — doeu; doeram; latejou. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Return to Original English Version

aching /ˈeɪkɪŋ/ — dolorido; doendo. His laughter was forced--his merriment feigned; and when at last he laid his aching temples between the sheets, he thought, with horrid delight, on the satisfaction it would afford him to have Jingle's head at that moment between the feather bed and the mattress. Return to Original English Version

acquiescence /ˌækwiˈesəns/ — aquiescência; consentimento. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Return to Original English Version

actuated /ˈæktʃueɪtɪd/ — movido; motivado; impelido. By whatever motives the animal was actuated, certain it is that Mr. Winkle had no sooner touched the reins, than he slipped them over his head, and darted backwards to their full length. Return to Original English Version

acuteness /əˈkjuːtnəs/ — agudeza; apuro (dos sentidos). Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Return to Original English Version

adhering /ədˈhɪrɪŋ/ — mantendo-se fiel; apegando-se. At the expiration of the term, steadily adhering to his old resolution and the pledge he gave his mother, he made his way back to England amidst innumerable difficulties, and returned, on foot, to his native place. Return to Original English Version

adjourn /əˈdʒɜːrn/ — encerrar; suspender; retirar-se. 'I think we may adjourn,' said Lieutenant Tappleton. Return to Original English Version

adjured /əˈdʒʊrd/ — exortou; instou solenemente. Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could. Return to Original English Version

admonition /ˌædməˈnɪʃən/ — advertência; admoestação. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

admonitions /ˌædməˈnɪʃənz/ — advertências; admoestações. And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey. Return to Original English Version

admonitory /ədˈmɑːnətɔːri/ — admoestador; de advertência. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Return to Original English Version

adorned /əˈdɔːrnd/ — adornado; enfeitado. The green coat had been a smart dress garment in the days of swallow-tails, but had evidently in those times adorned a much shorter man than the stranger, for the soiled and faded sleeves scarcely reached to his wrists. Return to Original English Version

adversary /ˈædvərseri/ — adversário; oponente. Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said-- Return to Original English Version

adverted /ədˈvɜːrtɪd/ — mencionou; referiu-se. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

adwice /ədˈwaɪs/ — conselho. 'You're one o' the adwice gratis order,' thought Sam, 'or you wouldn't be so wery fond o' me all at once.' But he only said--'Well, Sir.' Return to Original English Version

afeerd /əˈfɪərd/ — com medo. 'No,' replied the woman, after a little consideration, 'I'm afeerd on it.' Return to Original English Version

affections /əˈfekʃənz/ — afetos; sentimentos amorosos. 'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Return to Original English Version

affidavit /ˌæfɪˈdeɪvɪt/ — declaração juramentada; afidávit. "Pray take a seat, vile I makes out the affidavit, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Thank'ee, Sir," says my father, and down he sat, and stared with all his eyes, and his mouth vide open, at the names on the boxes. Return to Original English Version

affirm /əˈfɜːrm/ — afirmar; assegurar. 'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. Return to Original English Version

afforded /əˈfɔːrdɪd/ — proporcionou; ofereceu. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. Return to Original English Version

affords /əˈfɔːrdz/ — proporciona; oferece. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

affray /əˈfreɪ/ — briga; confronto violento. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

affrighted /əˈfraɪtɪd/ — assustado; amedrontado. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone-- Return to Original English Version

affront /əˈfrʌnt/ — afronta; insulto. 'Then, that,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'is an affront to Doctor Slammer, and a sufficient reason for proceeding immediately.' Return to Original English Version

affronted /əˈfrʌntɪd/ — ofendido; insultado. 'Or possibly,' said the man with the camp-stool, 'the gentleman's second may feel himself affronted with some observations which fell from me at an early period of this meeting; if so, I shall be happy to give him satisfaction immediately.' Return to Original English Version

afoot /əˈfʊt/ — a pé; caminhando. Accordingly they were soon afoot, and walking in the direction of the scene of action, towards which crowds of people were already pouring from a variety of quarters. Return to Original English Version

aforesaid /əˈfɔːrˌsed/ — supracitado; anteriormente mencionado. 'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Return to Original English Version

afresh /əˈfrɛʃ/ — novamente; de novo. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Return to Original English Version

afternoons /ˌæftərˈnuːnz/ — tardes. The scene of that afternoon was repeated that evening, and on the three afternoons and evenings next ensuing. Return to Original English Version

aggerawatin /ˈæɡrəweɪtɪn/ — provocando. 'Yes, did he,' replied the first; 'and then arter aggerawatin' me to assault him, gets three witnesses here to prove it. Return to Original English Version

aggravated /ˈæɡrəveɪtɪd/ — agravado; especialmente grave. A robbery of a daring and aggravated nature occasioned a vigilance of pursuit, and a strictness of search, they had not calculated on. Return to Original English Version

aggrieved /əˈɡriːvd/ — ofendido; injustiçado. 'Unless,' interposed the man with the camp-stool, 'unless Mr. Winkle feels himself aggrieved by the challenge; in which case, I submit, he has a right to satisfaction.' Return to Original English Version

agility /əˈdʒɪləti/ — agilidade; destreza. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Return to Original English Version

agin /əˈɡɪn/ — contra; de novo (dialetal). 'I see her a-kissin' of him agin.' Return to Original English Version

agitate /ˈædʒɪteɪt/ — agitar; perturbar. 'Do not agitate yourself, I entreat you, dearest madam,' said Mr. Tupman soothingly. Return to Original English Version

agitated /ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd/ — agitado; perturbado. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

agitates /ˈædʒɪteɪts/ — agita; comove. There was the fat boy, perfectly motionless, with his large circular eyes staring into the arbour, but without the slightest expression on his face that the most expert physiognomist could have referred to astonishment, curiosity, or any other known passion that agitates the human breast. Return to Original English Version

agitation /ˌædʒɪˈteɪʃən/ — agitação; inquietação. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Return to Original English Version

agonised /ˈæɡənaɪzd/ — angustiado; atormentado. 'Bless my soul!' exclaimed the agonised Mr. Pickwick; 'there's the other horse running away!' Return to Original English Version

allude /əˈluːd/ — aludir; referir-se indiretamente. Did the honourable Pickwickian allude to him? (Cries of "Order," "Chair," "Yes," "No," "Go on," "Leave off," etc.) Return to Original English Version

alluded /əˈluːdɪd/ — aludiu; referiu-se indiretamente. He had alluded to the honourable gentleman. (Great excitement.) Return to Original English Version

allusion /əˈluːʒən/ — alusão; referência indireta. 'You have made an allusion to Mr. Tupman--explain it.' Return to Original English Version

alteration /ˌɔːltəˈreɪʃən/ — alteração; mudança. He had divested himself of his brown paper parcel, but had made no alteration in his attire, and was, if possible, more loquacious than ever. Return to Original English Version

amicably /ˈæmɪkəbli/ — amigavelmente; em harmonia. 'Do you remain long here?' inquired Doctor Slammer of Mr. Winkle, as they walked on most amicably together. Return to Original English Version

amicus /əˈmiːkəs/ — amigo, em latim. 'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Return to Original English Version

anchovy /ˈæntʃəvi/ — anchova. 'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.' Return to Original English Version

anecdote /ˈænɪkdoʊt/ — anedota; breve história. He was about to favour us with a little anecdote connected with it, when you entered.' Return to Original English Version

anecdotes /ˈænɪkdoʊts/ — anedotas; histórias curtas. 'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside). Return to Original English Version

anguish /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/ — angústia; sofrimento intenso. 'In the first transports of her mental anguish, the suffering mother threw herself on her knees at my feet, and fervently sought the Almighty Being who had hitherto supported her in all her troubles to release her from a world of woe and misery, and to spare the life of her only child. Return to Original English Version

anticipations /ænˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃənz/ — expectativas; previsões. There was no lingering among the old elm-trees now--no cheering anticipations of happiness yet in store. Return to Original English Version

antiquarian /ˌæntɪˈkweriən/ — estudioso de antiguidades; antiquário. 'What a study for an antiquarian!' were the very words which fell from Mr. Pickwick's mouth, as he applied his telescope to his eye. Return to Original English Version

antiquated /ˈæntɪkweɪtɪd/ — antiquado; muito antigo. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

antiquity /ænˈtɪkwəti/ — Antiguidade; tempos antigos. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Return to Original English Version

apparition /ˌæpəˈrɪʃən/ — aparição; espectro. 'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity. Return to Original English Version

applaud /əˈplɔːd/ — aplaudir. Say I applaud her wisdom and admire her discretion.' Return to Original English Version

apprehended /ˌæprɪˈhɛndɪd/ — preso; receado; previsto. He seized Mr. Winkle by the arm, and placing himself between that gentleman and Mr. Snodgrass, earnestly besought them to remember that beyond the possibility of being rendered deaf by the noise, there was no immediate danger to be apprehended from the firing. Return to Original English Version

apprehension /ˌæprɪˈhenʃən/ — apreensão; receio. "Drive her away; I can't bear her near me." He stared wildly at her, with a look of deadly apprehension, and then whispered in my ear, "I beat her, Jem; I beat her yesterday, and many times before. Return to Original English Version

apprehensions /ˌæprɪˈhɛnʃənz/ — receios; temores. Mr. Pickwick had felt some apprehensions in consequence of the unusual absence of his two friends, which their mysterious behaviour during the whole morning had by no means tended to diminish. Return to Original English Version

appropriated /əˈproʊprieɪtɪd/ — destinado; reservado. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

arbour /ˈɑːrbər/ — caramanchão; pérgola. The spinster aunt took up a large watering-pot which lay in one corner, and was about to leave the arbour. Return to Original English Version

arched /ɑːrtʃt/ — arqueado; em arco; abobadado. A short period of oblivion, and he was wandering through a tedious maze of low-arched rooms--so low, sometimes, that he must creep upon his hands and knees to make his way along; it was close and dark, and every way he turned, some obstacle impeded his progress. Return to Original English Version

archvay /ˈɑːtʃveɪ/ — arco. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. Return to Original English Version

archway /ˈɑːrtʃweɪ/ — arcada; passagem em arco. 'Heads, heads--take care of your heads!' cried the loquacious stranger, as they came out under the low archway, which in those days formed the entrance to the coach-yard. Return to Original English Version

ardent /ˈɑːrdənt/ — ardente; apaixonado; intenso. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

ardently /ˈɑːrdəntli/ — ardentemente; com fervor. 'Nothing, only add how ardently I long for the time when I may call her mine, and all dissimulation may be unnecessary.' Return to Original English Version

ardour /ˈɑːrdər/ — ardor; entusiasmo. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Return to Original English Version

argumentative /ˌɑːrɡjəˈmɛntətɪv/ — argumentativo; propenso a discutir. Really, my dear Sir, really;' and the little man took an argumentative pinch of snuff, and looked very profound. Return to Original English Version

arisen /əˈrɪzən/ — surgido; originado. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Return to Original English Version

aristocracy /ˌærɪˈstɒkrəsi/ — aristocracia. While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. Return to Original English Version

aristocratic /əˌrɪstəˈkrætɪk/ — aristocrático. The less aristocratic officers of the 97th devoted themselves to the families of the less important functionaries from the dockyard. Return to Original English Version

arn't /ɑːrnt/ — não é; não está. 'You--you are a nice rascal, arn't you?' exclaimed Wardle, breathless with passion. Return to Original English Version

aroused /əˈraʊzd/ — despertado; estimulado; exaltado. Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door. Return to Original English Version

arrands /ˈærəndz/ — recados. If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.' Return to Original English Version

arrayed /əˈreɪd/ — trajado; vestido. In another quarter of an hour the stranger was completely arrayed in a full suit of Mr. Nathaniel Winkle's. Return to Original English Version

arrivals /əˈraɪvəlz/ — recém-chegados; chegadas. 'Colonel Bulder, Mrs. Colonel Bulder, and Miss Bulder,' were the next arrivals. Return to Original English Version

arter /ˈɑːrtər/ — depois de; atrás de. 'Yes, did he,' replied the first; 'and then arter aggerawatin' me to assault him, gets three witnesses here to prove it. Return to Original English Version

arterwards /ˈɑːtəwədz/ — depois, mais tarde. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Return to Original English Version

artifices /ˈɑːrtɪfɪsɪz/ — artifícios; estratagemas. You do not know what it is, at one blow, to be deserted by a lovely and fascinating creature, and to fall a victim to the artifices of a villain, who had the grin of cunning beneath the mask of friendship. Return to Original English Version

ascended /əˈsɛndɪd/ — subiu; elevou-se. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom. Return to Original English Version

ascending /əˈsɛndɪŋ/ — subindo; ascendente. Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Return to Original English Version

ascertained /ˌæsərˈteɪnd/ — averiguado; verificado. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Return to Original English Version

ashy /ˈæʃi/ — acinzentado; pálido como cinza. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

askant /əˈskænt/ — de soslaio; enviesadamente. 'Forty-two,' replied the driver, eyeing him askant. Return to Original English Version

asperity /æˈspɛrəti/ — aspereza; rispidez. Whether the probability of escaping from the consequences of this ill- timed discovery was delightful to the spinster's feelings, or whether the hearing herself described as a 'lovely woman' softened the asperity of her grief, we know not. Return to Original English Version

assent /əˈsɛnt/ — assentimento; anuência. Mr. Winkle turned to Mr. Pickwick, and murmured a few words; a whisper passed from Mr. Pickwick to Mr. Snodgrass, from Mr. Snodgrass to Mr. Tupman, and nods of assent were exchanged. Return to Original English Version

assented /əˈsɛntɪd/ — concordou; assentiu. 'I think we may,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; who would have assented to any proposition, because he knew nothing about the matter. Return to Original English Version

assiduity /ˌæsɪˈdjuːəti/ — diligência; dedicação constante. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

assignable /əˈsaɪnəbəl/ — identificável; atribuível. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

astounding /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/ — espantoso; impressionante. Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Return to Original English Version

atrocity /əˈtrɑːsəti/ — atrocidade; ato abominável. 'Worse than that, Joe!' said the old lady, who had thought this the extreme limit of human atrocity. Return to Original English Version

attendants /əˈtendənts/ — assistentes; acompanhantes. Having ordered the attendants to retire, and closed the door very carefully, he said, 'Mr. Return to Original English Version

attentions /əˈtɛnʃənz/ — atenções; gentilezas; corte. The doctor's attentions were unheeded by the widow; and the doctor's indignation was wholly lost on his imperturbable rival. Return to Original English Version

attentively /əˈtɛntɪvli/ — atentamente; com atenção. You invited me to read that paper, the night before last, and listened attentively while I did so.' Return to Original English Version

attire /əˈtaɪər/ — traje; vestimenta. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Return to Original English Version

auctioneer's /ˌɔːkʃəˈnɪrz/ — do leiloeiro. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

audible /ˈɔːdəbəl/ — audível. His head was sunk upon his bosom, and perpetual snoring, with a partial choke occasionally, were the only audible indications of the great man's presence. Return to Original English Version

aught /ɔːt/ — algo; qualquer coisa (arcaico). Mr. Tupman no sooner heard this avowal, than he proceeded to do what his enthusiastic emotions prompted, and what, for aught we know (for we are but little acquainted with such matters), people so circumstanced always do. Return to Original English Version

aunts /ænts/ — tias. Mr. Jingle knew that young men, to spinster aunts, are as lighted gas to gunpowder, and he determined to essay the effect of an explosion without loss of time. Return to Original English Version

auricular /ɔːˈrɪkjələr/ — auricular; relativo à orelha. 'I'm sure ye did,' replied the red-headed man, with a grin which agitated his countenance from one auricular organ to the other. Return to Original English Version

authenticated /ɔːˈθɛntɪkeɪtɪd/ — autenticado; comprovado. 'That the Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club is therefore hereby constituted; and that Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., Tracy Tupman, Esq., M.P.C., Augustus Snodgrass, Esq., M.P.C., and Nathaniel Winkle, Esq., M.P.C., are hereby nominated and appointed members of the same; and that they be requested to forward, from time to time, authenticated accounts of their journeys and investigations, of their observations of character and manners, and of the whole of their adventures, together with all tales and papers to which local scenery or associations may give rise, to the Pickwick Club, stationed in London. Return to Original English Version

authorship /ˈɔːθəʃɪp/ — autoria; atividade de escrever. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

avarice /ˈævərɪs/ — avareza; ganância. 'Can I,' said Mr. Jingle, fixing his eyes on the aunt's face--'can I see--lovely creature--sacrificed at the shrine--heartless avarice!' He appeared to be struggling with various conflicting emotions for a few seconds, and then said in a low voice-- 'Tupman only wants your money.' Return to Original English Version

avert /əˈvɜːrt/ — evitar; impedir. 'Of course--she don't like it--but must be done--avert suspicion--afraid of her brother--says there's no help for it--only a few days more--when old folks blinded--crown your happiness.' Return to Original English Version

averted /əˈvɜːtɪd/ — desviado; voltado para outro lado. Neighbours were as kind as they were wont to be of old, but she shunned their greetings with averted head. Return to Original English Version

avow /əˈvaʊ/ — declarar abertamente; confessar. Acting in this spirit, and resolutely proceeding on our determination to avow our obligations to the authorities we have consulted, we frankly say, that to the note-book of Mr. Snodgrass are we indebted for the particulars recorded in this and the succeeding chapter--particulars which, now that we have disburdened our consciences, we shall proceed to detail without further comment. Return to Original English Version

avowal /əˈvaʊəl/ — declaração aberta; confissão. Mr. Tupman no sooner heard this avowal, than he proceeded to do what his enthusiastic emotions prompted, and what, for aught we know (for we are but little acquainted with such matters), people so circumstanced always do. Return to Original English Version

awakened /əˈweɪkənd/ — acordou; foi acordada; despertou. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Return to Original English Version

awakens /əˈweɪkənz/ — desperta; suscita; reaviva. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

awkwardness /ˈɔːkwərdnəs/ — desajeitamento; embaraço. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late. Return to Original English Version

awoke /əˈwoʊk/ — acordou; despertou. Mr. Winkle was asleep, and Mr. Tupman had had sufficient experience in such matters to know that the moment he awoke he would, in the ordinary course of nature, roll heavily to bed. Return to Original English Version

b'sides /bɪˈsaɪdz/ — além disso. My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. Return to Original English Version

babby /ˈbæbi/ — bebê. My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. Return to Original English Version

bade /beɪd/ — ordenou; pediu; despediu-se. 'The old man raised his eyes to the stranger's face, bade him "good- evening," and walked slowly on. Return to Original English Version

baffled /ˈbæfəld/ — confundiu; deixou perplexo; frustrou. The little man seemed rather baffled by these several repulses, and a short consultation took place between him and the two plump gentlemen. Return to Original English Version

balked /bɔːkt/ — impedido; frustrado. 'Snodgrass,' he said, stopping suddenly, 'do not let me be balked in this matter--do not give information to the local authorities--do not obtain the assistance of several peace officers, to take either me or Doctor Slammer, of the 97th Regiment, at present quartered in Chatham Barracks, into custody, and thus prevent this duel!--I say, do not.' Return to Original English Version

balmy /ˈbɑːmi/ — ameno; agradavelmente morno. Bright and pleasant was the sky, balmy the air, and beautiful the appearance of every object around, as Mr. Pickwick leaned over the balustrades of Rochester Bridge, contemplating nature, and waiting for breakfast. Return to Original English Version

balustrade /ˌbæləˈstreɪd/ — balaustrada. 'God bless me, no!' replied Mr. Pickwick, edging a little from the balustrade, as the possibility of the dismal man's tipping him over, by way of experiment, occurred to him rather forcibly. Return to Original English Version

balustrades /ˌbæləˈstreɪdz/ — balaustradas. Bright and pleasant was the sky, balmy the air, and beautiful the appearance of every object around, as Mr. Pickwick leaned over the balustrades of Rochester Bridge, contemplating nature, and waiting for breakfast. Return to Original English Version

banged /bæŋd/ — bateu com força; deu pancadas. Saying which he turned into the house and banged the door after him. Return to Original English Version

bankrupts /ˈbæŋkrʌpts/ — falidos; pessoas insolventes. 'Oh, wery well, Sir,' replied Sam, 'we shan't be bankrupts, and we shan't make our fort'ns. Return to Original English Version

barked /bɑːrkt/ — latiu. The military bands struck up altogether; the horses stood upon two legs each, cantered backwards, and whisked their tails about in all directions; the dogs barked, the mob screamed, the troops recovered, and nothing was to be seen on either side, as far as the eye could reach, but a long perspective of red coats and white trousers, fixed and motionless. Return to Original English Version

barouche /bəˈruːʃ/ — carruagem aberta de quatro rodas. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Return to Original English Version

barricades /ˈbærɪkeɪdz/ — barricadas. Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Return to Original English Version

bashfully /ˈbæʃfəli/ — timidamente; acanhadamente. 'Surely you did not hear them!' she said bashfully. Return to Original English Version

battered /ˈbætərd/ — amassado; surrado; maltratado. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Return to Original English Version

battlements /ˈbætəlmənts/ — ameias. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Return to Original English Version

bayonet /ˈbeɪənət/ — baioneta. The barmaid had positively refused to draw him any more liquor; in return for which he had (merely in playfulness) drawn his bayonet, and wounded the girl in the shoulder. Return to Original English Version

beaming /ˈbiːmɪŋ/ — radiante; sorridente. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Return to Original English Version

beckoned /ˈbekənd/ — acenou; chamou com um gesto. The spinster aunt appeared; she smiled, and beckoned them to walk quicker. Return to Original English Version

beckoning /ˈbɛkənɪŋ/ — acenando; chamando com um gesto. The officer evinced his consciousness of their presence by slightly beckoning with his hand; and the two friends followed him at a little distance, as he walked away. Return to Original English Version

bed's /bedz/ — da cama. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. Return to Original English Version

bedclothes /ˈbedkloʊz/ — roupa de cama. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion. Return to Original English Version

bedside /ˈbedsaɪd/ — cabeceira; beira do leito. 'A wretched-looking woman, the man's wife, met me on the stairs, and, telling me that he had just fallen into a kind of doze, led me softly in, and placed a chair for me at the bedside. Return to Original English Version

bedstead /ˈbɛdstɛd/ — armação de cama; catre. 'He was lying on an old bedstead, which turned up during the day. Return to Original English Version

befit /bɪˈfɪt/ — convir a; ser adequado a. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Return to Original English Version

beheaded /bɪˈhɛdɪd/ — decapitado. The founder of that family came into Kent when Julius Caesar invaded Britain;--only one member of it, since, who hasn't lived to eighty-five, and he was beheaded by one of the Henrys. Return to Original English Version

beheld /bɪˈhɛld/ — viu; contemplou. He had not been stationary half a minute, when he heard his own name eagerly pronounced by a voice, which he at once recognised as Mr. Tupman's, and, looking upwards, he beheld a sight which filled him with surprise and pleasure. Return to Original English Version

behindhand /bɪˈhaɪndhænd/ — atrasado; ficando para trás. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

belligerents /bəˈlɪdʒərənts/ — contendores. The seconds retired, the gentleman on the camp-stool did the same, and the belligerents approached each other. Return to Original English Version

bemoaned /bɪˈmoʊnd/ — lamentou; deplorou. He hid his face in his burning hands, and feebly bemoaned his own weakness, and the cruelty of his persecutors. Return to Original English Version

benevolence /bəˈnɛvələns/ — benevolência; bondade. Now general benevolence was one of the leading features of the Pickwickian theory, and no one was more remarkable for the zealous manner in which he observed so noble a principle than Mr. Tracy Tupman. Return to Original English Version

benevolent /bɪˈnɛvələnt/ — benevolente; bondoso. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. Return to Original English Version

benignantly /bɪˈnɪɡnəntli/ — benignamente; com bondade. He panted for breath, and looked benignantly round upon his friends. Return to Original English Version

besetting /bɪˈsɛtɪŋ/ — persistente; dominante. His besetting sin gained so fast upon him, however, that it was found impossible to employ him in the situations in which he really was useful to the theatre. Return to Original English Version

besieged /bɪˈsiːdʒd/ — sitiados; pessoas cercadas. 'Joe, Joe!' said the stout gentleman, when the citadel was taken, and the besiegers and besieged sat down to dinner. Return to Original English Version

besiegers /bɪˈsiːdʒərz/ — sitiantes; atacantes. The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array. Return to Original English Version

besmeared /bɪˈsmɪrd/ — lambuzado; coberto. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

besought /bɪˈsɔːt/ — suplicou; implorou. He seized Mr. Winkle by the arm, and placing himself between that gentleman and Mr. Snodgrass, earnestly besought them to remember that beyond the possibility of being rendered deaf by the noise, there was no immediate danger to be apprehended from the firing. Return to Original English Version

bespeak /bɪˈspiːk/ — denotar; solicitar; encomendar. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Return to Original English Version

bespoke /bɪˈspoʊk/ — denotava; indicava. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income. Return to Original English Version

bestow /bɪˈstoʊ/ — conceder; dar. Not a word, not a look, not a glance, did he bestow upon his heart's pride of the evening before. Return to Original English Version

bestowed /bɪˈstoʊd/ — concedeu; deu. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

bestowing /bɪˈstoʊɪŋ/ — concedendo; dirigindo. 'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside). Return to Original English Version

betimes /bɪˈtaɪmz/ — cedo; de manhã cedo. The indefatigable stranger rose betimes next morning, and, although his companions remained in bed overpowered with the dissipation of the previous night, exerted himself most successfully to promote the hilarity of the breakfast-table. Return to Original English Version

betokened /bɪˈtoʊkənd/ — indicava; sinalizava. The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours. Return to Original English Version

bewildered /bɪˈwɪldərd/ — confuso; desconcertado. The stranger was extremely jocose; and Mr. Tracy Tupman, being quite bewildered with wine, negus, lights, and ladies, thought the whole affair was an exquisite joke. Return to Original English Version

bewilderment /bɪˈwɪldərmənt/ — perplexidade; confusão. Rising rage and extreme bewilderment had swelled the noble breast of Mr. Pickwick, almost to the bursting of his waistcoat, during the delivery of the above defiance. Return to Original English Version

bewitching /bɪˈwɪtʃɪŋ/ — encantador; fascinante. 'Not worth while splitting a guinea,' said the stranger, 'toss who shall pay for both--I call; you spin--first time--woman--woman--bewitching woman,' and down came the sovereign with the dragon (called by courtesy a woman) uppermost. Return to Original English Version

biled /baɪld/ — cozido, fervido. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.' Return to Original English Version

blackguard /ˈblæɡɑːrd/ — canalha; patife. 'Pooh, pooh!--nothing more easy--blackguard boy--lovely woman--fat boy horsewhipped--you believed--end of the matter--all comfortable.' Return to Original English Version

blacking /ˈblækɪŋ/ — graxa preta. Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes. Return to Original English Version

blanc /blɒ̃ˈmɒ̃ʒ/ — manjar branco. The train of nods which the fat boy gave by way of assent, communicated a blanc-mange like motion to his fat cheeks. Return to Original English Version

blanch /blæntʃ/ — empalidecer. His lip might quiver, and his cheek might blanch, but no expression of fear or concern escaped the lips of that immortal man. Return to Original English Version

blandest /ˈblændɪst/ — mais afável; mais suave. 'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. Return to Original English Version

blazing /ˈbleɪzɪŋ/ — flamejante; ardente; em chamas. 'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Return to Original English Version

blending /ˈblendɪŋ/ — misturando-se. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

blinded /ˈblaɪndɪd/ — cegado; ofuscado. 'Of course--she don't like it--but must be done--avert suspicion--afraid of her brother--says there's no help for it--only a few days more--when old folks blinded--crown your happiness.' Return to Original English Version

bloated /ˈbloʊtɪd/ — inchado; estufado. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

bloodthirsty /ˈblʌdθɜːrsti/ — sanguinário; sedento de sangue. This sounded like a very bloodthirsty mode of showing one's gratitude; and as the old lady did not precisely understand the process by which such a result was to be attained, all her former horrors returned. Return to Original English Version

blooming /ˈbluːmɪŋ/ — florescente; viçoso; em flor. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. Return to Original English Version

blotted /ˈblɒtɪd/ — borrou; apagou. The Bible was kept as carefully as ever, the places were found and folded down as they used to be: but there was no one to read it with her; and the tears fell thick and fast upon the book, and blotted the words from her eyes. Return to Original English Version

blowed /bloʊd/ — soprou; expeliu. 'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter. Return to Original English Version

blubbering /ˈblʌbərɪŋ/ — choro ruidoso; choradeira. 'Don't let him!' screamed all the women, above whose exclamations the blubbering of the fat boy was distinctly audible. Return to Original English Version

blunderbuss /ˈblʌndərbʌs/ — trabuco. The walls were decorated with several hunting-whips, two or three bridles, a saddle, and an old rusty blunderbuss, with an inscription below it, intimating that it was 'Loaded'--as it had been, on the same authority, for half a century at least. Return to Original English Version

boasted /boʊstɪd/ — gabou-se. 'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. Return to Original English Version

boisterous /ˈbɔɪstərəs/ — barulhento; turbulento. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

boisterously /ˈbɔɪstərəsli/ — ruidosamente; de modo turbulento. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree. Return to Original English Version

bolaro /bəˈlɑːroʊ/ — Bolaro. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

bolting /ˈboʊltɪŋ/ — fugindo de repente; disparando. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

bondage /ˈbɑːndɪdʒ/ — escravidão; servidão; cativeiro. 'He felt that in the distant land of his bondage and infamy, he had thought of his native place as it was when he left it; and not as it would be when he returned. Return to Original English Version

bony /ˈboʊni/ — ossuda; magra; esquelética. A tall, bony woman--straight all the way down--in a coarse, blue pelisse, with the waist an inch or two below her arm-pits, responded to the call. Return to Original English Version

bookseller's /ˈbʊksɛlərz/ — do livreiro; livraria. 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.' Return to Original English Version

bordering /ˈbɔːrdərɪŋ/ — que faz fronteira com; margeando. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

bosom /ˈbʊzəm/ — peito; seio. Pickwick) would not deny that he was influenced by human passions and human feelings (cheers)--possibly by human weaknesses (loud cries of "No"); but this he would say, that if ever the fire of self-importance broke out in his bosom, the desire to benefit the human race in preference effectually quenched it. Return to Original English Version

Original Text: Rare Words (2/10)

bosoms /ˈbʊzəmz/ — peitos; íntimos. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Return to Original English Version

bounced /baʊnst/ — quicou; ricocheteou. Good-evening, Sir!' and the lieutenant bounced out of the room. Return to Original English Version

bower /ˈbaʊər/ — caramanchão; abrigo entre folhagens. There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders. Return to Original English Version

bowled /boʊld/ — arremessou; eliminou no críquete. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Return to Original English Version

bowlers /ˈboʊlərz/ — arremessadores. The scouts were hot and tired; the bowlers were changed and bowled till their arms ached; but Dumkins and Podder remained unconquered. Return to Original English Version

boyhood /ˈbɔɪhʊd/ — meninice; infância de um menino. There were more seeds and gayer flowers than there used to be, but there were the old trees still--the very tree under which he had lain a thousand times when tired of playing in the sun, and felt the soft, mild sleep of happy boyhood steal gently upon him. Return to Original English Version

braided /ˈbreɪdɪd/ — trançado; entrelaçado. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool. Return to Original English Version

brambles /ˈbræmbəlz/ — sarças; silvados. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

brandied /ˈbrændid/ — servidos com conhaque. 'Ready?' said the old gentleman inquiringly, when his guests had been washed, mended, brushed, and brandied. Return to Original English Version

brewer's /ˈbruːərz/ — do cervejeiro; da cervejaria. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party. Return to Original English Version

bridles /ˈbraɪdəlz/ — rédeas; bridões. The walls were decorated with several hunting-whips, two or three bridles, a saddle, and an old rusty blunderbuss, with an inscription below it, intimating that it was 'Loaded'--as it had been, on the same authority, for half a century at least. Return to Original English Version

bridling /ˈbraɪdlɪŋ/ — empinando-se; mostrando-se ofendido. At last, biting her thin lips, and bridling up, she said-- Return to Original English Version

brilliancy /ˈbrɪljənsi/ — brilho; fulgor. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

brimmed /brɪmd/ — encheu até a borda. Down he goes to the Commons, to see the lawyer and draw the blunt--very smart-- top boots on--nosegay in his button-hole--broad-brimmed tile--green shawl--quite the gen'l'm'n. Return to Original English Version

briskly /ˈbrɪskli/ — rapidamente; com energia; a passo firme. 'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street. Return to Original English Version

broiled /brɔɪld/ — grelhado; assado. 'Great pleasure--not presume to dictate, but broiled fowl and mushrooms- -capital thing! Return to Original English Version

bruise /bruːz/ — hematoma; equimose. Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred. Return to Original English Version

brummagem /ˈbrʌmɪdʒəm/ — de imitação barata. 'Commodore!' said the stranger, starting up, 'my coach--place booked,-- one outside--leave you to pay for the brandy-and-water,--want change for a five,--bad silver--Brummagem buttons--won't do--no go--eh?' and he shook his head most knowingly. Return to Original English Version

bulders /ˈbʌldərz/ — os Bulder. While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. Return to Original English Version

bullocks /ˈbʊləks/ — bois de carga. 'This way--this way--capital fun--lots of beer--hogsheads; rounds of beef--bullocks; mustard--cart-loads; glorious day--down with you--make yourself at home--glad to see you--very.' Return to Original English Version

bumping /ˈbʌmpɪŋ/ — esbarrando. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment. Return to Original English Version

burgesses /ˈbɜːrdʒɪsɪz/ — burgueses; cidadãos do burgo. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

burly /ˈbɜːrli/ — corpulent; forte e robusto. There were strange faces in almost every house; in some he recognised the burly form of some old schoolfellow--a boy when he last saw him--surrounded by a troop of merry children; in others he saw, seated in an easy-chair at a cottage door, a feeble and infirm old man, whom he only remembered as a hale and hearty labourer; but they had all forgotten him, and he passed on unknown. Return to Original English Version

burnishing /ˈbɜːrnɪʃɪŋ/ — polindo; lustrando. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced. Return to Original English Version

bursting /ˈbɜːrstɪŋ/ — morrendo de vontade; a ponto de estourar. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

bustle /ˈbʌsəl/ — agitação; azáfama; apressar-se. The whole population of Rochester and the adjoining towns rose from their beds at an early hour of the following morning, in a state of the utmost bustle and excitement. Return to Original English Version

bustled /ˈbʌsəld/ — azafamou-se; moveu-se depressa. And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey. Return to Original English Version

bustling /ˈbʌslɪŋ/ — agitado; ativo. 'Come, come,' said the bustling host, with a natural anxiety to change the conversation, 'what say you to a rubber, Mr. Pickwick?' Return to Original English Version

buxom /ˈbʌksəm/ — roliço e saudável; viçoso. Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes. Return to Original English Version

bystander /ˈbaɪstændər/ — espectador; pessoa presente. Mr. Pickwick had no leisure to observe either this or any other particular, the whole of his faculties being concentrated in the management of the animal attached to the chaise, who displayed various peculiarities, highly interesting to a bystander, but by no means equally amusing to any one seated behind him. Return to Original English Version

bystanders /ˈbaɪstændərz/ — circunstantes; presentes. It occurred to Mr. Winkle that this advice was very like that which bystanders invariably give to the smallest boy in a street fight, namely, 'Go in, and win'--an admirable thing to recommend, if you only know how to do it. Return to Original English Version

cabman /ˈkæbmən/ — cocheiro; condutor de carruagem de aluguel. 'Row!' replied the cabman, 'what did he want my number for?' Return to Original English Version

calico /ˈkælɪkoʊ/ — chita; algodão estampado. 'What's the row, Sam?' inquired one gentleman in black calico sleeves. Return to Original English Version

callous /ˈkæləs/ — insensível; calejado. 'I took the seat I had occupied the night before, and there I sat for hours, listening to sounds which must strike deep to the heart of the most callous among human beings--the awful ravings of a dying man. Return to Original English Version

calumnious /kəˈlʌmniəs/ — calunioso. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Return to Original English Version

camberwell /ˈkæmbərwɛl/ — Camberwell (bairro de Londres). 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

cambric /ˈkeɪmbrɪk/ — cambraia. 'Dead, sir--dead,' said the stranger, applying to his right eye the brief remnant of a very old cambric handkerchief. Return to Original English Version

candid /ˈkændɪd/ — franco; sincero. PICKWICK felt much gratified by the fair, candid, and full explanation of his honourable friend. Return to Original English Version

candlesticks /ˈkændlstɪks/ — castiçais. Mr. Tupman rang the bell, purchased the tickets, and ordered chamber candlesticks. Return to Original English Version

canine /ˈkeɪnaɪn/ — canino. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

cantered /ˈkæntərd/ — galopou a meio-galope. The troops halted and formed; the word of command rang through the line; there was a general clash of muskets as arms were presented; and the commander-in-chief, attended by Colonel Bulder and numerous officers, cantered to the front. Return to Original English Version

canvass /ˈkænvəs/ — angariar apoio; examinar. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

capacious /kəˈpeɪʃəs/ — espaçoso; de grande capacidade. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Return to Original English Version

capers /ˈkeɪpərz/ — cabriolas. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.' Return to Original English Version

capon /ˈkeɪpɒn/ — galo capado. 'Now make haste,' said Mr. Wardle; for the fat boy was hanging fondly over a capon, which he seemed wholly unable to part with. Return to Original English Version

captandum /kæpˈtændəm/ — para conquistar apoio. 'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Return to Original English Version

captious /ˈkæpʃəs/ — implicante; propenso a criticar. A solemn silence; Mr. Pickwick humorous, the old lady serious, the fat gentleman captious, and Mr. Miller timorous. Return to Original English Version

careworn /ˈkerwɔːrn/ — marcado pelas preocupações; abatido. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. Return to Original English Version

carpenters /ˈkɑːrpəntərz/ — carpinteiros. 'Forms going up--carpenters coming down--lamps, glasses, harps. Return to Original English Version

cartridges /ˈkɑːrtrɪdʒɪz/ — cartuchos. It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. Return to Original English Version

carts /kɑːrts/ — carrinhos; carroças. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. Return to Original English Version

catalogued /ˈkætəlɔːɡd/ — catalogado; registrado. 'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. Return to Original English Version

cautiously /ˈkɔːʃəsli/ — cautelosamente. The fat boy looked cautiously round, and having concluded his survey, shouted in the old lady's ear-- Return to Original English Version

cawing /ˈkɔːɪŋ/ — grasnido; grasnando. The information was unnecessary; for the incessant cawing of the unconscious rooks sufficiently indicated their whereabouts. Return to Original English Version

celerity /səˈlɛrəti/ — celeridade; rapidez. Cert'nly, Sir,' replied Sam, who had answered Wardle's violent ringing of the bell with a degree of celerity which must have appeared marvellous to anybody who didn't know that his eye had been applied to the outside of the keyhole during the whole interview. Return to Original English Version

censure /ˈsɛnʃər/ — censura; reprovação. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Return to Original English Version

cept /sɛpt/ — exceto; salvo. ''Cept Mullins's Meadows,' observed the fat man solemnly. Return to Original English Version

cert'nly /ˈsɜːrtnli/ — certamente. Cert'nly, Sir,' replied Sam, who had answered Wardle's violent ringing of the bell with a degree of celerity which must have appeared marvellous to anybody who didn't know that his eye had been applied to the outside of the keyhole during the whole interview. Return to Original English Version

cessation /sɛˈseɪʃən/ — cessação; interrupção. 'Come on,' cried the cabman, who had been sparring without cessation the whole time. Return to Original English Version

chaise /ʃeɪz/ — carruagem leve; charrete. 'Dingley Dell, gentlemen--fifteen miles, gentlemen--cross road--post- chaise, sir?' Return to Original English Version

chaises /ʃeɪzɪz/ — carruagens leves; cadeiras com rodas. And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey. Return to Original English Version

chandeliers /ˌʃændəˈlɪrz/ — lustres. It was a long room, with crimson-covered benches, and wax candles in glass chandeliers. Return to Original English Version

charmer /ˈtʃɑːrmər/ — encantador; pessoa fascinante. 'Long away from you?--Cruel charmer,' and Mr. Jingle skipped playfully up to the spinster aunt, imprinted a chaste kiss upon her lips, and danced out of the room. Return to Original English Version

chaste /tʃeɪst/ — casto; recatado; refinado. 'Long away from you?--Cruel charmer,' and Mr. Jingle skipped playfully up to the spinster aunt, imprinted a chaste kiss upon her lips, and danced out of the room. Return to Original English Version

chastising /tʃæˈstaɪzɪŋ/ — castigando; repreendendo severamente. 'Now, sir,' said the doctor to the stranger, 'I ask you once again, in the presence of these gentlemen, whether you choose to give me your card, and to receive the treatment of a gentleman; or whether you impose upon me the necessity of personally chastising you on the spot?' Return to Original English Version

chatted /tʃætɪd/ — conversaram; bateram papo. The doctor took snuff with everybody, chatted with everybody, laughed, danced, made jokes, played whist, did everything, and was everywhere. Return to Original English Version

chay /tʃeɪ/ — carruagem leve. 'Mus'r Jingle and Miss Rachael, in a po'-chay, from Blue Lion, Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

cheval /ʃəˈvæl ɡlɑːs/ — espelho de corpo inteiro basculante. 'It's a new coat,' said Mr. Tupman, as the stranger surveyed himself with great complacency in a cheval glass; 'the first that's been made with our club button,' and he called his companions' attention to the large gilt button which displayed a bust of Mr. Pickwick in the centre, and the letters 'P. Return to Original English Version

chiefly /ˈtʃiːfli/ — principalmente; sobretudo. The commodities chiefly exposed for sale in the public streets are marine stores, hard-bake, apples, flat-fish, and oysters. Return to Original English Version

childhood's /ˈtʃaɪldhʊdz/ — da infância. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

chimed /tʃaɪmd/ — soou; deu badaladas. 'Yo-yo-yo-yoe!' chimed in old Wardle himself, most lustily, with his head and half his body out of the coach window. Return to Original English Version

chinks /tʃɪŋks/ — frestas; rachaduras estreitas. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. Return to Original English Version

choleric /ˈkɑːlərɪk/ — colérico; irascível. 'I see his head,' exclaimed the choleric old man; 'damme, I see his head.' Return to Original English Version

chuckles /ˈtʃʌkəlz/ — risadinhas; risos contidos. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Return to Original English Version

cinder /ˈsɪndər/ — cinza grossa; escória. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. Return to Original English Version

circumstanced /ˈsɜːrkəmstænst/ — situado; colocado em tais circunstâncias. Mr. Tupman no sooner heard this avowal, than he proceeded to do what his enthusiastic emotions prompted, and what, for aught we know (for we are but little acquainted with such matters), people so circumstanced always do. Return to Original English Version

citadel /ˈsɪtədəl/ — cidadela; fortaleza. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung. Return to Original English Version

clambered /ˈklæmbərd/ — subiu com dificuldade; trepou. The horses were put in--the driver mounted--the fat boy clambered up by his side--farewells were exchanged--and the carriage rattled off. Return to Original English Version

clamour /ˈklæmər/ — clamor; algazarra. PICKWICK would not put up to be put down by clamour. Return to Original English Version

clapping /ˈklæpɪŋ/ — batendo palmas. The father, with a little boy in his arms, appeared at the door, and they crowded round him, clapping their tiny hands, and dragging him out, to join their joyous sports. Return to Original English Version

clasped /klæspt/ — apertou; segurou firme; entrelaçou. 'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Return to Original English Version

clasping /ˈklæspɪŋ/ — apertando; segurando; entrelaçando. 'You shall have it,' replied Mr. Snodgrass, clasping his friend's hand. Return to Original English Version

clattered /ˈklætərd/ — matraqueou; fez estrépito. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Return to Original English Version

clinging /ˈklɪŋɪŋ/ — agarrando-se; aderente. He pictured himself as he was then, clinging to his mother's hand, and walking peacefully to church. Return to Original English Version

clings /klɪŋz/ — agarra-se; apega-se. How closely he twineth, how tight he clings To his friend the huge Oak Tree! Return to Original English Version

clockwork /ˈklɑːkwɜːrk/ — mecanismo de relógio. 'Come on!' said the cab-driver, sparring away like clockwork. Return to Original English Version

clubbers /ˈklʌbərz/ — os Clubber. While the aristocracy of the place--the Bulders, and Clubbers, and Snipes--were thus preserving their dignity at the upper end of the room, the other classes of society were imitating their example in other parts of it. Return to Original English Version

clung /klʌŋ/ — agarrava-se; apegava-se. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Return to Original English Version

coarse /kɔːrs/ — áspero; grosseiro. A tall, bony woman--straight all the way down--in a coarse, blue pelisse, with the waist an inch or two below her arm-pits, responded to the call. Return to Original English Version

coaxing /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ — persuadindo com jeito; convencendo aos poucos. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

coaxingly /ˈkoʊksɪŋli/ — de maneira persuasiva e carinhosa. 'Come, don't be a fool, Sam,' said the girl coaxingly, 'the gentleman wants his boots directly.' Return to Original English Version

coiled /kɔɪld/ — enrolado; enrolou. Mr. Pickwick drew his coat closer about him, coiled himself more snugly up into the corner of the chaise, and fell into a sound sleep, from which he was only awakened by the stopping of the vehicle, the sound of the hostler's bell, and a loud cry of 'Horses on directly!' Return to Original English Version

coincided /ˌkoʊɪnˈsaɪdɪd/ — coincidiu; concordou. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided. Return to Original English Version

collated /kəˈleɪtɪd/ — reuniu e comparou. We have no official statement of the facts which the reader will find recorded in the next chapter, but they have been carefully collated from letters and other MS. authorities, so unquestionably genuine as to justify their narration in a connected form. Return to Original English Version

colloquy /ˈkɑːləkwi/ — conversa; diálogo. 'Never mind George Barnwell,' interrupted Sam, who had remained a wondering listener during this short colloquy; 'everybody knows what sort of a case his was, tho' it's always been my opinion, mind you, that the young 'ooman deserved scragging a precious sight more than he did. Return to Original English Version

colossal /kəˈlɑːsəl/ — colossal; gigantesco. He started as they passed the angle of the trench--it looked like a colossal grave. Return to Original English Version

comer /ˈkʌmər/ — recém-chegado; aquele que chega. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

comers /ˈkʌmərz/ — recém-chegados; pessoas que chegam. It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers. Return to Original English Version

comfortless /ˈkʌmfərtləs/ — sem conforto; desolador. Pools of water had collected in the narrow and little-frequented streets, and as many of the thinly-scattered oil-lamps had been blown out by the violence of the wind, the walk was not only a comfortless, but most uncertain one. Return to Original English Version

commandments /kəˈmɑːndmənts/ — mandamentos. The place seemed smaller than it used to be; but there were the old monuments on which he had gazed with childish awe a thousand times; the little pulpit with its faded cushion; the Communion table before which he had so often repeated the Commandments he had reverenced as a child, and forgotten as a man. Return to Original English Version

commencement /kəˈmensmənt/ — início; começo. 'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille. Return to Original English Version

commencing /kəˈmensɪŋ/ — começando; iniciando. His curiosity was therefore satisfied, and putting on his spectacles he prepared himself to watch the play which was just commencing. Return to Original English Version

commiseration /kəˌmɪzəˈreɪʃən/ — compaixão; comiseração. There are very few moments in a man's existence when he experiences so much ludicrous distress, or meets with so little charitable commiseration, as when he is in pursuit of his own hat. Return to Original English Version

commonest /ˈkɒmənɪst/ — o mais comum; o mais vulgar. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

commutation /ˌkɒmjəˈteɪʃən/ — comutação; redução de pena. Not even the unlooked-for commutation of his sentence to transportation for fourteen years, softened for an instant the sullen hardihood of his demeanour. Return to Original English Version

companion's /kəmˈpænjənz/ — do companheiro; da companheira. 'No, no,' interrupted Winkle, terrified at the idea of his companion's unconsciously pledging himself not to give information; 'don't swear, don't swear; it's quite unnecessary.' Return to Original English Version

compassionately /kəmˈpæʃənətli/ — com compaixão; com pena. 'You have seen much trouble, sir,' said Mr. Pickwick compassionately. Return to Original English Version

complacency /kəmˈpleɪsənsi/ — complacência; autossatisfação. 'It's a new coat,' said Mr. Tupman, as the stranger surveyed himself with great complacency in a cheval glass; 'the first that's been made with our club button,' and he called his companions' attention to the large gilt button which displayed a bust of Mr. Pickwick in the centre, and the letters 'P. Return to Original English Version

complexions /kəmˈplekʃənz/ — tez; aparência da pele. 'Oh, you naughty man--but really, if their complexions were a little better, don't you think they would be nice-looking girls--by candlelight?' Return to Original English Version

complied /kəmˈplaɪd/ — obedeceu; atendeu. The dismal man readily complied; a circle was again formed round the table, and harmony once more prevailed. Return to Original English Version

concealing /kənˈsiːlɪŋ/ — ocultando; escondendo. Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said-- Return to Original English Version

concealment /kənˈsiːlmənt/ — ocultação; dissimulação. If Mr. Jingle, from his place of concealment, could have beheld the expression which the old lady's face assumed at this communication, the probability is that a sudden burst of laughter would have betrayed his close vicinity to the summer-house. Return to Original English Version

concede /kənˈsiːd/ — conceder; admitir. I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. Return to Original English Version

conceited /kənˈsiːtɪd/ — convencido; vaidoso. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent. Return to Original English Version

conceive /kənˈsiːv/ — conceber; imaginar; compreender. That illustrious man had been separated from his friends and followers for two whole days; and it was with a degree of pleasure and delight, which no common imagination can adequately conceive, that he stepped forward to greet Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass, as he encountered those gentlemen on his return from his early walk. Return to Original English Version

conciliatory /kənˈsɪliətɔːri/ — conciliatório; apaziguador. 'My friend,' said the thin gentleman, with a conciliatory hem--'have you got many people stopping here now? Return to Original English Version

condescended /ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪd/ — condescendeu; dignou-se. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided. Return to Original English Version

condescending /ˌkɑːndɪˈsendɪŋ/ — condescendente; paternalista. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

condescension /ˌkɑːndɪˈsenʃən/ — condescendência; superioridade paternalista. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Return to Original English Version

condoling /kənˈdoʊlɪŋ/ — manifestando pesar; consolando. The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen. Return to Original English Version

confessionals /kənˈfeʃənəlz/ — confessionários. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

confided /kənˈfaɪdɪd/ — confiado; contou em confiança. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

confidentially /ˌkɑːnfɪˈdenʃəli/ — confidencialmente; em tom de segredo. 'So shall I,' said Mr. Alfred Jingle, drawing one arm through Mr. Pickwick's, and another through Mr. Wardle's, as he whispered confidentially in the ear of the former gentleman:-- Return to Original English Version

confines /ˈkɑːnfaɪnz/ — limites; fronteiras. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

confounded /kənˈfaʊndɪd/ — confuso; perplexo; maldito. 'So should I,' said the stranger--'confounded luggage,--heavy smacks-- nothing to go in--odd, ain't it?' Return to Original English Version

congenial /kənˈdʒiːniəl/ — afim; compatível. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Return to Original English Version

congregated /ˈkɑːŋɡrɪɡeɪtɪd/ — reuniram-se; aglomeraram-se. It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. Return to Original English Version

conjecture /kənˈdʒektʃər/ — conjectura; suposição. We fancy, too, that we can discern at the very end of the notes, some indistinct reference to 'broiled bones'; and then the words 'cold' 'without' occur: but as any hypothesis we could found upon them must necessarily rest upon mere conjecture, we are not disposed to indulge in any of the speculations to which they may give rise. Return to Original English Version

conjectured /kənˈdʒektʃərd/ — conjecturou; supôs. It is conjectured that his unwillingness to hurt a fellow-creature intentionally was the cause of his shutting his eyes when he arrived at the fatal spot; and that the circumstance of his eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer. Return to Original English Version

conjure /ˈkɑːndʒər/ — implorar; rogar solenemente. Speak--I conjure, I entreat--nay, I command you, speak.' Return to Original English Version

conjuring /ˈkɑːndʒərɪŋ/ — evocando; imaginando. 'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. Return to Original English Version

conquests /ˈkɑːŋkwests/ — conquistas amorosas. 'Many conquests, sir?' inquired Mr. Tupman. Return to Original English Version

consciences /ˈkɑːnʃənsɪz/ — consciências. Acting in this spirit, and resolutely proceeding on our determination to avow our obligations to the authorities we have consulted, we frankly say, that to the note-book of Mr. Snodgrass are we indebted for the particulars recorded in this and the succeeding chapter--particulars which, now that we have disburdened our consciences, we shall proceed to detail without further comment. Return to Original English Version

consigned /kənˈsaɪnd/ — entregue; destinado. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master. Return to Original English Version

consternation /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/ — consternação; grande espanto. Consternation sat on every face. Return to Original English Version

contemplate /ˈkɑːntəmpleɪt/ — contemplar; observar atentamente. Let them look abroad and contemplate the scenes which were enacting around them. Return to Original English Version

contemplated /ˈkɑːntəmpleɪtɪd/ — contemplou; cogitou. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

contemplates /ˈkɑːntəmpleɪts/ — cogita; planeja. 'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Return to Original English Version

contemplations /ˌkɑːntəmˈpleɪʃənz/ — reflexões; devaneios. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree. Return to Original English Version

contemplative /kənˈtemplətɪv/ — contemplativo; meditativo. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

contemptuous /kənˈtɛmptʃuəs/ — desdenhoso; cheio de desprezo. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind. Return to Original English Version

contending /kənˈtendɪŋ/ — adversários; em disputa. The wickets were pitched, and so were a couple of marquees for the rest and refreshment of the contending parties. Return to Original English Version

contentment /kənˈtɛntmənt/ — contentamento; satisfação. Mr. Snodgrass hastily professed himself very much obliged with the handsome offer of the gentleman who had spoken last, which he was only induced to decline by his entire contentment with the whole proceedings. Return to Original English Version

continuance /kənˈtɪnjuəns/ — continuação; permanência. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

contraband /ˈkɑːntrəbænd/ — contrabando; coisa proibida. 'Young girls have such spirits,' said Miss Wardle to Mr. Tupman, with an air of gentle commiseration, as if animal spirits were contraband, and their possession without a permit a high crime and misdemeanour. Return to Original English Version

contraction /kənˈtrækʃən/ — contração; encolhimento. His eyes were almost unnaturally bright and piercing; his cheek-bones were high and prominent; and his jaws were so long and lank, that an observer would have supposed that he was drawing the flesh of his face in, for a moment, by some contraction of the muscles, if his half-opened mouth and immovable expression had not announced that it was his ordinary appearance. Return to Original English Version

contradict /ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkt/ — contradizer. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

contrasting /kənˈtræstɪŋ/ — contrastando; comparando diferenças. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

contrite /kənˈtraɪt/ — contrito; profundamente arrependido. 'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. Return to Original English Version

contrive /kənˈtraɪv/ — dar um jeito de; conseguir engenhosamente. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on. Return to Original English Version

contrived /kənˈtraɪvd/ — deu um jeito de; conseguiu. The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. Return to Original English Version

conversing /kənˈvɜːrsɪŋ/ — conversando. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers. Return to Original English Version

conveying /kənˈveɪɪŋ/ — transportando; transmitindo. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Return to Original English Version

convict's /ˈkɒnvɪkts/ — do condenado; do presidiário. 'It had been arranged previously to the convict's departure, that he should write to his mother as soon as he could obtain permission, and that the letter should be addressed to me. Return to Original English Version

convivial /kənˈvɪviəl/ — festivo; sociável. The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours. Return to Original English Version

conviviality /kənˌvɪviˈæləti/ — convívio festivo; alegria entre amigos. The streets present a lively and animated appearance, occasioned chiefly by the conviviality of the military. Return to Original English Version

convocation /ˌkɒnvəˈkeɪʃən/ — convocação; cerimônia acadêmica. We will therefore return to Mr. Tupman; merely adding that within some few minutes before twelve o'clock that night, the convocation of worthies of Dingley Dell and Muggleton were heard to sing, with great feeling and emphasis, the beautiful and pathetic national air of Return to Original English Version

convulsing /kənˈvʌlsɪŋ/ — contorcendo; repuxando. The postillions, each with a broad grin convulsing his countenance, were viewing the adverse party from their saddles, and Mr. Jingle was contemplating the wreck from the coach window, with evident satisfaction. Return to Original English Version

convulsively /kənˈvʌlsɪvli/ — convulsivamente; de modo espasmódico. He grasped my shoulder convulsively, and, striking his breast with the other hand, made a desperate attempt to articulate. Return to Original English Version

coolly /ˈkuːlli/ — friamente; com calma; com indiferença. 'He lives at Pentonwil when he's at home,' observed the driver coolly, 'but we seldom takes him home, on account of his weakness.' Return to Original English Version

coolness /ˈkuːlnəs/ — frescor; calma. It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. Return to Original English Version

coquetting /koʊˈketɪŋ/ — flertando; fazendo charme. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

coquettishly /koʊˈketɪʃli/ — de modo coquete; com faceirice. 'Time--for what?' said the spinster aunt coquettishly. Return to Original English Version

cordial /ˈkɔːrdʒəl/ — cordial; afável; licor doce. Cordial farewells were exchanged, and the party separated. Return to Original English Version

cordially /ˈkɔːrdʒəli/ — cordialmente; calorosamente. 'That this Association cordially recognises the principle of every member of the Corresponding Society defraying his own travelling expenses; and that it sees no objection whatever to the members of the said society pursuing their inquiries for any length of time they please, upon the same terms. Return to Original English Version

cordials /ˈkɔːrdʒəlz/ — licores caseiros; bebidas revigorantes. On the opposite side sat a bald-headed old gentleman, with a good-humoured, benevolent face--the clergyman of Dingley Dell; and next him sat his wife, a stout, blooming old lady, who looked as if she were well skilled, not only in the art and mystery of manufacturing home-made cordials greatly to other people's satisfaction, but of tasting them occasionally very much to her own. Return to Original English Version

corduroy /ˈkɔːrdərɔɪ/ — veludo cotelê. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Return to Original English Version

corked /kɔːrkt/ — arrolhou; fechou; reprimiu. Mr. Pickwick paused, bottled up his vengeance, and corked it down. Return to Original English Version

cornfields /ˈkɔːrnfiːldz/ — milharais; campos de cereal. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. Return to Original English Version

corns /kɔːrnz/ — calos. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

corpulent /ˈkɔːrpjələnt/ — corpulento; volumoso. 'Everybody knows that,' said the corpulent host. Return to Original English Version

cosy /ˈkoʊzi/ — aconchegante. The waiter withdrew, and the party were left to enjoy the cosy couple of hours succeeding dinner. Return to Original English Version

countenance /ˈkaʊntənəns/ — semblante; rosto; compostura. Mr. Pickwick's countenance glowed with an expression of universal philanthropy, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass fell fast asleep. Return to Original English Version

countenances /ˈkaʊntənənsɪz/ — semblantes; rostos. 'Ain't you, though--ain't you?' said the young man, appealing to Mr. Pickwick, and making his way through the crowd by the infallible process of elbowing the countenances of its component members. Return to Original English Version

coves /koʊvz/ — sujeitos; caras. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.' Return to Original English Version

covet /ˈkʌvət/ — cobiçar; desejar intensamente. I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. Return to Original English Version

cowered /ˈkaʊərd/ — encolheu-se; agachou-se de medo. Mr. Pickwick and his friends cowered involuntarily to escape damage from the heavy fall of rooks, which they felt quite certain would be occasioned by the devastating barrel of their friend. Return to Original English Version

coxcomb /ˈkɑːkskoʊm/ — dândi vaidoso; gorro de bobo. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent. Return to Original English Version

cravat /krəˈvæt/ — gravata antiga; lenço de pescoço. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Return to Original English Version

crawleth /ˈkrɔːləθ/ — rasteja. And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Return to Original English Version

creepeth /ˈkriːpəθ/ — rasteja. Oh, a dainty plant is the Ivy green, That creepeth o'er ruins old! Return to Original English Version

crept /krɛpt/ — esgueirou-se; foi de mansinho. A cold feeling crept over him, and he trembled violently as he turned away. Return to Original English Version

crestfallen /ˈkrestfɔːlən/ — cabisbaixo; abatido. 'Very sorry,' said the crestfallen Miller. Return to Original English Version

cricketer /ˈkrɪkɪtə/ — jogador de críquete. 'Are you a cricketer?' inquired Mr. Wardle of the marksman. Return to Original English Version

croaking /ˈkroʊkɪŋ/ — coaxar; grasnar; resmungar. 'Go on, Jemmy,' said the Spanish traveller, 'like black-eyed Susan--all in the Downs--no croaking--speak out--look lively.' Return to Original English Version

crockery /ˈkrɑːkəri/ — louça; pratos e utensílios de cerâmica. 'Plates, Joe, plates.' A similar process employed in the distribution of the crockery. Return to Original English Version

crouched /kraʊtʃt/ — agachou-se; encolheu-se. Mr. Pickwick crouched again. Return to Original English Version

crumbled /ˈkrʌmbəld/ — desmoronou; esfarelou. The wall must be crumbled, the stone decayed, To pleasure his dainty whim; And the mouldering dust that years have made, Is a merry meal for him. Return to Original English Version

crumbling /ˈkrʌmblɪŋ/ — desmoronando; esboroando-se. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

crumpled /ˈkrʌmpəld/ — amassado; enrugado; desabou. Mr. Jingle crumpled up the licence, and thrust it into his coat pocket. Return to Original English Version

crunching /ˈkrʌntʃɪŋ/ — triturando ruidosamente. Fragments of angry sentences such as, 'Without my permission!'--'At her time of life'--'Miserable old 'ooman like me'--'Might have waited till I was dead,' and so forth, reached his ears; and then he heard the heels of the fat boy's boots crunching the gravel, as he retired and left the old lady alone. Return to Original English Version

cuffing /ˈkʌfɪŋ/ — dando tabefes; batendo. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties. Return to Original English Version

culprit's /ˈkʌlprɪts/ — do culpado; do condenado. That cry struck a terror to the culprit's heart, which trial, condemnation--the approach of death itself, had failed to awaken. Return to Original English Version

cunning /ˈkʌnɪŋ/ — astuto; ardiloso; matreiro. 'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Return to Original English Version

cunningly /ˈkʌnɪŋli/ — astutamente; de modo ardiloso. 'Sir,' said the doctor, suddenly addressing Mr. Tupman, in a tone which made that gentleman start as perceptibly as if a pin had been cunningly inserted in the calf of his leg, 'you were at the ball here last night!' Return to Original English Version

curiae /ˈkjʊəri.iː/ — do tribunal. 'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Return to Original English Version

curtsey /ˈkɜːrtsi/ — reverência; fazer uma reverência. The stranger progressed rapidly; the little doctor danced with another lady; the widow dropped her fan; the stranger picked it up, and presented it--a smile--a bow--a curtsey-- a few words of conversation. Return to Original English Version

curvetting /kɜːrˈvetɪŋ/ — empinando; dando saltos curtos. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

da'ater /ˈdɔːtər/ — filha. 'My da'ater!' Return to Original English Version

dainty /ˈdeɪnti/ — delicado. Oh, a dainty plant is the Ivy green, That creepeth o'er ruins old! Return to Original English Version

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damme /ˈdæmi/ — droga!; com os diabos!. 'I see his head,' exclaimed the choleric old man; 'damme, I see his head.' Return to Original English Version

damped /dæmpt/ — atenuou; diminuiu. It was late in the afternoon when the four friends and their four-footed companion turned into the lane leading to Manor Farm; and even when they were so near their place of destination, the pleasure they would otherwise have experienced was materially damped as they reflected on the singularity of their appearance, and the absurdity of their situation. Return to Original English Version

dangled /ˈdæŋɡəld/ — pendia; balançava pendurado. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Return to Original English Version

darkened /ˈdɑːrkənd/ — escureceu; ficou escuro. Mr. Tupman again expressed an earnest wish to be present at the festivity; but meeting with no response in the darkened eye of Mr. Snodgrass, or the abstracted gaze of Mr. Pickwick, he applied himself with great interest to the port wine and dessert, which had just been placed on the table. Return to Original English Version

darted /ˈdɑːrtɪd/ — disparou; arremessou-se; lançou um olhar. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

darting /ˈdɑːrtɪŋ/ — disparando; lançando; movendo-se rapidamente. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

dashed /dæʃt/ — correu; lançou-se; chocou-se. Come on!' and the cabman dashed his hat upon the ground, with a reckless disregard of his own private property, and knocked Mr. Pickwick's spectacles off, and followed up the attack with a blow on Mr. Pickwick's nose, and another on Mr. Pickwick's chest, and a third in Mr. Snodgrass's eye, and a fourth, by way of variety, in Mr. Tupman's waistcoat, and then danced into the road, and then back again to the pavement, and finally dashed the whole temporary supply of breath out of Mr. Winkle's body; and all in half a dozen seconds. Return to Original English Version

dashing /ˈdæʃɪŋ/ — correndo; precipitando-se; garboso. 'Hurrah!' echoed Mr. Pickwick, taking off his hat and dashing it on the floor, and insanely casting his spectacles into the middle of the kitchen. Return to Original English Version

daunted /ˈdɔːntɪd/ — intimidado; desanimado. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties. Return to Original English Version

dazzling /ˈdæzlɪŋ/ — deslumbrante; ofuscante. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

dears /dɪrz/ — queridos; coitadinhos. 'I should think so,' replied the jolly host.--'My dears, here's my friend Mr. Jingle--Mr. Return to Original English Version

decayed /dɪˈkeɪd/ — deteriorados. The wall must be crumbled, the stone decayed, To pleasure his dainty whim; And the mouldering dust that years have made, Is a merry meal for him. Return to Original English Version

decidedly /dɪˈsaɪdɪdli/ — decididamente. The old lady's hearing decidedly improved and the unlucky Miller felt as much out of his element as a dolphin in a sentry-box. Return to Original English Version

declamation /ˌdekləˈmeɪʃən/ — discurso inflamado; declamação. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

defamation /ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/ — difamação. Defamation of character: action for damages. Return to Original English Version

deferentially /ˌdefəˈrenʃəli/ — com deferência; respeitosamente. Mr. Smithie bowed deferentially to Sir Thomas Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber acknowledged the salute with conscious condescension. Return to Original English Version

deformed /dɪˈfɔːrmd/ — deformado. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

deformity /dɪˈfɔːrməti/ — deformidade. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

defraying /dɪˈfreɪɪŋ/ — custeando. 'That this Association cordially recognises the principle of every member of the Corresponding Society defraying his own travelling expenses; and that it sees no objection whatever to the members of the said society pursuing their inquiries for any length of time they please, upon the same terms. Return to Original English Version

degenerated /dɪˈdʒenəreɪtɪd/ — degenerou; degenerado; decaiu. There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. Return to Original English Version

deliberated /dɪˈlɪbəreɪtɪd/ — deliberado; considerado cuidadosamente. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Return to Original English Version

delineation /dɪˌlɪniˈeɪʃən/ — representação; descrição detalhada. We will not wring the public bosom, with the delineation of such suffering! Return to Original English Version

delinquent /dɪˈlɪŋkwənt/ — infrator; culpado. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent. Return to Original English Version

deller /ˈdɛlər/ — morador de Dingley Dell. Sir, I am a Deller--a Dingley Deller (cheers). Return to Original English Version

dellers /ˈdɛlərz/ — moradores de Dingley Dell. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Return to Original English Version

deluge /ˈdeljuːdʒ/ — dilúvio; enxurrada. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Return to Original English Version

demeanour /dɪˈmiːnər/ — comportamento; porte. It is conjectured that his unwillingness to hurt a fellow-creature intentionally was the cause of his shutting his eyes when he arrived at the fatal spot; and that the circumstance of his eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer. Return to Original English Version

denoted /dɪˈnoʊtɪd/ — indicou; demonstrou. The appearance of everything on the lines denoted that the approaching ceremony was one of the utmost grandeur and importance. Return to Original English Version

denunciations /dɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃənz/ — invectivas; ataques verbais. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

depict /dɪˈpɪkt/ — retratar; representar. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Return to Original English Version

deportment /dɪˈpɔːrtmənt/ — porte; compostura. 'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially. Return to Original English Version

depraved /dɪˈpreɪvd/ — depravado; moralmente corrupto. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

deprecating /ˈdeprɪkeɪtɪŋ/ — que pede indulgência; apologético. 'Lor, brother!' said Miss Wardle, with a deprecating smile. Return to Original English Version

derision /dɪˈrɪʒən/ — zombaria; escárnio. The postillions resumed their proper attitudes, and away rattled the chaise, Mr. Jingle fluttering in derision a white handkerchief from the coach window. Return to Original English Version

desirous /dɪˈzaɪrəs/ — desejoso. We discovered this morning that our friend was connected with the theatre in this place, though he is not desirous to have it generally known, and this gentleman is a member of the same profession. Return to Original English Version

desolate /ˈdɛsələt/ — desolado; ermo. The desolate woman drew her bonnet closer over her face, and walked hurriedly away. Return to Original English Version

desolation /ˌdesəˈleɪʃən/ — desolação; devastação; solidão. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! Return to Original English Version

despatched /dɪˈspætʃt/ — enviado; despachado; consumido depressa. The evening glided swiftly away, in these cheerful recreations; and when the substantial though homely supper had been despatched, and the little party formed a social circle round the fire, Mr. Pickwick thought he had never felt so happy in his life, and at no time so much disposed to enjoy, and make the most of, the passing moment. Return to Original English Version

despised /dɪˈspaɪzd/ — desprezava. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer. Return to Original English Version

despondingly /dɪˈspɑːndɪŋli/ — com desânimo; sem esperança. I wish I could think it was only manner--I hope it may be--' (Here the affectionate relative heaved a deep sigh, and shook her head despondingly). Return to Original English Version

destitution /ˌdestɪˈtuːʃən/ — indigência; falta extrema. I traced his progress downwards, step by step, until at last he reached that excess of destitution from which he never rose again. Return to Original English Version

detain /dɪˈteɪn/ — deter; reter; prender. 'Gentleman in the coffee-room, sir,' replied the Boots, as Mr. Winkle opened the door and confronted him; 'gentleman says he'll not detain you a moment, Sir, but he can take no denial.' Return to Original English Version

detaining /dɪˈteɪnɪŋ/ — retendo; mantendo sob custódia. 'Well, my dear Sir, well,' said the little man, still detaining him; 'just tell me what _will_ do.' Return to Original English Version

detested /dɪˈtestɪd/ — detestado; odiado. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all. Return to Original English Version

detract /dɪˈtrækt/ — diminuir; depreciar. But, sir, while we remember that Muggleton has given birth to a Dumkins and a Podder, let us never forget that Dingley Dell can boast a Luffey and a Struggles. (Vociferous cheering.) Let me not be considered as wishing to detract from the merits of the former gentlemen. Return to Original English Version

deviation /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/ — desvio; alteração. The old lady was very precise and very particular; and as this ceremony had been observed for three successive summers without the slightest deviation from the accustomed form, she was not a little surprised on this particular morning to see the fat boy, instead of leaving the arbour, walk a few paces out of it, look carefully round him in every direction, and return towards her with great stealth and an air of the most profound mystery. Return to Original English Version

devilish /ˈdevəlɪʃ/ — diabólico; endiabrado. 'Devilish good dinner--cold, but capital--peeped into the room this morning--fowls and pies, and all that sort of thing--pleasant fellows these--well behaved, too--very.' Return to Original English Version

devilled /ˈdevəld/ — apimentado. 'Come,' replied the stranger--'stopping at Crown--Crown at Muggleton-- met a party--flannel jackets--white trousers--anchovy sandwiches-- devilled kidney--splendid fellows--glorious.' Return to Original English Version

devise /dɪˈvaɪz/ — conceber; elaborar. I heard, with pity and compassion, the repentant man devise a thousand little plans for her comfort and support when he returned; but I knew that many months before he could reach his place of destination, his mother would be no longer of this world. Return to Original English Version

devoutly /dɪˈvaʊtli/ — fervorosamente; sinceramente. 'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, when they had turned out of the public street.'Snodgrass, my dear fellow, can I rely upon your secrecy?' As he said this, he most devoutly and earnestly hoped he could not. Return to Original English Version

dexterity /dekˈsterəti/ — destreza; habilidade. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Return to Original English Version

dictation /dɪkˈteɪʃn/ — ditado. He commissioned me to say, that should this be pleaded as an excuse for your behaviour, he will consent to accept a written apology, to be penned by you, from my dictation.' Return to Original English Version

diffusion /dɪˈfjuːʒən/ — difusão; distribuição. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

dilated /ˈdaɪleɪtɪd/ — dilataram-se; alargaram-se. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. Return to Original English Version

diminish /dɪˈmɪnɪʃ/ — diminuir; reduzir. Mr. Pickwick had felt some apprehensions in consequence of the unusual absence of his two friends, which their mysterious behaviour during the whole morning had by no means tended to diminish. Return to Original English Version

diminishing /dɪˈmɪnɪʃɪŋ/ — redutor; que diminui. In her eyes Tracy Tupman was a youth; she viewed his years through a diminishing glass. Return to Original English Version

dined /daɪnd/ — jantou. 'Here--not I--but you'd better--good house--nice beds--Wright's next house, dear--very dear--half-a-crown in the bill if you look at the waiter--charge you more if you dine at a friend's than they would if you dined in the coffee-room--rum fellows--very.' Return to Original English Version

dint /dɪnt/ — força; esforço. By dint of patient investigation, we have been enabled to trace some characters bearing a faint resemblance to the names of the speakers; and we can only discern an entry of a song (supposed to have been sung by Mr. Jingle), in which the words 'bowl' 'sparkling' 'ruby' 'bright' and 'wine' are frequently repeated at short intervals. Return to Original English Version

diogenes /daɪˈɒdʒəniːz/ — Diógenes. Sir, I envy them the luxury of their own feelings on this occasion. (Cheers.) Every gentleman who hears me, is probably acquainted with the reply made by an individual, who--to use an ordinary figure of speech--"hung out" in a tub, to the emperor Alexander:--"if I were not Diogenes," said he, "I would be Alexander." I can well imagine these gentlemen to say, "If I were not Dumkins I would be Luffey; if I were not Podder I would be Struggles." (Enthusiasm.) But, gentlemen of Muggleton, is it in cricket alone that your fellow-townsmen stand pre- eminent? Return to Original English Version

dipping /ˈdɪpɪŋ/ — enfiando; mergulhando. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Return to Original English Version

disagreeable /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbəl/ — desagradável; incômodo. 'Sorry to have placed you in this disagreeable situation,' said Lieutenant Tappleton, addressing Mr. Pickwick; 'allow me to suggest, that the best way of avoiding a recurrence of such scenes in future will be to be more select in the choice of your companions. Return to Original English Version

disburdened /dɪsˈbɜːrdənd/ — aliviou; desabafou. Acting in this spirit, and resolutely proceeding on our determination to avow our obligations to the authorities we have consulted, we frankly say, that to the note-book of Mr. Snodgrass are we indebted for the particulars recorded in this and the succeeding chapter--particulars which, now that we have disburdened our consciences, we shall proceed to detail without further comment. Return to Original English Version

discern /dɪˈsɜːrn/ — discernir; distinguir. The little party had crowded so completely round Mr. Tupman, that they could not yet clearly discern the nature of the accident. Return to Original English Version

discernible /dɪˈsɜːrnəbəl/ — discernível; perceptível. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. Return to Original English Version

disciple /dɪˈsaɪpəl/ — discípulo. Mr. Pickwick had bestowed a hasty glance on these interesting objects, when he was again greeted by his faithful disciple. Return to Original English Version

disengaged /ˌdɪsɪnˈɡeɪdʒd/ — livre; desocupado; desprendeu. 'I trust I shall have the pleasure of seeing you and your friend at my rooms, and of spending a pleasant evening with you, after this awkward mistake,' said the little doctor; 'are you disengaged this evening?' Return to Original English Version

disentangling /ˌdɪsɪnˈtæŋɡəlɪŋ/ — desembaraçando; soltando. Mr. Pickwick had been so fully occupied in falling about, and disentangling himself, miraculously, from between the legs of horses, that he had not enjoyed sufficient leisure to observe the scene before him, until it assumed the appearance we have just described. Return to Original English Version

disfigured /dɪsˈfɪɡjərd/ — desfigurado. The post-boys, who had succeeded in cutting the traces, were standing, disfigured with mud and disordered by hard riding, by the horses' heads. Return to Original English Version

disgracing /dɪsˈɡreɪsɪŋ/ — desonrando; envergonhando. And you,' continued Mr. Wardle, turning abruptly round to his sister--'you, Rachael, at a time of life when you ought to know better, what do you mean by running away with a vagabond, disgracing your family, and making yourself miserable? Return to Original English Version

disinterested /dɪsˈɪntrəstɪd/ — altruísta; sem interesse próprio. 'Oh, my friend!' said poor Mr. Tupman, again grasping the hand of his companion, 'receive my warmest thanks for your disinterested kindness; and forgive me if I have ever, even in thought, done you the injustice of supposing that you could stand in my way. Return to Original English Version

disjointed /dɪsˈdʒɔɪntɪd/ — desconexo; fragmentado. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Return to Original English Version

dismally /ˈdɪzməli/ — tristemente; de modo lúgubre. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Return to Original English Version

dismay /dɪsˈmeɪ/ — consternação; espanto. The horse paused, stared, shook his head, turned round, and quietly trotted home to Rochester, leaving Mr. Winkle and Mr. Pickwick gazing on each other with countenances of blank dismay. Return to Original English Version

dismayed /dɪsˈmeɪd/ — consternado; desanimado. He was astonished, but by no means dismayed. Return to Original English Version

dismounted /dɪsˈmaʊntɪd/ — desmontou; apeou-se. 'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.' Return to Original English Version

disordered /dɪsˈɔːrdərd/ — desordenado; perturbado. The post-boys, who had succeeded in cutting the traces, were standing, disfigured with mud and disordered by hard riding, by the horses' heads. Return to Original English Version

dispassionate /dɪsˈpæʃənət/ — imparcial; sereno. 'We are not,' roared Mr. Pickwick, in a tone which, to any dispassionate listener, carried conviction with it. Return to Original English Version

dispensations /ˌdɪspɛnˈseɪʃənz/ — desígnios. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom. Return to Original English Version

dispenser /dɪˈspensər/ — responsável pela distribuição; distribuidor. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

displeasure /dɪsˈpleʒər/ — desagrado; descontentamento. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

disposition /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/ — temperamento; índole. Now whether the tall horse, in the natural playfulness of his disposition, was desirous of having a little innocent recreation with Mr. Winkle, or whether it occurred to him that he could perform the journey as much to his own satisfaction without a rider as with one, are points upon which, of course, we can arrive at no definite and distinct conclusion. Return to Original English Version

dispositions /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃənz/ — índoles; temperamentos. The young ladies were pretty, their manners winning, their dispositions unexceptionable; but there was a dignity in the air, a touch-me-not- ishness in the walk, a majesty in the eye, of the spinster aunt, to which, at their time of life, they could lay no claim, which distinguished her from any female on whom Mr. Tupman had ever gazed. Return to Original English Version

dissemble /dɪˈsembəl/ — dissimular; esconder os sentimentos. 'My dear fellow,' replied the unsuspicious Mr. Tupman, fervently grasping his 'friend's' hand--'carry my best love--say how hard I find it to dissemble--say anything that's kind: but add how sensible I am of the necessity of the suggestion she made to me, through you, this morning. Return to Original English Version

dissimulation /dɪˌsɪmjəˈleɪʃən/ — dissimulação; fingimento. 'Nothing, only add how ardently I long for the time when I may call her mine, and all dissimulation may be unnecessary.' Return to Original English Version

dissipation /ˌdɪsəˈpeɪʃən/ — vida desregrada; excessos. Mr. Tupman was not in a condition to rise, after the unwonted dissipation of the previous night; Mr. Snodgrass appeared to labour under a poetical depression of spirits; and even Mr. Pickwick evinced an unusual attachment to silence and soda- water. Return to Original English Version

dissolute /ˈdɪsəluːt/ — dissoluto; devasso. He was a morose, savage-hearted, bad man; idle and dissolute in his habits; cruel and ferocious in his disposition. Return to Original English Version

distantly /ˈdɪstəntli/ — distantemente; de longe. Mr. Jingle's face gradually relaxed; and something distantly resembling a wink quivered for an instant in his left eye. Return to Original English Version

distilled /dɪˈstɪld/ — destilado. 'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.' Return to Original English Version

distiller's /dɪˈstɪlərz/ — estabelecimento do destilador; destilaria. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

distinctions /dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz/ — distinções; honrarias; diferenças de status. I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. Return to Original English Version

distractedly /dɪˈstræktɪdli/ — distraidamente; aflito. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Return to Original English Version

distressing /dɪˈstrɛsɪŋ/ — angustiante; afligindo. It's a distressing case--very; I never knew one more so; but really, my dear sir, really we have no power to control this lady's actions. Return to Original English Version

dived /daɪvd/ — mergulhou; enfiou-se. Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes. Return to Original English Version

divest /daɪˈvest/ — livrar; despojar. At length he fell into that state of partial unconsciousness, in which the mind wanders uneasily from scene to scene, and from place to place, without the control of reason, but still without being able to divest itself of an indescribable sense of present suffering. Return to Original English Version

divested /daɪˈvestɪd/ — tirou; despojou. He had divested himself of his brown paper parcel, but had made no alteration in his attire, and was, if possible, more loquacious than ever. Return to Original English Version

dodging /ˈdɑːdʒɪŋ/ — esquivas; movimento evasivo. 'What am I to do?' shouted Mr. Winkle, after the dodging had been prolonged for a considerable time. Return to Original English Version

dogged /ˈdɒɡɪd/ — seguiu de perto; obstinado. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

doggerel /ˈdɑːɡərəl/ — versos ruins; rimas grosseiras. A short pause, and he shouted out a few doggerel rhymes--the last he had ever learned. Return to Original English Version

domestics /dəˈmestɪks/ — criados; empregados domésticos. Heavy footsteps were heard in the passage; the parlour door was suddenly burst open; and the man who had cleaned Mr. Pickwick's boots on his first arrival, rushed into the room, followed by the fat boy and all the domestics. Return to Original English Version

doth /dʌθ/ — faz. 'We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, We won't go home till morning, Till daylight doth appear.' Return to Original English Version

downwards /ˈdaʊnwərdz/ — para baixo; em declínio. I traced his progress downwards, step by step, until at last he reached that excess of destitution from which he never rose again. Return to Original English Version

doze /doʊz/ — cochilo; cochilar. 'A wretched-looking woman, the man's wife, met me on the stairs, and, telling me that he had just fallen into a kind of doze, led me softly in, and placed a chair for me at the bedside. Return to Original English Version

drab /dræb/ — pardacento; sem graça. His upper garment was a long black surtout; and below it he wore wide drab trousers, and large boots, running rapidly to seed. Return to Original English Version

drabs /dræbz/ — calças justas de tecido pardo. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

draper's /ˈdreɪpərz/ — do comerciante de tecidos; da loja de tecidos. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

draught /drɑːft/ — corrente de ar. Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred. Return to Original English Version

dreamless /ˈdriːmləs/ — sem sonhos. The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Return to Original English Version

dreamt /drɛmt/ — sonhou; sonhado. 'Say he dreamt it,' replied Mr. Jingle coolly. Return to Original English Version

drinkables /ˈdrɪŋkəbəlz/ — bebidas. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on. Return to Original English Version

drooping /ˈdruːpɪŋ/ — pendente; caído; murcho. Here, however, an object presented itself, which rekindled their hopes, and reanimated their drooping spirits. Return to Original English Version

drowsy /ˈdraʊzi/ — sonolento; propenso a dormir. The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Return to Original English Version

drunkard /ˈdrʌŋkərd/ — bêbado; beberrão. 'The man of whom I speak was a low pantomime actor; and, like many people of his class, an habitual drunkard. Return to Original English Version

dubiously /ˈduːbiəsli/ — com dúvida; de modo hesitante. 'Hem!' said Miss Wardle, rather dubiously. Return to Original English Version

duly /ˈduːli/ — devidamente; conforme o esperado. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Return to Original English Version

dumpling /ˈdʌmplɪŋ/ — bolinho de massa. 'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation. Return to Original English Version

dyed /daɪd/ — tingida. His face turned black, the gore rushed from his mouth and nose, and dyed the grass a deep, dark red, as he staggered and fell. Return to Original English Version

earnestly /ˈɜːrnɪstli/ — seriamente; com convicção. 'Snodgrass,' said Mr. Winkle, when they had turned out of the public street.'Snodgrass, my dear fellow, can I rely upon your secrecy?' As he said this, he most devoutly and earnestly hoped he could not. Return to Original English Version

earnestness /ˈɜːnɪstnəs/ — seriedade; sinceridade. 'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Jingle, with affected earnestness, 'forgive intrusion--short acquaintance--no time for ceremony--all discovered.' Return to Original English Version

earthen /ˈɜːrθən/ — de barro; feito de argila. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

earthy /ˈɜːθi/ — terroso. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

eatables /ˈiːtəbəlz/ — comidas; alimentos. Joe!' (Sundry taps on the head with a stick, and the fat boy, with some difficulty, roused from his lethargy.) 'Come, hand in the eatables.' Return to Original English Version

echoed /ˈɛkoʊd/ — ecoaram; devolveram o som. 'Capital!' echoed both Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

ecstasies /ˈekstəsiz/ — êxtases; explosões de alegria. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

eddy /ˈedi/ — redemoinho; remoinho. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

edging /ˈedʒɪŋ/ — movendo-se aos poucos; esgueirando-se. 'God bless me, no!' replied Mr. Pickwick, edging a little from the balustrade, as the possibility of the dismal man's tipping him over, by way of experiment, occurred to him rather forcibly. Return to Original English Version

edification /ˌedɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ — instrução; proveito edificante. 'You did make some notes, I think, about John Edmunds, did you not?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who appeared very desirous to draw his friend out, for the edification of his new visitors. Return to Original English Version

effected /ɪˈfektɪd/ — realizou; efetuou; causou. This complicated process having been effected, the party walked slowly forward, leading the horse among them, and abandoning the chaise to its fate. Return to Original English Version

effectually /ɪˈfektʃuəli/ — eficazmente; completamente. Pickwick) would not deny that he was influenced by human passions and human feelings (cheers)--possibly by human weaknesses (loud cries of "No"); but this he would say, that if ever the fire of self-importance broke out in his bosom, the desire to benefit the human race in preference effectually quenched it. Return to Original English Version

effervescing /ˌefərˈvesɪŋ/ — efervescendo; transbordando. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

ejaculated /ɪˈdʒækjəleɪtɪd/ — exclamou; bradou de repente. 'What!' ejaculated Mr. Pickwick, laying his hand upon his note-book. Return to Original English Version

ejaculations /ɪˌdʒækjəˈleɪʃənz/ — exclamações súbitas; brados. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

elapsed /ɪˈlæpst/ — transcorreu. 'Sudden disappearance--talk of the whole city--search made everywhere without success--public fountain in the great square suddenly ceased playing--weeks elapsed-- still a stoppage--workmen employed to clean it--water drawn off--father- in-law discovered sticking head first in the main pipe, with a full confession in his right boot--took him out, and the fountain played away again, as well as ever.' Return to Original English Version

elasticity /ˌɪlæˈstɪsəti/ — elasticidade; capacidade de recuperação. At one time there was a sudden pressure from behind, and then Mr. Pickwick was jerked forward for several yards, with a degree of speed and elasticity highly inconsistent with the general gravity of his demeanour; at another moment there was a request to 'keep back' from the front, and then the butt-end of a musket was either dropped upon Mr. Pickwick's toe, to remind him of the demand, or thrust into his chest, to insure its being complied with. Return to Original English Version

elbowing /ˈelboʊɪŋ/ — abrindo caminho com os cotovelos. 'Ain't you, though--ain't you?' said the young man, appealing to Mr. Pickwick, and making his way through the crowd by the infallible process of elbowing the countenances of its component members. Return to Original English Version

elegantly /ˈɛlɪɡəntli/ — elegantemente. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Return to Original English Version

elevating /ˈeləveɪtɪŋ/ — erguendo; elevando. 'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. Return to Original English Version

elm /ɛlm/ — olmo. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

elms /ɛlmz/ — olmos. The tall old elms, through whose branches the declining sun cast here and there a rich ray of light upon the shady part, awakened the associations of his earliest days. Return to Original English Version

eloquence /ˈeləkwəns/ — eloquência; poder de persuasão. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. Return to Original English Version

eloquent /ˈɛləkwənt/ — eloquente. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

emaciated /ɪˈmeɪʃieɪtɪd/ — emaciado; extremamente magro. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

emanated /ˈeməneɪtɪd/ — emanou; originou-se. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Return to Original English Version

emanating /ˈeməneɪtɪŋ/ — emanando; proveniente. 'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Return to Original English Version

embellishments /ɪmˈbelɪʃmənts/ — enfeites; acréscimos idealizados. 'Ah! poetry makes life what light and music do the stage--strip the one of the false embellishments, and the other of its illusions, and what is there real in either to live or care for?' Return to Original English Version

emolument /ɪˈmɒljʊmənt/ — benefício financeiro. When everybody had eaten as much as possible, the cloth was removed, bottles, glasses, and dessert were placed on the table; and the waiters withdrew to 'clear away,' or in other words, to appropriate to their own private use and emolument whatever remnants of the eatables and drinkables they could contrive to lay their hands on. Return to Original English Version

emphatically /ɪmˈfætɪkli/ — enfaticamente; categoricamente. There is no guessing in what form of reply the aunt's indignation would have vented itself, had not Mr. Wardle unconsciously changed the subject, by calling emphatically for Joe. Return to Original English Version

enacting /ɪˈnæktɪŋ/ — acontecendo; sendo representado. Let them look abroad and contemplate the scenes which were enacting around them. Return to Original English Version

enamoured /ɪˈnæmərd/ — apaixonado; encantado. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Return to Original English Version

enchanted /ɪnˈtʃæntɪd/ — enfeitiçou; encantado. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

enchanting /ɪnˈtʃɑːntɪŋ/ — encantador; fascinante. 'Will you permit me?' said Mr. Tupman, in his blandest manner, touching the enchanting Rachael's wrist with one hand, and gently elevating the bottle with the other. Return to Original English Version

encouragingly /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋli/ — de modo encorajador. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Return to Original English Version

encroached /ɪnˈkroʊtʃt/ — avançou; invadiu gradualmente. Time and feeding had expanded that once romantic form; the black silk waistcoat had become more and more developed; inch by inch had the gold watch-chain beneath it disappeared from within the range of Tupman's vision; and gradually had the capacious chin encroached upon the borders of the white cravat: but the soul of Tupman had known no change-- admiration of the fair sex was still its ruling passion. Return to Original English Version

encroachments /ɪnˈkroʊtʃmənts/ — avanços indevidos; invasões graduais. In the Borough especially, there still remain some half-dozen old inns, which have preserved their external features unchanged, and which have escaped alike the rage for public improvement and the encroachments of private speculation. Return to Original English Version

endanger /ɪnˈdeɪndʒər/ — pôr em perigo; ameaçar. 'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Return to Original English Version

endeavouring /ɪnˈdevərɪŋ/ — tentando; esforçando-se. '"Ah!" said the invalid, passing his hand across his forehead; "Hutley-- Hutley--let me see." He seemed endeavouring to collect his thoughts for a few seconds, and then grasping me tightly by the wrist said, "Don't leave me--don't leave me, old fellow. Return to Original English Version

enfeebled /ɪnˈfiːbəld/ — enfraqueceu; debilitado. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

engrossed /ɪnˈɡroʊst/ — absorto; completamente ocupado. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object-- possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass. Return to Original English Version

enlarging /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒɪŋ/ — ampliando; expandindo. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

enlightened /ɪnˈlaɪtənd/ — iluminado; esclarecido. It has been conjectured that Mr. Pickwick was on the point of delivering some remarks which would have enlightened the world, if not the Thames, when he was thus interrupted; for he gazed sternly on the waiter's countenance, and then looked round on the company generally, as if seeking for information relative to the new-comers. Return to Original English Version

ensue /ɪnˈsuː/ — seguir-se; resultar. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue. Return to Original English Version

ensued /ɪnˈsuːd/ — seguiu-se; ocorreu depois. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

entanglements /ɪnˈtæŋɡəlmənts/ — complicações. And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey. Return to Original English Version

entertainer /ˌentərˈteɪnər/ — artista; animador. 'Plenty, thank you,' replied that gentleman, whose poetic curiosity had been greatly excited by the last observation of his entertainer. Return to Original English Version

entertainers /ˌentərˈteɪnərz/ — artistas; animadores. As the Pickwickians turned round to take a last glimpse of it, the setting sun cast a rich glow on the faces of their entertainers, and fell upon the form of the fat boy. Return to Original English Version

entreat /ɪnˈtriːt/ — implorar; suplicar. 'I entreat you to be quiet, Payne,' said the other. Return to Original English Version

entreaty /ɪnˈtriːti/ — súplica; pedido insistente. 'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. Return to Original English Version

enveloped /ɪnˈveləpt/ — envolvido; coberto. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

epistle /ɪˈpɪsəl/ — epístola. Mr. Pickwick opened the epistle. Return to Original English Version

equable /ˈekwəbəl/ — equilibrado; constante. Nothing in the whole adventure, not even the upset, had disturbed the calm and equable current of Mr. Pickwick's temper. Return to Original English Version

equanimity /ˌekwəˈnɪməti/ — equanimidade; serenidade. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool. Return to Original English Version

equestrian /ɪˈkwestriən/ — equestre; relativo à equitação. Now Mr. Winkle did entertain considerable misgivings in the very lowest recesses of his own heart, relative to his equestrian skill; but, as he would not have them even suspected, on any account, he at once replied with great hardihood, 'Certainly. Return to Original English Version

ere /ɪə/ — aqui. Want to put that ere horse up, do ee?' repeated the red-headed man, leaning on his spade. Return to Original English Version

especial /ɪˈspeʃəl/ — especial; particular. The stranger recognised his friends immediately; and, darting forward and seizing Mr. Pickwick by the hand, dragged him to a seat with his usual impetuosity, talking all the while as if the whole of the arrangements were under his especial patronage and direction. Return to Original English Version

esq /ɪˈskwaɪər/ — senhor. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. Return to Original English Version

eulogium /juːˈləʊdʒiəm/ — elogio formal. Mr. Pickwick fully entered into the spirit of this eulogium, but he could not exactly re-echo its terms; for the soft light of intelligence burned rather feebly in the eyes of the warriors, inasmuch as the command 'eyes front' had been given, and all the spectator saw before him was several thousand pair of optics, staring straight forward, wholly divested of any expression whatever. Return to Original English Version

ev'nin's /ˈiːvnɪnz/ — noites. I spent some ev'nin's at your club last winter--picked up my friend Mr. Tupman here this morning, and very glad I was to see him. Return to Original English Version

ev'ry /ˈevri/ — cada (forma dialetal de every). 'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book). Return to Original English Version

evinced /ɪˈvɪnst/ — demonstrou; manifestou. Mr. Tupman was not in a condition to rise, after the unwonted dissipation of the previous night; Mr. Snodgrass appeared to labour under a poetical depression of spirits; and even Mr. Pickwick evinced an unusual attachment to silence and soda- water. Return to Original English Version

evolutions /ˌevəˈluːʃənz/ — manobras; movimentos complexos. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose. Return to Original English Version

exceedingly /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋli/ — extremamente; muitíssimo. 'The consumption of tobacco in these towns,' continues Mr. Pickwick, 'must be very great, and the smell which pervades the streets must be exceedingly delicious to those who are extremely fond of smoking. Return to Original English Version

excellently /ˈeksələntli/ — excelentemente. 'Suit me excellently,' said the stranger, 'five precisely--till then-- care of yourselves;' and lifting the pinched-up hat a few inches from his head, and carelessly replacing it very much on one side, the stranger, with half the brown paper parcel sticking out of his pocket, walked briskly up the yard, and turned into the High Street. Return to Original English Version

exclamations /ˌekskləˈmeɪʃənz/ — exclamações. 'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. Return to Original English Version

exerted /ɪɡˈzɜːrtɪd/ — exerceu; esforçou-se. The wine, which had exerted its somniferous influence over Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle, had stolen upon the senses of Mr. Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

exertion /ɪɡˈzɜːrʃən/ — esforço; atividade intensa. Overpowered with watching and exertion, I had closed my eyes for a few minutes, when I felt a violent clutch on my shoulder. Return to Original English Version

exertions /ɪɡˈzɜːrʃənz/ — esforços. 'They were poor--they could not be otherwise when the man pursued such courses; but the woman's unceasing and unwearied exertions, early and late, morning, noon, and night, kept them above actual want. Return to Original English Version

exhibiting /ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪŋ/ — exibindo; apresentando. There was the coat in its usual place, but exhibiting, on a close inspection, evident tokens of having been worn on the preceding night. Return to Original English Version

exhilarated /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪd/ — eufórico; muito animado. When they had gone over that much ground, however, and the horses getting thoroughly warmed began to do their work in really good style, Mr. Pickwick became too much exhilarated with the rapidity of the motion, to remain any longer perfectly mute. Return to Original English Version

exhilarating /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/ — estimulante; revigorante. 'The other party, and a surgeon, I suppose,' said Mr. Snodgrass; 'take a drop of brandy.' Mr. Winkle seized the wicker bottle which his friend proffered, and took a lengthened pull at the exhilarating liquid. Return to Original English Version

expatiated /ɪkˈspeɪʃieɪtɪd/ — discorreu longamente. Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could. Return to Original English Version

expiration /ˌekspəˈreɪʃən/ — término; fim de um período. At the expiration of the term, steadily adhering to his old resolution and the pledge he gave his mother, he made his way back to England amidst innumerable difficulties, and returned, on foot, to his native place. Return to Original English Version

expressive /ɪkˈspresɪv/ — expressivo. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

expressively /ɪkˈspresɪvli/ — expressivamente; de modo revelador. 'Hush!' said Mr. Jingle, in a stage-whisper--'Large boy--dumpling face-- round eyes--rascal!' Here he shook his head expressively, and the spinster aunt trembled with agitation. Return to Original English Version

extinguished /ɪkˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/ — apagou; aniquilado. He, Doctor Slammer, of the 97th, to be extinguished in a moment, by a man whom nobody had ever seen before, and whom nobody knew even now! Return to Original English Version

extricate /ˈekstrɪkeɪt/ — desvencilhar; livrar. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

extricated /ˈekstrɪkeɪtɪd/ — desvencilhou; libertado. After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view. Return to Original English Version

exulting /ɪɡˈzʌltɪŋ/ — exultando; jubilando. He was exulting. Return to Original English Version

exultingly /ɪɡˈzʌltɪŋli/ — com exultação; triunfalmente. 'Ah! we are moving now,' said the old gentleman exultingly. Return to Original English Version

eyeing /ˈaɪɪŋ/ — observando; fitando. 'Forty-two,' replied the driver, eyeing him askant. Return to Original English Version

eyelid /ˈaɪlɪd/ — pálpebra. 'No,' replied Mr. Snodgrass; and a tear trembled on his sentimental eyelid, like a rain-drop on a window-frame--'no; he is not ill.' Return to Original English Version

facetious /fəˈsiːʃəs/ — jocoso; dado a gracejos. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

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facetiously /fəˈsiːʃəsli/ — jocosamente; em tom de brincadeira. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Return to Original English Version

factor's /ˈfæktəz/ — do negociante de grãos. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

faculties /ˈfækəltiz/ — faculdades mentais; capacidades. Mr. Pickwick had no leisure to observe either this or any other particular, the whole of his faculties being concentrated in the management of the animal attached to the chaise, who displayed various peculiarities, highly interesting to a bystander, but by no means equally amusing to any one seated behind him. Return to Original English Version

faintest /ˈfeɪntɪst/ — mais vaga; mínima. Enthusiastic as we are in the noble cause to which we have devoted ourselves, we should have felt a sensation of pride which we cannot express, and a consciousness of having done something to merit immortality of which we are now deprived, could we have laid the faintest outline on these addresses before our ardent readers. Return to Original English Version

faintly /ˈfeɪntli/ — vagamente; de leve. 'All right,' replied Mr. Winkle faintly. Return to Original English Version

faithless /ˈfeɪθləs/ — desleal; infiel. Shall we tell the lamentations that ensued when Miss Wardle found herself deserted by the faithless Jingle? Return to Original English Version

fancied /ˈfænsid/ — imaginou. It was evening, he fancied; he had a part to play that night; it was late, and he must leave home instantly. Return to Original English Version

fascination /ˌfæsɪˈneɪʃən/ — fascínio; encanto. The public- house had a fascination for him which he could not resist. Return to Original English Version

fastened /ˈfæsənd/ — prenderam; fixaram. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

fatigues /fəˈtiːɡz/ — fadigas; canseiras. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced. Return to Original English Version

fatiguing /fəˈtiːɡɪŋ/ — cansativo; exaustivo. The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Return to Original English Version

fatten /ˈfætən/ — engordar; nutrir-se abundantemente. The brave old plant in its lonely days, Shall fatten upon the past; For the stateliest building man can raise, Is the Ivy's food at last. Return to Original English Version

feasting /ˈfiːstɪŋ/ — banquetes; festejos. Behind it rose the ancient castle, its towers roofless, and its massive walls crumbling away, but telling us proudly of its old might and strength, as when, seven hundred years ago, it rang with the clash of arms, or resounded with the noise of feasting and revelry. Return to Original English Version

feeble /ˈfiːbəl/ — fraco; débil. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Return to Original English Version

feebly /ˈfiːbli/ — debilmente; fracamente. He hid his face in his burning hands, and feebly bemoaned his own weakness, and the cruelty of his persecutors. Return to Original English Version

feigned /feɪnd/ — finge; fez de conta. His laughter was forced--his merriment feigned; and when at last he laid his aching temples between the sheets, he thought, with horrid delight, on the satisfaction it would afford him to have Jingle's head at that moment between the feather bed and the mattress. Return to Original English Version

fellow's /ˈfeloʊz/ — do sujeito; do camarada. C."' said the stranger--'queer set out--old fellow's likeness, and "P. Return to Original English Version

felon /ˈfelən/ — criminoso; condenado. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

ferment /ˈfɜːrment/ — fermento; agitação. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Return to Original English Version

ferocious /fəˈroʊʃəs/ — feroz; brutal. The little doctor looked wrathful, but confounded; and Mr. Payne gazed with a ferocious aspect on the beaming countenance of the unconscious Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

ferocity /fəˈrɑːsəti/ — ferocidade. Doctor Slammer looked unutterable ferocity, as he fixed his hat on his head with an indignant knock; and the stranger and Mr. Tupman ascended to the bedroom of the latter to restore the borrowed plumage to the unconscious Winkle. Return to Original English Version

fervent /ˈfɜːrvənt/ — fervente; ardoroso. 'I bore the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son in prison; and I carried the solemn assurance of repentance, and his fervent supplication for pardon, to her sick-bed. Return to Original English Version

fervently /ˈfɜːrvəntli/ — fervorosamente; com ardor. 'In the cause of friendship,' he fervently exclaimed, 'I would brave all dangers.' Return to Original English Version

fervour /ˈfɜːrvər/ — fervor (grafia britânica). 'Magnificent ruin!' said Mr. Augustus Snodgrass, with all the poetic fervour that distinguished him, when they came in sight of the fine old castle. Return to Original English Version

festivity /feˈstɪvəti/ — festa; celebração. Mr. Tupman again expressed an earnest wish to be present at the festivity; but meeting with no response in the darkened eye of Mr. Snodgrass, or the abstracted gaze of Mr. Pickwick, he applied himself with great interest to the port wine and dessert, which had just been placed on the table. Return to Original English Version

fiddles /ˈfɪdəlz/ — violinos. 'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille. Return to Original English Version

fielding /ˈfiːldɪŋ/ — Fielding. Fielding tells us that man is fire, and woman tow, and the Prince of Darkness sets a light to 'em. Return to Original English Version

figurative /ˈfɪɡjərətɪv/ — figurado. What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Return to Original English Version

finery /ˈfaɪnəri/ — trajes de gala; adereços. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

fireside /ˈfaɪərsaɪd/ — canto da lareira. 'Now this,' said the hospitable host, who was sitting in great state next the old lady's arm-chair, with her hand fast clasped in his--'this is just what I like--the happiest moments of my life have been passed at this old fireside; and I am so attached to it, that I keep up a blazing fire here every evening, until it actually grows too hot to bear it. Return to Original English Version

fives /faɪvz/ — grupos de cinco. 'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.' Return to Original English Version

fizzgig /ˈfɪzɡɪɡ/ — Fizzgig. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

fizzing /ˈfɪzɪŋ/ — chiando. There was a great fizzing and banging of guns, and starting of ladies--and then a mine was sprung, to the gratification of everybody--and when the mine had gone off, the military and the company followed its example, and went off too. Return to Original English Version

flapping /ˈflæpɪŋ/ — batendo as asas. There was a solemn pause--a shout--a flapping of wings--a faint click. Return to Original English Version

flashed /flæʃt/ — lampejaram; refletiram. 'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book). Return to Original English Version

flatter /ˈflætər/ — mais plano. 'There!' said the criminal Miller triumphantly, as he took up the odd trick at the conclusion of a hand; 'that could not have been played better, I flatter myself; impossible to have made another trick!' Return to Original English Version

flattering /ˈflætərɪŋ/ — lisonjeiro; elogioso; favorecedor. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

flattery /ˈflætəri/ — bajulação; lisonja. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

flickered /ˈflɪkərd/ — tremeluziu; bruxuleou. Like a gas-lamp in the street, with the wind in the pipe, he had exhibited for a moment an unnatural brilliancy, then sank so low as to be scarcely discernible; after a short interval, he had burst out again, to enlighten for a moment; then flickered with an uncertain, staggering sort of light, and then gone out altogether. Return to Original English Version

flirtation /flɜːrˈteɪʃən/ — flerte. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

flitted /ˈflɪtɪd/ — esgueirou-se; passou veloz. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

floated /ˈfloʊtɪd/ — flutuou; boiou. Indistinct visions of rook-pie floated through his imagination. Return to Original English Version

flung /flʌŋ/ — arremessou; lançou. What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Return to Original English Version

flushed /flʌʃt/ — corado; ruborizado. It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. Return to Original English Version

fluttering /ˈflʌtərɪŋ/ — esvoaçante; que tremula. A few moments of eager expectation, and colours were seen fluttering gaily in the air, arms glistened brightly in the sun, column after column poured on to the plain. Return to Original English Version

fob /fɑːb/ — bolso do relógio. A gold watch-chain, and seals, depended from his fob. Return to Original English Version

foils /fɔɪlz/ — floretes. There were a couple of shelves, with a few plates and cups and saucers; and a pair of stage shoes and a couple of foils hung beneath them. Return to Original English Version

fondly /ˈfɑːndli/ — carinhosamente; ingenuamente. 'Now make haste,' said Mr. Wardle; for the fat boy was hanging fondly over a capon, which he seemed wholly unable to part with. Return to Original English Version

fondness /ˈfɑːndnəs/ — afeição; gosto por. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Return to Original English Version

footed /ˈfʊtɪd/ — de pés (em flat-footed, de pés chatos). It was late in the afternoon when the four friends and their four-footed companion turned into the lane leading to Manor Farm; and even when they were so near their place of destination, the pleasure they would otherwise have experienced was materially damped as they reflected on the singularity of their appearance, and the absurdity of their situation. Return to Original English Version

footlights /ˈfʊtlaɪts/ — luzes da ribalta. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

footpaths /ˈfʊtpæθs/ — calçadas. As their walk, which was not above two miles long, lay through shady lanes and sequestered footpaths, and as their conversation turned upon the delightful scenery by which they were on every side surrounded, Mr. Pickwick was almost inclined to regret the expedition they had used, when he found himself in the main street of the town of Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

forbearance /fɔːrˈberəns/ — tolerância; contenção. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Return to Original English Version

forcibly /ˈfɔːrsəbli/ — à força; compulsoriamente. A thrill passed over Mr. Winkle's frame as the conviction that he had nothing to hope from his friend's fears, and that he was destined to become an animated target, rushed forcibly upon him. Return to Original English Version

foreboding /fɔːrˈboʊdɪŋ/ — pressentimento sombrio; agourento. Mr. Winkle responded with a forced smile, and took up the spare gun with an expression of countenance which a metaphysical rook, impressed with a foreboding of his approaching death by violence, may be supposed to assume. Return to Original English Version

forefinger /ˈfɔːrfɪŋɡər/ — dedo indicador. 'There--the gentleman in the blue cloak.' Mr. Snodgrass looked in the direction indicated by the forefinger of his friend, and observed a figure, muffled up, as he had described. Return to Original English Version

foregoing /fɔːrˈɡoʊɪŋ/ — precedente; acima mencionado. It would afford us the highest gratification to be enabled to record Mr. Pickwick's opinion of the foregoing anecdote. Return to Original English Version

foresaw /fɔːrˈsɔː/ — previu. Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said-- Return to Original English Version

foretold /fɔːrˈtoʊld/ — predissera; profetizara. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

forfeit /ˈfɔːrfɪt/ — penalidade. God! what would I forfeit to have the days of my childhood restored, or to be able to forget them for ever!' Return to Original English Version

forgetfulness /fərˈɡetfəlnəs/ — esquecimento; falta de memória. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

formalities /fɔːrˈmælətiz/ — formalidades. Several guests who were assembled in the old parlour rose to greet Mr. Pickwick and his friends upon their entrance; and during the performance of the ceremony of introduction, with all due formalities, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to observe the appearance, and speculate upon the characters and pursuits, of the persons by whom he was surrounded--a habit in which he, in common with many other great men, delighted to indulge. Return to Original English Version

fort'ns /ˈfɔːtʃənz/ — fortunas. 'Oh, wery well, Sir,' replied Sam, 'we shan't be bankrupts, and we shan't make our fort'ns. Return to Original English Version

forthwith /ˌfɔːrθˈwɪθ/ — imediatamente; sem demora. Mr. Pickwick looked very hard at the man's face, but his features were immovable, so he noted down the fact forthwith. Return to Original English Version

fortification /ˌfɔːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ — fortificação. 'If you will take the trouble to turn into the field which borders the trench, take the foot-path to the left when you arrive at an angle of the fortification, and keep straight on, till you see me, I will precede you to a secluded place, where the affair can be conducted without fear of interruption.' Return to Original English Version

fortifications /ˌfɔːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/ — fortificações. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung. Return to Original English Version

forwarding /ˈfɔːrwərdɪŋ/ — encaminhando; enviando. And with such admonitions as these, the old gentleman ran up and down the yard, and bustled to and fro, in a state of excitement which communicated itself to Mr. Pickwick also; and under the influence of which, that gentleman got himself into complicated entanglements with harness, and mixed up with horses and wheels of chaises, in the most surprising manner, firmly believing that by so doing he was materially forwarding the preparations for their resuming their journey. Return to Original English Version

fowl /faʊl/ — ave; galinha. 'Great pleasure--not presume to dictate, but broiled fowl and mushrooms- -capital thing! Return to Original English Version

fowls /faʊlz/ — aves; aves domésticas. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

fragrant /ˈfreɪɡrənt/ — perfumado; aromático. A night of quiet and repose in the profound silence of Dingley Dell, and an hour's breathing of its fresh and fragrant air on the ensuing morning, completely recovered Mr. Pickwick from the effects of his late fatigue of body and anxiety of mind. Return to Original English Version

frailties /ˈfreɪltiz/ — fraquezas; fragilidades. 'MY DEAR PICKWICK,--_You_, my dear friend, are placed far beyond the reach of many mortal frailties and weaknesses which ordinary people cannot overcome. Return to Original English Version

frantically /ˈfræntɪkli/ — freneticamente; desesperadamente. 'I paid his expenses!' said Mr. Tupman, jumping up frantically. Return to Original English Version

freemen /ˈfriːmən/ — homens livres. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

frenzy /ˈfrenzi/ — frenesi; fúria. 'He's got ten pounds of mine!--stop him!--he's swindled me!--I won't bear it!- -I'll have justice, Pickwick!--I won't stand it!' and with sundry incoherent exclamations of the like nature, the unhappy gentleman spun round and round the apartment, in a transport of frenzy. Return to Original English Version

frequented /ˈfriːkwentɪd/ — frequentado; frequentava. Pools of water had collected in the narrow and little-frequented streets, and as many of the thinly-scattered oil-lamps had been blown out by the violence of the wind, the walk was not only a comfortless, but most uncertain one. Return to Original English Version

fright /fraɪt/ — susto; medo repentino. The child, who had been long since disturbed by his ravings, rose from its little bed, and ran towards its father, screaming with fright--the mother hastily caught it in her arms, lest he should injure it in the violence of his insanity; but, terrified by the alteration of his features, stood transfixed by the bedside. Return to Original English Version

frightful /ˈfraɪtfəl/ — terrível; assustador. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. Return to Original English Version

frill /frɪl/ — babado; folho. He was dressed all in black, with boots as shiny as his eyes, a low white neckcloth, and a clean shirt with a frill to it. Return to Original English Version

fro /froʊ/ — para trás; de um lado para outro. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. Return to Original English Version

frocks /frɑːks/ — vestidos; túnicas. When we add that a few boys in smock-frocks were lying asleep on heavy packages, wool-packs, and other articles that were scattered about on heaps of straw, we have described as fully as need be the general appearance of the yard of the White Hart Inn, High Street, Borough, on the particular morning in question. Return to Original English Version

frosty /ˈfrɔːsti/ — gelado; com geada. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

fulness /ˈfʊlnəs/ — plenitude (grafia antiga). 'I dare say I can,' replied Mr. Tupman, in the fulness of his heart. Return to Original English Version

functionaries /ˈfʌŋkʃəneriz/ — funcionários públicos. The less aristocratic officers of the 97th devoted themselves to the families of the less important functionaries from the dockyard. Return to Original English Version

functionary /ˈfʌŋkʃəneri/ — funcionário; encarregado. 'Hollo,' said that eccentric functionary, 'furniter's cheap where you come from, Sir. Return to Original English Version

furnish /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/ — fornecer; mobiliar; prover. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

furniter's /ˈfɜːrnɪtərz/ — os móveis são baratos. 'Hollo,' said that eccentric functionary, 'furniter's cheap where you come from, Sir. Return to Original English Version

fust /fʌst/ — primeiro (fala popular de first). Now, then, fust cab!' And the first cab having been fetched from the public- house, where he had been smoking his first pipe, Mr. Pickwick and his portmanteau were thrown into the vehicle. Return to Original English Version

futile /ˈfjuːtaɪl/ — fútil; inútil. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Return to Original English Version

gaily /ˈɡeɪli/ — alegremente; com bom humor. A few moments of eager expectation, and colours were seen fluttering gaily in the air, arms glistened brightly in the sun, column after column poured on to the plain. Return to Original English Version

gallant /ˈɡælənt/ — galante; bravo; garboso. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

gallantry /ˈɡæləntri/ — galanteria; bravura; cortesia. 'My dear Sir,' said the good-humoured little doctor advancing with extended hand, 'I honour your gallantry. Return to Original English Version

galling /ˈɡɔːlɪŋ/ — atormentador; intenso. It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. Return to Original English Version

gallop /ˈɡæləp/ — galope. Yes: there was a chaise- and-four, a short distance before them, dashing along at full gallop. Return to Original English Version

galloping /ˈɡæləpɪŋ/ — galopando. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

gals /ɡælz/ — garotas; moças. My daughters, gentlemen--my gals these are; and that's my sister, Miss Rachael Wardle. Return to Original English Version

gambolling /ˈɡæmbəlɪŋ/ — brincando; saltitando. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Return to Original English Version

gammon /ˈɡæmən/ — bobagem; conversa fiada; enganacao. 'Never mind,' said the stranger, cutting the address very short, 'said enough--no more; smart chap that cabman--handled his fives well; but if I'd been your friend in the green jemmy--damn me--punch his head,--'cod I would,--pig's whisper--pieman too,--no gammon.' Return to Original English Version

garnish /ˈɡɑːrnɪʃ/ — enfeitar; adornar. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

garnished /ˈɡɑːrnɪʃt/ — guarnecido; ornado. He describes it as a large apartment, with a red brick floor and a capacious chimney; the ceiling garnished with hams, sides of bacon, and ropes of onions. Return to Original English Version

gaudy /ˈɡɔːdi/ — espalhafatoso; berrante. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

gayer /ˈɡeɪər/ — mais alegre; mais animado. There were more seeds and gayer flowers than there used to be, but there were the old trees still--the very tree under which he had lain a thousand times when tired of playing in the sun, and felt the soft, mild sleep of happy boyhood steal gently upon him. Return to Original English Version

gazed /ɡeɪzd/ — contemplou; olhou fixamente. Such was the individual on whom Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles (which he had fortunately recovered), and to whom he proceeded, when his friends had exhausted themselves, to return in chosen terms his warmest thanks for his recent assistance. Return to Original English Version

gazing /ˈɡeɪzɪŋ/ — contemplando; olhando fixamente. 'Don't know--never saw her in all my life--cut out the doctor--here goes.' And the stranger forthwith crossed the room; and, leaning against a mantel-piece, commenced gazing with an air of respectful and melancholy admiration on the fat countenance of the little old lady. Return to Original English Version

gen'l'm'n /ˈdʒɛnlmən/ — cavalheiro. If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.' Return to Original English Version

gen'l'm'n's /ˈdʒɛnlmənz/ — do cavalheiro. They puts things into old gen'l'm'n's heads as they never dreamed of. Return to Original English Version

gen'lm'n /ˈdʒɛnlmən/ — cavalheiro. 'Now, shiny Villiam,' said the hostler to the deputy hostler, 'give the gen'lm'n the ribbons.' Return to Original English Version

general's /ˈdʒenərəlz/ — do general. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

gent /dʒɛnt/ — cavalheiro; senhor. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.") Return to Original English Version

gentlemen's /ˈdʒɛntəlmənz/ — dos cavalheiros. After a great many jokes about squeezing the ladies' sleeves, and a vast quantity of blushing at sundry jocose proposals, that the ladies should sit in the gentlemen's laps, the whole party were stowed down in the barouche; and the stout gentleman proceeded to hand the things from the fat boy (who had mounted up behind for the purpose) into the carriage. Return to Original English Version

gentleness /ˈdʒentəlnəs/ — gentileza; brandura; suavidade. 'It is indeed a noble and a brilliant sight,' said Mr. Snodgrass, in whose bosom a blaze of poetry was rapidly bursting forth, 'to see the gallant defenders of their country drawn up in brilliant array before its peaceful citizens; their faces beaming--not with warlike ferocity, but with civilised gentleness; their eyes flashing--not with the rude fire of rapine or revenge, but with the soft light of humanity and intelligence.' Return to Original English Version

gentry /ˈdʒɛntri/ — pequena nobreza; pessoas de posição. 'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.' Return to Original English Version

ghastly /ˈɡæstli/ — cadavérico. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. Return to Original English Version

gibing /ˈdʒaɪbɪŋ/ — zombeteiros. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

gilt /ɡɪlt/ — dourado; com fios de ouro. 'It's a new coat,' said Mr. Tupman, as the stranger surveyed himself with great complacency in a cheval glass; 'the first that's been made with our club button,' and he called his companions' attention to the large gilt button which displayed a bust of Mr. Pickwick in the centre, and the letters 'P. Return to Original English Version

glare /ɡlɛr/ — brilho ofuscante; clarão. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!' Return to Original English Version

glassy /ˈɡlæsi/ — vítreo; espelhado; vidrado. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

glazed /ɡleɪzd/ — esmaltado; vitrificado. Officers were running backwards and forwards, first communicating with Colonel Bulder, and then ordering the sergeants, and then running away altogether; and even the very privates themselves looked from behind their glazed stocks with an air of mysterious solemnity, which sufficiently bespoke the special nature of the occasion. Return to Original English Version

gleam /ɡliːm/ — clarão; brilho trêmulo. No; it could not have been the fat boy; there was not a gleam of mirth, or anything but feeding in his whole visage. Return to Original English Version

glee /ɡliː/ — alegria. 'Go to vork, Sam!--and they crowded with great glee round the party. Return to Original English Version

glided /ˈɡlaɪdɪd/ — deslizou; escorregou. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream. Return to Original English Version

glimmered /ˈɡlɪmərd/ — bruxuleou; brilhou fracamente. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Return to Original English Version

glimmering /ˈɡlɪmərɪŋ/ — brilhando fracamente. They rushed into the kitchen, whither the truants had repaired, and at once obtained rather more than a glimmering of the real state of the case. Return to Original English Version

glimpses /ˈɡlɪmpsɪz/ — vislumbres; relances. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. Return to Original English Version

glistened /ˈɡlɪsənd/ — reluzia; reluziu. The stranger took Mr. Winkle's measure with his eye, and that feature glistened with satisfaction as he said, 'Just the thing.' Return to Original English Version

glistening /ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ/ — cintilando; reluzindo. There were insects, too, hideous crawling things, with eyes that stared upon him, and filled the very air around, glistening horribly amidst the thick darkness of the place. Return to Original English Version

gloating /ˈɡloʊtɪŋ/ — contemplando com prazer cobicoso. The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. Return to Original English Version

glories /ˈɡlɔːriz/ — glórias; esplendores. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

glowed /ɡloʊd/ — brilhava; ardia sem chama. Mr. Pickwick's countenance glowed with an expression of universal philanthropy, and Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass fell fast asleep. Return to Original English Version

grandda'aters /ˈɡrændɔːtərz/ — netas. 'Not one of my grandda'aters?' Return to Original English Version

grandee /ɡrænˈdiː/ — grande senhor; nobre. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

grandeur /ˈɡrændʒər/ — grandiosidade; magnificência. The appearance of everything on the lines denoted that the approaching ceremony was one of the utmost grandeur and importance. Return to Original English Version

grandma's /ˈɡrænmɑːz/ — da vovó. 'Grandma's rather put out now,' said Miss Isabella Wardle, in a low tone; 'but she'll talk to you presently.' Return to Original English Version

grasped /ɡræst/ — compreendeu. He grasped my shoulder convulsively, and, striking his breast with the other hand, made a desperate attempt to articulate. Return to Original English Version

grate /ɡreɪt/ — rangido; raspar áspero. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. Return to Original English Version

gratification /ˌɡrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ — satisfação; contentamento. It would afford us the highest gratification to be enabled to record Mr. Pickwick's opinion of the foregoing anecdote. Return to Original English Version

gratified /ˈɡrætɪfaɪd/ — satisfeito; contente. PICKWICK felt much gratified by the fair, candid, and full explanation of his honourable friend. Return to Original English Version

gratify /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ/ — satisfazer; comprazer. To this mode of life the man was compelled to resort; and taking the chair every night, at some low theatrical house, at once put him in possession of a few more shillings weekly, and enabled him to gratify his old propensity. Return to Original English Version

gratifying /ˈɡrætɪfaɪɪŋ/ — gratificante. A superficial traveller might object to the dirt, which is their leading characteristic; but to those who view it as an indication of traffic and commercial prosperity, it is truly gratifying.' Return to Original English Version

gratis /ˈɡrætɪs/ — grátis; gratuitamente. 'You're one o' the adwice gratis order,' thought Sam, 'or you wouldn't be so wery fond o' me all at once.' But he only said--'Well, Sir.' Return to Original English Version

grave's /ɡreɪvz/ — da sepultura; do túmulo. There is no stone at her grave's head. Return to Original English Version

gravely /ˈɡreɪvli/ — gravemente; com seriedade. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Return to Original English Version

graver /ˈɡreɪvər/ — mais grave; mais sério. There are in London several old inns, once the headquarters of celebrated coaches in the days when coaches performed their journeys in a graver and more solemn manner than they do in these times; but which have now degenerated into little more than the abiding and booking- places of country wagons. Return to Original English Version

grievance /ˈɡriːvəns/ — queixa; motivo de ressentimento. Beg your pardon, sir,' said Sam, when he had concluded, 'but wen I gets on this here grievance, I runs on like a new barrow with the wheel greased.' Having said which, and having paused for an instant to see whether he was wanted for anything more, Sam left the room. Return to Original English Version

grievous /ˈɡriːvəs/ — doloroso; muito pesado. The old lady was timorous--most old ladies are--and her first impression was that the bloated lad was about to do her some grievous bodily harm with the view of possessing himself of her loose coin. Return to Original English Version

grocer's /ˈɡroʊsərz/ — de mercearia. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

grossly /ˈɡroʊsli/ — grosseiramente; de modo ofensivo. It was but the day before my arrival that one of them had been most grossly insulted in the house of a publican. Return to Original English Version

grotesquely /ɡroʊˈtɛskli/ — grotescamente. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

gruffly /ˈɡrʌfli/ — asperamente; com voz rude. 'Vouldn't be gen-teel to answer, till you'd done talking,' replied Sam gruffly. Return to Original English Version

gunpowder /ˈɡʌnpaʊdər/ — pólvora. Mr. Jingle knew that young men, to spinster aunts, are as lighted gas to gunpowder, and he determined to essay the effect of an explosion without loss of time. Return to Original English Version

gusting /ˈɡʌstɪŋ/ — repugnante. 'Dis-gusting!' ejaculated both the young ladies. Return to Original English Version

gusts /ɡʌsts/ — rajadas de vento. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Return to Original English Version

haberdasher /ˈhæbəˌdæʃə/ — armarinheiro. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

habited /ˈhæbɪtɪd/ — vestido; trajado. He was habited in a coarse, striped waistcoat, with black calico sleeves, and blue glass buttons; drab breeches and leggings. Return to Original English Version

habitual /həˈbɪtʃuəl/ — habitual; costumeiro. 'The man of whom I speak was a low pantomime actor; and, like many people of his class, an habitual drunkard. Return to Original English Version

hackney /ˈhækni/ — cavalo ou coche de aluguel. 'Here's a lark!' shouted half a dozen hackney coachmen. Return to Original English Version

haggard /ˈhæɡərd/ — abatido; exausto. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man. Return to Original English Version

hailed /heɪld/ — chamou; saudou; era natural de. Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted. Return to Original English Version

hain't /heɪnt/ — não tenho; não tem; não é. 'Here I am! but I hain't a willin,' replied a voice. Return to Original English Version

halfpenny /ˈheɪpəni/ — meio penny; moeda de meio penny. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Return to Original English Version

halting /ˈhɔːltɪŋ/ — hesitante; entrecortado. Now it so happened that Mr. Pickwick and his three companions had resolved to make Rochester their first halting-place too; and having intimated to their new-found acquaintance that they were journeying to the same city, they agreed to occupy the seat at the back of the coach, where they could all sit together. Return to Original English Version

halves /hævz/ — metades. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.' Return to Original English Version

hamper /ˈhæmpər/ — cesto grande; cesta. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

hampers /ˈhæmpərz/ — cestos grandes; cestas. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

handings /ˈhændɪŋz/ — entregas. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

hardihood /ˈhɑːrdihʊd/ — ousadia; intrepidez; atrevimento. Now Mr. Winkle did entertain considerable misgivings in the very lowest recesses of his own heart, relative to his equestrian skill; but, as he would not have them even suspected, on any account, he at once replied with great hardihood, 'Certainly. Return to Original English Version

hark /hɑːrk/ — escute!; ouça!. Should they send men and lanterns in every direction by which they could be supposed likely to have travelled home? or should they--Hark! there they were. Return to Original English Version

harmonised /ˈhɑːrmənaɪzd/ — harmonizou; combinou bem. Nothing could have been more delightful to him--nothing could have harmonised so well with the peculiar feeling of each of his companions--as this sight. Return to Original English Version

harnessing /ˈhɑːrnɪsɪŋ/ — atrelando; colocando arreios. The hostler had somehow or other mislaid the key of the stable, and even when that was found, two sleepy helpers put the wrong harness on the wrong horses, and the whole process of harnessing had to be gone through afresh. Return to Original English Version

harps /hɑːrps/ — harpas. 'Forms going up--carpenters coming down--lamps, glasses, harps. Return to Original English Version

haste /heɪst/ — pressa; urgência. Make haste.' Return to Original English Version

hastened /ˈheɪsənd/ — apressou-se; acelerou. Mr. Pickwick having paused to make these observations, to be noted down at a more convenient period, hastened to rejoin his friends, who had turned out of the main street, and were already within sight of the field of battle. Return to Original English Version

hastily /ˈheɪstɪli/ — às pressas; apressadamente. 'Wanted!' said Mr. Winkle, hastily jumping out of bed, and putting on a few articles of clothing; 'wanted! at this distance from town--who on earth can want me?' Return to Original English Version

hasty /ˈheɪsti/ — apressado; precipitado; impulsivo. Mr. Pickwick had bestowed a hasty glance on these interesting objects, when he was again greeted by his faithful disciple. Return to Original English Version

headlong /ˈhɛdlɒŋ/ — de cabeça; precipitadamente. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

heaped /hiːpt/ — amontoado; imposto em grande quantidade. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Return to Original English Version

heaps /hiːps/ — montes; montinhos. With the exception of little heaps of rags and bundles which had been carelessly thrown into the corners of the room, these were the only things in the apartment. Return to Original English Version

heart's /hɑːrts/ — do coração. Not a word, not a look, not a glance, did he bestow upon his heart's pride of the evening before. Return to Original English Version

heartfelt /ˈhɑːrtfɛlt/ — sincero; sentido de coração. Mr. Snodgrass, having concluded his ablutions, took a survey of the room, while standing with his back to the fire, sipping his cherry brandy with heartfelt satisfaction. Return to Original English Version

heartrending /ˈhɑːrtˌrɛndɪŋ/ — comovente; dilacerante. Shall we extract Mr. Pickwick's masterly description of that heartrending scene? Return to Original English Version

hearty /ˈhɑːrti/ — farto; abundante; caloroso. Whole ages have fled and their works decayed, And nations have scattered been; But the stout old Ivy shall never fade, From its hale and hearty green. Return to Original English Version

heaved /hiːvd/ — arfou; ergueu-se. I wish I could think it was only manner--I hope it may be--' (Here the affectionate relative heaved a deep sigh, and shook her head despondingly). Return to Original English Version

heed /hiːd/ — prestar atenção; levar em conta. The sick man was lying with his face turned towards the wall; and as he took no heed of my presence, I had leisure to observe the place in which I found myself. Return to Original English Version

heeded /ˈhiːdɪd/ — deu atenção; fez caso. The spinster aunt heeded not the remark; she thought it applied to Mr. Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

heeltaps /ˈhiːltæps/ — restos de bebida. 'Beg your pardon, sir,' said the stranger, 'bottle stands--pass it round--way of the sun--through the button-hole--no heeltaps,' and he emptied his glass, which he had filled about two minutes before, and poured out another, with the air of a man who was used to it. Return to Original English Version

helplessness /ˈhɛlpləsnəs/ — impotência; desamparo. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! Return to Original English Version

hem /hɛm/ — bainha. 'Hem!' said Miss Wardle, rather dubiously. Return to Original English Version

henrys /ˈhɛnriz/ — os Henriques (os reis ingleses chamados Henrique). The founder of that family came into Kent when Julius Caesar invaded Britain;--only one member of it, since, who hasn't lived to eighty-five, and he was beheaded by one of the Henrys. Return to Original English Version

hereinafter /ˌhɪrɪnˈæftər/ — doravante. 'That, with the view just mentioned, this Association has taken into its serious consideration a proposal, emanating from the aforesaid, Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., and three other Pickwickians hereinafter named, for forming a new branch of United Pickwickians, under the title of The Corresponding Society of the Pickwick Club. Return to Original English Version

heroism /ˈheroʊɪzəm/ — heroísmo. Mr. Snodgrass winced a little at this, but his heroism was invincible. Return to Original English Version

hessians /ˈheʃənz/ — botas hessianas. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.' Return to Original English Version

hideous /ˈhɪdiəs/ — horrendo; repulsivo. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

highgate /ˈhaɪɡeɪt/ — Highgate. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

hilarity /hɪˈlærəti/ — hilaridade; folia. The indefatigable stranger rose betimes next morning, and, although his companions remained in bed overpowered with the dissipation of the previous night, exerted himself most successfully to promote the hilarity of the breakfast-table. Return to Original English Version

hinfant /ˈhɪnfənt/ — bebê. 'Warrant him quiet, Sir; a hinfant in arms might drive him.' Return to Original English Version

hissing /ˈhɪsɪŋ/ — sibilante; chiando; silvo. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

hitherto /ˌhɪðərˈtuː/ — até agora; até então. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

hogsheads /ˈhɒɡzhɛdz/ — tonéis; barris grandes. 'This way--this way--capital fun--lots of beer--hogsheads; rounds of beef--bullocks; mustard--cart-loads; glorious day--down with you--make yourself at home--glad to see you--very.' Return to Original English Version

hoi /hɔɪ/ — ei!; olá!. 'Hoi!' shouted the officers of the advancing line. Return to Original English Version

hollo /həˈloʊ/ — grito de chamada. 'Hollo!' replied a faint voice from within the bed-clothes. Return to Original English Version

homely /ˈhoʊmli/ — acolhedor; simples; caseiro. The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen. Return to Original English Version

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honeysuckle /ˈhʌniˌsʌkəl/ — madressilva. There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders. Return to Original English Version

hoofs /hʊfs/ — cascos. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Return to Original English Version

hopping /ˈhɑːpɪŋ/ — saltitando; pulando num pé. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

horgan /ˈhɔːɡən/ — realejo. My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. Return to Original English Version

hornsey /ˈhɔːrnzi/ — Hornsey (bairro do norte de Londres). 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

horrid /ˈhɒrɪd/ — horrível; detestável. 'Horrid spectacle-- very!' Return to Original English Version

horsewhipped /ˈhɔːrswɪpt/ — chicoteou; açoitou. 'Pooh, pooh!--nothing more easy--blackguard boy--lovely woman--fat boy horsewhipped--you believed--end of the matter--all comfortable.' Return to Original English Version

hospitable /hɒˈspɪtəbəl/ — hospitaleiro; acolhedor. 'Why, where have you been?' said the hospitable old gentleman; 'I've been waiting for you all day. Return to Original English Version

hostelries /ˈhɒstəlriz/ — hospedarias; estalagens. The reader would look in vain for any of these ancient hostelries, among the Golden Crosses and Bull and Mouths, which rear their stately fronts in the improved streets of London. Return to Original English Version

hostilities /hɒˈstɪlətiz/ — hostilidades; combates. Now Mr. Winkle had opened his eyes, and his ears too, when he heard his adversary call out for a cessation of hostilities; and perceiving by what he had afterwards said that there was, beyond all question, some mistake in the matter, he at once foresaw the increase of reputation he should inevitably acquire by concealing the real motive of his coming out; he therefore stepped boldly forward, and said-- Return to Original English Version

hostler /ˈɒstlər/ — cavalariço (de estalagem). An hostler stood near, holding by the bridle another immense horse--apparently a near relative of the animal in the chaise--ready saddled for Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

hostler's /ˈɒslərz/ — do cavalariço. Mr. Pickwick drew his coat closer about him, coiled himself more snugly up into the corner of the chaise, and fell into a sound sleep, from which he was only awakened by the stopping of the vehicle, the sound of the hostler's bell, and a loud cry of 'Horses on directly!' Return to Original English Version

hostlers /ˈhɒslərz/ — cavalariços. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

hour's /ˈaʊərz/ — de uma hora. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

howl /haʊl/ — uivo; lamúria. 'The old man uttered a loud yell which rang through the lonely fields like the howl of an evil spirit. Return to Original English Version

hows'ever /haʊˈzɛvər/ — no entanto. Hows'ever, that's neither here nor there. Return to Original English Version

hubbub /ˈhʌbʌb/ — algazarra; burburinho. 'Not at all--by no means,' replied the unabashed Mr. Jingle--'overheard the tale--came to warn you of your danger--tender my services--prevent the hubbub. Return to Original English Version

hue /hjuː/ — matiz; tonalidade. A great sensation was created throughout the room by the entrance of a tall gentleman in a blue coat and bright buttons, a large lady in blue satin, and two young ladies, on a similar scale, in fashionably-made dresses of the same hue. Return to Original English Version

huggin /ˈhʌɡɪn/ — abraçando. 'The strange gentleman--him as had his arm hurt--a-kissin' and huggin'-- ' Return to Original English Version

humbled /ˈhʌmbəld/ — humilhado; abatido. 'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. Return to Original English Version

humbug /ˈhʌmbʌɡ/ — impostor; farsante. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.") Return to Original English Version

humoured /ˈhjuːmərd/ — de humor, em compostos; fez a vontade a. 'My dear Sir,' said the good-humoured little doctor advancing with extended hand, 'I honour your gallantry. Return to Original English Version

humouredly /ˈhjuːmərdli/ — de bom humor (em good-humouredly). The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Return to Original English Version

hundredfold /ˈhʌndrədfoʊld/ — cem vezes mais. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

hurled /hɜːrld/ — arremessou; atirou com força. In the frenzy of his rage, he hurled the inkstand madly forward, and followed it up himself. Return to Original English Version

hurrying /ˈhɜːriɪŋ/ — correndo; apressando-se. Oh! how the long-forgotten thoughts of former days rushed upon his mind, as he almost ran up and down the narrow yard--as if intelligence would arrive the sooner for his hurrying--and how bitterly a sense of his helplessness and desolation rushed upon him, when he heard the truth! Return to Original English Version

hush /hʌʃ/ — silêncio; quieto. 'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.' Return to Original English Version

hushed /hʌʃt/ — baixo; silencioso. Everybody was hushed into a profound stillness as the individual addressed, replied-- Return to Original English Version

hysteric /hɪˈsterɪk/ — histérico. The spinster aunt uttered a piercing scream, burst into an hysteric laugh, and fell backwards in the arms of her nieces. Return to Original English Version

hysterics /hɪˈsterɪks/ — crise histérica; descontrole emocional. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Return to Original English Version

ignoble /ɪɡˈnoʊbəl/ — vil; indigno; baixo. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late. Return to Original English Version

ignominiously /ˌɪɡnəˈmɪniəsli/ — ignominiosamente. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Return to Original English Version

illumines /ɪˈluːmɪnz/ — ilumina. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

illustrious /ɪˈlʌstriəs/ — ilustres; eminentes. And how much more interesting did the spectacle become, when, starting into full life and animation, as a simultaneous call for 'Pickwick' burst from his followers, that illustrious man slowly mounted into the Windsor chair, on which he had been previously seated, and addressed the club himself had founded. Return to Original English Version

imaginings /ɪˈmædʒɪnɪŋz/ — fantasias; devaneios. He was roused from a meditation on these dire imaginings by the sudden appearance of two figures at a turn of the lane. Return to Original English Version

imbibe /ɪmˈbaɪb/ — absorver; beber. 'Poor Quanko--never recovered it--bowled on, on my account--bowled off, on his own--died, sir.' Here the stranger buried his countenance in a brown jug, but whether to hide his emotion or imbibe its contents, we cannot distinctly affirm. Return to Original English Version

imbibing /ɪmˈbaɪbɪŋ/ — bebendo; absorvendo. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Return to Original English Version

immeasurably /ɪˈmeʒərəbli/ — imensuravelmente. The surprise of Mr. Tupman at this summary proceeding, great as it was, was immeasurably exceeded by the astonishment of the doctor. Return to Original English Version

immersed /ɪˈmɜːrst/ — imerso; absorto. How Mr. Winkle cursed his companion's devoted friendship internally, as they walked silently along, side by side, for some minutes, each immersed in his own meditations! Return to Original English Version

immortality /ˌɪmɔːrˈtæləti/ — imortalidade. Enthusiastic as we are in the noble cause to which we have devoted ourselves, we should have felt a sensation of pride which we cannot express, and a consciousness of having done something to merit immortality of which we are now deprived, could we have laid the faintest outline on these addresses before our ardent readers. Return to Original English Version

immovable /ɪˈmuːvəbəl/ — imóvel; inabalável. Mr. Pickwick looked very hard at the man's face, but his features were immovable, so he noted down the fact forthwith. Return to Original English Version

impair /ɪmˈper/ — prejudicar; enfraquecer. 'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially. Return to Original English Version

imparted /ɪmˈpɑːrtɪd/ — transmitiu; comunicou; conferiu. The sadness of the scene imparted a sombre tinge to the feelings of Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

impatience /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/ — impaciência. 'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. Return to Original English Version

impeded /ɪmˈpiːdɪd/ — impedido; dificultado. A short period of oblivion, and he was wandering through a tedious maze of low-arched rooms--so low, sometimes, that he must creep upon his hands and knees to make his way along; it was close and dark, and every way he turned, some obstacle impeded his progress. Return to Original English Version

imperfectly /ɪmˈpɜːrfɪktli/ — imperfeitamente; de modo incompleto. There was a sound behind them, as of an imperfectly suppressed chuckle. Return to Original English Version

imperturbable /ˌɪmpərˈtɜːrbəbəl/ — imperturbável; sempre calmo. The doctor's attentions were unheeded by the widow; and the doctor's indignation was wholly lost on his imperturbable rival. Return to Original English Version

impetuosity /ɪmˌpetʃuˈɑːsəti/ — impetuosidade; ímpeto. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Return to Original English Version

implanted /ɪmˈplæntɪd/ — implantado; incutido. The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object. Return to Original English Version

implicit /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ — implícito; absoluto, sem reservas. 'Now, my dear sir--my dear Sir,' said the little man, 'pray, allow me-- my dear Sir, the very first principle to be observed in these cases, is this: if you place the matter in the hands of a professional man, you must in no way interfere in the progress of the business; you must repose implicit confidence in him. Return to Original English Version

implore /ɪmˈplɔːr/ — implorar; suplicar. Jingle,' said the aunt, 'I entreat--I implore you, if there is any dreadful mystery connected with Mr. Tupman, reveal it.' Return to Original English Version

impotency /ˈɪmpətənsi/ — impotência; falta de poder. He was a quick and powerful reasoner; and a moment's reflection sufficed to remind him of the impotency of his rage. Return to Original English Version

impotent /ˈɪmpətənt/ — impotente; sem poder. 'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Return to Original English Version

imprinted /ɪmˈprɪntɪd/ — impresso; gravado. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone-- Return to Original English Version

improbable /ɪmˈprɑːbəbəl/ — improvável; inverossímil. Suppose I forward you a curious manuscript--observe, not curious because wild or improbable, but curious as a leaf from the romance of real life--would you communicate it to the club, of which you have spoken so frequently?' Return to Original English Version

impropriety /ˌɪmprəˈpraɪəti/ — impropriedade; inconveniência. 'Ah, Pickwick--really Mr. Pickwick, my dear Sir, excuse me--I shall be happy to receive any private suggestions of yours, as AMICUS CURIAE, but you must see the impropriety of your interfering with my conduct in this case, with such an AD CAPTANDUM argument as the offer of half a guinea. Return to Original English Version

impudence /ˈɪmpjədəns/ — impudência; descaramento. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man. Return to Original English Version

inactivity /ˌɪnækˈtɪvəti/ — inatividade; ociosidade. The fat boy, who had been effectually roused by the compression of a portion of his leg between the finger and thumb of Mr. Winkle, rolled off the box once again, and proceeded to unpack the hamper with more expedition than could have been expected from his previous inactivity. Return to Original English Version

inasmuch /ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ/ — visto que; na medida em que. Mr. Pickwick fully entered into the spirit of this eulogium, but he could not exactly re-echo its terms; for the soft light of intelligence burned rather feebly in the eyes of the warriors, inasmuch as the command 'eyes front' had been given, and all the spectator saw before him was several thousand pair of optics, staring straight forward, wholly divested of any expression whatever. Return to Original English Version

incessant /ɪnˈsɛsənt/ — incessante; sem trégua. The information was unnecessary; for the incessant cawing of the unconscious rooks sufficiently indicated their whereabouts. Return to Original English Version

inclination /ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/ — inclinação; vontade. He turned round as Mr. Winkle entered, and made a stiff inclination of the head. Return to Original English Version

inclosed /ɪnˈkloʊzd/ — incluído; encerrado. The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array. Return to Original English Version

inclosure /ɪnˈkloʊʒər/ — recinto; cercado. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Return to Original English Version

incog /ɪnˈkɒɡ/ — incógnitos. 'No names at all;' and then he whispered Mr. Tupman, 'names won't do-- not known--very good names in their way, but not great ones--capital names for a small party, but won't make an impression in public assemblies--incog. the thing--gentlemen from London--distinguished foreigners--anything.' The door was thrown open, and Mr. Tracy Tupman and the stranger entered the ballroom. Return to Original English Version

incoherent /ˌɪnkoʊˈhɪrənt/ — incoerente; desconexo. Finding from his incoherent wanderings that this was the case, and knowing that in all probability the fever would not grow immediately worse, I left him, promising his miserable wife that I would repeat my visit next evening, and, if necessary, sit up with the patient during the night. Return to Original English Version

inconveniences /ˌɪnkənˈviːniənsɪz/ — inconvenientes; transtornos. Mr. Pickwick's temporary excitement began to sober down a little, as he reflected upon the inconveniences and dangers of the expedition in which he had so thoughtlessly embarked. Return to Original English Version

incur /ɪnˈkɜːr/ — incorrer em; contrair. Oh, how Mr. Pickwick cursed that horse: he had eyed the noble animal from time to time with looks expressive of hatred and revenge; more than once he had calculated the probable amount of the expense he would incur by cutting his throat; and now the temptation to destroy him, or to cast him loose upon the world, rushed upon his mind with tenfold force. Return to Original English Version

indebted /ɪnˈdetɪd/ — em dívida; grato. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Return to Original English Version

indefatigable /ˌɪndɪˈfætɪɡəbəl/ — infatigável; incansável. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

indescribable /ˌɪndɪˈskraɪbəbəl/ — indescritível. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man. Return to Original English Version

indifferent /ɪnˈdɪfrənt/ — indiferente; apático; medíocre. Tupman,' said the spinster aunt, with averted head, 'I can hardly speak the words; but--but--you are not wholly indifferent to me.' Return to Original English Version

indignant /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/ — indignado; revoltado. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Return to Original English Version

indignantly /ɪnˈdɪɡnəntli/ — indignadamente; com indignação. 'I didn't take it,' said Mr. Pickwick indignantly. Return to Original English Version

indignation /ˌɪndɪɡˈneɪʃən/ — indignação. C." stand for--Peculiar Coat, eh?' Mr. Tupman, with rising indignation and great importance, explained the mystic device. Return to Original English Version

indispensable /ˌɪndɪˈspensəbəl/ — indispensável. It was in this trying situation, exposed to a galling fire of blank cartridges, and harassed by the operations of the military, a fresh body of whom had begun to fall in on the opposite side, that Mr. Pickwick displayed that perfect coolness and self-possession, which are the indispensable accompaniments of a great mind. Return to Original English Version

indispensably /ˌɪndɪˈspɛnsəbli/ — indispensavelmente. The young Misses Wardle were so frightened, that Mr. Trundle was actually obliged to hold one of them up in the carriage, while Mr. Snodgrass supported the other; and Mr. Wardle's sister suffered under such a dreadful state of nervous alarm, that Mr. Tupman found it indispensably necessary to put his arm round her waist, to keep her up at all. Return to Original English Version

indisputable /ˌɪndɪˈspjuːtəbəl/ — indiscutível. The last recommendation was indisputable. Return to Original English Version

indistinct /ˌɪndɪˈstɪŋkt/ — indistinto. Indistinct visions of rook-pie floated through his imagination. Return to Original English Version

indulged /ɪnˈdʌldʒd/ — satisfez; entregou-se a. The horse no sooner beheld Mr. Pickwick advancing towards him with the chaise whip in his hand, than he exchanged the rotary motion in which he had previously indulged, for a retrograde movement of so very determined a character, that it at once drew Mr. Winkle, who was still at the end of the bridle, at a rather quicker rate than fast walking, in the direction from which they had just come. Return to Original English Version

indulging /ɪnˈdʌldʒɪŋ/ — permitindo-se; entregando-se a. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

ineffable /ɪnˈefəbəl/ — inefável; indizível. The colour rushed over her face and neck, and she tossed her head in silence with an air of ineffable contempt. Return to Original English Version

inestimable /ɪnˈestɪməbəl/ — inestimável; inapreciável. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

inexpressible /ˌɪnɪkˈspresəbəl/ — inexprimível; indizível. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

inexpressibly /ˌɪnɪkˈspresəbli/ — inexprimivelmente. 'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter. Return to Original English Version

infallible /ɪnˈfæləbəl/ — infalível. 'Ain't you, though--ain't you?' said the young man, appealing to Mr. Pickwick, and making his way through the crowd by the infallible process of elbowing the countenances of its component members. Return to Original English Version

infamy /ˈɪnfəmi/ — infâmia. 'He felt that in the distant land of his bondage and infamy, he had thought of his native place as it was when he left it; and not as it would be when he returned. Return to Original English Version

infancy /ˈɪnfənsi/ — infância; estágio inicial. He was wholly unacquainted with the place and its inhabitants, and the stranger seemed to possess as great a knowledge of both as if he had lived there from his infancy. Return to Original English Version

infant's /ˈɪnfənts/ — do bebê; da criança pequena. The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle. Return to Original English Version

infer /ɪnˈfɜːr/ — inferir; deduzir. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Return to Original English Version

infirm /ɪnˈfɜːrm/ — enfermo; débil. Perhaps his mother now occupied a poorer seat, or possibly she had grown infirm and could not reach the church alone. Return to Original English Version

infirmities /ɪnˈfɜːrmətiz/ — enfermidades; achaques. Mr. Pickwick nodded his readiness to humour the infirmities of age, and entered into a general conversation with the other members of the circle. Return to Original English Version

infirmity /ɪnˈfɜːrməti/ — fraqueza; enfermidade. 'But the spirit of resignation and endurance that had so long upheld her, was unable to contend against bodily weakness and infirmity. Return to Original English Version

inflamed /ɪnˈfleɪmd/ — inflamado. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

inflexible /ɪnˈflɛksəbəl/ — Inflexible. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

informer'ud /ɪnˈfɔːmə wʊd/ — um informante iria. 'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book). Return to Original English Version

injunction /ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/ — determinação; ordem judicial. It had been left in his charge in the morning, with a strict injunction that it should not be delivered until night.' Return to Original English Version

injure /ˈɪndʒər/ — ferir; prejudicar. The child, who had been long since disturbed by his ravings, rose from its little bed, and ran towards its father, screaming with fright--the mother hastily caught it in her arms, lest he should injure it in the violence of his insanity; but, terrified by the alteration of his features, stood transfixed by the bedside. Return to Original English Version

inmost /ˈɪnmoʊst/ — mais íntimo. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

innumerable /ɪˈnuːmərəbəl/ — inumerável; incontável. At the expiration of the term, steadily adhering to his old resolution and the pledge he gave his mother, he made his way back to England amidst innumerable difficulties, and returned, on foot, to his native place. Return to Original English Version

inoculated /ɪˈnɒkjʊleɪtɪd/ — vacinado, inoculado. It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement. Return to Original English Version

inoffensive /ˌɪnəˈfensɪv/ — inofensivo; inócuo. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Return to Original English Version

inquire /ɪnˈkwaɪər/ — perguntar; indagar. 'I beg your pardon, sir, but pray, if I may venture to inquire, who was John Edmunds?' Return to Original English Version

inquired /ɪnˈkwaɪərd/ — perguntou; indagou. 'How old is that horse, my friend?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, rubbing his nose with the shilling he had reserved for the fare. Return to Original English Version

inquirer /ɪnˈkwaɪərər/ — indagador; pessoa que pergunta. Sam stole a look at the inquirer. Return to Original English Version

inquiring /ɪnˈkwaɪərɪŋ/ — indagando; inquiridor. 'Head of the garrison,' said the stranger, in reply to Mr. Tupman's inquiring look. Return to Original English Version

inquiringly /ɪnˈkwaɪərɪŋli/ — com ar interrogativo. 'He is a member of your club, or I am mistaken?' said the lieutenant inquiringly. Return to Original English Version

inquisitive /ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv/ — curioso; intrometido. He was a little high-dried man, with a dark squeezed-up face, and small, restless, black eyes, that kept winking and twinkling on each side of his little inquisitive nose, as if they were playing a perpetual game of peep-bo with that feature. Return to Original English Version

inquisitively /ɪnˈkwɪzətɪvli/ — com curiosidade indagadora. Mr. Tupman looked inquisitively in his face. Return to Original English Version

insanely /ɪnˈseɪnli/ — loucamente; de modo insano. 'Hurrah!' echoed Mr. Pickwick, taking off his hat and dashing it on the floor, and insanely casting his spectacles into the middle of the kitchen. Return to Original English Version

insensible /ɪnˈsɛnsəbəl/ — inconsciente; sem sentidos. 'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Return to Original English Version

insensibly /ɪnˈsɛnsəbli/ — insensivelmente; sem se dar conta. Mr. Wardle paused too, and insensibly released his hold of the carving-knife, which remained inserted in the beef. Return to Original English Version

insinuating /ɪnˈsɪnjueɪtɪŋ/ — insinuante; que se insinua. That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them. Return to Original English Version

insure /ɪnˈʃʊr/ — assegurar; garantir. At one time there was a sudden pressure from behind, and then Mr. Pickwick was jerked forward for several yards, with a degree of speed and elasticity highly inconsistent with the general gravity of his demeanour; at another moment there was a request to 'keep back' from the front, and then the butt-end of a musket was either dropped upon Mr. Pickwick's toe, to remind him of the demand, or thrust into his chest, to insure its being complied with. Return to Original English Version

intellects /ˈɪntəlekts/ — intelectos; mentes. 'Were you intrusted with this message to me by name?' inquired Mr. Winkle, whose intellects were hopelessly confused by this extraordinary conversation. Return to Original English Version

intelligible /ɪnˈtelɪdʒəbəl/ — inteligível; compreensível. Here the entry terminates, as we have no doubt the debate did also, after arriving at such a highly satisfactory and intelligible point. Return to Original English Version

intently /ɪnˈtɛntli/ — atentamente; fixamente. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Return to Original English Version

intermission /ˌɪntərˈmɪʃən/ — intervalo; pausa. Here the little man ceased, and here the company commenced a raising of voices, and thumping of tables, which lasted with little intermission during the remainder of the evening. Return to Original English Version

interposed /ˌɪntərˈpoʊzd/ — interveio; interrompeu. 'Tickets at the bar, Sir,' interposed the waiter; 'half-a-guinea each, Sir.' Return to Original English Version

interposing /ˌɪntərˈpoʊzɪŋ/ — interpondo-se; intervindo. 'But he _can_ be found,' said the ardent Mr. Tupman, interposing. Return to Original English Version

interposition /ˌɪntərpəˈzɪʃən/ — interposição; intervenção. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

interspersed /ˌɪntərˈspɜːrst/ — intercalado; entremeado. Is he wounded?--Is he dead?--Is he--Ha, ha, ha!' Here the spinster aunt burst into fit number two, of hysteric laughter interspersed with screams. Return to Original English Version

intimated /ˈɪntɪmeɪtɪd/ — deixou entrever; anunciou discretamente. Now it so happened that Mr. Pickwick and his three companions had resolved to make Rochester their first halting-place too; and having intimated to their new-found acquaintance that they were journeying to the same city, they agreed to occupy the seat at the back of the coach, where they could all sit together. Return to Original English Version

intimating /ˈɪntɪmeɪtɪŋ/ — insinuando; dando a entender. 'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. Return to Original English Version

intoxicated /ɪnˈtɑːksɪkeɪtɪd/ — embriagado. 'You are stopping in this house, Sir,' said the indignant little man; 'you are intoxicated now, Sir; you shall hear from me in the morning, sir. Return to Original English Version

intrusion /ɪnˈtruʒən/ — intrusão; intromissão. 'Miss Wardle,' said Mr. Jingle, with affected earnestness, 'forgive intrusion--short acquaintance--no time for ceremony--all discovered.' Return to Original English Version

intrusted /ɪnˈtrʌstɪd/ — confiado a (grafia antiga). 'Were you intrusted with this message to me by name?' inquired Mr. Winkle, whose intellects were hopelessly confused by this extraordinary conversation. Return to Original English Version

invariably /ɪnˈveriəbli/ — invariavelmente; sempre. It occurred to Mr. Winkle that this advice was very like that which bystanders invariably give to the smallest boy in a street fight, namely, 'Go in, and win'--an admirable thing to recommend, if you only know how to do it. Return to Original English Version

inventing /ɪnˈvɛntɪŋ/ — inventando. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

invincible /ɪnˈvɪnsəbəl/ — invencível. Mr. Snodgrass winced a little at this, but his heroism was invincible. Return to Original English Version

invitingly /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋli/ — de modo convidativo. 'Joe!--damn that boy, he's gone to sleep again.--Joe, let down the steps.' The fat boy rolled slowly off the box, let down the steps, and held the carriage door invitingly open. Return to Original English Version

invoking /ɪnˈvoʊkɪŋ/ — invocando; suplicando. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

involuntarily /ɪnˈvɑːləntərəli/ — involuntariamente; sem querer. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

involuntary /ɪnˈvɑlənˌtɛri/ — involuntário. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

inward /ˈɪnwərd/ — para dentro; interior; íntimo. 'All right?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, with an inward presentiment that it was all wrong. Return to Original English Version

inwardly /ˈɪnwərdli/ — interiormente; por dentro. It was a remarkable coincidence perhaps, but it was nevertheless a fact, that Mr. Jingle within five minutes of his arrival at Manor Farm on the preceding night, had inwardly resolved to lay siege to the heart of the spinster aunt, without delay. Return to Original English Version

inwest /ɪnˈwɛst/ — investir. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. Return to Original English Version

irascible /ɪˈræsəbəl/ — irascível; rabugento. 'And allow me to say, Sir,' said the irascible Doctor Payne, 'that if I had been Tappleton, or if I had been Slammer, I would have pulled your nose, Sir, and the nose of every man in this company. Return to Original English Version

irregularities /ɪˌreɡjəˈlærətiz/ — irregularidades. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

irrepressible /ˌɪrɪˈprɛsəbəl/ — irreprimível; incontido. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Return to Original English Version

irreverently /ɪˈrɛvərəntli/ — irreverentemente; sem respeito. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Return to Original English Version

irritability /ˌɪrətəˈbɪləti/ — irritabilidade. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. Return to Original English Version

ishness /ɪʃnəs/ — certo ar de. The young ladies were pretty, their manners winning, their dispositions unexceptionable; but there was a dignity in the air, a touch-me-not- ishness in the walk, a majesty in the eye, of the spinster aunt, to which, at their time of life, they could lay no claim, which distinguished her from any female on whom Mr. Tupman had ever gazed. Return to Original English Version

ivy's /ˈaɪviz/ — da hera. The brave old plant in its lonely days, Shall fatten upon the past; For the stateliest building man can raise, Is the Ivy's food at last. Return to Original English Version

jagged /ˈdʒæɡɪd/ — pontiagudo; irregular; recortado. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Return to Original English Version

jaunty /ˈdʒɔːnti/ — garboso. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man. Return to Original English Version

jerked /dʒɜːrkt/ — teve um sobressalto; sacudiu-se. At one time there was a sudden pressure from behind, and then Mr. Pickwick was jerked forward for several yards, with a degree of speed and elasticity highly inconsistent with the general gravity of his demeanour; at another moment there was a request to 'keep back' from the front, and then the butt-end of a musket was either dropped upon Mr. Pickwick's toe, to remind him of the demand, or thrust into his chest, to insure its being complied with. Return to Original English Version

jerking /ˈdʒɜːrkɪŋ/ — sacudindo; aos trancos. Besides constantly jerking his head up, in a very unpleasant and uncomfortable manner, and tugging at the reins to an extent which rendered it a matter of great difficulty for Mr. Pickwick to hold them, he had a singular propensity for darting suddenly every now and then to the side of the road, then stopping short, and then rushing forward for some minutes, at a speed which it was wholly impossible to control. Return to Original English Version

jerkins /ˈdʒɜːrkɪnz/ — gibões. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

jessamine /ˈdʒɛsəmɪn/ — jasmim. There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders. Return to Original English Version

jesting /ˈdʒɛstɪŋ/ — brincalhão; zombeteiro. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

jist /dʒɪst/ — só; simplesmente. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Return to Original English Version

jocose /dʒoʊˈkoʊs/ — jocoso; brincalhão. The stranger was extremely jocose; and Mr. Tracy Tupman, being quite bewildered with wine, negus, lights, and ladies, thought the whole affair was an exquisite joke. Return to Original English Version

jollity /ˈdʒɑːləti/ — jovialidade; folia. Old Mr. Wardle was in the very height of his jollity; and he was so funny in his management of the board, and the old ladies were so sharp after their winnings, that the whole table was in a perpetual roar of merriment and laughter. Return to Original English Version

jolt /dʒoʊlt/ — solavanco; sobressalto. Mr. Pickwick had just drawn in his head, and Mr. Wardle, exhausted with shouting, had done the same, when a tremendous jolt threw them forward against the front of the vehicle. Return to Original English Version

jolting /ˈdʒoʊltɪŋ/ — sacolejo; solavancos. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment. Return to Original English Version

journeying /ˈdʒɜːrniɪŋ/ — viajando; jornada. Now it so happened that Mr. Pickwick and his three companions had resolved to make Rochester their first halting-place too; and having intimated to their new-found acquaintance that they were journeying to the same city, they agreed to occupy the seat at the back of the coach, where they could all sit together. Return to Original English Version

jove /dʒoʊv/ — Júpiter (em By Jove!, Puxa!). ''Tis them!' said Wardle, 'it is, by Jove! Return to Original English Version

joyous /ˈdʒɔɪəs/ — alegre; jubiloso. The father, with a little boy in his arms, appeared at the door, and they crowded round him, clapping their tiny hands, and dragging him out, to join their joyous sports. Return to Original English Version

joyously /ˈdʒɔɪəsli/ — jubilosamente; com alegria. And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Return to Original English Version

judicious /dʒuːˈdɪʃəs/ — judicioso; sensato. We are merely endeavouring to discharge, in an upright manner, the responsible duties of our editorial functions; and whatever ambition we might have felt under other circumstances to lay claim to the authorship of these adventures, a regard for truth forbids us to do more than claim the merit of their judicious arrangement and impartial narration. Return to Original English Version

jugs /dʒʌɡz/ — jarros; bilhas. The supper was ready laid, the chairs were drawn round the table, bottles, jugs, and glasses were arranged upon the sideboard, and everything betokened the approach of the most convivial period in the whole four-and-twenty hours. Return to Original English Version

jumbled /ˈdʒʌmbəld/ — embaralhado; misturado sem ordem. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

juncture /ˈdʒʌŋktʃər/ — conjuntura; momento crítico. 'They ha' gone, mas'r!--gone right clean off, Sir!' (At this juncture Mr. Tupman was observed to lay down his knife and fork, and to turn very pale.) Return to Original English Version

keenness /ˈkiːnnəs/ — agudeza; entusiasmo. It might have been keenness, but it looked remarkably like misery. Return to Original English Version

kentish /ˈkɛntɪʃ/ — de Kent; kentiano. The temptation to be present at the ball, and to form his first impressions of the beauty of the Kentish ladies, was strong upon Mr. Tupman. Return to Original English Version

kerchief /ˈkɜːrtʃɪf/ — lenço; lenço de cabeça. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company. Return to Original English Version

kersey /ˈkɜːrzi/ — tecido de lã grosseiro. 'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.' Return to Original English Version

ketch /kɛtʃ/ — queche. No, no; reg'lar rotation, as Jack Ketch said, ven he tied the men up. Return to Original English Version

kindest /ˈkaɪndɪst/ — o mais bondoso; o mais gentil. 'Love--best love--kindest regards--unalterable affection. Return to Original English Version

kindred /ˈkɪndrɪd/ — afim; semelhante; aparentado. That there was something kindred in their nature, something congenial in their souls, something mysteriously sympathetic in their bosoms, was evident. Return to Original English Version

kissin /ˈkɪsɪn/ — beijando (minha pátria). 'The strange gentleman--him as had his arm hurt--a-kissin' and huggin'-- ' Return to Original English Version

kitch /kɪtʃ/ — agarre. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Return to Original English Version

knob /nɑːb/ — maçaneta; puxador. 'Sir,' said Sam, closing the door, and keeping his hand on the knob of the lock. Return to Original English Version

know'd /noʊd/ — sabia, forma popular de knew. 'For all I know'd he was one o' the regular threepennies. Return to Original English Version

labourer /ˈleɪbərər/ — trabalhador braçal. There were strange faces in almost every house; in some he recognised the burly form of some old schoolfellow--a boy when he last saw him--surrounded by a troop of merry children; in others he saw, seated in an easy-chair at a cottage door, a feeble and infirm old man, whom he only remembered as a hale and hearty labourer; but they had all forgotten him, and he passed on unknown. Return to Original English Version

lacerated /ˈlæsəreɪtɪd/ — lacerado; dilacerado. Torn clothes, lacerated faces, dusty shoes, exhausted looks, and, above all, the horse. Return to Original English Version

lacerations /ˌlæsəˈreɪʃənz/ — lacerações; cortes profundos. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

ladders /ˈlædərz/ — escadas de mão; escadas portáteis. Astounding evolutions they were, one rank firing over the heads of another rank, and then running away; and then the other rank firing over the heads of another rank, and running away in their turn; and then forming squares, with officers in the centre; and then descending the trench on one side with scaling-ladders, and ascending it on the other again by the same means; and knocking down barricades of baskets, and behaving in the most gallant manner possible. Return to Original English Version

lain /leɪn/ — jazido; estado deitado. There were more seeds and gayer flowers than there used to be, but there were the old trees still--the very tree under which he had lain a thousand times when tired of playing in the sun, and felt the soft, mild sleep of happy boyhood steal gently upon him. Return to Original English Version

lamentable /ˈlæməntəbəl/ — lamentável; penoso. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

lamentations /ˌlæmenˈteɪʃənz/ — lamentações; prantos. Shall we tell the lamentations that ensued when Miss Wardle found herself deserted by the faithless Jingle? Return to Original English Version

languidly /ˈlæŋɡwɪdli/ — languidamente; sem energia. The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. Return to Original English Version

lank /læŋk/ — magro e comprido; liso e sem viço. His eyes were almost unnaturally bright and piercing; his cheek-bones were high and prominent; and his jaws were so long and lank, that an observer would have supposed that he was drawing the flesh of his face in, for a moment, by some contraction of the muscles, if his half-opened mouth and immovable expression had not announced that it was his ordinary appearance. Return to Original English Version

lapse /læps/ — intervalo; decurso (de tempo); deslize. After a lapse of five minutes, consumed in incessant knocking and shouting, an old man in his shirt and trousers emerged from the turnpike-house, and opened the gate. Return to Original English Version

lark /lɑːrk/ — cotovia (pássaro cantor); brincadeira. 'Here's a lark!' shouted half a dozen hackney coachmen. Return to Original English Version

lattice /ˈlætɪs/ — treliça; grade. 'Pleasant, pleasant country,' sighed the enthusiastic gentleman, as he opened his lattice window. Return to Original English Version

laurels /ˈlɔːrəlz/ — louros; glórias. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

leaden /ˈledən/ — plúmbeo; pesado e cinzento. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Return to Original English Version

leader's /ˈliːdərz/ — do líder; do chefe. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Return to Original English Version

leaping /ˈliːpɪŋ/ — saltando; pulando. 'When did this chaise come in?' cried old Wardle, leaping out of his own vehicle, and pointing to one covered with wet mud, which was standing in the yard. Return to Original English Version

leered /lɪrd/ — lançou um olhar malicioso; sorriu de modo insinuante. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Return to Original English Version

leggings /ˈlɛɡɪŋz/ — perneiras; polainas. He was habited in a coarse, striped waistcoat, with black calico sleeves, and blue glass buttons; drab breeches and leggings. Return to Original English Version

legible /ˈledʒəbəl/ — legível. There was a red brick house with a small paved courtyard in front, which anybody might have known belonged to the attorney; and there was, moreover, another red brick house with Venetian blinds, and a large brass door-plate with a very legible announcement that it belonged to the surgeon. Return to Original English Version

lengthened /ˈlɛŋθənd/ — alongaram-se; ficaram mais longas. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples. Return to Original English Version

lengthening /ˈleŋθənɪŋ/ — alongando-se. 'The last soft light of the setting sun had fallen on the earth, casting a rich glow on the yellow corn sheaves, and lengthening the shadows of the orchard trees, as he stood before the old house--the home of his infancy--to which his heart had yearned with an intensity of affection not to be described, through long and weary years of captivity and sorrow. Return to Original English Version

lethargic /ləˈθɑːrdʒɪk/ — letárgico. The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. Return to Original English Version

lethargy /ˈlɛθərdʒi/ — letargia. That gentleman had gradually passed through the various stages which precede the lethargy produced by dinner, and its consequences. Return to Original English Version

levelled /ˈlevəld/ — nivelou; apontou; arrasado. He had hardly uttered the word, when the whole half-dozen regiments levelled their muskets as if they had but one common object, and that object the Pickwickians, and burst forth with the most awful and tremendous discharge that ever shook the earth to its centres, or an elderly gentleman off his. Return to Original English Version

lighted /ˈlaɪtɪd/ — acesa; iluminada. And when you have been thus depressed, has not the name of Dumkins laid afresh within your breast the fire which had just gone out; and has not a word from that man lighted it again as brightly as if it had never expired? (Great cheering.) Gentlemen, I beg to surround with a rich halo of enthusiastic cheering the united names of "Dumkins and Podder."' Return to Original English Version

lighten /ˈlaɪtən/ — aliviar; tornar mais leve. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Return to Original English Version

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likeness /ˈlaɪknəs/ — aparência; figura. C."' said the stranger--'queer set out--old fellow's likeness, and "P. Return to Original English Version

lineament /ˈlɪnɪmɛnt/ — traço; característica. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

lineaments /ˈlɪnɪmɛnts/ — traço; característica. While the old gentleman repeated these lines a second time, to enable Mr. Snodgrass to note them down, Mr. Pickwick perused the lineaments of his face with an expression of great interest. Return to Original English Version

lingered /ˈlɪŋərɛd/ — demorar-se; permanecer. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Return to Original English Version

lingering /ˈlɪŋərɪŋ/ — demorar-se; permanecer. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. Return to Original English Version

livings /ˈlɪvɪŋz/ — benefícios eclesiásticos. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

loadings /ˈloʊdɪŋz/ — cargas. There's a quarter of a pound of powder in the case, and I have got two newspapers in my pocket for the loadings.' Return to Original English Version

lofty /ˈlɒfti/ — elevado. A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. Return to Original English Version

loitering /ˈlɔɪtərɪŋ/ — perambulando; vadiando; demorando-se sem propósito. They were loitering somewhere, talking about him. Return to Original English Version

loquacious /loʊˈkweɪʃəs/ — loquaz; muito falante. 'Heads, heads--take care of your heads!' cried the loquacious stranger, as they came out under the low archway, which in those days formed the entrance to the coach-yard. Return to Original English Version

loquacity /loʊˈkwæsəti/ — loquacidade; tagarelice. 'You have played it, sir?' inquired Mr. Wardle, who had been much amused by his loquacity. Return to Original English Version

lor /lɔː/ — nossa!; meu Deus!. 'Lor, brother!' said Miss Wardle, with a deprecating smile. Return to Original English Version

lounging /ˈlaʊndʒɪŋ/ — vadiando; recostado à toa. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

ludicrous /ˈluːdɪkrəs/ — ridículo; absurdo. There are very few moments in a man's existence when he experiences so much ludicrous distress, or meets with so little charitable commiseration, as when he is in pursuit of his own hat. Return to Original English Version

lugging /ˈlʌɡɪŋ/ — arrastando com esforço. 'Come along, then,' said he of the green coat, lugging Mr. Pickwick after him by main force, and talking the whole way. Return to Original English Version

lullaby /ˈlʌləbaɪ/ — canção de ninar. Everybody was excited, except the fat boy, and he slept as soundly as if the roaring of cannon were his ordinary lullaby. Return to Original English Version

lumbering /ˈlʌmbərɪŋ/ — desajeitado e pesado. Three or four lumbering wagons, each with a pile of goods beneath its ample canopy, about the height of the second-floor window of an ordinary house, were stowed away beneath a lofty roof which extended over one end of the yard; and another, which was probably to commence its journey that morning, was drawn out into the open space. Return to Original English Version

lustily /ˈlʌstɪli/ — vigorosamente; com força. A red-headed man was working in the garden; and to him Mr. Pickwick called lustily, 'Hollo there!' Return to Original English Version

lustre /ˈlʌstər/ — lustro; brilho. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

lustreless /ˈlʌstərləs/ — sem brilho. He was staring hard at the stranger, and though his eyes were lustreless and heavy at first, they appeared to glow with an unnatural and alarmed expression after they had been fixed upon him for a short time, until they seemed to be starting from their sockets. Return to Original English Version

ly /li/ — sufixo final de surely. 'And so it is, sure-ly,' said a third fat man. Return to Original English Version

lyre /laɪər/ — lira; instrumento antigo de cordas. 'Epic poem--ten thousand lines-- revolution of July--composed it on the spot--Mars by day, Apollo by night--bang the field-piece, twang the lyre.' Return to Original English Version

madly /ˈmædli/ — loucamente; desesperadamente. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

magnanimously /mæɡˈnænɪməsli/ — magnanimamente. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton. Return to Original English Version

magnified /ˈmæɡnɪfaɪd/ — ampliado; exagerado. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. Return to Original English Version

maiming /ˈmeɪmɪŋ/ — mutilação; ato de aleijar. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower. Return to Original English Version

majestically /məˈdʒestɪkli/ — majestosamente; com imponência. The Honourable Wilmot Snipe, and other distinguished gentlemen crowded to render homage to the Misses Clubber; and Sir Thomas Clubber stood bolt upright, and looked majestically over his black kerchief at the assembled company. Return to Original English Version

manfully /ˈmænfəli/ — varonilmente; com brio. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Return to Original English Version

mange /meɪndʒ/ — sarna. The train of nods which the fat boy gave by way of assent, communicated a blanc-mange like motion to his fat cheeks. Return to Original English Version

manhood /ˈmænhʊd/ — idade adulta; virilidade. The time that had strengthened the child's slight frame and knit his weak limbs into the strength of manhood had bowed his mother's form, and enfeebled her steps; but the arm that should have supported her was no longer locked in hers; the face that should have cheered her, no more looked upon her own. Return to Original English Version

manoeuvre /məˈnuːvər/ — manobra (grafia britânica). Mr. Pickwick was right--the firing ceased; but he had scarcely time to congratulate himself on the accuracy of his opinion, when a quick movement was visible in the line; the hoarse shout of the word of command ran along it, and before either of the party could form a guess at the meaning of this new manoeuvre, the whole of the half-dozen regiments, with fixed bayonets, charged at double-quick time down upon the very spot on which Mr. Pickwick and his friends were stationed. Return to Original English Version

manoeuvres /məˈnuːvəz/ — manobras. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung. Return to Original English Version

mantel /ˈmæntəl/ — console da lareira. 'Don't know--never saw her in all my life--cut out the doctor--here goes.' And the stranger forthwith crossed the room; and, leaning against a mantel-piece, commenced gazing with an air of respectful and melancholy admiration on the fat countenance of the little old lady. Return to Original English Version

markis /ˈmɑːkwɪs/ — Marquês. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Return to Original English Version

marksman /ˈmɑːrksmən/ — atirador habilidoso. 'Are you a cricketer?' inquired Mr. Wardle of the marksman. Return to Original English Version

marquee /mɑːrˈkiː/ — tenda grande. 'You had better step into the marquee, I think, Sir,' said one very stout gentleman, whose body and legs looked like half a gigantic roll of flannel, elevated on a couple of inflated pillow-cases. Return to Original English Version

marquees /mɑːrˈkiːz/ — tendas grandes. The wickets were pitched, and so were a couple of marquees for the rest and refreshment of the contending parties. Return to Original English Version

marshalled /ˈmɑːrʃəld/ — dispôs em ordem; reuniu. The old gentleman nodded; and two ragged boys who had been marshalled to the spot under the direction of the infant Lambert, forthwith commenced climbing up two of the trees. Return to Original English Version

marvellous /ˈmɑːrvələs/ — maravilhoso; assombroso. 'There is nothing of the marvellous in what I am going to relate,' said the dismal man; 'there is nothing even uncommon in it. Return to Original English Version

mas'r /ˈmæsər/ — senhor. 'They ha' gone, mas'r!--gone right clean off, Sir!' (At this juncture Mr. Tupman was observed to lay down his knife and fork, and to turn very pale.) Return to Original English Version

mas'rs /ˈmæsərz/ — senhores. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.' Return to Original English Version

masons /ˈmeɪsənz/ — pedreiros. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Return to Original English Version

masterly /ˈmæstərli/ — magistral; de mestre. Shall we extract Mr. Pickwick's masterly description of that heartrending scene? Return to Original English Version

masticating /ˈmæstɪkeɪtɪŋ/ — mastigando; de mastigação. The fat boy rose, opened his eyes, swallowed the huge piece of pie he had been in the act of masticating when he last fell asleep, and slowly obeyed his master's orders--gloating languidly over the remains of the feast, as he removed the plates, and deposited them in the hamper. Return to Original English Version

materially /məˈtɪriəli/ — materialmente; substancialmente. 'Up with you,' said the stranger, assisting Mr. Pickwick on to the roof with so much precipitation as to impair the gravity of that gentleman's deportment very materially. Return to Original English Version

matrimony /ˈmætrɪmoʊni/ — matrimônio. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Return to Original English Version

matted /ˈmætɪd/ — emaranhado; embaraçado; empastado. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. Return to Original English Version

maturer /məˈtʃʊrər/ — mais maduro. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Return to Original English Version

mayn't /ˈmeɪənt/ — não pode; talvez não. Know you very well, gentlemen, though you mayn't remember me. Return to Original English Version

meditations /ˌmedɪˈteɪʃənz/ — reflexões; meditações. How Mr. Winkle cursed his companion's devoted friendship internally, as they walked silently along, side by side, for some minutes, each immersed in his own meditations! Return to Original English Version

meekness /ˈmiːknəs/ — mansidão; humildade. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Return to Original English Version

melancholy /ˈmɛlənkəli/ — melancolia; tristeza pensativa. 'Don't know--never saw her in all my life--cut out the doctor--here goes.' And the stranger forthwith crossed the room; and, leaning against a mantel-piece, commenced gazing with an air of respectful and melancholy admiration on the fat countenance of the little old lady. Return to Original English Version

melodramatically /ˌmɛlədrəˈmætɪkli/ — melodramaticamente. That insinuating gentleman sighed deeply, fixed his eyes on the spinster aunt's face for a couple of minutes, started melodramatically, and suddenly withdrew them. Return to Original English Version

memorandum /ˌmeməˈrændəm/ — memorando; anotação. 'Another double,' said the old lady, triumphantly making a memorandum of the circumstance, by placing one sixpence and a battered halfpenny under the candlestick. Return to Original English Version

menaces /ˈmenəsɪz/ — ameaças. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind. Return to Original English Version

mended /ˈmɛndɪd/ — consertado; remendado. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Return to Original English Version

merchant's /ˈmɜrtʃənts/ — do comerciante; da comerciante. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party. Return to Original English Version

merrily /ˈmɛrɪli/ — alegremente. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate. Return to Original English Version

merriment /ˈmerimənt/ — alegria ruidosa; folguedo. Old Mr. Wardle was in the very height of his jollity; and he was so funny in his management of the board, and the old ladies were so sharp after their winnings, that the whole table was in a perpetual roar of merriment and laughter. Return to Original English Version

messrs /ˈmɛsərz/ — Srs.. 'Delightful!' echoed Messrs. Return to Original English Version

metaphysical /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/ — metafísico. Mr. Winkle responded with a forced smile, and took up the spare gun with an expression of countenance which a metaphysical rook, impressed with a foreboding of his approaching death by violence, may be supposed to assume. Return to Original English Version

mich'lmas /ˈmɪkəlməs/ — Dia de São Miguel. If every man on the line as has a guinea give him, earns it half as well, you won't catch t'other chay this side Mich'lmas, old short-and- fat.' And with another prolonged grin, the old man closed the gate, re- entered his house, and bolted the door after him. Return to Original English Version

milled /mɪld/ — apisoado; processado em moinho. 'Rather fat--grown-up Bacchus--cut the leaves--dismounted from the tub, and adopted kersey, eh?--not double distilled, but double milled--ha! ha! pass the wine.' Return to Original English Version

miller's /ˈmɪlərz/ — de Miller. 'Miller's a conceited coxcomb, and you may tell him I said so.' Saying which, the old lady, quite unconscious that she had spoken above a whisper, drew herself up, and looked carving-knives at the hard- headed delinquent. Return to Original English Version

mimic /ˈmɪmɪk/ — simulado; de imitacao. The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array. Return to Original English Version

mingling /ˈmɪŋɡlɪŋ/ — misturando-se; entremeando. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

minute's /ˈmɪnɪts/ — de um minuto. A minute's silence, and he murmured the burden of some roaring song. Return to Original English Version

minutely /maɪˈnuːtli/ — minuciosamente; em detalhe. Mr. Winkle actually staggered with astonishment as he heard his own costume thus minutely described. Return to Original English Version

miraculously /mɪˈrækjələsli/ — milagrosamente. Mr. Pickwick had been so fully occupied in falling about, and disentangling himself, miraculously, from between the legs of horses, that he had not enjoyed sufficient leisure to observe the scene before him, until it assumed the appearance we have just described. Return to Original English Version

mirth /mɜːrθ/ — riso; hilaridade. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

misdemeanour /ˌmɪsdɪˈmiːnə/ — má conduta. 'Young girls have such spirits,' said Miss Wardle to Mr. Tupman, with an air of gentle commiseration, as if animal spirits were contraband, and their possession without a permit a high crime and misdemeanour. Return to Original English Version

misdemeanours /ˌmɪsdɪˈmiːnəz/ — má conduta; infrações leves. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree. Return to Original English Version

miseries /ˈmɪzəriz/ — misérias; desgraças. 'Rum fellow--does the heavy business--no actor--strange man--all sorts of miseries--Dismal Jemmy, we call him on the circuit.' Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass politely welcomed the gentleman, elegantly designated as 'Dismal Jemmy'; and calling for brandy-and-water, in imitation of the remainder of the company, seated themselves at the table. Return to Original English Version

misfortunes /mɪsˈfɔːrtʃuːnz/ — infortúnios. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

misgiving /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋ/ — receio; pressentimento ruim. Have you never been taught to associate Podder with property? (Great applause.) Have you never, when struggling for your rights, your liberties, and your privileges, been reduced, if only for an instant, to misgiving and despair? Return to Original English Version

misgivings /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/ — receios; dúvidas apreensivas. Now Mr. Winkle did entertain considerable misgivings in the very lowest recesses of his own heart, relative to his equestrian skill; but, as he would not have them even suspected, on any account, he at once replied with great hardihood, 'Certainly. Return to Original English Version

mislaid /mɪsˈleɪd/ — extraviado; posto fora do lugar. The hostler had somehow or other mislaid the key of the stable, and even when that was found, two sleepy helpers put the wrong harness on the wrong horses, and the whole process of harnessing had to be gone through afresh. Return to Original English Version

missus /ˈmɪsɪz/ — senhora; patroa; esposa. 'Missus'--roared the man with the red head, emerging from the garden, and looking very hard at the horse--'missus!' Return to Original English Version

mizzle /ˈmɪzəl/ — Mizzle. 'Run on--nothing to the hours, days, weeks, months, years, when we're united--run on--they'll fly on--bolt--mizzle--steam-engine--thousand- horse power--nothing to it.' Return to Original English Version

moaned /moʊnd/ — gemeu; lamentou-se. He fell back upon his pillow and moaned aloud. Return to Original English Version

moment's /ˈmoʊmənts/ — de um momento; de um instante. The imperative necessity of ousting his rival by some means or other, flashed quickly upon him, and he immediately resolved to adopt certain proceedings tending to that end and object, without a moment's delay. Return to Original English Version

momentary /ˈmoʊmənˌtɛri/ — momentâneo. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

monarchs /ˈmɑːnərks/ — monarcas; soberanos. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Return to Original English Version

monotonous /məˈnɒtənəs/ — monótono. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

moodily /ˈmuːdɪli/ — taciturnamente; com ar sombrio. The idea of a man's walking about all day with a dreadful horse that he can't get rid of!' The depressed Pickwickians turned moodily away, with the tall quadruped, for which they all felt the most unmitigated disgust, following slowly at their heels. Return to Original English Version

mops /mɒps/ — esfregões. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. Return to Original English Version

morose /məˈroʊs/ — taciturno; carrancudo. He was a morose, savage-hearted, bad man; idle and dissolute in his habits; cruel and ferocious in his disposition. Return to Original English Version

morrow /ˈmɒrəʊ/ — amanhã. 'I think we shall leave here the day after to-morrow,' was the reply. Return to Original English Version

motionless /ˈmoʊʃənləs/ — imóvel; sem se mexer. The military bands struck up altogether; the horses stood upon two legs each, cantered backwards, and whisked their tails about in all directions; the dogs barked, the mob screamed, the troops recovered, and nothing was to be seen on either side, as far as the eye could reach, but a long perspective of red coats and white trousers, fixed and motionless. Return to Original English Version

mouldering /ˈmoʊldərɪŋ/ — em decomposição; esboroando-se. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

mountainous /ˈmaʊntənəs/ — montanhoso; enorme. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Return to Original English Version

mournfully /ˈmɔːrnfəli/ — tristemente; com pesar. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Return to Original English Version

mouthing /ˈmaʊðɪŋ/ — articulando sem voz. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

muff /mʌf/ — manguito. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

muffled /ˈmʌfəld/ — abafada; surda. Mr. Winkle was muffled up in a huge cloak to escape observation, and Mr. Snodgrass bore under his the instruments of destruction. Return to Original English Version

muggletonians /ˌmʌɡəlˈtəʊniənz/ — muggletonianos. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Return to Original English Version

muggletons /ˈmʌɡəltənz/ — equipe de Muggleton. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Return to Original English Version

multifarious /ˌmʌltɪˈfɛəriəs/ — variado. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

multiplied /ˈmʌltɪplaɪd/ — multiplicou. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties. Return to Original English Version

murmur /ˈmɜːrmər/ — murmúrio; queixa. 'The calm, cool water seems to me to murmur an invitation to repose and rest. Return to Original English Version

murmuring /ˈmɜːrmərɪŋ/ — murmurando; sussurrando. 'I sat there for upwards of two hours, during which time he tossed about, murmuring exclamations of pain or impatience, restlessly throwing his arms here and there, and turning constantly from side to side. Return to Original English Version

murmurings /ˈmɜːrmərɪŋz/ — murmúrios. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

mus'r /ˈmɪstə/ — senhor. 'Mus'r Jingle and Miss Rachael, in a po'-chay, from Blue Lion, Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

musket /ˈmʌskɪt/ — mosquete. 'Present! think I was;* fired a musket--fired with an idea--rushed into wine shop--wrote it down--back again--whiz, bang--another idea--wine shop again--pen and ink--back again--cut and slash--noble time, Sir. Return to Original English Version

muskets /ˈmʌskɪts/ — mosquetes. The troops halted and formed; the word of command rang through the line; there was a general clash of muskets as arms were presented; and the commander-in-chief, attended by Colonel Bulder and numerous officers, cantered to the front. Return to Original English Version

mustered /ˈmʌstərd/ — reuniu; juntou (coragem). Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Return to Original English Version

mutability /ˌmjuːtəˈbɪləti/ — mutabilidade. 'I am ruminating,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'on the strange mutability of human affairs.' Return to Original English Version

muttering /ˈmʌtərɪŋ/ — resmungando. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

mystified /ˈmɪstɪfaɪd/ — desconcertado; sem entender. 'Will you allow me to ask you, sir,' he said, addressing Mr. Pickwick, who was considerably mystified by this very unpolite by-play--'will you allow me to ask you, Sir, whether that person belongs to your party?' Return to Original English Version

narrated /ˈnæreɪtɪd/ — narrou. So were Mr. Jingle and Miss Wardle, for reasons of sufficient importance in this eventful history to be narrated in another chapter. Return to Original English Version

narration /næˈreɪʃən/ — narração. We have no official statement of the facts which the reader will find recorded in the next chapter, but they have been carefully collated from letters and other MS. authorities, so unquestionably genuine as to justify their narration in a connected form. Return to Original English Version

nay /neɪ/ — não; de modo algum. 'Nay,' said the eloquent Pickwickian--'I know it but too well.' Return to Original English Version

neckerchief /ˈnekərtʃiːf/ — lenço de pescoço. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

negligent /ˈneɡlɪdʒənt/ — negligente; desleixado. His long, black hair escaped in negligent waves from beneath each side of his old pinched-up hat; and glimpses of his bare wrists might be observed between the tops of his gloves and the cuffs of his coat sleeves. Return to Original English Version

negus /ˈniːɡəs/ — negus; bebida quente de vinho adoçado. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

nobs /nɒbz/ — gente da alta roda. 'Wait a minute,' said the stranger, 'fun presently--nobs not come yet-- queer place--dockyard people of upper rank don't know dockyard people of lower rank--dockyard people of lower rank don't know small gentry--small gentry don't know tradespeople--commissioner don't know anybody.' Return to Original English Version

noiselessly /ˈnɔɪzləsli/ — sem ruído; silenciosamente. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream. Return to Original English Version

nooks /nʊks/ — recantos; esconderijos. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

nosegay /ˈnoʊzɡeɪ/ — buquê pequeno. Down he goes to the Commons, to see the lawyer and draw the blunt--very smart-- top boots on--nosegay in his button-hole--broad-brimmed tile--green shawl--quite the gen'l'm'n. Return to Original English Version

noses /ˈnoʊzɪz/ — narizes. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

nostrils /ˈnɑːstrəlz/ — narinas. His nostrils dilated, and his fists clenched involuntarily, as he heard himself addressed by the villain. Return to Original English Version

notched /nɒtʃt/ — marcou; anotou pontos. In short, when Dumkins was caught out, and Podder stumped out, All- Muggleton had notched some fifty-four, while the score of the Dingley Dellers was as blank as their faces. Return to Original English Version

nother /ˈnʌðər/ — outro; mais um, forma dialetal. 'Let's--have--'nother--bottle,' cried Mr. Winkle, commencing in a very loud key, and ending in a very faint one. Return to Original English Version

notwithstanding /ˌnɑːtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/ — não obstante; apesar de. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

oars /ɔːrz/ — remos. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream. Return to Original English Version

obdurate /ˈɑːbdərət/ — obstinado; empedernido. 'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. Return to Original English Version

oblige /əˈblaɪdʒ/ — obrigar; fazer o favor de. 'Now sir,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'will you oblige us by proceeding with what you were going to relate?' Return to Original English Version

oblivion /əˈblɪviən/ — esquecimento; olvido. A short period of oblivion, and he was wandering through a tedious maze of low-arched rooms--so low, sometimes, that he must creep upon his hands and knees to make his way along; it was close and dark, and every way he turned, some obstacle impeded his progress. Return to Original English Version

oblivious /əˈblɪviəs/ — alheio; esquecido de. 'What's the matter?' cried Mr. Tupman, as a loud knocking at his door roused him from his oblivious repose. Return to Original English Version

oblong /ˈɒblɒŋ/ — oblongo. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered-- Return to Original English Version

obscurer /əbˈskjʊərə/ — mais recôndito; menos conhecido. If he would light upon any of these old places, he must direct his steps to the obscurer quarters of the town, and there in some secluded nooks he will find several, still standing with a kind of gloomy sturdiness, amidst the modern innovations which surround them. Return to Original English Version

obscurity /əbˈskjʊərɪti/ — obscuridade. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

observance /əbˈzɜːrvəns/ — observância; cumprimento; rito. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Return to Original English Version

obstinate /ˈɒbstɪnət/ — teimoso. He remained moody, obstinate, and unmoved. Return to Original English Version

occasioned /əˈkeɪʒənd/ — ocasionou; provocado por. The streets present a lively and animated appearance, occasioned chiefly by the conviviality of the military. Return to Original English Version

occupations /ˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃənz/ — ocupações; afazeres. 'It is a touching thing to hear the mind reverting to the ordinary occupations and pursuits of health, when the body lies before you weak and helpless; but when those occupations are of a character the most strongly opposed to anything we associate with grave and solemn ideas, the impression produced is infinitely more powerful. Return to Original English Version

officiating /əˈfɪʃieɪtɪŋ/ — oficiante; em exercício. Dumkins acting as chairman, and Mr. Luffey officiating as vice. Return to Original English Version

officiously /əˈfɪʃəsli/ — de modo intrometido. Having officiously deposited the gentleman's boots right and left at his feet, and the lady's shoes right and left at hers, he backed towards the door. Return to Original English Version

ogling /ˈoʊɡlɪŋ/ — olhando de forma insinuante. Mr. Tracy Tupman was established at Emily's side, ogling, whispering, and smiling, in opposition to Mr. Snodgrass. Return to Original English Version

oily /ˈɔɪli/ — untuoso; oleoso. Shiny Villiam'--so called, probably, from his sleek hair and oily countenance--placed the reins in Mr. Pickwick's left hand; and the upper hostler thrust a whip into his right. Return to Original English Version

omission /oʊˈmɪʃən/ — omissão. The slight omission was rectified. Return to Original English Version

ooman /ˈʊmən/ — mulher, forma dialetal. He don't care for an old 'ooman like me, I dare say.' Return to Original English Version

oration /ɔːˈreɪʃən/ — oração; discurso solene. Mr. Pickwick's oration upon this occasion, together with the debate thereon, is entered on the Transactions of the Club. Return to Original English Version

orb /ɔːb/ — orbe; esfera. 'We are in excellent time,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as they climbed the fence of the first field; 'the sun is just going down.' Mr. Winkle looked up at the declining orb and painfully thought of the probability of his 'going down' himself, before long. Return to Original English Version

orifice /ˈɔːrəfɪs/ — orifício. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose. Return to Original English Version

ornament /ˈɔːrnəmənt/ — ornamento; enfeite. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income. Return to Original English Version

ornamented /ˈɔːrnəmɛntɪd/ — ornamentou; decorou. It was buttoned closely up to his chin, at the imminent hazard of splitting the back; and an old stock, without a vestige of shirt collar, ornamented his neck. Return to Original English Version

oughtn't /ˈɔːtənt/ — não deveria. 'Miller ought to have trumped the diamond, oughtn't he, Sir?' said the old lady. Return to Original English Version

ousting /ˈaʊstɪŋ/ — expulsando; retirando. The imperative necessity of ousting his rival by some means or other, flashed quickly upon him, and he immediately resolved to adopt certain proceedings tending to that end and object, without a moment's delay. Return to Original English Version

outhouses /ˈaʊthaʊzɪz/ — construções externas; dependências. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

overflow /ˌɑʊvərflæʊ/ — fazer flow em excesso. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

overhanging /ˌɑʊvərhæŋɪŋ/ — fazer hang em excesso. On the left of the spectator lay the ruined wall, broken in many places, and in some, overhanging the narrow beach below in rude and heavy masses. Return to Original English Version

overheard /ˌoʊvərˈhɜːrd/ — ouvido por acaso; escutado. 'Not at all--by no means,' replied the unabashed Mr. Jingle--'overheard the tale--came to warn you of your danger--tender my services--prevent the hubbub. Return to Original English Version

overpowered /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊərd/ — dominou; subjugado; sobrepujado. Overpowered with watching and exertion, I had closed my eyes for a few minutes, when I felt a violent clutch on my shoulder. Return to Original English Version

overspreading /ˌoʊvərˈsprɛdɪŋ/ — espalhando-se sobre. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

overturning /ˌoʊvərˈtɜːrnɪŋ/ — virando; emborcando. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

paces /ˈpeɪsɪz/ — passos. Mr. Luffey retired a few paces behind the wicket of the passive Podder, and applied the ball to his right eye for several seconds. Return to Original English Version

paling /ˈpeɪlɪŋ/ — cerca de estacas. The officer turned suddenly from the path, and after climbing a paling, and scaling a hedge, entered a secluded field. Return to Original English Version

pallid /ˈpælɪd/ — pálido; descorado. 'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. Return to Original English Version

panted /ˈpæntɪd/ — ofegou; arquejou. He panted for breath, and looked benignantly round upon his friends. Return to Original English Version

panting /ˈpæntɪŋ/ — ofegante; arquejante. 'This way,' said the first speaker; 'they notch in here--it's the best place in the whole field;' and the cricketer, panting on before, preceded them to the tent. Return to Original English Version

pantomime /ˈpæntəmaɪm/ — mímica; pantomima. The stranger walked boldly up to, and returned with, the master of the ceremonies; a little introductory pantomime; and the stranger and Mrs. Budger took their places in a quadrille. Return to Original English Version

pantomimes /ˈpæntəmaɪmz/ — pantomimas. He was dressed for the pantomimes in all the absurdity of a clown's costume. Return to Original English Version

paralysed /ˈpærəlaɪzd/ — paralisado. Doctor Slammer was paralysed. Return to Original English Version

paralysis /pəˈræləsɪs/ — paralisia. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

parched /pɑːrtʃt/ — ressequido; sedento; torrado. The lips were parched, and cracked in many places; the hard, dry skin glowed with a burning heat; and there was an almost unearthly air of wild anxiety in the man's face, indicating even more strongly the ravages of the disease. Return to Original English Version

pardonable /ˈpɑːrdənəbəl/ — perdoável; desculpável. On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Return to Original English Version

parenthesis /pəˈrɛnθəsɪs/ — parêntese. In this strain, with an occasional glass of ale, by way of parenthesis, when the coach changed horses, did the stranger proceed, until they reached Rochester bridge, by which time the note-books, both of Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Snodgrass, were completely filled with selections from his adventures. Return to Original English Version

parishioners /pəˈrɪʃənərz/ — paroquianos. 'When I first settled in this village,' said the old gentleman, 'which is now just five-and-twenty years ago, the most notorious person among my parishioners was a man of the name of Edmunds, who leased a small farm near this spot. Return to Original English Version

paroxysms /ˈpærəksɪzəmz/ — paroxismos; acessos. 'At the close of one of these paroxysms, when I had with great difficulty held him down in his bed, he sank into what appeared to be a slumber. Return to Original English Version

partake /pɑːrˈteɪk/ — partilhar; participar de; comer. 'We are about to partake of a plain dinner at the Blue Lion, Sir; we hope you and your friends will join us.' Return to Original English Version

particulars /pərˈtɪkjələrz/ — detalhes. 'I had had time to note these little particulars, and to mark the heavy breathing and feverish startings of the sick man, before he was aware of my presence. Return to Original English Version

partner's /ˈpɑːrtnərz/ — do parceiro. As to Mr. Snodgrass, he did nothing but whisper poetical sentiments into his partner's ear, which made one old gentleman facetiously sly, about partnerships at cards and partnerships for life, and caused the aforesaid old gentleman to make some remarks thereupon, accompanied with divers winks and chuckles, which made the company very merry and the old gentleman's wife especially so. Return to Original English Version

passively /ˈpæsɪvli/ — passivamente; sem reagir. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone-- Return to Original English Version

patched /pætʃt/ — remendado; consertado. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Return to Original English Version

paternal /pəˈtɜːrnəl/ — paterno. 'Well, and how are you, sir?' said the stout gentleman, addressing Mr. Snodgrass with paternal anxiety. Return to Original English Version

patronage /ˈpeɪtrənɪdʒ/ — condescendência. The stranger recognised his friends immediately; and, darting forward and seizing Mr. Pickwick by the hand, dragged him to a seat with his usual impetuosity, talking all the while as if the whole of the arrangements were under his especial patronage and direction. Return to Original English Version

patronising /ˈpeɪtrənaɪzɪŋ/ — condescendente. 'Emily, my dear,' said the spinster aunt, with a patronising air, 'don't talk so loud, love.' Return to Original English Version

pattered /ˈpætərd/ — tamborilou. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

pausing /ˈpɔːzɪŋ/ — parando. 'This is the place,' said the old gentleman, pausing after a few minutes walking, in an avenue of trees. Return to Original English Version

pebbles /ˈpɛbəlz/ — seixos; pedrinhas. The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle. Return to Original English Version

peculiarities /pɪˌkjuːliˈærətiz/ — peculiaridades; singularidades. Mr. Pickwick had no leisure to observe either this or any other particular, the whole of his faculties being concentrated in the management of the animal attached to the chaise, who displayed various peculiarities, highly interesting to a bystander, but by no means equally amusing to any one seated behind him. Return to Original English Version

peculiarly /pɪˈkjuːljərli/ — particularmente; de modo especial. Mr. Winkle, to whom the question was more peculiarly addressed, made no reply. Return to Original English Version

pecuniary /pɪˈkjuːnieri/ — pecuniário; de dinheiro. The number of instances recorded on the Transactions of the Society, in which that excellent man referred objects of charity to the houses of other members for left-off garments or pecuniary relief is almost incredible. Return to Original English Version

peep /piːp/ — espiada; espiar; dar uma olhada rápida. He was a little high-dried man, with a dark squeezed-up face, and small, restless, black eyes, that kept winking and twinkling on each side of his little inquisitive nose, as if they were playing a perpetual game of peep-bo with that feature. Return to Original English Version

peeped /piːpt/ — espiou. 'Devilish good dinner--cold, but capital--peeped into the room this morning--fowls and pies, and all that sort of thing--pleasant fellows these--well behaved, too--very.' Return to Original English Version

peered /pɪrd/ — espiou; olhou para fora. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

peg /pɛɡ/ — cabide; pino de madeira. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Return to Original English Version

pelisse /pəˈliːs/ — casaco longo forrado de pele. A tall, bony woman--straight all the way down--in a coarse, blue pelisse, with the waist an inch or two below her arm-pits, responded to the call. Return to Original English Version

penetrated /ˈpɛnɪtreɪtɪd/ — penetravam; embrenhavam-se. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

penitence /ˈpɛnɪtəns/ — arrependimento; penitência. Mr. Tupman, thus solemnly adjured, stated the case in a few words; touched slightly on the borrowing of the coat; expatiated largely on its having been done 'after dinner'; wound up with a little penitence on his own account; and left the stranger to clear himself as best he could. Return to Original English Version

penitent /ˈpɛnɪtənt/ — penitente. 'In that corner of the churchyard,' said the old gentleman, after a silence of a few moments, 'in that corner of the churchyard of which I have before spoken, there lies buried a man who was in my employment for three years after this event, and who was truly contrite, penitent, and humbled, if ever man was. Return to Original English Version

penned /pend/ — escreveu; redigiu. He commissioned me to say, that should this be pleaded as an excuse for your behaviour, he will consent to accept a written apology, to be penned by you, from my dictation.' Return to Original English Version

pent /pɛnt/ — confinado; represado. Two or three gigs and chaise-carts were wheeled up under different little sheds and pent-houses; and the occasional heavy tread of a cart-horse, or rattling of a chain at the farther end of the yard, announced to anybody who cared about the matter, that the stable lay in that direction. Return to Original English Version

pentonwil /ˈpɛntənvɪl/ — Pentonville. 'He lives at Pentonwil when he's at home,' observed the driver coolly, 'but we seldom takes him home, on account of his weakness.' Return to Original English Version

perceiving /pərˈsiːvɪŋ/ — percebendo; dando-se conta. Mr. Winkle replied in the affirmative; and perceiving that he had not alarmed his companion sufficiently, changed his ground. Return to Original English Version

perceptible /pərˈseptəbəl/ — perceptível. Lieutenant Tappleton turned round to his friend Doctor Slammer, with a scarcely perceptible shrug of the shoulder, as if implying some doubt of the accuracy of his recollection. Return to Original English Version

perceptibly /pərˈseptəbli/ — perceptivelmente. 'Sir,' said the doctor, suddenly addressing Mr. Tupman, in a tone which made that gentleman start as perceptibly as if a pin had been cunningly inserted in the calf of his leg, 'you were at the ball here last night!' Return to Original English Version

perch /pɜːrtʃ/ — poleiro; empoleirar-se; lugar alto. Mr. Winkle mounted to the box, the fat boy waddled to the same perch, and fell fast asleep instantly. Return to Original English Version

peremptory /pəˈremptəri/ — peremptório; categórico. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Return to Original English Version

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perfidy /ˈpɜːrfədi/ — perfídia; traição. It is painful to reflect upon the perfidy of our species; and we will not, therefore, pursue the thread of Mr. Jingle's meditations, as he wended his way to Doctors' Commons. Return to Original English Version

perfumes /pərˈfjuːmz/ — perfumes; fragrâncias. The rich, sweet smell of the hay-ricks rose to his chamber window; the hundred perfumes of the little flower-garden beneath scented the air around; the deep-green meadows shone in the morning dew that glistened on every leaf as it trembled in the gentle air; and the birds sang as if every sparkling drop were to them a fountain of inspiration. Return to Original English Version

peril /ˈperəl/ — pôr em perigo; arriscar. 'Restrain him,' cried Mr. Snodgrass; 'Winkle, Tupman--he must not peril his distinguished life in such a cause as this.' Return to Original English Version

perils /ˈperəlz/ — perigos; riscos graves. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

perjury /ˈpɜːrdʒəri/ — perjúrio, falso testemunho. Mr. Jingle fell on his knees, remained thereupon for five minutes thereafter; and rose the accepted lover of the spinster aunt-- conditionally upon Mr. Tupman's perjury being made clear and manifest. Return to Original English Version

perpetrated /ˈpɜːrpətreɪtɪd/ — perpetrou; cometeu. 'Why, really,' replied the clergyman, 'it's a very slight affair; and the only excuse I have for having ever perpetrated it is, that I was a young man at the time. Return to Original English Version

perpetrators /ˈpɜːrpətreɪtərz/ — autores do crime; perpetradores. Numerous offences had been committed in the neighbourhood; the perpetrators remained undiscovered, and their boldness increased. Return to Original English Version

perplexed /pərˈplɛkst/ — perplexo; desconcertado. 'On account of his weakness!' reiterated the perplexed Mr. Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

persecutor /ˈpɜːrsɪkjuːtər/ — perseguidor. It was the same persecutor that had followed him before. Return to Original English Version

persevere /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪr/ — perseverar. Neglected disease and hopeless poverty were as certain to be his portion as death itself, if he persevered in the same course; yet he did persevere, and the result may be guessed. Return to Original English Version

persevered /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪrd/ — perseverou. Neglected disease and hopeless poverty were as certain to be his portion as death itself, if he persevered in the same course; yet he did persevere, and the result may be guessed. Return to Original English Version

personage /ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒ/ — personagem; figura de destaque. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool. Return to Original English Version

personages /ˈpɜːrsənɪdʒɪz/ — personagens; figuras de destaque. One of the most popular personages, in his own circle, present, was a little fat man, with a ring of upright black hair round his head, and an extensive bald plain on the top of it--Doctor Slammer, surgeon to the 97th. Return to Original English Version

personation /ˌpɜːrsəˈneɪʃən/ — personificação. Mr. Pickwick was the very personation of kindness and humanity: he threw the reins on the horse's back, and having descended from his seat, carefully drew the chaise into the hedge, lest anything should come along the road, and stepped back to the assistance of his distressed companion, leaving Mr. Tupman and Mr. Snodgrass in the vehicle. Return to Original English Version

perspiration /ˌpɜːrspəˈreɪʃən/ — transpiração; suor. Silently and patiently did the doctor bear all this, and all the handings of negus, and watching for glasses, and darting for biscuits, and coquetting, that ensued; but, a few seconds after the stranger had disappeared to lead Mrs. Budger to her carriage, he darted swiftly from the room with every particle of his hitherto-bottled-up indignation effervescing, from all parts of his countenance, in a perspiration of passion. Return to Original English Version

perturbed /pərˈtɜːrbd/ — perturbado; inquieto. The succeeding half-hour's conversation was not of a nature to calm his perturbed spirit. Return to Original English Version

perusal /pəˈruːzəl/ — leitura atenta; exame. The first ray of light which illumines the gloom, and converts into a dazzling brilliancy that obscurity in which the earlier history of the public career of the immortal Pickwick would appear to be involved, is derived from the perusal of the following entry in the Transactions of the Pickwick Club, which the editor of these papers feels the highest pleasure in laying before his readers, as a proof of the careful attention, indefatigable assiduity, and nice discrimination, with which his search among the multifarious documents confided to him has been conducted. Return to Original English Version

perused /pəˈruːzd/ — leu atentamente; examinado. While the old gentleman repeated these lines a second time, to enable Mr. Snodgrass to note them down, Mr. Pickwick perused the lineaments of his face with an expression of great interest. Return to Original English Version

pervaded /pərˈveɪdɪd/ — impregnou; permeou. His face was thin and haggard; but an indescribable air of jaunty impudence and perfect self-possession pervaded the whole man. Return to Original English Version

pervades /pərˈveɪdz/ — permeia; impregna. 'The consumption of tobacco in these towns,' continues Mr. Pickwick, 'must be very great, and the smell which pervades the streets must be exceedingly delicious to those who are extremely fond of smoking. Return to Original English Version

petitions /pəˈtɪʃənz/ — petições. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

pettish /ˈpɛtɪʃ/ — irritadiço. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Return to Original English Version

philanthropic /ˌfɪlənˈθrɒpɪk/ — filantrópico. It is truly delightful to a philanthropic mind to see these gallant men staggering along under the influence of an overflow both of animal and ardent spirits; more especially when we remember that the following them about, and jesting with them, affords a cheap and innocent amusement for the boy population. Return to Original English Version

philanthropy /fɪˈlænθrəpi/ — filantropia. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

physiognomist /ˌfɪziəɡˈnɒmɪst/ — fisionomista. There was the fat boy, perfectly motionless, with his large circular eyes staring into the arbour, but without the slightest expression on his face that the most expert physiognomist could have referred to astonishment, curiosity, or any other known passion that agitates the human breast. Return to Original English Version

pickwickian's /pɪkˈwɪkiənz/ — de um membro do Clube Pickwick. Some lingering irritability appeared to find a resting-place in Mr. Winkle's bosom, occasioned possibly by the temporary abstraction of his coat--though it is scarcely reasonable to suppose that so slight a circumstance can have excited even a passing feeling of anger in a Pickwickian's breast. Return to Original English Version

pieman /ˈpaɪmæn/ — vendedor de tortas. 'Put 'em under the pump,' suggested a hot-pieman. Return to Original English Version

pilgrims /ˈpɪlɡrɪmz/ — peregrinos. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

pippin /ˈpɪpɪn/ — maçã pippin; maçã de variedade antiga. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers. Return to Original English Version

piteous /ˈpɪtiəs/ — lastimoso; de dar dó. 'It was a piteous spectacle to see that woman in the prison-yard from day to day, eagerly and fervently attempting, by affection and entreaty, to soften the hard heart of her obdurate son. Return to Original English Version

pittance /ˈpɪtəns/ — ninharia; salário irrisório. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

placid /ˈplæsɪd/ — plácido; sereno. It was a beautiful sight, in that moment of turmoil and confusion, to behold the placid and philosophical expression of Mr. Pickwick's face, albeit somewhat flushed with exertion, as he stood with his arms firmly clasped round the extensive waist of their corpulent host, thus restraining the impetuosity of his passion, while the fat boy was scratched, and pulled, and pushed from the room by all the females congregated therein. Return to Original English Version

plaid /plæd/ — tecido xadrez. On the left of his great leader sat the poetic Snodgrass, and near him again the sporting Winkle; the former poetically enveloped in a mysterious blue cloak with a canine-skin collar, and the latter communicating additional lustre to a new green shooting-coat, plaid neckerchief, and closely- fitted drabs. Return to Original English Version

plaintive /ˈpleɪntɪv/ — lamentoso. 'You seem unhappy, Mr. Jingle,' said the lady, in a plaintive voice. Return to Original English Version

playfellow /ˈpleɪˌfɛloʊ/ — companheiro de brincadeiras. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer. Return to Original English Version

playfulness /ˈpleɪfəlnəs/ — alegria brincalhona. The barmaid had positively refused to draw him any more liquor; in return for which he had (merely in playfulness) drawn his bayonet, and wounded the girl in the shoulder. Return to Original English Version

pleasanter /ˈplɛzəntər/ — mais agradável. 'You'll find it much pleasanter, Sir,' urged another stout gentleman, who strongly resembled the other half of the roll of flannel aforesaid. Return to Original English Version

pleasantness /ˈplɛzəntnəs/ — amabilidade. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

pledging /ˈplɛdʒɪŋ/ — comprometendo-se; prometendo. 'No, no,' interrupted Winkle, terrified at the idea of his companion's unconsciously pledging himself not to give information; 'don't swear, don't swear; it's quite unnecessary.' Return to Original English Version

plentiful /ˈplɛntɪfəl/ — abundante. There was a gigantic round of cold beef on the table, and Mr. Pickwick was supplied with a plentiful portion of it. Return to Original English Version

pluck /plʌk/ — coragem; valentia. 'Leave him alone,' said the green-coated stranger; 'brandy-and-water-- jolly old gentleman--lots of pluck--swallow this--ah!--capital stuff.' Having previously tested the virtues of a bumper, which had been mixed by the dismal man, the stranger applied the glass to Mr. Pickwick's mouth; and the remainder of its contents rapidly disappeared. Return to Original English Version

plumage /ˈpluːmɪdʒ/ — traje; plumagem. Doctor Slammer looked unutterable ferocity, as he fixed his hat on his head with an indignant knock; and the stranger and Mr. Tupman ascended to the bedroom of the latter to restore the borrowed plumage to the unconscious Winkle. Return to Original English Version

plump /plʌmp/ — rechonchudo; roliço. He laughed as he retired with the bird--it was a plump one. Return to Original English Version

plumpness /ˈplʌmpnəs/ — corpulência; volume. The boy sighed deeply, and, bestowing an ardent gaze upon its plumpness, unwillingly consigned it to his master. Return to Original English Version

plunged /plʌndʒd/ — lançaram-se; precipitaram-se. Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door. Return to Original English Version

plunging /plʌndʒ/ — mergulhando. After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view. Return to Original English Version

poesy /ˈpoʊəzi/ — poesia; arte poética. Mr. Snodgrass dropped the hand which he had, in the spirit of poesy, raised towards the clouds as he made the above appeal, and assumed an attitude of attention. Return to Original English Version

poetical /poʊˈetɪkəl/ — poético. Mr. Tupman was not in a condition to rise, after the unwonted dissipation of the previous night; Mr. Snodgrass appeared to labour under a poetical depression of spirits; and even Mr. Pickwick evinced an unusual attachment to silence and soda- water. Return to Original English Version

poltroon /pɒlˈtruːn/ — covarde. 'You--you're a shuffler, sir,' gasped the furious doctor, 'a poltroon--a coward--a liar--a--a--will nothing induce you to give me your card, sir!' Return to Original English Version

pompous /ˈpɑːmpəs/ — pomposo; presunçoso. 'Lots of money--old girl--pompous doctor--not a bad idea--good fun,' were the intelligible sentences which issued from his lips. Return to Original English Version

pon /pɑːn/ — em; sobre, forma contraída de upon. Pickwick's friend, Mr. Jingle, come 'pon--little visit.' Return to Original English Version

ponderous /ˈpɑːndərəs/ — pesada; volumosa. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Return to Original English Version

pooh /puː/ — ora essa; bah. 'Pooh, pooh!--nothing more easy--blackguard boy--lovely woman--fat boy horsewhipped--you believed--end of the matter--all comfortable.' Return to Original English Version

popes /poʊps/ — papas. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

pore /pɔːr/ — poro. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

porpoise /ˈpɔːrpəs/ — toninha. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate. Return to Original English Version

portly /ˈpɔːrtli/ — corpulento e digno; entroncado. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool. Return to Original English Version

portmanteau /pɔːrtˈmæntoʊ/ — mala de viagem. As well might I be content to gaze on Goswell Street for ever, without one effort to penetrate to the hidden countries which on every side surround it.' And having given vent to this beautiful reflection, Mr. Pickwick proceeded to put himself into his clothes, and his clothes into his portmanteau. Return to Original English Version

posers /ˈpoʊzərz/ — perguntas difíceis. He carried his black kid gloves _in_ his hands, and not ON them; and as he spoke, thrust his wrists beneath his coat tails, with the air of a man who was in the habit of propounding some regular posers. Return to Original English Version

postillions /pɑːˈstɪliənz/ — postilhões. The countenance of Mr. Jingle, completely coated with mud thrown up by the wheels, was plainly discernible at the window of his chaise; and the motion of his arm, which was waving violently towards the postillions, denoted that he was encouraging them to increased exertion. Return to Original English Version

postman's /ˈpoʊstmənz/ — do carteiro. 'Like a general postman's coat--queer coats those--made by contract--no measuring--mysterious dispensations of Providence--all the short men get long coats--all the long men short ones.' Running on in this way, Mr. Tupman's new companion adjusted his dress, or rather the dress of Mr. Winkle; and, accompanied by Mr. Tupman, ascended the staircase leading to the ballroom. Return to Original English Version

powerless /ˈpaʊərləs/ — sem forças; impotente. She dragged her tottering limbs from the bed to visit her son once more, but her strength failed her, and she sank powerless on the ground. Return to Original English Version

prancing /ˈprænsɪŋ/ — saltitando; cavalgando de brincadeira. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

precarious /prɪˈkeriəs/ — precário; instável. He was rather alarmed; for he was not quite certain but that the distress of the agricultural interest, about which he had often heard a great deal, might have compelled the small boys attached to the soil to earn a precarious and hazardous subsistence by making marks of themselves for inexperienced sportsmen. Return to Original English Version

precede /prɪˈsiːd/ — preceder. That gentleman had gradually passed through the various stages which precede the lethargy produced by dinner, and its consequences. Return to Original English Version

precedents /ˈpresɪdənts/ — precedentes. Who, I ask, could endure it?' and, having cross-examined solitude after the most approved precedents, at considerable length, Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of the lattice and looked around him. Return to Original English Version

precipitate /prɪˈsɪpɪtət/ — precipitado; impetuoso. A man must not be precipitate, or he runs over it; he must not rush into the opposite extreme, or he loses it altogether. Return to Original English Version

preface /ˈprefəs/ — prefácio. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Return to Original English Version

prefixing /ˈpriːfɪksɪŋ/ — antepondo. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Return to Original English Version

preliminaries /prɪˈlɪməneriz/ — preliminares; trâmites iniciais. The ground was measured, and preliminaries arranged. Return to Original English Version

prematurely /ˌpriːməˈtʊrli/ — prematuramente; antes da hora. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

presentiment /prɪˈzɛntɪmənt/ — pressentimento. 'All right?' inquired Mr. Pickwick, with an inward presentiment that it was all wrong. Return to Original English Version

presiding /prɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/ — presidindo; que preside. Joseph Smiggers, Esq., P.V.P.M.P.C. [Perpetual Vice- President--Member Pickwick Club], presiding. Return to Original English Version

presumption /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/ — presunção; suposição; atrevimento. The presumption is, that the gratitude of Mr. Winkle was too powerful for utterance, as he said nothing, but continued to walk on--rather slowly. Return to Original English Version

pretence /prɪˈtɛns/ — pretexto. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

prevailed /prɪˈveɪld/ — prevaleceu; vigorou; persuadiu. The dismal man readily complied; a circle was again formed round the table, and harmony once more prevailed. Return to Original English Version

principals /ˈprɪnsəpəlz/ — noivos principais. 'We may place our men, then, I think,' observed the officer, with as much indifference as if the principals were chess-men, and the seconds players. Return to Original English Version

printer's /ˈprɪntərz/ — do impressor. His note- book, blotted with the tears of sympathising humanity, lies open before us; one word, and it is in the printer's hands. Return to Original English Version

privates /ˈpraɪvəts/ — soldados rasos. Officers were running backwards and forwards, first communicating with Colonel Bulder, and then ordering the sergeants, and then running away altogether; and even the very privates themselves looked from behind their glazed stocks with an air of mysterious solemnity, which sufficiently bespoke the special nature of the occasion. Return to Original English Version

privations /praɪˈveɪʃənz/ — privações; carências. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. Return to Original English Version

proctors /ˈprɒktərz/ — os Proctor. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.' Return to Original English Version

procure /prəˈkjʊr/ — conseguir; obter; providenciar. 'Quite unnecessary,' replied Mr. Winkle; 'name them to me, and I can procure the attendance of a friend afterwards.' Return to Original English Version

procured /proʊˈkjʊrd/ — obtida; conseguida. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

procuring /prəˈkjʊrɪŋ/ — obtendo; conseguindo. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

professed /prəˈfest/ — declarou; afirmou. Mr. Snodgrass hastily professed himself very much obliged with the handsome offer of the gentleman who had spoken last, which he was only induced to decline by his entire contentment with the whole proceedings. Return to Original English Version

proffered /ˈprɑːfərd/ — oferecido; estendido. 'The other party, and a surgeon, I suppose,' said Mr. Snodgrass; 'take a drop of brandy.' Mr. Winkle seized the wicker bottle which his friend proffered, and took a lengthened pull at the exhilarating liquid. Return to Original English Version

proffering /ˈprɑːfərɪŋ/ — oferecendo; estendendo. While his three companions were busily engaged in proffering their thanks to their new acquaintance, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to examine his costume and appearance. Return to Original English Version

profusion /prəˈfjuːʒən/ — profusão; abundância. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income. Return to Original English Version

promenaded /ˌprɒməˈneɪdɪd/ — passeou. The finale concluded, the dancers promenaded the room, and Mr. Tupman and his companion stationed themselves in a corner to observe the company. Return to Original English Version

promptings /ˈprɑːmptɪŋz/ — lembretes; deixas. A murmur of curiosity was of course the reply; and the old gentleman proceeded to recite, with the aid of sundry promptings from his wife, the lines in question. Return to Original English Version

propensity /prəˈpensəti/ — propensão; tendência. To this mode of life the man was compelled to resort; and taking the chair every night, at some low theatrical house, at once put him in possession of a few more shillings weekly, and enabled him to gratify his old propensity. Return to Original English Version

prophetic /prʌfɛtɪk/ — profético. * A remarkable instance of the prophetic force of Mr. Jingle's imagination; this dialogue occurring in the year 1827, and the Revolution in 1830. Return to Original English Version

proportionate /prəˈpɔːrʃənət/ — proporcional. The round-game table, on the other hand, was so boisterously merry as materially to interrupt the contemplations of Mr. Miller, who, not being quite so much absorbed as he ought to have been, contrived to commit various high crimes and misdemeanours, which excited the wrath of the fat gentleman to a very great extent, and called forth the good-humour of the old lady in a proportionate degree. Return to Original English Version

propounding /prəˈpaʊndɪŋ/ — propondo; apresentando. He carried his black kid gloves _in_ his hands, and not ON them; and as he spoke, thrust his wrists beneath his coat tails, with the air of a man who was in the habit of propounding some regular posers. Return to Original English Version

proprietors /prəˈpraɪətəz/ — proprietários. 'Soles--ah!--capital fish--all come from London-stage-coach proprietors get up political dinners--carriage of soles--dozens of baskets--cunning fellows. Return to Original English Version

propriety /prʌpraɪʌti/ — decoro. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

prostrate /ˈprɑːstreɪt/ — prostrado; por terra; prostrar-se. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Return to Original English Version

protestations /ˌprɑːtəˈsteɪʃənz/ — protestos; declarações veementes. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

protracted /proʊˈtræktɪd/ — prolongado; arrastado. 'It was late, for I had been playing in the last piece; and, as it was a benefit night, the performances had been protracted to an unusual length. Return to Original English Version

providentially /ˌprɑːvɪˈdenʃəli/ — providencialmente; por sorte. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate. Return to Original English Version

prowess /ˈpraʊəs/ — habilidade superior; valentia. In vain did the eager Luffey, and the enthusiastic Struggles, do all that skill and experience could suggest, to regain the ground Dingley Dell had lost in the contest--it was of no avail; and in an early period of the winning game Dingley Dell gave in, and allowed the superior prowess of All-Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

prudent /prudʌnt/ — prudente. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

prussic /ˈprʌsɪk/ — prússico. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

publican /ˈpʌblɪkən/ — dono de bar. It was but the day before my arrival that one of them had been most grossly insulted in the house of a publican. Return to Original English Version

puffed /pʌft/ — estufado; inchado. The wind puffed, and Mr. Pickwick puffed, and the hat rolled over and over as merrily as a lively porpoise in a strong tide: and on it might have rolled, far beyond Mr. Pickwick's reach, had not its course been providentially stopped, just as that gentleman was on the point of resigning it to its fate. Return to Original English Version

puffy /ˈpʌfi/ — inchado. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

pulverise /ˈpʌlvəraɪz/ — pulverizar. But he restrained himself again- -he did not pulverise him. Return to Original English Version

pursuits /pərˈsuːts/ — ocupações; buscas. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income. Return to Original English Version

pushings /ˈpʊʃɪŋz/ — empurrões. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Return to Original English Version

quadrille /kwəˈdrɪl/ — quadrilha. 'They're beginning upstairs,' said the stranger--'hear the company-- fiddles tuning--now the harp--there they go.' The various sounds which found their way downstairs announced the commencement of the first quadrille. Return to Original English Version

quadrilles /kwɒˈdrɪlz/ — quadrilhas. The musicians were securely confined in an elevated den, and quadrilles were being systematically got through by two or three sets of dancers. Return to Original English Version

quadruped /ˈkwɑːdruped/ — quadrúpede. 'Wo-o!' cried Mr. Pickwick, as the tall quadruped evinced a decided inclination to back into the coffee-room window. Return to Original English Version

quailed /kweɪld/ — acovardou-se; vacilou. 'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Return to Original English Version

quartered /ˈkwɔːrtərd/ — dividido em quatro; alojado. 'Snodgrass,' he said, stopping suddenly, 'do not let me be balked in this matter--do not give information to the local authorities--do not obtain the assistance of several peace officers, to take either me or Doctor Slammer, of the 97th Regiment, at present quartered in Chatham Barracks, into custody, and thus prevent this duel!--I say, do not.' Return to Original English Version

quartette /kwɔːrˈtɛt/ — quarteto. Mr. Jingle assented, and the quartette walked into an empty apartment. Return to Original English Version

quenched /kwentʃt/ — apagado; saciado. Pickwick) would not deny that he was influenced by human passions and human feelings (cheers)--possibly by human weaknesses (loud cries of "No"); but this he would say, that if ever the fire of self-importance broke out in his bosom, the desire to benefit the human race in preference effectually quenched it. Return to Original English Version

quickset /ˈkwɪksɛt/ — cerca viva. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

quiver /ˈkwɪvər/ — aljava; carcás. His lip might quiver, and his cheek might blanch, but no expression of fear or concern escaped the lips of that immortal man. Return to Original English Version

quivered /ˈkwɪv.ərd/ — tremeu. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

racked /rækt/ — atormentado; torturado. These were the doubts which racked his brain as he lay extended on the sofa; these were the doubts which he determined should be at once and for ever resolved. Return to Original English Version

radish /ˈrædɪʃ/ — rabanete; raiz-forte em horse-radish. We eats our biled mutton without capers, and don't care for horse-radish ven ve can get beef.' Return to Original English Version

rambling /ˈræmblɪŋ/ — desconexa; construída sem plano. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

ramming /ˈræmɪŋ/ — socando; comprimindo à força. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. Return to Original English Version

rapidity /rəˈpɪdəti/ — rapidez; celeridade. They sat down to the meal; and broiled ham, eggs, tea, coffee and sundries, began to disappear with a rapidity which at once bore testimony to the excellence of the fare, and the appetites of its consumers. Return to Original English Version

rapine /ˈræpɪn/ — rapina; saque violento. 'It is indeed a noble and a brilliant sight,' said Mr. Snodgrass, in whose bosom a blaze of poetry was rapidly bursting forth, 'to see the gallant defenders of their country drawn up in brilliant array before its peaceful citizens; their faces beaming--not with warlike ferocity, but with civilised gentleness; their eyes flashing--not with the rude fire of rapine or revenge, but with the soft light of humanity and intelligence.' Return to Original English Version

rarities /ˈreərətiz/ — raridades. 'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. Return to Original English Version

rascals /ˈræskəlz/ — malandros; velhacos. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples. Return to Original English Version

rattle /ˈrætəl/ — chocalhar; matraquear; estrépito. The spinster aunt trembled, till some pebbles which had accidentally found their way into the large watering-pot shook like an infant's rattle. Return to Original English Version

ravages /ˈrævɪdʒɪz/ — estragos; devastação. The lips were parched, and cracked in many places; the hard, dry skin glowed with a burning heat; and there was an almost unearthly air of wild anxiety in the man's face, indicating even more strongly the ravages of the disease. Return to Original English Version

raving /ˈreɪvɪŋ/ — delirante; furioso. 'Yes, ma'am--damn that Joe!--treacherous dog, Joe--told the old lady-- old lady furious--wild--raving--arbour--Tupman--kissing and hugging--all that sort of thing--eh, ma'am--eh?' Return to Original English Version

ravings /ˈreɪvɪŋz/ — delírios; desvarios. 'I took the seat I had occupied the night before, and there I sat for hours, listening to sounds which must strike deep to the heart of the most callous among human beings--the awful ravings of a dying man. Return to Original English Version

rayther /ˈreɪðər/ — meio/bastante. 'Rayther better.' Return to Original English Version

reanimated /riːˈænɪmeɪtɪd/ — reanimou; renovou. Here, however, an object presented itself, which rekindled their hopes, and reanimated their drooping spirits. Return to Original English Version

reared /rɪəd/ — criou; educou. Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Return to Original English Version

reasoner /ˈriːzənə/ — pessoa que raciocina. He was a quick and powerful reasoner; and a moment's reflection sufficed to remind him of the impotency of his rage. Return to Original English Version

recapitulation /ˌriːkəˌpɪtʃəˈleɪʃən/ — recapitulação. I cannot lay claim to the honour of forming an item in the population of Muggleton; nor, Sir, I will frankly admit, do I covet that honour: and I will tell you why, Sir (hear); to Muggleton I will readily concede all these honours and distinctions to which it can fairly lay claim--they are too numerous and too well known to require aid or recapitulation from me. Return to Original English Version

recesses /ˈriːsesɪz/ — reentrâncias; recônditos; nichos. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

recital /rɪˈsaɪtəl/ — narrativa; relato detalhado. The old gentleman smiled good-humouredly as he drew his chair forward-- the remainder of the party drew their chairs closer together, especially Mr. Tupman and the spinster aunt, who were possibly rather hard of hearing; and the old lady's ear-trumpet having been duly adjusted, and Mr. Miller (who had fallen asleep during the recital of the verses) roused from his slumbers by an admonitory pinch, administered beneath the table by his ex-partner the solemn fat man, the old gentleman, without further preface, commenced the following tale, to which we have taken the liberty of prefixing the title of Return to Original English Version

recognises /ˈrekəɡnaɪzɪz/ — reconhece. 'That this Association cordially recognises the principle of every member of the Corresponding Society defraying his own travelling expenses; and that it sees no objection whatever to the members of the said society pursuing their inquiries for any length of time they please, upon the same terms. Return to Original English Version

recollecting /ˌrekəˈlektɪŋ/ — recordando. He stopped short, as if suddenly recollecting something, and said--'By the bye--can't spare ten pounds, can you?--very particular purpose--pay you in three days.' Return to Original English Version

recollection /ˌrekəˈlekʃən/ — recordação; lembrança. 'I took too much wine after dinner, and have a very vague recollection of walking about the streets, and smoking a cigar afterwards. Return to Original English Version

recommenced /ˌriːkəˈmenst/ — recomeçou. The fresh bottle was produced, and speedily emptied: the hamper was made fast in its old place--the fat boy once more mounted the box--the spectacles and pocket-glass were again adjusted--and the evolutions of the military recommenced. Return to Original English Version

reconduct /ˌriːkənˈdʌkt/ — conduzir de volta. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Return to Original English Version

recount /rɪˈkaʊnt/ — relatar; narrar. Tupman, recount the circumstances.' Return to Original English Version

recounted /rɪˈkaʊntɪd/ — relatou; contou. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. Return to Original English Version

recreations /ˌrekriˈeɪʃənz/ — diversões. The evening glided swiftly away, in these cheerful recreations; and when the substantial though homely supper had been despatched, and the little party formed a social circle round the fire, Mr. Pickwick thought he had never felt so happy in his life, and at no time so much disposed to enjoy, and make the most of, the passing moment. Return to Original English Version

rectified /ˈrektɪfaɪd/ — corrigido; remediado. The slight omission was rectified. Return to Original English Version

recurrence /rɪˈkɜːrəns/ — repetição; recorrência. 'Sorry to have placed you in this disagreeable situation,' said Lieutenant Tappleton, addressing Mr. Pickwick; 'allow me to suggest, that the best way of avoiding a recurrence of such scenes in future will be to be more select in the choice of your companions. Return to Original English Version

redolent /ˈredələnt/ — impregnado do cheiro de; evocativo de. Who could continue to exist where there are no cows but the cows on the chimney-pots; nothing redolent of Pan but pan-tiles; no crop but stone crop? Return to Original English Version

redoubled /ˌriːˈdʌbəld/ — redobrou. Did a slim gentleman try to catch it, it struck him on the nose, and bounded pleasantly off with redoubled violence, while the slim gentleman's eyes filled with water, and his form writhed with anguish. Return to Original English Version

redoubtable /rɪˈdaʊtəbəl/ — temível; formidável. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Return to Original English Version

reeking /ˈriːkɪŋ/ — fumegante; soltando vapor. Waiter! raw beef-steak for the gentleman's eye--nothing like raw beef-steak for a bruise, sir; cold lamp-post very good, but lamp-post inconvenient--damned odd standing in the open street half an hour, with your eye against a lamp-post--eh,-- very good--ha! ha!' And the stranger, without stopping to take breath, swallowed at a draught full half a pint of the reeking brandy-and-water, and flung himself into a chair with as much ease as if nothing uncommon had occurred. Return to Original English Version

refreshment /rɪˈfreʃmənt/ — refresco; comida e bebida; alívio. The wickets were pitched, and so were a couple of marquees for the rest and refreshment of the contending parties. Return to Original English Version

reg'lar /ˈreɡlər/ — regular (fala popular de regular). 'Reg'lar good land that,' interposed another fat man. Return to Original English Version

reiterated /riˈɪtəreɪtɪd/ — repetidas; reiteradas. The driver reiterated his former statement. Return to Original English Version

rejoin /riˈdʒɔɪn/ — reencontrar; juntar-se de novo a. Mr. Pickwick having paused to make these observations, to be noted down at a more convenient period, hastened to rejoin his friends, who had turned out of the main street, and were already within sight of the field of battle. Return to Original English Version

rekindled /ˌriːˈkɪndəld/ — reacendeu. Here, however, an object presented itself, which rekindled their hopes, and reanimated their drooping spirits. Return to Original English Version

relapse /rɪˈlæps/ — recaída. 'I _don't_ wish it.' (Here there was a frightful relapse.) Return to Original English Version

reloading /ˌriːˈləʊdɪŋ/ — recarregando. 'Now, Mr. Winkle,' said the host, reloading his own gun. Return to Original English Version

remnant /ˈremnənt/ — remanescente; resto; vestígio. 'Dead, sir--dead,' said the stranger, applying to his right eye the brief remnant of a very old cambric handkerchief. Return to Original English Version

remonstrated /rɪˈmɑːnstreɪtɪd/ — protestou; objetou. 'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. Return to Original English Version

remorse /rɪˈmɔːrs/ — remorso; arrependimento. 'Remorse and misery,' replied the stranger. Return to Original English Version

remount /ˌriːˈmaʊnt/ — montar novamente. 'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount. Return to Original English Version

renewing /rɪˈnuːɪŋ/ — renovando; retomando. At its conclusion, the little man took a pinch of snuff from an oblong silver box, and was apparently on the point of renewing the conversation, when one of the plump gentlemen, who in addition to a benevolent countenance, possessed a pair of spectacles, and a pair of black gaiters, interfered-- Return to Original English Version

repaid /rɪˈpeɪd/ — recompensado; retribuído. These exertions were but ill repaid. Return to Original English Version

repel /rɪˈpel/ — repelir; rechaçar; causar repulsa. The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array. Return to Original English Version

repelled /rɪˈpeld/ — repeliu; rechaçado. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.") Return to Original English Version

repentance /rɪˈpentəns/ — arrependimento; penitência. 'I bore the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son in prison; and I carried the solemn assurance of repentance, and his fervent supplication for pardon, to her sick-bed. Return to Original English Version

repentant /rɪˈpentənt/ — arrependido. I heard, with pity and compassion, the repentant man devise a thousand little plans for her comfort and support when he returned; but I knew that many months before he could reach his place of destination, his mother would be no longer of this world. Return to Original English Version

repose /rɪˈpəʊz/ — repouso. His new friend departed; and, after experiencing some slight difficulty in finding the orifice in his nightcap, originally intended for the reception of his head, and finally overturning his candlestick in his struggles to put it on, Mr. Tracy Tupman managed to get into bed by a series of complicated evolutions, and shortly afterwards sank into repose. Return to Original English Version

reproachfully /rɪˈprəʊtʃfəli/ — em tom de censura; reprovadoramente. The fatiguing adventures of the day or the somniferous influence of the clergyman's tale operated so strongly on the drowsy tendencies of Mr. Pickwick, that in less than five minutes after he had been shown to his comfortable bedroom he fell into a sound and dreamless sleep, from which he was only awakened by the morning sun darting his bright beams reproachfully into the apartment. Return to Original English Version

reptiles /ˈreptaɪlz/ — répteis. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

repulses /rɪˈpʌlsɪz/ — recusas; rejeições. The little man seemed rather baffled by these several repulses, and a short consultation took place between him and the two plump gentlemen. Return to Original English Version

repulsive /rɪˈpʌlsɪv/ — repulsivo; repugnante. Never shall I forget the repulsive sight that met my eye when I turned round. Return to Original English Version

requisite /ˈrekwəzɪt/ — necessário; indispensável. A vast deal of coolness, and a peculiar degree of judgment, are requisite in catching a hat. Return to Original English Version

requisites /ˈrekwɪzɪts/ — requisitos; qualidades necessárias. He had observation enough to see, that his off-hand manner was by no means disagreeable to the fair object of his attack; and he had more than a strong suspicion that she possessed that most desirable of all requisites, a small independence. Return to Original English Version

requisition /ˌrekwɪˈzɪʃən/ — requisição. Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes. Return to Original English Version

researches /rɪˈsɜːtʃɪz/ — pesquisas. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

resolute /ˈrezəluːt/ — resoluto. But, no! we will be resolute! Return to Original English Version

resolutely /ˈrɛzəluːtli/ — resolutamente; com firmeza. 'We have nothing further to say, Sir, I think,' he coldly remarked, as he opened the case; 'an apology has been resolutely declined.' Return to Original English Version

resorted /rɪˈzɔːrtɪd/ — recorreu a. However well deserved this piece of retaliation might have been, it was as vindictive a one as could well have been resorted to. Return to Original English Version

resounded /rɪˈzaʊndɪd/ — ressoou; retumbou. Then there was such a ramming down of the contents of enormous guns on the battery, with instruments like magnified mops; such a preparation before they were let off, and such an awful noise when they did go, that the air resounded with the screams of ladies. Return to Original English Version

respite /ˈrespɪt/ — trégua; alívio. 'If you please,' said Mr. Winkle, glad of any respite. Return to Original English Version

restoratives /rɪˈstɒrətɪvz/ — revigorantes; remédios restauradores. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Return to Original English Version

restrain /rɪˈstreɪn/ — conter; refrear; reprimir. 'Restrain him,' cried Mr. Snodgrass; 'Winkle, Tupman--he must not peril his distinguished life in such a cause as this.' Return to Original English Version

restrained /rɪˈstreɪnd/ — conteve; segurou. 'Only his playfulness, gen'lm'n,' said the head hostler encouragingly; 'jist kitch hold on him, Villiam.' The deputy restrained the animal's impetuosity, and the principal ran to assist Mr. Winkle in mounting. Return to Original English Version

resuming /rɪˈzuːmɪŋ/ — retomando; reassumindo. 'I should very much like to go,' said Mr. Tupman, resuming the subject of the ball, 'very much.' Return to Original English Version

retailed /ˈriːteɪld/ — recontadas; transmitidas. So successful were his efforts, that even the deaf old lady insisted on having one or two of his best jokes retailed through the trumpet; and even she condescended to observe to the spinster aunt, that 'He' (meaning Jingle) 'was an impudent young fellow:' a sentiment in which all her relations then and there present thoroughly coincided. Return to Original English Version

retraced /rɪˈtreɪst/ — refez o caminho; voltou sobre os passos. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue. Return to Original English Version

retreated /rɪˈtriːtɪd/ — recuar. That gentleman started, stared, retreated, rubbed his eyes, stared again, and, finally, shouted, 'Stop, stop!' Return to Original English Version

retreats /rɪˈtriːts/ — refúgios; retiradas. There was a bower at the farther end, with honeysuckle, jessamine, and creeping plants--one of those sweet retreats which humane men erect for the accommodation of spiders. Return to Original English Version

retribution /ˌretrəˈbjuːʃən/ — castigo merecido; retribuição. 'And now the boasted coldness and indifference of the young man were tested indeed; and the retribution that fell heavily upon him nearly drove him mad. Return to Original English Version

retrograde /ˈretrəɡreɪd/ — para trás; retrógrado. The horse no sooner beheld Mr. Pickwick advancing towards him with the chaise whip in his hand, than he exchanged the rotary motion in which he had previously indulged, for a retrograde movement of so very determined a character, that it at once drew Mr. Winkle, who was still at the end of the bridle, at a rather quicker rate than fast walking, in the direction from which they had just come. Return to Original English Version

revelry /ˈrevəlri/ — folia; festança. Behind it rose the ancient castle, its towers roofless, and its massive walls crumbling away, but telling us proudly of its old might and strength, as when, seven hundred years ago, it rang with the clash of arms, or resounded with the noise of feasting and revelry. Return to Original English Version

revered /rɪˈvɪrd/ — reverenciado; venerava. His hand was upon the lock of the door; in another instant it would have been on the throat of Doctor Payne of the 43rd, had not Mr. Snodgrass seized his revered leader by the coat tail, and dragged him backwards. Return to Original English Version

reverenced /ˈrɛvərənst/ — reverenciou; venerado. The place seemed smaller than it used to be; but there were the old monuments on which he had gazed with childish awe a thousand times; the little pulpit with its faded cushion; the Communion table before which he had so often repeated the Commandments he had reverenced as a child, and forgotten as a man. Return to Original English Version

reverie /ˈrevəri/ — devaneio. Mr. Pickwick was roused from the agreeable reverie into which he had been led by the objects before him, by a deep sigh, and a touch on his shoulder. Return to Original English Version

reverted /rɪˈvɜːrtɪd/ — voltou a; reverteu. He passed the wine, coughed twice, and looked at the stranger for several seconds with a stern intensity; as that individual, however, appeared perfectly collected, and quite calm under his searching glance, he gradually relaxed, and reverted to the subject of the ball. Return to Original English Version

reverting /rɪˈvɜːrtɪŋ/ — voltando a; retomando. 'It is a touching thing to hear the mind reverting to the ordinary occupations and pursuits of health, when the body lies before you weak and helpless; but when those occupations are of a character the most strongly opposed to anything we associate with grave and solemn ideas, the impression produced is infinitely more powerful. Return to Original English Version

revoke /rɪˈvəʊk/ — renúncia, infração de não seguir o naipe. Another game, with a similar result, was followed by a revoke from the unlucky Miller; on which the fat gentleman burst into a state of high personal excitement which lasted until the conclusion of the game, when he retired into a corner, and remained perfectly mute for one hour and twenty-seven minutes; at the end of which time he emerged from his retirement, and offered Mr. Pickwick a pinch of snuff with the air of a man who had made up his mind to a Christian forgiveness of injuries sustained. Return to Original English Version

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rhymes /raɪmz/ — rimas. A short pause, and he shouted out a few doggerel rhymes--the last he had ever learned. Return to Original English Version

ricks /rɪks/ — meda de feno. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

ripple /ˈrɪpəl/ — onda; frêmito que se propaga. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

ripstone /ˈrɪpstən/ — da variedade Ribston. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers. Return to Original English Version

romping /ˈrɒmpɪŋ/ — brincando alegremente. The door opened, and a group of little children bounded out, shouting and romping. Return to Original English Version

roofless /ˈruːfləs/ — sem teto. Behind it rose the ancient castle, its towers roofless, and its massive walls crumbling away, but telling us proudly of its old might and strength, as when, seven hundred years ago, it rang with the clash of arms, or resounded with the noise of feasting and revelry. Return to Original English Version

rookery /ˈrʊkəri/ — colônia de gralhas. 'Go up, and call the gentleman, and tell him he'll find me and Mr. Pickwick in the rookery. Return to Original English Version

roused /raʊzd/ — despertar. 'What's the matter?' cried Mr. Tupman, as a loud knocking at his door roused him from his oblivious repose. Return to Original English Version

rousing /ˈraʊzɪŋ/ — ato de despertar; intenso. The lethargic youth contrived without any additional rousing to set out two card-tables; the one for Pope Joan, and the other for whist. Return to Original English Version

rumbled /ˈrʌmbəld/ — ressoou; troou. The lanterns glimmered, as the men ran to and fro; the horses' hoofs clattered on the uneven paving of the yard; the chaise rumbled as it was drawn out of the coach-house; and all was noise and bustle. Return to Original English Version

ruminate /ˈruːmɪneɪt/ — refletir. The state of the case having been formally explained to Mr. Snodgrass, and a case of satisfactory pistols, with the satisfactory accompaniments of powder, ball, and caps, having been hired from a manufacturer in Rochester, the two friends returned to their inn; Mr. Winkle to ruminate on the approaching struggle, and Mr. Snodgrass to arrange the weapons of war, and put them into proper order for immediate use. Return to Original English Version

ruminating /ˈruːmɪneɪtɪŋ/ — refletindo. 'I am ruminating,' said Mr. Pickwick, 'on the strange mutability of human affairs.' Return to Original English Version

rung /rʌŋ/ — degrau; travessa de escada. The bell was rung, and the fat boy appeared. Return to Original English Version

runnin /ˈrʌnɪn/ — correndo (forma dialetal). Hold still, Sir; wot's the use o' runnin' arter a man as has made his lucky, and got to t'other end of the Borough by this time?' Return to Original English Version

ruptured /ˈrʌptʃəd/ — rompido. He had ruptured a blood-vessel, and he was a dead man before his son could raise him. Return to Original English Version

rustled /ˈrʌsəld/ — farfalhavam. 'He had not observed that a man was lying on the bank beside him; his garments rustled as he turned round to steal a look at the new-comer; and Edmunds raised his head. Return to Original English Version

ruts /rʌts/ — sulcos. 'Give her her head, Tom,' cried the host; and away they went, down the narrow lanes; jolting in and out of the cart- ruts, and bumping up against the hedges on either side, as if they would go to pieces every moment. Return to Original English Version

sackcloth /ˈsækklɒθ/ — pano de saco. 'Here you are, sir,' shouted a strange specimen of the human race, in a sackcloth coat, and apron of the same, who, with a brass label and number round his neck, looked as if he were catalogued in some collection of rarities. Return to Original English Version

saddled /ˈsædəld/ — selado. An hostler stood near, holding by the bridle another immense horse--apparently a near relative of the animal in the chaise--ready saddled for Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

saddler's /ˈsædlərz/ — de um seleiro. There were, within sight, an auctioneer's and fire-agency office, a corn-factor's, a linen- draper's, a saddler's, a distiller's, a grocer's, and a shoe-shop--the last-mentioned warehouse being also appropriated to the diffusion of hats, bonnets, wearing apparel, cotton umbrellas, and useful knowledge. Return to Original English Version

saddles /ˈsædəlz/ — selas. The postillions, each with a broad grin convulsing his countenance, were viewing the adverse party from their saddles, and Mr. Jingle was contemplating the wreck from the coach window, with evident satisfaction. Return to Original English Version

sagacious /səˈɡeɪʃəs/ — sagaz; perspicaz. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Return to Original English Version

sagacity /səˈɡæsəti/ — sagacidade; perspicácia. The fat boy, not being quite certain which gentleman he was directed to call, had with peculiar sagacity, and to prevent the possibility of any mistake, called them all. Return to Original English Version

sallied /ˈsælid/ — saiu em marcha; investiu. It was a dull and heavy evening when they again sallied forth on their awkward errand. Return to Original English Version

sallow /ˈsæloʊ/ — amarelado; macilento. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. Return to Original English Version

salutations /ˌsæljəˈteɪʃənz/ — saudações; cumprimentos. 'And how,' said Mr. Pickwick, when he had grasped his followers by the hand, and exchanged warm salutations of welcome--'how is Tupman?' Return to Original English Version

samplers /ˈsɑːmplərz/ — mostruários bordados. A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. Return to Original English Version

sanction /ˈsæŋkʃən/ — sanção; aprovação. 'That the said proposal has received the sanction and approval of this Association. Return to Original English Version

sanguinary /ˈsæŋɡwɪneri/ — sanguinário. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Return to Original English Version

sanity /ˈsænəti/ — sanidade; juízo. 'Sir!' said the spinster aunt, rather astonished by the unexpected apparition and somewhat doubtful of Mr. Jingle's sanity. Return to Original English Version

sarcophagus /sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/ — sarcófago. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

saucers /ˈsɔːsərz/ — pires. There were a couple of shelves, with a few plates and cups and saucers; and a pair of stage shoes and a couple of foils hung beneath them. Return to Original English Version

sauntered /ˈsɔːntərd/ — caminhou sem pressa. The fat boy sauntered heavily behind them with the animal; and the old gentleman, condoling with his guests in homely phrase on so much of the day's adventures as they thought proper to communicate, led the way to the kitchen. Return to Original English Version

scandalised /ˈskændəlaɪzd/ — escandalizou. Whether Mr. Tupman was somewhat indignant at the peremptory tone in which he was desired to pass the wine which the stranger passed so quickly away, or whether he felt very properly scandalised at an influential member of the Pickwick Club being ignominiously compared to a dismounted Bacchus, is a fact not yet completely ascertained. Return to Original English Version

scanty /ˈskænti/ — escasso; exíguo; sumário. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Return to Original English Version

scarcely /ˈskeəsli/ — mal; quase não. The entry was scarcely completed when they reached the Golden Cross. Return to Original English Version

scarfs /skɑːfs/ — cachecóis; faixas. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Return to Original English Version

schoolfellow /ˈskuːlfɛloʊ/ — colega de escola. There were strange faces in almost every house; in some he recognised the burly form of some old schoolfellow--a boy when he last saw him--surrounded by a troop of merry children; in others he saw, seated in an easy-chair at a cottage door, a feeble and infirm old man, whom he only remembered as a hale and hearty labourer; but they had all forgotten him, and he passed on unknown. Return to Original English Version

scorched /skɔːrtʃt/ — chamuscado; queimado; ressequido. Played a match once--single wicket- -friend the colonel--Sir Thomas Blazo--who should get the greatest number of runs.--Won the toss--first innings--seven o'clock A.M.--six natives to look out--went in; kept in--heat intense--natives all fainted--taken away--fresh half-dozen ordered--fainted also--Blazo bowling--supported by two natives--couldn't bowl me out--fainted too-- cleared away the colonel--wouldn't give in--faithful attendant--Quanko Samba--last man left--sun so hot, bat in blisters, ball scorched brown-- five hundred and seventy runs--rather exhausted--Quanko mustered up last remaining strength--bowled me out--had a bath, and went out to dinner.' Return to Original English Version

scorching /ˈskɔːrtʃɪŋ/ — escaldante; abrasador. 'Warm!--red hot--scorching--glowing. Return to Original English Version

scorers /ˈskɔːrərz/ — marcadores. The umpires were stationed behind the wickets; the scorers were prepared to notch the runs; a breathless silence ensued. Return to Original English Version

scorn /skɔːrn/ — desdém; desprezo. He was apparently about to proceed to do so, when Lieutenant Tappleton, who had been eyeing him with great curiosity, said with considerable scorn, 'Haven't I seen you at the theatre, Sir?' Return to Original English Version

scoundrel /ˈskaʊndrəl/ — patife; canalha. 'He was bribed by that scoundrel, Jingle, to put me on a wrong scent, by telling a cock-and-bull story of my sister and your friend Tupman!' (Here Mr. Tupman sank into a chair.) 'Let me get at him!' Return to Original English Version

scoundrels /ˈskaʊndrəlz/ — canalhas; patifes. He roared out scoundrels and villains by the dozen, clenched his fist and shook it expressively at the object of his indignation; but Mr. Jingle only answered with a contemptuous smile, and replied to his menaces by a shout of triumph, as his horses, answering the increased application of whip and spur, broke into a faster gallop, and left the pursuers behind. Return to Original English Version

scowled /skˈaʊld/ — franziu a testa. 'I think I gave that person a very pressing invitation last night, which he thought proper to decline.' Saying which the doctor scowled magnanimously on the stranger, and whispered his friend Lieutenant Tappleton. Return to Original English Version

scragging /ˈskræɡɪŋ/ — enforcamento. 'Never mind George Barnwell,' interrupted Sam, who had remained a wondering listener during this short colloquy; 'everybody knows what sort of a case his was, tho' it's always been my opinion, mind you, that the young 'ooman deserved scragging a precious sight more than he did. Return to Original English Version

scratchings /ˈskrætʃɪŋz/ — arranhões. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Return to Original English Version

scrawled /skrɔːld/ — rabiscou; garatujou. 'A few nights afterwards, a boy put a dirty scrap of paper in my hand, on which were scrawled a few words in pencil, intimating that the man was dangerously ill, and begging me, after the performance, to see him at his lodgings in some street--I forget the name of it now--at no great distance from the theatre. Return to Original English Version

screwing /skru/ — apertando com parafuso. 'Rather short in the waist, ain't it?' said the stranger, screwing himself round to catch a glimpse in the glass of the waist buttons, which were half-way up his back. Return to Original English Version

scrupulous /ˈskruːpjələs/ — escrupuloso; meticuloso. Great men are seldom over scrupulous in the arrangement of their attire; the operation of shaving, dressing, and coffee-imbibing was soon performed; and, in another hour, Mr. Pickwick, with his portmanteau in his hand, his telescope in his greatcoat pocket, and his note-book in his waistcoat, ready for the reception of any discoveries worthy of being noted down, had arrived at the coach-stand in St. Martin's-le-Grand. Return to Original English Version

scrutinising /ˈskruːtənaɪzɪŋ/ — examinando minuciosamente. 'And--and that person, too, if I am not mistaken,' said the doctor, bestowing a scrutinising glance on the green-coated stranger. Return to Original English Version

scurrilous /ˈskʌrələs/ — difamatória. BLOTTON would only say then, that he repelled the hon. gent.'s false and scurrilous accusation, with profound contempt. (Great cheering.) The hon. gent. was a humbug. (Immense confusion, and loud cries of "Chair," and "Order.") Return to Original English Version

searing /ˈsɪərɪŋ/ — queimando; abrasando. The walls and ceiling were alive with reptiles--the vault expanded to an enormous size--frightful figures flitted to and fro--and the faces of men he knew, rendered hideous by gibing and mouthing, peered out from among them; they were searing him with heated irons, and binding his head with cords till the blood started; and he struggled madly for life. Return to Original English Version

seaweed /ˈsiːwiːd/ — alga marinha. Huge knots of seaweed hung upon the jagged and pointed stones, trembling in every breath of wind; and the green ivy clung mournfully round the dark and ruined battlements. Return to Original English Version

secluded /sɪˈkluːdɪd/ — isolado; recolhido. 'If you will take the trouble to turn into the field which borders the trench, take the foot-path to the left when you arrive at an angle of the fortification, and keep straight on, till you see me, I will precede you to a secluded place, where the affair can be conducted without fear of interruption.' Return to Original English Version

seclusion /sɪˈkluʒən/ — isolamento. The quiet seclusion of Dingley Dell, the presence of so many of the gentler sex, and the solicitude and anxiety they evinced in his behalf, were all favourable to the growth and development of those softer feelings which nature had implanted deep in the bosom of Mr. Tracy Tupman, and which now appeared destined to centre in one lovely object. Return to Original English Version

seconded /ˈsekəndɪd/ — apoiou; secundou. 'With a doctor--Doctor Slammer, of the 97th,' said Mr. Winkle, wishing to make the matter appear as solemn as possible; 'an affair with an officer, seconded by another officer, at sunset this evening, in a lonely field beyond Fort Pitt.' Return to Original English Version

secretary's /ˈsekrəteri/ — do secretário; da secretária. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Return to Original English Version

securely /sɪˈkjʊrli/ — com segurança; bem trancado. The musicians were securely confined in an elevated den, and quadrilles were being systematically got through by two or three sets of dancers. Return to Original English Version

sedate /sɪˈdeɪt/ — comedido; sereno. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Return to Original English Version

sedateness /sɪˈdeɪtnəs/ — serenidade, compostura. The rubber was conducted with all that gravity of deportment and sedateness of demeanour which befit the pursuit entitled 'whist'--a solemn observance, to which, as it appears to us, the title of 'game' has been very irreverently and ignominiously applied. Return to Original English Version

seductive /sɪˈdʌktɪv/ — sedutor. 'Can we put this horse up here, my good woman?' said Mr. Tupman, advancing, and speaking in his most seductive tones. Return to Original English Version

seizing /ˈsiːzɪŋ/ — agarrando; apoderando-se de; aproveitando. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

selkirks /ˈsɛlkɜːrks/ — Selkirks. Miss Bulder was warmly welcomed by the Misses Clubber; the greeting between Mrs. Colonel Bulder and Lady Clubber was of the most affectionate description; Colonel Bulder and Sir Thomas Clubber exchanged snuff-boxes, and looked very much like a pair of Alexander Selkirks--'Monarchs of all they surveyed.' Return to Original English Version

sensibility /ˌsensəˈbɪləti/ — sensibilidade. But had her agitation arisen from an amiable and feminine sensibility which would have been equally irrepressible in any case; or had it been called forth by a more ardent and passionate feeling, which he, of all men living, could alone awaken? Return to Original English Version

sentries /ˈsɛntriz/ — sentinelas. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

sentry /ˈsɛntri/ — sentinela; guarda. The old lady's hearing decidedly improved and the unlucky Miller felt as much out of his element as a dolphin in a sentry-box. Return to Original English Version

sequestered /sɪˈkwestərd/ — isolado; retirado. As their walk, which was not above two miles long, lay through shady lanes and sequestered footpaths, and as their conversation turned upon the delightful scenery by which they were on every side surrounded, Mr. Pickwick was almost inclined to regret the expedition they had used, when he found himself in the main street of the town of Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

serenity /səˈrenəti/ — serenidade. The weather was warm, and the people were sitting at their doors, or strolling in their little gardens as he passed, enjoying the serenity of the evening, and their rest from labour. Return to Original English Version

sergeants /ˈsɑːrdʒənts/ — sargentos. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

sham /ʃæm/ — fingimento; falso. The opposite troops, whose falling-in had perplexed Mr. Pickwick a few seconds before, were drawn up to repel the mimic attack of the sham besiegers of the citadel; and the consequence was that Mr. Pickwick and his two companions found themselves suddenly inclosed between two lines of great length, the one advancing at a rapid pace, and the other firmly waiting the collision in hostile array. Return to Original English Version

shampooed /ʃæmˈpuːd/ — massageou vigorosamente. 'Bustle!' said the old gentleman again, but the admonition was quite unnecessary, for one of the girls poured out the cherry brandy, and another brought in the towels, and one of the men suddenly seizing Mr. Pickwick by the leg, at imminent hazard of throwing him off his balance, brushed away at his boot till his corns were red-hot; while the other shampooed Mr. Winkle with a heavy clothes-brush, indulging, during the operation, in that hissing sound which hostlers are wont to produce when engaged in rubbing down a horse. Return to Original English Version

shan't /ʃɑːnt/ — não vou; não farei. 'Oh, wery well, Sir,' replied Sam, 'we shan't be bankrupts, and we shan't make our fort'ns. Return to Original English Version

sheaves /ʃiːvz/ — feixes. 'The last soft light of the setting sun had fallen on the earth, casting a rich glow on the yellow corn sheaves, and lengthening the shadows of the orchard trees, as he stood before the old house--the home of his infancy--to which his heart had yearned with an intensity of affection not to be described, through long and weary years of captivity and sorrow. Return to Original English Version

sheltered /ˈʃeltərd/ — abrigado; protegido; acolheu. A double tier of bedroom galleries, with old clumsy balustrades, ran round two sides of the straggling area, and a double row of bells to correspond, sheltered from the weather by a little sloping roof, hung over the door leading to the bar and coffee-room. Return to Original English Version

shillin /ˈʃɪlɪn/ — xelim. If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.' Return to Original English Version

shovin /ˈʃʌvɪn/ — empurrando. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

shriek /ʃriːk/ — grito agudo; guincho. 'The wild and piercing shriek from a woman's voice, which resounded through the court when the solemn sentence was pronounced, rings in my ears at this moment. Return to Original English Version

shrieked /ʃriːkt/ — gritou agudamente. '"Stand off!" shrieked the old man. Return to Original English Version

shrill /ʃrɪl/ — agudo; estridente. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

shrubs /ʃrʌbz/ — arbustos. In the first place, he was idle and curious; secondly, he was by no means scrupulous; thirdly, and lastly, he was concealed from view by some flowering shrubs. Return to Original English Version

shrug /ʃrʌɡ/ — encolher de ombros; dar de ombros. Lieutenant Tappleton turned round to his friend Doctor Slammer, with a scarcely perceptible shrug of the shoulder, as if implying some doubt of the accuracy of his recollection. Return to Original English Version

shrugged /ʃrʌɡd/ — encolheu os ombros. Mr. Wardle shrugged his shoulders, and was silent. Return to Original English Version

shrunk /ʃrʌŋk/ — encolhido; encolheu; recuou. He had always been looked up to as a high authority on all matters of amusement and dexterity, whether offensive, defensive, or inoffensive; and if, on this very first occasion of being put to the test, he shrunk back from the trial, beneath his leader's eye, his name and standing were lost for ever. Return to Original English Version

shrunken /ˈʃrʌŋkən/ — encolhido. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

shudder /ˈʃʌdər/ — estremecimento; arrepio. His bloated body and shrunken legs--their deformity enhanced a hundredfold by the fantastic dress--the glassy eyes, contrasting fearfully with the thick white paint with which the face was besmeared; the grotesquely- ornamented head, trembling with paralysis, and the long skinny hands, rubbed with white chalk--all gave him a hideous and unnatural appearance, of which no description could convey an adequate idea, and which, to this day, I shudder to think of. Return to Original English Version

shuddered /ˈʃʌdərd/ — estremeceu; teve um arrepio. He shuddered and tottered to his feet. Return to Original English Version

shuffler /ˈʃʌflər/ — evasivo. 'You--you're a shuffler, sir,' gasped the furious doctor, 'a poltroon--a coward--a liar--a--a--will nothing induce you to give me your card, sir!' Return to Original English Version

shunned /ʃʌnd/ — evitado; rejeitado. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all. Return to Original English Version

shunning /ˈʃʌnɪŋ/ — evitando. He walked slowly on; and shunning the roadside like a guilty man, turned into a meadow he well remembered; and covering his face with his hands, threw himself upon the grass. Return to Original English Version

shying /ˈʃaɪɪŋ/ — espantando-se; empinando de susto. 'I don't know,' replied Mr. Tupman; 'it looks very like shying, don't it?' Mr. Snodgrass was about to reply, when he was interrupted by a shout from Mr. Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

sickened /ˈsɪkənd/ — enojou; adoeceu. 'I sickened at the thought of the long course of cruelty and neglect which must have occurred to produce such an impression on such a man. Return to Original English Version

sidled /ˈsaɪdəld/ — esgueirou-se; avançou de lado. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

signalised /ˈsɪɡnəlaɪzd/ — distinguiu-se; tornou-se notável. It was the old lady's habit on the fine summer mornings to repair to the arbour in which Mr. Tupman had already signalised himself, in form and manner following: first, the fat boy fetched from a peg behind the old lady's bedroom door, a close black satin bonnet, a warm cotton shawl, and a thick stick with a capacious handle; and the old lady, having put on the bonnet and shawl at her leisure, would lean one hand on the stick and the other on the fat boy's shoulder, and walk leisurely to the arbour, where the fat boy would leave her to enjoy the fresh air for the space of half an hour; at the expiration of which time he would return and reconduct her to the house. Return to Original English Version

signifies /ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪz/ — significa; denota; importa. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Return to Original English Version

signpost /ˈsaɪnpəʊst/ — poste de sinalização; placa indicativa. An hour's walk brought the travellers to a little road-side public- house, with two elm-trees, a horse trough, and a signpost, in front; one or two deformed hay-ricks behind, a kitchen garden at the side, and rotten sheds and mouldering outhouses jumbled in strange confusion all about it. Return to Original English Version

silken /ˈsɪlkən/ — de seda; sedoso. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

singling /ˈsɪŋɡəlɪŋ/ — escolhendo um só. 'Vy didn't you say so before,' said Sam, with great indignation, singling out the boots in question from the heap before him. Return to Original English Version

singularity /ˌsɪŋɡjəˈlærəti/ — singularidade. It was late in the afternoon when the four friends and their four-footed companion turned into the lane leading to Manor Farm; and even when they were so near their place of destination, the pleasure they would otherwise have experienced was materially damped as they reflected on the singularity of their appearance, and the absurdity of their situation. Return to Original English Version

sipping /ˈsɪpɪŋ/ — bebericando. Mr. Snodgrass, having concluded his ablutions, took a survey of the room, while standing with his back to the fire, sipping his cherry brandy with heartfelt satisfaction. Return to Original English Version

sittin /ˈsɪtɪn/ — sentado; ficando sentado. 'Number five,' said Sam, as he picked up the shoes, and taking a piece of chalk from his pocket, made a memorandum of their destination on the soles--'Lady's shoes and private sittin'-room! Return to Original English Version

skimmed /skɪmd/ — passaram velozmente; deslizaram. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. Return to Original English Version

skirted /ˈskɜːrtɪd/ — contornaram; margearam. The wind, too, which was directly against them, swept in furious gusts down the narrow road, and howled dismally through the trees which skirted the pathway. Return to Original English Version

skulking /ˈskʌlkɪŋ/ — esgueirando-se; escondendo-se; à espreita. 'About this time, and when he had been existing for upwards of a year no one knew how, I had a short engagement at one of the theatres on the Surrey side of the water, and here I saw this man, whom I had lost sight of for some time; for I had been travelling in the provinces, and he had been skulking in the lanes and alleys of London. Return to Original English Version

slackened /ˈslækʌnd/ — afrouxou. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

slackening /ˈslækənɪŋ/ — afrouxando; diminuindo. Meanwhile the chaise proceeded, without any slackening of pace, towards the conclusion of the stage. Return to Original English Version

slates /slˈeɪts/ — ripa. 'Who could live to gaze from day to day on bricks and slates who had once felt the influence of a scene like this? Return to Original English Version

sleek /slˈik/ — liso e brilhante. Shiny Villiam'--so called, probably, from his sleek hair and oily countenance--placed the reins in Mr. Pickwick's left hand; and the upper hostler thrust a whip into his right. Return to Original English Version

slily /ˈslaɪli/ — astutamente. And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Return to Original English Version

sling /slɪŋ/ — funda; tipoia. The lady paused to adjust the sling in which the left arm of the youth was placed, and taking his right arm led him to the garden. Return to Original English Version

sloping /ˈsloʊpɪŋ/ — descendo; baixando no céu. A double tier of bedroom galleries, with old clumsy balustrades, ran round two sides of the straggling area, and a double row of bells to correspond, sheltered from the weather by a little sloping roof, hung over the door leading to the bar and coffee-room. Return to Original English Version

slouching /slˈaʊtʃɪŋ/ — andar curvado. So sending forward one of the boys on horseback, to procure a fresh chaise and horses, and leaving the other behind to take care of the broken one, Mr. Pickwick and Mr. Wardle set manfully forward on the walk, first tying their shawls round their necks, and slouching down their hats to escape as much as possible from the deluge of rain, which after a slight cessation had again begun to pour heavily down. Return to Original English Version

sluggard /ˈslʌɡəd/ — preguiçoso. Mr. Pickwick was no sluggard, and he sprang like an ardent warrior from his tent-bedstead. Return to Original English Version

slumber /ˈslʌmbə/ — sono; dormir. Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door. Return to Original English Version

slumbered /ˈslʌmbəd/ — dormitou. His head was sunk upon his bosom; and he slumbered again. Return to Original English Version

slumbers /ˈslʌmbəz/ — o teu sono; as tuas horas de dormir. That punctual servant of all work, the sun, had just risen, and begun to strike a light on the morning of the thirteenth of May, one thousand eight hundred and twenty-seven, when Mr. Samuel Pickwick burst like another sun from his slumbers, threw open his chamber window, and looked out upon the world beneath. Return to Original English Version

smacks /smæks/ — barcaças costeiras; pequenos veleiros de carga. 'So should I,' said the stranger--'confounded luggage,--heavy smacks-- nothing to go in--odd, ain't it?' Return to Original English Version

smarting /ˈsmɑːrtɪŋ/ — ardendo de dor; ressentido. Pickwick's) researches, and smarting under the censure which had been heaped upon his own feeble attempts at rivalry, now took this vile and calumnious mode of-- Return to Original English Version

smock /smɑːk/ — guarda-pó. When we add that a few boys in smock-frocks were lying asleep on heavy packages, wool-packs, and other articles that were scattered about on heaps of straw, we have described as fully as need be the general appearance of the yard of the White Hart Inn, High Street, Borough, on the particular morning in question. Return to Original English Version

smothered /ˈsmʌðərd/ — sufocado; abafado; contido. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air. Return to Original English Version

snares /snˈɛrz/ — laço. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

snipes /snˈaɪps/ — recorte. 'Hush, pray--pink eyes--fancy dress--little boy--nonsense--ensign 97th-- Honourable Wilmot Snipe--great family--Snipes--very.' Return to Original English Version

snores /snɔːz/ — ronca. Goes on errands fast asleep, and snores as he waits at table.' Return to Original English Version

snugly /ˈsnʌɡli/ — bem encaixado; aconchegadamente. Mr. Pickwick drew his coat closer about him, coiled himself more snugly up into the corner of the chaise, and fell into a sound sleep, from which he was only awakened by the stopping of the vehicle, the sound of the hostler's bell, and a loud cry of 'Horses on directly!' Return to Original English Version

sockets /ˈsɑːkɪts/ — cavidades; órbitas; encaixes. There was a great scraping of feet, and kicking up of the dust; and at last Mr. Winkle, his arms being nearly pulled out of their sockets, fairly let go his hold. Return to Original English Version

soiled /sɔɪld/ — sujo; manchado. The green coat had been a smart dress garment in the days of swallow-tails, but had evidently in those times adorned a much shorter man than the stranger, for the soiled and faded sleeves scarcely reached to his wrists. Return to Original English Version

solemnity /səˈlɛmnəti/ — solenidade. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

solicitors /səˈlɪsətərz/ — advogados. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party. Return to Original English Version

solicitude /səˈlɪsɪtuːd/ — solicitude; desvelo; preocupação. Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Return to Original English Version

soliloquise /səˈlɪləkwaɪz/ — falar sozinho. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

solitude /ˈsɑləˌtud/ — solidão. Who, I ask, could endure it?' and, having cross-examined solitude after the most approved precedents, at considerable length, Mr. Pickwick thrust his head out of the lattice and looked around him. Return to Original English Version

sombre /ˈsɒmbə/ — sombrio. The sadness of the scene imparted a sombre tinge to the feelings of Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

somniferous /sɒmˈnɪfərəs/ — soporífero. The wine, which had exerted its somniferous influence over Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle, had stolen upon the senses of Mr. Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

somnolency /ˈsɒmnələnsi/ — sonolência. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

soothingly /ˈsuːðɪŋli/ — em tom conciliador; para acalmar. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

sorrows /ˈsɑːroʊz/ — tristezas; mágoas; pesares. Her sorrows were known to man; her virtues to God. Return to Original English Version

sotted /ˈsɒtɪd/ — embriagava-se. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all. Return to Original English Version

souled /soʊld/ — de alma; de caráter. Don Bolaro Fizzgig--grandee--only daughter--Donna Christina--splendid creature--loved me to distraction--jealous father-- high-souled daughter--handsome Englishman--Donna Christina in despair-- prussic acid--stomach pump in my portmanteau--operation performed--old Bolaro in ecstasies--consent to our union--join hands and floods of tears--romantic story--very.' Return to Original English Version

soundly /ˈsaʊndli/ — profundamente; a sono solto. Everybody was excited, except the fat boy, and he slept as soundly as if the roaring of cannon were his ordinary lullaby. Return to Original English Version

soundness /ˈsaʊndnəs/ — solidez. The boys were sleeping with such mysterious soundness, that it took five minutes a-piece to wake them. Return to Original English Version

spacious /ˈspeɪʃəs/ — amplo; de grande espaço. Fastened up behind the barouche was a hamper of spacious dimensions--one of those hampers which always awakens in a contemplative mind associations connected with cold fowls, tongues, and bottles of wine--and on the box sat a fat and red-faced boy, in a state of somnolency, whom no speculative observer could have regarded for an instant without setting down as the official dispenser of the contents of the before-mentioned hamper, when the proper time for their consumption should arrive. Return to Original English Version

sparkled /ˈspɑːrkəld/ — cintilavam; brilhavam. The river, reflecting the clear blue of the sky, glistened and sparkled as it flowed noiselessly on; and the oars of the fishermen dipped into the water with a clear and liquid sound, as their heavy but picturesque boats glided slowly down the stream. Return to Original English Version

sparring /ˈspɑːrɪŋ/ — fazendo movimentos de boxe. 'Come on!' said the cab-driver, sparring away like clockwork. Return to Original English Version

spectral /ˈspektrəl/ — espectral; fantasmagórico. The spectral figures in the Dance of Death, the most frightful shapes that the ablest painter ever portrayed on canvas, never presented an appearance half so ghastly. Return to Original English Version

speculate /ˈspekjuleɪt/ — especular; conjecturar. Several guests who were assembled in the old parlour rose to greet Mr. Pickwick and his friends upon their entrance; and during the performance of the ceremony of introduction, with all due formalities, Mr. Pickwick had leisure to observe the appearance, and speculate upon the characters and pursuits, of the persons by whom he was surrounded--a habit in which he, in common with many other great men, delighted to indulge. Return to Original English Version

speculations /ˌspekjəˈleɪʃənz/ — especulações. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Return to Original English Version

speedily /ˈspiːdəli/ — rapidamente; prontamente. The fresh bottle was produced, and speedily emptied: the hamper was made fast in its old place--the fat boy once more mounted the box--the spectacles and pocket-glass were again adjusted--and the evolutions of the military recommenced. Return to Original English Version

spilt /spɪlt/ — derramado. So you've been spilt, eh? Return to Original English Version

spinster /ˈspɪnstər/ — solteirona. 'How dear Emily is flirting with the strange gentleman,' whispered the spinster aunt, with true spinster-aunt-like envy, to her brother, Mr. Wardle. Return to Original English Version

spinster's /ˈspɪnstərz/ — da solteirona. The old lady had gone to bed; Isabella Wardle devoted herself exclusively to Mr. Trundle; the spinster's attentions were reserved for Mr. Tupman; and Emily's thoughts appeared to be engrossed by some distant object-- possibly they were with the absent Snodgrass. Return to Original English Version

splashes /ˈsplæʃɪz/ — respingos; sons de impacto na água. They had travelled in this way about three miles, when Mr. Wardle, who had been looking out of the Window for two or three minutes, suddenly drew in his face, covered with splashes, and exclaimed in breathless eagerness-- Return to Original English Version

sported /ˈspɔrtɪd/ — brincava; divertia-se. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Return to Original English Version

sportively /ˈspɔːrtɪvli/ — de modo brincalhão. There was a fine gentle wind, and Mr. Pickwick's hat rolled sportively before it. Return to Original English Version

sportsmen /ˈspɔːrtsmən/ — esportistas e caçadores. He was rather alarmed; for he was not quite certain but that the distress of the agricultural interest, about which he had often heard a great deal, might have compelled the small boys attached to the soil to earn a precarious and hazardous subsistence by making marks of themselves for inexperienced sportsmen. Return to Original English Version

sprinkled /ˈsprɪŋkəld/ — salpicadas; espalhadas. Two or three Dingley Dellers, and All-Muggletonians, were amusing themselves with a majestic air by throwing the ball carelessly from hand to hand; and several other gentlemen dressed like them, in straw hats, flannel jackets, and white trousers--a costume in which they looked very much like amateur stone-masons--were sprinkled about the tents, towards one of which Mr. Wardle conducted the party. Return to Original English Version

sprung /sprʌŋ/ — abriu; surgiu; foi imposto de repente. The manoeuvres of half a dozen regiments were to be inspected by the eagle eye of the commander-in-chief; temporary fortifications had been erected, the citadel was to be attacked and taken, and a mine was to be sprung. Return to Original English Version

squeezing /ˈskwiːzɪŋ/ — apertando; espremendo. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

staircases /ˈstɛərˌkeɪsɪz/ — escadarias. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

stalked /stɔːkt/ — perseguiu furtivamente. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look. Return to Original English Version

startings /ˈstɑːrtɪŋz/ — sobressaltos. 'I had had time to note these little particulars, and to mark the heavy breathing and feverish startings of the sick man, before he was aware of my presence. Return to Original English Version

stateliest /ˈsteɪtliɪst/ — mais majestoso. The brave old plant in its lonely days, Shall fatten upon the past; For the stateliest building man can raise, Is the Ivy's food at last. Return to Original English Version

stately /ˈsteɪtli/ — imponente; majestoso. The reader would look in vain for any of these ancient hostelries, among the Golden Crosses and Bull and Mouths, which rear their stately fronts in the improved streets of London. Return to Original English Version

staunch /stɔːntʃ/ — firme; leal. Fast he stealeth on, though he wears no wings, And a staunch old heart has he. Return to Original English Version

staunching /ˈstɔːntʃɪŋ/ — estancando. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Return to Original English Version

stealeth /ˈstiːləθ/ — avança furtivamente. Fast he stealeth on, though he wears no wings, And a staunch old heart has he. Return to Original English Version

stenography /stəˈnɒɡrəfi/ — estenografia. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Return to Original English Version

stentorian /stenˈtɔːriən/ — estentóreo; de voz potente. 'Sir Thomas Clubber, Lady Clubber, and the Misses Clubber!' shouted the man at the door in a stentorian voice. Return to Original English Version

stifled /ˈstaɪfəld/ — sufocado. There was a rattling noise in the throat--a glare of the eye--a short stifled groan- -and he fell back--dead!' Return to Original English Version

stillness /ˈstɪlnəs/ — silêncio; imobilidade. Everybody was hushed into a profound stillness as the individual addressed, replied-- Return to Original English Version

stimulated /ˈstɪmjuleɪtɪd/ — estimulou; estimulado. Stimulated by this inspiring reflection, Mr. Samuel brushed away with such hearty good-will, that in a few minutes the boots and shoes, with a polish which would have struck envy to the soul of the amiable Mr. Warren (for they used Day & Martin at the White Hart), had arrived at the door of number five. Return to Original English Version

stooped /stuːpt/ — curvou-se. '"Don't let her come near me," said the man, with a shudder, as she stooped over him. Return to Original English Version

stooping /ˈstuːpɪŋ/ — curvando-se; postura curvada. Well, so she does; it can't be denied; and, certainly, if there is one thing more than another that makes a girl look ugly it is stooping. Return to Original English Version

stoops /stuːps/ — curva-se. 'You were going to say that Isabel stoops--I know you were--you men are such observers. Return to Original English Version

stoppage /ˈstɑpɪdʒ/ — parada; interrupção. 'Sudden disappearance--talk of the whole city--search made everywhere without success--public fountain in the great square suddenly ceased playing--weeks elapsed-- still a stoppage--workmen employed to clean it--water drawn off--father- in-law discovered sticking head first in the main pipe, with a full confession in his right boot--took him out, and the fountain played away again, as well as ever.' Return to Original English Version

stormy /ˈstɔːrmi/ — tempestuoso; agitado. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

stout /staʊt/ — grosso e resistente; robusto. Two card-tables were made up in the adjoining card-room, and two pair of old ladies, and a corresponding number of stout gentlemen, were executing whist therein. Return to Original English Version

stoutly /ˈstaʊtli/ — firmemente; sem hesitar. 'No living boy shall carry me,' said Mr. Pickwick stoutly; and he went on smiling as before. Return to Original English Version

stowed /stoʊd/ — guardou; arrumou de novo. After a great many jokes about squeezing the ladies' sleeves, and a vast quantity of blushing at sundry jocose proposals, that the ladies should sit in the gentlemen's laps, the whole party were stowed down in the barouche; and the stout gentleman proceeded to hand the things from the fat boy (who had mounted up behind for the purpose) into the carriage. Return to Original English Version

straggled /ˈstræɡəld/ — ficou disperso; andou desgarrado. There being no further preliminaries to arrange, the company straggled into the town in little knots of twos and threes; and within a quarter of an hour were all seated in the great room of the Blue Lion Inn, Muggleton--Mr. Return to Original English Version

straggling /ˈstræɡəlɪŋ/ — desgarradas; espalhadas em desordem. Round his neck he wore a green shawl, with the large ends straggling over his chest, and making their appearance occasionally beneath the worn button-holes of his old waistcoat. Return to Original English Version

straightway /ˈstreɪtweɪ/ — imediatamente; no mesmo instante. Mr. Samuel Weller happened to be at that moment engaged in burnishing a pair of painted tops, the personal property of a farmer who was refreshing himself with a slight lunch of two or three pounds of cold beef and a pot or two of porter, after the fatigues of the Borough market; and to him the thin gentleman straightway advanced. Return to Original English Version

strapped /stræpt/ — preso com correias. His scanty black trousers displayed here and there those shiny patches which bespeak long service, and were strapped very tightly over a pair of patched and mended shoes, as if to conceal the dirty white stockings, which were nevertheless distinctly visible. Return to Original English Version

strapping /ˈstræpɪŋ/ — afivelando; apertando com correia. Had Mr. Pickwick been alone, these multiplied obstacles would have completely put an end to the pursuit at once, but old Wardle was not to be so easily daunted; and he laid about him with such hearty good-will, cuffing this man, and pushing that; strapping a buckle here, and taking in a link there, that the chaise was ready in a much shorter time than could reasonably have been expected, under so many difficulties. Return to Original English Version

straws /strɔːz/ — palhas; minúcias. 'Well, my dear Sir, we won't waste time in splitting straws,' resumed the little man, 'say--say--seventy.' Return to Original English Version

strictness /ˈstrɪktnəs/ — rigor; severidade. A robbery of a daring and aggravated nature occasioned a vigilance of pursuit, and a strictness of search, they had not calculated on. Return to Original English Version

strode /stroʊd/ — caminhou a passos largos. 'Good-morning;' and the officer whistled a lively air as he strode away. Return to Original English Version

strolled /stroʊld/ — passeou. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

strolling /ˈstroʊlɪŋ/ — ambulante; errante. 'He is a strolling actor!' said the lieutenant contemptuously, turning to Doctor Slammer.--'He acts in the piece that the officers of the 52nd get up at the Rochester Theatre to-morrow night. Return to Original English Version

stumped /stʌmpt/ — eliminado por stumping. In short, when Dumkins was caught out, and Podder stumped out, All- Muggleton had notched some fifty-four, while the score of the Dingley Dellers was as blank as their faces. Return to Original English Version

sturdiness /ˈstɜːrdinəs/ — solidez. If he would light upon any of these old places, he must direct his steps to the obscurer quarters of the town, and there in some secluded nooks he will find several, still standing with a kind of gloomy sturdiness, amidst the modern innovations which surround them. Return to Original English Version

sturdy /ˈstɜːrdi/ — robusto; resistente. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

subsided /səbˈsaɪdɪd/ — acalmou-se; cessou. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

subsides /səbˈsaɪdz/ — diminui. A bound, a splash, a brief struggle; there is an eddy for an instant, it gradually subsides into a gentle ripple; the waters have closed above your head, and the world has closed upon your miseries and misfortunes for ever.' The sunken eye of the dismal man flashed brightly as he spoke, but the momentary excitement quickly subsided; and he turned calmly away, as he said-- Return to Original English Version

subsistence /səbˈsɪstəns/ — subsistência. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

sufferings /ˈsʌfərɪŋz/ — sofrimentos; padecimentos. Of the acuteness of that woman's sufferings, of the gentle and enduring manner in which she bore them, of the agony of solicitude with which she reared that boy, no one can form an adequate conception. Return to Original English Version

sufficed /səˈfaɪst/ — foi suficiente. Ten minutes sufficed for the completion of his toilet, and at the expiration of that time he was by the old gentleman's side. Return to Original English Version

sulkily /ˈsʌlkɪli/ — emburradamente. 'Only a bob's vorth, Tommy,' cried the driver sulkily, for the information of his friend the waterman, as the cab drove off. Return to Original English Version

sullen /ˈsʌlən/ — sombrio e mal-humorado. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

sullenly /ˈsʌlənli/ — sombria e mal-humoradamente. 'I'll make it payable the day after to-morrow,' said the little man, with a look towards Mr. Wardle; 'and we can get the lady away, meanwhile.' Mr. Wardle sullenly nodded assent. Return to Original English Version

sullenness /ˈsʌlənnəs/ — mau humor calado. The lips which had been compressed in dogged sullenness throughout, quivered and parted involuntarily; the face turned ashy pale as the cold perspiration broke forth from every pore; the sturdy limbs of the felon trembled, and he staggered in the dock. Return to Original English Version

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summer's /ˈsʌmərz/ — do verão. Dimly and darkly had the sombre shadows of a summer's night fallen upon all around, when they again reached Dingley Dell, and stood within the entrance to Manor Farm. Return to Original English Version

summoning /ˈsʌmənɪŋ/ — convocando; reunindo forças. 'A glass of water,' said the humane Mr. Pickwick, summoning the landlady. Return to Original English Version

sundries /ˈsʌndriz/ — diversos artigos. They sat down to the meal; and broiled ham, eggs, tea, coffee and sundries, began to disappear with a rapidity which at once bore testimony to the excellence of the fare, and the appetites of its consumers. Return to Original English Version

sundry /ˈsʌndri/ — vários; diversos. 'Certainly, Sir, certainly--hundred more anecdotes of the same animal.-- Fine girl, Sir' (to Mr. Tracy Tupman, who had been bestowing sundry anti-Pickwickian glances on a young lady by the roadside). Return to Original English Version

sunken /ˈsʌŋkən/ — afundado; submerso; encovado. It was a careworn-looking man, whose sallow face, and deeply-sunken eyes, were rendered still more striking than Nature had made them, by the straight black hair which hung in matted disorder half-way down his face. Return to Original English Version

superadded /ˌsuːpərəˈdɪd/ — acrescentado (a algo já existente). On his right sat Mr. Tracy Tupman--the too susceptible Tupman, who to the wisdom and experience of maturer years superadded the enthusiasm and ardour of a boy in the most interesting and pardonable of human weaknesses--love. Return to Original English Version

superintendence /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtendəns/ — superintendência. His head dropped upon his breast; and, muttering his invincible determination not to go to his bed, and a sanguinary regret that he had not 'done for old Tupman' in the morning, he fell fast asleep; in which condition he was borne to his apartment by two young giants under the personal superintendence of the fat boy, to whose protecting care Mr. Snodgrass shortly afterwards confided his own person, Mr. Pickwick accepted the proffered arm of Mr. Tupman and quietly disappeared, smiling more than ever; and Mr. Wardle, after taking as affectionate a leave of the whole family as if he were ordered for immediate execution, consigned to Mr. Trundle the honour of conveying him upstairs, and retired, with a very futile attempt to look impressively solemn and dignified. Return to Original English Version

supper's /ˈsʌpərz/ — a ceia está. 'Supper's ready, sir,' was the prompt reply. Return to Original English Version

supplication /ˌsʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/ — súplica; rogo. 'I bore the mother's forgiveness and blessing to her son in prison; and I carried the solemn assurance of repentance, and his fervent supplication for pardon, to her sick-bed. Return to Original English Version

supposing /səˈpoʊzɪŋ/ — supondo. 'Winkle's bedroom is inside mine,' said Mr. Tupman; 'I couldn't make him understand what I wanted, if I woke him now, but I know he has a dress- suit in a carpet bag; and supposing you wore it to the ball, and took it off when we returned, I could replace it without troubling him at all about the matter.' Return to Original English Version

supposition /ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/ — suposição. 'But--but--suppose some of the men should happen to have ball cartridges by mistake,' remonstrated Mr. Winkle, pallid at the supposition he was himself conjuring up. Return to Original English Version

surmised /sərˈmaɪzd/ — supôs; conjecturou. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower. Return to Original English Version

surtout /ˈsɜːtuː/ — sobretudo; casacão masculino. Two gentlemen were waiting in it; one was a little, fat man, with black hair; and the other--a portly personage in a braided surtout--was sitting with perfect equanimity on a camp-stool. Return to Original English Version

swindled /ˈswɪndəld/ — enganou; aplicou um golpe em. 'He's got ten pounds of mine!--stop him!--he's swindled me!--I won't bear it!- -I'll have justice, Pickwick!--I won't stand it!' and with sundry incoherent exclamations of the like nature, the unhappy gentleman spun round and round the apartment, in a transport of frenzy. Return to Original English Version

syllable /ˈsɪləbəl/ — sílaba. 'Not a syllable.' Return to Original English Version

sympathising /ˈsɪmpəθaɪzɪŋ/ — demonstrando solidariedade; compartilhando os sentimentos. His note- book, blotted with the tears of sympathising humanity, lies open before us; one word, and it is in the printer's hands. Return to Original English Version

tain't /teɪnt/ — não é. 'No, 'tain't.' Having uttered this brief reply, and apparently satisfied himself with another scrutiny, the red-headed man resumed his work. Return to Original English Version

takers /ˈteɪkərz/ — recebedores; cobradores. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

takin /ˈteɪkɪn/ — pegando; cobrando; anotando. 'Would anybody believe,' continued the cab-driver, appealing to the crowd, 'would anybody believe as an informer'ud go about in a man's cab, not only takin' down his number, but ev'ry word he says into the bargain' (a light flashed upon Mr. Pickwick--it was the note-book). Return to Original English Version

tattered /ˈtætərd/ — esfarrapada; maltrapilha. The tattered remains of a checked curtain were drawn round the bed's head, to exclude the wind, which, however, made its way into the comfortless room through the numerous chinks in the door, and blew it to and fro every instant. Return to Original English Version

taxing /ˈtæksɪŋ/ — tributário; arrecadador. In his better days, before he had become enfeebled by dissipation and emaciated by disease, he had been in the receipt of a good salary, which, if he had been careful and prudent, he might have continued to receive for some years--not many; because these men either die early, or by unnaturally taxing their bodily energies, lose, prematurely, those physical powers on which alone they can depend for subsistence. Return to Original English Version

teel /tiːl/ — elegante, refinado. 'Vouldn't be gen-teel to answer, till you'd done talking,' replied Sam gruffly. Return to Original English Version

telescopic /ˌtɛləˈskɔpɪk/ — telescópico. Lady Clubber took a telescopic view of Mrs. Smithie and family through her eye-glass and Mrs. Smithie stared in her turn at Mrs. Somebody-else, whose husband was not in the dockyard at all. Return to Original English Version

teller /ˈtɛlər/ — adivinho (em fortune-teller). My father pulls up, and thinks a bit--"No," says he, "damme, I'm too old, b'sides, I'm a many sizes too large," says he.--"Not a bit on it, Sir," says the touter.-- "Think not?" says my father.--"I'm sure not," says he; "we married a gen'l'm'n twice your size, last Monday."--"Did you, though?" said my father.--"To be sure, we did," says the touter, "you're a babby to him-- this way, sir--this way!"--and sure enough my father walks arter him, like a tame monkey behind a horgan, into a little back office, vere a teller sat among dirty papers, and tin boxes, making believe he was busy. Return to Original English Version

tenacity /təˈnæsəti/ — tenacidade. Mr. Pickwick entered every word of this statement in his note-book, with the view of communicating it to the club, as a singular instance of the tenacity of life in horses under trying circumstances. Return to Original English Version

tending /ˈtɛndɪŋ/ — cuidando; tratando de. The imperative necessity of ousting his rival by some means or other, flashed quickly upon him, and he immediately resolved to adopt certain proceedings tending to that end and object, without a moment's delay. Return to Original English Version

tenfold /ˈtenfəʊld/ — dez vezes maior; decuplicado. Oh, how Mr. Pickwick cursed that horse: he had eyed the noble animal from time to time with looks expressive of hatred and revenge; more than once he had calculated the probable amount of the expense he would incur by cutting his throat; and now the temptation to destroy him, or to cast him loose upon the world, rushed upon his mind with tenfold force. Return to Original English Version

terminates /ˈtɜːrmɪneɪts/ — termina; acaba em. Here the entry terminates, as we have no doubt the debate did also, after arriving at such a highly satisfactory and intelligible point. Return to Original English Version

terminating /ˈtɜːrmɪneɪtɪŋ/ — terminando; que acaba em. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. Return to Original English Version

testy /ˈtesti/ — irritadiço; impaciente. 'Drive on, boys,' cried the testy old gentleman; 'don't waste any more time with that old idiot!' Return to Original English Version

thank'ee /ˈθæŋkiː/ — obrigado; agradeço. 'Thank'ee, sir,' said the Boots, and away he went. Return to Original English Version

thence /ðens/ — dali; a partir de lá. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

therein /ˌðeərˈɪn/ — nisso; nessa matéria. 'That the members of the aforesaid Corresponding Society be, and are hereby informed, that their proposal to pay the postage of their letters, and the carriage of their parcels, has been deliberated upon by this Association: that this Association considers such proposal worthy of the great minds from which it emanated, and that it hereby signifies its perfect acquiescence therein.' Return to Original English Version

thereon /ˌðeərˈɒn/ — nele; sobre aquilo. Mr. Pickwick's oration upon this occasion, together with the debate thereon, is entered on the Transactions of the Club. Return to Original English Version

thereunto /ˌðeərˈʌntuː/ — a isso; ao referido. Mr. Pickwick, with his hands in his pockets and his hat cocked completely over his left eye, was leaning against the dresser, shaking his head from side to side, and producing a constant succession of the blandest and most benevolent smiles without being moved thereunto by any discernible cause or pretence whatsoever; old Mr. Wardle, with a highly- inflamed countenance, was grasping the hand of a strange gentleman muttering protestations of eternal friendship; Mr. Winkle, supporting himself by the eight-day clock, was feebly invoking destruction upon the head of any member of the family who should suggest the propriety of his retiring for the night; and Mr. Snodgrass had sunk into a chair, with an expression of the most abject and hopeless misery that the human mind can imagine, portrayed in every lineament of his expressive face. Return to Original English Version

thereupon /ˌðeərəˈpɒn/ — então; logo em seguida. Thereupon the doctor and Mr. Winkle shook hands, and then Mr. Winkle and Lieutenant Tappleton (the doctor's second), and then Mr. Winkle and the man with the camp-stool, and, finally, Mr. Winkle and Mr. Snodgrass--the last-named gentleman in an excess of admiration at the noble conduct of his heroic friend. Return to Original English Version

thinly /ˈθɪnli/ — de modo ralo; esparsamente. Pools of water had collected in the narrow and little-frequented streets, and as many of the thinly-scattered oil-lamps had been blown out by the violence of the wind, the walk was not only a comfortless, but most uncertain one. Return to Original English Version

thinness /ˈθɪnnəs/ — magreza. He was about the middle height, but the thinness of his body, and the length of his legs, gave him the appearance of being much taller. Return to Original English Version

thirdly /ˈθɜːrdli/ — em terceiro lugar. In the first place, he was idle and curious; secondly, he was by no means scrupulous; thirdly, and lastly, he was concealed from view by some flowering shrubs. Return to Original English Version

thirsted /ˈθɜːstɪd/ — ansiava por; desejava intensamente. The little doctor thirsted for his life. Return to Original English Version

thirsting /ˈθɜːrstɪŋ/ — sedento de. We merely lay them on, and communicate them, in a clear and gentle stream, through the medium of these pages, to a world thirsting for Pickwickian knowledge. Return to Original English Version

thoughtlessly /ˈθɔːtləsli/ — impensadamente; sem consideração. Mr. Pickwick's temporary excitement began to sober down a little, as he reflected upon the inconveniences and dangers of the expedition in which he had so thoughtlessly embarked. Return to Original English Version

threepennies /ˈθrɛpəniz/ — clientes de três pence. 'For all I know'd he was one o' the regular threepennies. Return to Original English Version

threes /θriːz/ — de três em três; em grupos de três. There being no further preliminaries to arrange, the company straggled into the town in little knots of twos and threes; and within a quarter of an hour were all seated in the great room of the Blue Lion Inn, Muggleton--Mr. Return to Original English Version

throng /θrɔːŋ/ — multidão; turba; apinhar-se. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

thronged /θrɔːŋd/ — acorreu em massa; apinhado. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer. Return to Original English Version

ticked /tɪkt/ — tiquetaqueava. An old eight-day clock, of solemn and sedate demeanour, ticked gravely in one corner; and a silver watch, of equal antiquity, dangled from one of the many hooks which ornamented the dresser. Return to Original English Version

tiers /tɪrz/ — fileiras sobrepostas; níveis. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

tights /taɪts/ — meias-calças. The eloquent Pickwick, with one hand gracefully concealed behind his coat tails, and the other waving in air to assist his glowing declamation; his elevated position revealing those tights and gaiters, which, had they clothed an ordinary man, might have passed without observation, but which, when Pickwick clothed them--if we may use the expression--inspired involuntary awe and respect; surrounded by the men who had volunteered to share the perils of his travels, and who were destined to participate in the glories of his discoveries. Return to Original English Version

timorous /ˈtɪmərəs/ — medroso; assustadiço. A solemn silence; Mr. Pickwick humorous, the old lady serious, the fat gentleman captious, and Mr. Miller timorous. Return to Original English Version

tinge /tɪndʒ/ — tom leve; laivo; tingir de leve. The sadness of the scene imparted a sombre tinge to the feelings of Mr. Winkle. Return to Original English Version

titillate /ˈtɪtɪleɪt/ — estimular com leves toques. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Return to Original English Version

tittlebatian /ˌtɪtəlˈbeɪtiən/ — relativo aos esgana-gatas. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

tomlinson /ˈtɒmlɪnsən/ — Tomlinson. The solicitors' wives, and the wine-merchant's wife, headed another grade (the brewer's wife visited the Bulders); and Mrs. Tomlinson, the post- office keeper, seemed by mutual consent to have been chosen the leader of the trade party. Return to Original English Version

topographical /ˌtɒpəˈɡræfɪkəl/ — topográfico. Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

torpor /ˈtɔːpə/ — torpor; letargia. It was therefore settled that Mr. Tupman should be left at home in charge of the females; and that the remainder of the guests, under the guidance of Mr. Wardle, should proceed to the spot where was to be held that trial of skill, which had roused all Muggleton from its torpor, and inoculated Dingley Dell with a fever of excitement. Return to Original English Version

torrents /ˈtɔːrənts/ — torrentes. The stage was fifteen miles long, the night was dark, the wind high, and the rain pouring in torrents. Return to Original English Version

tortures /ˈtɔːrtʃərz/ — tortura. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

tossing /ˈtɔːsɪŋ/ — atirando; lançando. 'Here,' continued the hardened traitor, tossing the licence at Mr. Pickwick's feet; 'get the name altered--take home the lady--do for Tuppy.' Return to Original English Version

tottered /ˈtɒtərd/ — cambaleou. He shuddered and tottered to his feet. Return to Original English Version

tottering /ˈtɒtərɪŋ/ — cambaleante; vacilante. 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

touter /ˈtaʊtər/ — agenciador. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. Return to Original English Version

touts /taʊts/ — angariadores; agentes de rua. 'Paul's Churchyard, Sir; low archway on the carriage side, bookseller's at one corner, hotel on the other, and two porters in the middle as touts for licences.' Return to Original English Version

townsmen /ˈtaʊnzmən/ — habitantes da cidade. Sir, I envy them the luxury of their own feelings on this occasion. (Cheers.) Every gentleman who hears me, is probably acquainted with the reply made by an individual, who--to use an ordinary figure of speech--"hung out" in a tub, to the emperor Alexander:--"if I were not Diogenes," said he, "I would be Alexander." I can well imagine these gentlemen to say, "If I were not Dumkins I would be Luffey; if I were not Podder I would be Struggles." (Enthusiasm.) But, gentlemen of Muggleton, is it in cricket alone that your fellow-townsmen stand pre- eminent? Return to Original English Version

traileth /ˈtreɪləθ/ — arrasta-se. And slily he traileth along the ground, And his leaves he gently waves, As he joyously hugs and crawleth round The rich mould of dead men's graves. Return to Original English Version

tramp /træmp/ — andarilho; caminhante. There was a moment of intense bewilderment, a heavy tramp of footsteps, a violent concussion, a smothered laugh; the half-dozen regiments were half a thousand yards off, and the soles of Mr. Pickwick's boots were elevated in air. Return to Original English Version

tranquil /ˈtræŋkwɪl/ — tranquilo. Every one had a friendly nod and a kind word for "poor Mrs. Edmunds"; and sometimes, when she stopped to exchange a few words with a neighbour at the conclusion of the service in the little row of elm-trees which leads to the church porch, or lingered behind to gaze with a mother's pride and fondness upon her healthy boy, as he sported before her with some little companions, her careworn face would lighten up with an expression of heartfelt gratitude; and she would look, if not cheerful and happy, at least tranquil and contented. Return to Original English Version

transfixed /trænsˈfɪkst/ — trespassado; paralisado. 'Ah! you should keep dogs--fine animals--sagacious creatures--dog of my own once--pointer--surprising instinct--out shooting one day--entering inclosure--whistled--dog stopped--whistled again--Ponto--no go; stock still--called him--Ponto, Ponto--wouldn't move--dog transfixed--staring at a board--looked up, saw an inscription--"Gamekeeper has orders to shoot all dogs found in this inclosure"--wouldn't pass it--wonderful dog--valuable dog that--very.' Return to Original English Version

transmitting /trænzˈmɪtɪŋ/ — transmitindo. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower. Return to Original English Version

transports /ˈtrænspɔrts/ — arroubos. 'In the first transports of her mental anguish, the suffering mother threw herself on her knees at my feet, and fervently sought the Almighty Being who had hitherto supported her in all her troubles to release her from a world of woe and misery, and to spare the life of her only child. Return to Original English Version

traveller's /ˈtrævələrz/ — do viajante. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples. Return to Original English Version

traversed /trəˈvɜːst/ — atravessou; percorreu. 'Come along, then;' and the party having traversed several dark passages, and being joined by Mr. Tupman, who had lingered behind to snatch a kiss from Emma, for which he had been duly rewarded with sundry pushings and scratchings, arrived at the parlour door. Return to Original English Version

treacherous /ˈtretʃərəs/ — traiçoeiro; pérfido; perigoso. 'Yes, ma'am--damn that Joe!--treacherous dog, Joe--told the old lady-- old lady furious--wild--raving--arbour--Tupman--kissing and hugging--all that sort of thing--eh, ma'am--eh?' Return to Original English Version

treasurers /ˈtrɛʒərərz/ — tesoureiros (coisas mais valorizadas). 'Ah! fine place,' said the stranger, 'glorious pile--frowning walls-- tottering arches--dark nooks--crumbling staircases--old cathedral too-- earthy smell--pilgrims' feet wore away the old steps--little Saxon doors--confessionals like money-takers' boxes at theatres--queer customers those monks--popes, and lord treasurers, and all sorts of old fellows, with great red faces, and broken noses, turning up every day-- buff jerkins too--match-locks--sarcophagus--fine place--old legends too- -strange stories: capital;' and the stranger continued to soliloquise until they reached the Bull Inn, in the High Street, where the coach stopped. Return to Original English Version

treatise /ˈtriːtɪs/ — tratado (obra escrita). The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

treble /ˈtrebl/ — triplicar; triplo; agudo. 'Good round sum--a man like you could treble it in no time--great deal to be done with fifty pounds, my dear Sir.' Return to Original English Version

tremulous /ˈtrɛmjələs/ — trêmulo; vacilante. 'Snodgrass,' he said, in a voice tremulous with emotion, 'if I fall, you will find in a packet which I shall place in your hands a note for my-- for my father.' Return to Original English Version

trifle /ˈtraɪfəl/ — pequena quantidade; coisa sem importância. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

trifling /ˈtraɪflɪŋ/ — insignificante; fútil; ninharia. His voice was hollow and tremulous as he took me aside, and in broken words recounted a long catalogue of sickness and privations, terminating as usual with an urgent request for the loan of a trifling sum of money. Return to Original English Version

triumphed /ˈtraɪəmft/ — triunfou. He had triumphed. Return to Original English Version

trotted /ˈtrɑːtɪd/ — foi trotando; seguiu a passo miúdo. Mr. Pickwick gazed through his spectacles for an instant on the advancing mass, and then fairly turned his back and--we will not say fled; firstly, because it is an ignoble term, and, secondly, because Mr. Pickwick's figure was by no means adapted for that mode of retreat-- he trotted away, at as quick a rate as his legs would convey him; so quickly, indeed, that he did not perceive the awkwardness of his situation, to the full extent, until too late. Return to Original English Version

trotting /ˈtrɑːtɪŋ/ — trotando; em passinhos rápidos. 'Winkle,' said Mr. Snodgrass, as the equestrian came trotting up on the tall horse, with his hat over his ears, and shaking all over, as if he would shake to pieces, with the violence of the exercise, 'pick up the whip, there's a good fellow.' Mr. Winkle pulled at the bridle of the tall horse till he was black in the face; and having at length succeeded in stopping him, dismounted, handed the whip to Mr. Pickwick, and grasping the reins, prepared to remount. Return to Original English Version

truants /ˈtruːənts/ — faltosos, matadores de aula. They rushed into the kitchen, whither the truants had repaired, and at once obtained rather more than a glimmering of the real state of the case. Return to Original English Version

trumped /trʌmpt/ — jogou um trunfo sobre; cortou com trunfo. 'Miller ought to have trumped the diamond, oughtn't he, Sir?' said the old lady. Return to Original English Version

trusty /ˈtrʌsti/ — fiel; de confiança. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

tugging /ˈtʌɡɪŋ/ — puxando com força. Besides constantly jerking his head up, in a very unpleasant and uncomfortable manner, and tugging at the reins to an extent which rendered it a matter of great difficulty for Mr. Pickwick to hold them, he had a singular propensity for darting suddenly every now and then to the side of the road, then stopping short, and then rushing forward for some minutes, at a speed which it was wholly impossible to control. Return to Original English Version

tumble /ˈtʌmbəl/ — cair; tombo. I put a few shillings in his hand, and as I turned away I heard the roar of laughter which followed his first tumble on the stage. Return to Original English Version

tumblers /ˈtʌmblərz/ — copos sem haste. 'Everybody who is at all acquainted with theatrical matters knows what a host of shabby, poverty-stricken men hang about the stage of a large establishment--not regularly engaged actors, but ballet people, procession men, tumblers, and so forth, who are taken on during the run of a pantomime, or an Easter piece, and are then discharged, until the production of some heavy spectacle occasions a new demand for their services. Return to Original English Version

turnpike /ˈtɜːrnpaɪk/ — estrada com pedágio. 'You had better lead him till we come to a turnpike,' replied Mr. Pickwick from the chaise. Return to Original English Version

twang /twæŋ/ — sotaque nasalado; som vibrante e agudo. 'Epic poem--ten thousand lines-- revolution of July--composed it on the spot--Mars by day, Apollo by night--bang the field-piece, twang the lyre.' Return to Original English Version

twas /twəz/ — era; foi. 'Twas evident she knew not of the disaster. Return to Original English Version

twineth /ˈtwaɪnəθ/ — entrelaça-se. How closely he twineth, how tight he clings To his friend the huge Oak Tree! Return to Original English Version

twinkled /ˈtwɪŋkəld/ — cintilaram; bruxulearam. He jumped up, and the leaden eyes which twinkled behind his mountainous cheeks leered horribly upon the food as he unpacked it from the basket. Return to Original English Version

twinkling /ˈtwɪŋklɪŋ/ — um piscar de olhos; um instante. A casual observer, adds the secretary, to whose notes we are indebted for the following account--a casual observer might possibly have remarked nothing extraordinary in the bald head, and circular spectacles, which were intently turned towards his (the secretary's) face, during the reading of the above resolutions: to those who knew that the gigantic brain of Pickwick was working beneath that forehead, and that the beaming eyes of Pickwick were twinkling behind those glasses, the sight was indeed an interesting one. Return to Original English Version

twos /tuːz/ — aos pares; de dois em dois. There being no further preliminaries to arrange, the company straggled into the town in little knots of twos and threes; and within a quarter of an hour were all seated in the great room of the Blue Lion Inn, Muggleton--Mr. Return to Original English Version

unabashed /ˌʌnəˈbæʃt/ — sem constrangimento. 'Certainly,' replied the unabashed stranger. Return to Original English Version

unaccountable /ˌʌnəˈkaʊntəbəl/ — inexplicável. What was the learned man's astonishment, when that unaccountable person flung the money on the pavement, and requested in figurative terms to be allowed the pleasure of fighting him (Mr. Return to Original English Version

unacquainted /ˌʌnəˈkweɪntɪd/ — que não conhece; não familiarizado. He was wholly unacquainted with the place and its inhabitants, and the stranger seemed to possess as great a knowledge of both as if he had lived there from his infancy. Return to Original English Version

unaffected /ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪd/ — impassível; não afetado. He jumped up, and, throwing his arm round the neck of the spinster aunt, imprinted upon her lips numerous kisses, which after a due show of struggling and resistance, she received so passively, that there is no telling how many more Mr. Tupman might have bestowed, if the lady had not given a very unaffected start, and exclaimed in an affrighted tone-- Return to Original English Version

unalterable /ʌnˈɔːltərəbəl/ — inalterável. 'Love--best love--kindest regards--unalterable affection. Return to Original English Version

unavailing /ˌʌnəˈveɪlɪŋ/ — inútil; sem efeito. It was unavailing; he extended his arm towards them, and made another violent effort. Return to Original English Version

unbidden /ʌnˈbɪdən/ — sem ser chamado; espontâneo. The tear which starts unbidden to the eye when the recollection of old times and the happiness of many years ago is suddenly recalled, stole down the old lady's face as she shook her head with a melancholy smile. Return to Original English Version

unbounded /ʌnˈbaʊndɪd/ — sem limites; ilimitada. When he was at last enabled to stand firmly on his legs, his gratification and delight were unbounded. Return to Original English Version

uncared /ʌnˈkɛrd/ — sem cuidados. 'To be before the footlights,' continued the dismal man, 'is like sitting at a grand court show, and admiring the silken dresses of the gaudy throng; to be behind them is to be the people who make that finery, uncared for and unknown, and left to sink or swim, to starve or live, as fortune wills it.' Return to Original English Version

unceasing /ʌnˈsiːsɪŋ/ — incessante. 'They were poor--they could not be otherwise when the man pursued such courses; but the woman's unceasing and unwearied exertions, early and late, morning, noon, and night, kept them above actual want. Return to Original English Version

uncharitable /ʌnˈtʃærətəbəl/ — sem caridade; pouco generoso. Heaven forgive me the supposition, if it be an uncharitable one, but I do firmly and in my soul believe, that the man systematically tried for many years to break her heart; but she bore it all for her child's sake, and, however strange it may seem to many, for his father's too; for brute as he was, and cruelly as he had treated her, she had loved him once; and the recollection of what he had been to her, awakened feelings of forbearance and meekness under suffering in her bosom, to which all God's creatures, but women, are strangers. Return to Original English Version

unconcerned /ˌʌnkənˈsɜːrnd/ — despreocupado; indiferente. In an open barouche, the horses of which had been taken out, the better to accommodate it to the crowded place, stood a stout old gentleman, in a blue coat and bright buttons, corduroy breeches and top-boots, two young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a young gentleman apparently enamoured of one of the young ladies in scarfs and feathers, a lady of doubtful age, probably the aunt of the aforesaid, and Mr. Tupman, as easy and unconcerned as if he had belonged to the family from the first moments of his infancy. Return to Original English Version

unconquered /ʌnˈkɑŋkərd/ — não conquistado. Mr. Luffey, the highest ornament of Dingley Dell, was pitched to bowl against the redoubtable Dumkins, and Mr. Struggles was selected to do the same kind office for the hitherto unconquered Podder. Return to Original English Version

unconsciously /ˌənˈkɑnʃəsli/ — inconscientemente. 'No, no,' interrupted Winkle, terrified at the idea of his companion's unconsciously pledging himself not to give information; 'don't swear, don't swear; it's quite unnecessary.' Return to Original English Version

unconsciousness /ˌənˈkɑnʃəsnɪs/ — inconsciência. Seven o'clock had hardly ceased striking on the following morning, when Mr. Pickwick's comprehensive mind was aroused from the state of unconsciousness, in which slumber had plunged it, by a loud knocking at his chamber door. Return to Original English Version

uncouth /ʌnˈkuːθ/ — rude; grosseiro. It was on this uncouth-looking person that Mr. Winkle's eye rested, and it was towards him that Mr. Pickwick extended his hand when he said, 'A friend of our friend's here. Return to Original English Version

unctuous /ˈʌŋktʃuəs/ — untuoso; gorducho. There was something in the sound of the last word which roused the unctuous boy. Return to Original English Version

undefined /ˌʌndɪˈfaɪnd/ — indefinido. The offer relieved him from considerable embarrassment, for his previous notions of loading a pistol were rather vague and undefined. Return to Original English Version

undeniable /ˌəndɪˈnaɪəbəl/ — inegável. At every good stroke he expressed his satisfaction and approval of the player in a most condescending and patronising manner, which could not fail to have been highly gratifying to the party concerned; while at every bad attempt at a catch, and every failure to stop the ball, he launched his personal displeasure at the head of the devoted individual in such denunciations as--'Ah, ah!--stupid'--'Now, butter-fingers'--'Muff'--'Humbug'--and so forth--ejaculations which seemed to establish him in the opinion of all around, as a most excellent and undeniable judge of the whole art and mystery of the noble game of cricket. Return to Original English Version

undermined /ˌʌndərˈmaɪnd/ — solapado; minado. 'Never recovered the stomach pump--undermined constitution--fell a victim.' Return to Original English Version

undertook /ˌʌndərˈtʊk/ — comprometeram-se; encarregaram-se. Mr. Snodgrass was affected, but he undertook the delivery of the note as readily as if he had been a twopenny postman. Return to Original English Version

undeservedly /ˌʌndɪˈzɜːvɪdli/ — sem merecer; injustamente. Stage-coaches were upsetting in all directions, horses were bolting, boats were overturning, and boilers were bursting. (Cheers--a voice "No.") No! (Cheers.) Let that honourable Pickwickian who cried "No" so loudly come forward and deny it, if he could. (Cheers.) Who was it that cried "No"? (Enthusiastic cheering.) Was it some vain and disappointed man--he would not say haberdasher (loud cheers)--who, jealous of the praise which had been--perhaps undeservedly--bestowed on his (Mr. Return to Original English Version

undiscovered /ˌʌndɪˈskʌvərd/ — não descoberto. Numerous offences had been committed in the neighbourhood; the perpetrators remained undiscovered, and their boldness increased. Return to Original English Version

unearthly /ʌnɪɑrθli/ — sobrenatural. The lips were parched, and cracked in many places; the hard, dry skin glowed with a burning heat; and there was an almost unearthly air of wild anxiety in the man's face, indicating even more strongly the ravages of the disease. Return to Original English Version

unexceptionable /ˌʌnɪkˈsepʃənəbəl/ — irrepreensível. The young ladies were pretty, their manners winning, their dispositions unexceptionable; but there was a dignity in the air, a touch-me-not- ishness in the walk, a majesty in the eye, of the spinster aunt, to which, at their time of life, they could lay no claim, which distinguished her from any female on whom Mr. Tupman had ever gazed. Return to Original English Version

unfettered /ʌnˈfetəd/ — sem peias; livre. His mother, the only parent he had ever known, lay ill--it might be, dying--within one mile of the ground he stood on; were he free and unfettered, a few minutes would place him by her side. Return to Original English Version

unfixed /ʌnˈfɪkst/ — solto; não fixado. There was a low cinder fire in a rusty, unfixed grate; and an old three-cornered stained table, with some medicine bottles, a broken glass, and a few other domestic articles, was drawn out before it. Return to Original English Version

ungentlemanly /ʌnˈdʒɛntəlmənli/ — pouco cavalheirescas; indignas. 'Because, Sir,' replied Mr. Winkle, who had had time to deliberate upon his answer, 'because, Sir, you described an intoxicated and ungentlemanly person as wearing a coat which I have the honour, not only to wear but to have invented--the proposed uniform, Sir, of the Pickwick Club in London. Return to Original English Version

unhappiness /ʌnˈhæpinəs/ — infelicidade; tristeza. 'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Return to Original English Version

unharness /ʌnˈhɑːrnɪs/ — desatrelar. The next thing to be done was to unharness the horse. Return to Original English Version

unheeded /ʌnˈhiːdɪd/ — desatendido; ignorado. The doctor's attentions were unheeded by the widow; and the doctor's indignation was wholly lost on his imperturbable rival. Return to Original English Version

uninitiated /ˌʌnɪˈnɪʃieɪtɪd/ — não iniciado; leigo. Besides, he remembered to have heard it frequently surmised by the uninitiated in such matters that by an understood arrangement between the seconds, the pistols were seldom loaded with ball; and, furthermore, he reflected that if he applied to Mr. Snodgrass to act as his second, and depicted the danger in glowing terms, that gentleman might possibly communicate the intelligence to Mr. Pickwick, who would certainly lose no time in transmitting it to the local authorities, and thus prevent the killing or maiming of his follower. Return to Original English Version

unintelligible /ˌʌnɪnˈtelɪdʒəbəl/ — ininteligível. Mr. Snodgrass, as usual, took a great mass of notes, which would no doubt have afforded most useful and valuable information, had not the burning eloquence of the words or the feverish influence of the wine made that gentleman's hand so extremely unsteady, as to render his writing nearly unintelligible, and his style wholly so. Return to Original English Version

unlace /ʌnˈleɪs/ — desamarrar os cordões. 'Poor dear.' And with sundry ejaculations of 'Come now, there's a dear--drink a little of this--it'll do you good--don't give way so--there's a love,' etc. etc., the landlady, assisted by a chambermaid, proceeded to vinegar the forehead, beat the hands, titillate the nose, and unlace the stays of the spinster aunt, and to administer such other restoratives as are usually applied by compassionate females to ladies who are endeavouring to ferment themselves into hysterics. Return to Original English Version

unlooked /ʌnˈlʊkt/ — inesperado. Not even the unlooked-for commutation of his sentence to transportation for fourteen years, softened for an instant the sullen hardihood of his demeanour. Return to Original English Version

unmingled /ʌnˈmɪŋɡəld/ — não misturado; puro. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Return to Original English Version

unmitigated /ʌnˈmɪtɪɡeɪtɪd/ — completo; sem atenuantes. The idea of a man's walking about all day with a dreadful horse that he can't get rid of!' The depressed Pickwickians turned moodily away, with the tall quadruped, for which they all felt the most unmitigated disgust, following slowly at their heels. Return to Original English Version

unmixed /ʌnˈmɪkst/ — puro; sem mistura. Mr. Pickwick stood in the principal street of this illustrious town, and gazed with an air of curiosity, not unmixed with interest, on the objects around him. Return to Original English Version

unmoved /ʌnˈmuːvd/ — impassível; indiferente; imperturbável. There sat the man who had traced to their source the mighty ponds of Hampstead, and agitated the scientific world with his Theory of Tittlebats, as calm and unmoved as the deep waters of the one on a frosty day, or as a solitary specimen of the other in the inmost recesses of an earthen jar. Return to Original English Version

unoffending /ˌʌnəˈfendɪŋ/ — inofensivo; que não ofende. Mr. Tupman had saved the lives of innumerable unoffending birds by receiving a portion of the charge in his left arm. Return to Original English Version

unpack /ʌnˈpæk/ — desfazer as malas. The fat boy, who had been effectually roused by the compression of a portion of his leg between the finger and thumb of Mr. Winkle, rolled off the box once again, and proceeded to unpack the hamper with more expedition than could have been expected from his previous inactivity. Return to Original English Version

unpolite /ˌʌnpəˈlaɪt/ — indelicado. 'Will you allow me to ask you, sir,' he said, addressing Mr. Pickwick, who was considerably mystified by this very unpolite by-play--'will you allow me to ask you, Sir, whether that person belongs to your party?' Return to Original English Version

unprovoked /ˌʌnprəˈvəʊkt/ — não provocado; gratuito. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

unqualified /ʌnˈkwɑlɪfaɪd/ — absoluto; total; sem reservas. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Return to Original English Version

unremitting /ˌʌnrɪˈmɪtɪŋ/ — incansável; ininterrupto. To these pursuits, multifarious as they were, the little doctor added a more important one than any--he was indefatigable in paying the most unremitting and devoted attention to a little old widow, whose rich dress and profusion of ornament bespoke her a most desirable addition to a limited income. Return to Original English Version

unrequited /ˌʌnrɪˈkwaɪtɪd/ — não correspondido. He thought how often he had run merrily down that path with some childish playfellow, looking back, ever and again, to catch his mother's smile, or hear her gentle voice; and then a veil seemed lifted from his memory, and words of kindness unrequited, and warnings despised, and promises broken, thronged upon his recollection till his heart failed him, and he could bear it no longer. Return to Original English Version

unsatisfactory /ˌʌnsætɪsˈfæktəri/ — insatisfatório. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

unsettled /ʌnˈsetəld/ — instável; indefinido; inquieto. Travelling was in a troubled state, and the minds of coachmen were unsettled. Return to Original English Version

unskilful /ʌnˈskɪlfəl/ — inábil; desajeitado. 'I, sir,' replied Mr. Pickwick, 'am delighted to view any sports which may be safely indulged in, and in which the impotent effects of unskilful people do not endanger human life.' Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Return to Original English Version

unspeakable /ʌnˈspiːkəbəl/ — indizível; que não se pode dizer. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

unspilt /ʌnˈspɪlt/ — não derrubados. The first care of the two unspilt friends was to extricate their unfortunate companions from their bed of quickset--a process which gave them the unspeakable satisfaction of discovering that they had sustained no injury, beyond sundry rents in their garments, and various lacerations from the brambles. Return to Original English Version

unstudied /ʌnˈstʌdid/ — espontâneas; sem preparação. A bright red handkerchief was wound in a very loose and unstudied style round his neck, and an old white hat was carelessly thrown on one side of his head. Return to Original English Version

unsuspicious /ˌʌnsəˈspɪʃəs/ — sem desconfiança; despreocupado. You cannot think how wretched it makes me sometimes--I'm sure I cry about it for hours together--my dear brother is _so_ good, and so unsuspicious, that he never sees it; if he did, I'm quite certain it would break his heart. Return to Original English Version

unutterable /ʌnˈʌtərəbəl/ — indizível. Doctor Slammer looked unutterable ferocity, as he fixed his hat on his head with an indignant knock; and the stranger and Mr. Tupman ascended to the bedroom of the latter to restore the borrowed plumage to the unconscious Winkle. Return to Original English Version

unwearied /ʌnˈwɪrid/ — incansável; infatigável. 'That while this Association is deeply sensible of the advantages which must accrue to the cause of science, from the production to which they have just adverted--no less than from the unwearied researches of Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., in Hornsey, Highgate, Brixton, and Camberwell--they cannot but entertain a lively sense of the inestimable benefits which must inevitably result from carrying the speculations of that learned man into a wider field, from extending his travels, and, consequently, enlarging his sphere of observation, to the advancement of knowledge, and the diffusion of learning. Return to Original English Version

unwelcome /ʌnˈwelkəm/ — indesejado; malvindo; inoportuno. 'Certainly,' replied the unwelcome visitor. Return to Original English Version

unwieldy /ʌnˈwiːldi/ — pesado e difícil de manejar. Isabella and Emily had strolled out with Mr. Trundle; the deaf old lady had fallen asleep in her chair; the snoring of the fat boy, penetrated in a low and monotonous sound from the distant kitchen; the buxom servants were lounging at the side door, enjoying the pleasantness of the hour, and the delights of a flirtation, on first principles, with certain unwieldy animals attached to the farm; and there sat the interesting pair, uncared for by all, caring for none, and dreaming only of themselves; there they sat, in short, like a pair of carefully-folded kid gloves--bound up in each other. Return to Original English Version

unwillingness /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋnəs/ — relutância; má vontade. It is conjectured that his unwillingness to hurt a fellow-creature intentionally was the cause of his shutting his eyes when he arrived at the fatal spot; and that the circumstance of his eyes being closed, prevented his observing the very extraordinary and unaccountable demeanour of Doctor Slammer. Return to Original English Version

unwonted /ʌnˈwəʊntɪd/ — inusitado; pouco habitual. There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

uppermost /ˈʌpəməʊst/ — o mais alto; em primeiro plano. Poetic fame was dear to the heart of his friend Snodgrass; the fame of conquest was equally dear to his friend Tupman; and the desire of earning fame in the sports of the field, the air, and the water was uppermost in the breast of his friend Winkle. Return to Original English Version

usefulness /ˈjuːsflnəs/ — utilidade. After a very few seconds of bewilderment and confusion, in which nothing but the plunging of horses, and breaking of glass could be made out, Mr. Pickwick felt himself violently pulled out from among the ruins of the chaise; and as soon as he had gained his feet, extricated his head from the skirts of his greatcoat, which materially impeded the usefulness of his spectacles, the full disaster of the case met his view. Return to Original English Version

ushered /ˈʌʃəd/ — conduziu; acompanhou até. 'Commissioner--head of the yard--great man--remarkably great man,' whispered the stranger in Mr. Tupman's ear, as the charitable committee ushered Sir Thomas Clubber and family to the top of the room. Return to Original English Version

utterance /ˈʌtərəns/ — enunciado; fala; modo de falar. The presumption is, that the gratitude of Mr. Winkle was too powerful for utterance, as he said nothing, but continued to walk on--rather slowly. Return to Original English Version

uttered /ˈʌtəd/ — pronunciou; proferiu. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look. Return to Original English Version

vagabonds /ˈvæɡəbɒndz/ — vagabundos; vadios. Beyond the few lazy and reckless vagabonds with whom he sauntered away his time in the fields, or sotted in the ale-house, he had not a single friend or acquaintance; no one cared to speak to the man whom many feared, and every one detested--and Edmunds was shunned by all. Return to Original English Version

vagin /ˈvæɡɪn/ — carroça. 'Shy, sir?-he wouldn't shy if he was to meet a vagin-load of monkeys with their tails burned off.' Return to Original English Version

vait /vaɪt/ — espere. 'Ask number twenty-two, vether he'll have 'em now, or vait till he gets 'em,' was the reply. Return to Original English Version

valorous /ˈvælərəs/ — valoroso. 'Never!' was the valorous reply. Return to Original English Version

veeks /viːks/ — semanas. 'Two or three veeks,' replied the man. Return to Original English Version

vehement /ˈviːəmənt/ — veemente. The praise of mankind was his swing; philanthropy was his insurance office. (Vehement cheering.) He had felt some pride--he acknowledged it freely, and let his enemies make the most of it--he had felt some pride when he presented his Tittlebatian Theory to the world; it might be celebrated or it might not. (A cry of "It is," and great cheering.) He would take the assertion of that honourable Pickwickian whose voice he had just heard--it was celebrated; but if the fame of that treatise were to extend to the farthest confines of the known world, the pride with which he should reflect on the authorship of that production would be as nothing compared with the pride with which he looked around him, on this, the proudest moment of his existence. (Cheers.) He was a humble individual. ("No, no.") Still he could not but feel that they had selected him for a service of great honour, and of some danger. Return to Original English Version

vellingtons /ˈvɛlɪŋtənz/ — botas Wellington. 'Yes; there's a pair of Vellingtons a good deal worn, and a pair o' lady's shoes, in number five.' Return to Original English Version

vellum /ˈvɛləm/ — velino; pergaminho fino. There were sentries posted to keep the ground for the troops, and servants on the batteries keeping places for the ladies, and sergeants running to and fro, with vellum-covered books under their arms, and Colonel Bulder, in full military uniform, on horseback, galloping first to one place and then to another, and backing his horse among the people, and prancing, and curvetting, and shouting in a most alarming manner, and making himself very hoarse in the voice, and very red in the face, without any assignable cause or reason whatever. Return to Original English Version

ven /vɛn/ — quando (forma dialetal). 'He always falls down when he's took out o' the cab,' continued the driver, 'but when he's in it, we bears him up werry tight, and takes him in werry short, so as he can't werry well fall down; and we've got a pair o' precious large wheels on, so ven he does move, they run after him, and he must go on--he can't help it.' Return to Original English Version

vendor's /ˈvɛndərz/ — do vendedor. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

venerated /ˈvɛnəreɪtɪd/ — venerou; venerado. Mr. Snodgrass and Mr. Winkle had each performed a compulsory somerset with remarkable agility, when the first object that met the eyes of the latter as he sat on the ground, staunching with a yellow silk handkerchief the stream of life which issued from his nose, was his venerated leader at some distance off, running after his own hat, which was gambolling playfully away in perspective. Return to Original English Version

venetian /vəˈniʃən/ — veneziano; de Veneza. There was a red brick house with a small paved courtyard in front, which anybody might have known belonged to the attorney; and there was, moreover, another red brick house with Venetian blinds, and a large brass door-plate with a very legible announcement that it belonged to the surgeon. Return to Original English Version

vented /ˈventɪd/ — deu vazão a; desabafou. There is no guessing in what form of reply the aunt's indignation would have vented itself, had not Mr. Wardle unconsciously changed the subject, by calling emphatically for Joe. Return to Original English Version

veracious /vəˈreɪʃəs/ — verídico; verdadeiro; honesto. Great, rambling queer old places they are, with galleries, and passages, and staircases, wide enough and antiquated enough to furnish materials for a hundred ghost stories, supposing we should ever be reduced to the lamentable necessity of inventing any, and that the world should exist long enough to exhaust the innumerable veracious legends connected with old London Bridge, and its adjacent neighbourhood on the Surrey side. Return to Original English Version

veracity /vəˈræsəti/ — veracidade. He looked again, and was under the painful necessity of admitting the veracity of his optics; Mrs. Budger was dancing with Mr. Tracy Tupman; there was no mistaking the fact. Return to Original English Version

vere /vɪər/ — Vere. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

versed /vɜːrst/ — versado; entendido em. Mr. Pickwick was sufficiently versed in the stranger's system of stenography to infer from this rapid and disjointed communication that he had, somehow or other, contracted an acquaintance with the All- Muggletons, which he had converted, by a process peculiar to himself, into that extent of good-fellowship on which a general invitation may be easily founded. Return to Original English Version

veskit /ˈvɛskɪt/ — colete; camisa de força, em strait-veskit. Goes through the archvay, thinking how he should inwest the money--up comes the touter, touches his hat--"Licence, Sir, licence?"--"What's that?" says my father.--"Licence, Sir," says he.--"What licence?" says my father.--"Marriage licence," says the touter.--"Dash my veskit," says my father, "I never thought o' that."-- "I think you wants one, Sir," says the touter. Return to Original English Version

vestige /ˈvestɪdʒ/ — vestígio. It was buttoned closely up to his chin, at the imminent hazard of splitting the back; and an old stock, without a vestige of shirt collar, ornamented his neck. Return to Original English Version

vether /ˈvɛðər/ — se. 'Ask number twenty-two, vether he'll have 'em now, or vait till he gets 'em,' was the reply. Return to Original English Version

vhite /vaɪt/ — brancos. 'Two coves in vhite aprons--touches their hats ven you walk in--"Licence, Sir, licence?" Queer sort, them, and their mas'rs, too, sir--Old Bailey Proctors--and no mistake.' Return to Original English Version

viands /ˈvaɪəndz/ — iguarias; víveres. There was a vast deal of talking and rattling of knives and forks, and plates; a great running about of three ponderous-headed waiters, and a rapid disappearance of the substantial viands on the table; to each and every of which item of confusion, the facetious Mr. Jingle lent the aid of half-a-dozen ordinary men at least. Return to Original English Version

vicar /ˈvɪkər/ — vigário; pároco. It will be sufficient for our purpose to relate, that escaping the snares of the dragons in white aprons, who guard the entrance to that enchanted region, he reached the vicar-general's office in safety and having procured a highly flattering address on parchment, from the Archbishop of Canterbury, to his 'trusty and well-beloved Alfred Jingle and Rachael Wardle, greeting,' he carefully deposited the mystic document in his pocket, and retraced his steps in triumph to the Borough. Return to Original English Version

vices /ˈvaɪsɪz/ — vícios; tornos de bancada. 'Ha!' exclaimed Mr. Jingle, with another start--'removal! remove my unhappiness, and your love bestowed upon a man who is insensible to the blessing--who even now contemplates a design upon the affections of the niece of the creature who--but no; he is my friend; I will not expose his vices. Return to Original English Version

vicissitudes /vɪˈsɪsətuːdz/ — vicissitudes. Want and sickness are too common in many stations of life to deserve more notice than is usually bestowed on the most ordinary vicissitudes of human nature. Return to Original English Version

vide /vaɪd/ — bem aberta. "Pray take a seat, vile I makes out the affidavit, Sir," says the lawyer.--"Thank'ee, Sir," says my father, and down he sat, and stared with all his eyes, and his mouth vide open, at the names on the boxes. Return to Original English Version

vigilance /ˈvɪdʒələns/ — vigilância. A robbery of a daring and aggravated nature occasioned a vigilance of pursuit, and a strictness of search, they had not calculated on. Return to Original English Version

vigour /ˈvɪɡə/ — vigor (grafia britânica). There was the widow before him, bouncing bodily here and there, with unwonted vigour; and Mr. Tracy Tupman hopping about, with a face expressive of the most intense solemnity, dancing (as a good many people do) as if a quadrille were not a thing to be laughed at, but a severe trial to the feelings, which it requires inflexible resolution to encounter. Return to Original English Version

villainy /ˈvɪləni/ — vilania; infâmia. The villainy, however, which could first borrow money of his faithful follower, and then abbreviate his name to 'Tuppy,' was more than he could patiently bear. Return to Original English Version

villiam /ˈvɪljəm/ — William. 'Now, shiny Villiam,' said the hostler to the deputy hostler, 'give the gen'lm'n the ribbons.' Return to Original English Version

vindictive /vɪnˈdɪktɪv/ — vingativo; rancoroso. However well deserved this piece of retaliation might have been, it was as vindictive a one as could well have been resorted to. Return to Original English Version

visage /ˈvɪzɪdʒ/ — semblante; rosto; fisionomia. No; it could not have been the fat boy; there was not a gleam of mirth, or anything but feeding in his whole visage. Return to Original English Version

visaged /ˈvɪzɪdʒd/ — de rosto (de certo tipo); com semblante. Three or four buxom girls speedily dispersed in search of the different articles in requisition, while a couple of large-headed, circular- visaged males rose from their seats in the chimney-corner (for although it was a May evening their attachment to the wood fire appeared as cordial as if it were Christmas), and dived into some obscure recesses, from which they speedily produced a bottle of blacking, and some half- dozen brushes. Return to Original English Version

vivacity /vɪˈvæsəti/ — vivacidade. The mob hitherto had been passive spectators of the scene, but as the intelligence of the Pickwickians being informers was spread among them, they began to canvass with considerable vivacity the propriety of enforcing the heated pastry-vendor's proposition: and there is no saying what acts of personal aggression they might have committed, had not the affray been unexpectedly terminated by the interposition of a new-comer. Return to Original English Version

vociferous /vəˈsɪfərəs/ — clamoroso; ruidoso; veemente. But, sir, while we remember that Muggleton has given birth to a Dumkins and a Podder, let us never forget that Dingley Dell can boast a Luffey and a Struggles. (Vociferous cheering.) Let me not be considered as wishing to detract from the merits of the former gentlemen. Return to Original English Version

volubility /ˌvɒljəˈbɪləti/ — loquacidade; grande fluência verbal. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples. Return to Original English Version

vooden /ˈvʊdən/ — de madeira. 'There's a vooden leg in number six; there's a pair of Hessians in thirteen; there's two pair of halves in the commercial; there's these here painted tops in the snuggery inside the bar; and five more tops in the coffee-room.' Return to Original English Version

vork /vɜːrk/ — trabalhar; causar. 'Go to vork, Sam!--and they crowded with great glee round the party. Return to Original English Version

vorth /vɜːrθ/ — quantidade correspondente a certo valor; valor. 'Only a bob's vorth, Tommy,' cried the driver sulkily, for the information of his friend the waterman, as the cab drove off. Return to Original English Version

vos /voʊs/ — vós. Then some facetious gentlemen on the left, after pressing sideways in a body, and squeezing Mr. Snodgrass into the very last extreme of human torture, would request to know 'vere he vos a shovin' to'; and when Mr. Winkle had done expressing his excessive indignation at witnessing this unprovoked assault, some person behind would knock his hat over his eyes, and beg the favour of his putting his head in his pocket. Return to Original English Version

vouldn't /ˈvʊdənt/ — não iria. 'Vouldn't be gen-teel to answer, till you'd done talking,' replied Sam gruffly. Return to Original English Version

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voyagers /ˈvɔɪɪdʒəz/ — viajantes. A little hard-headed, Ripstone pippin-faced man, was conversing with a fat old gentleman in one corner; and two or three more old gentlemen, and two or three more old ladies, sat bolt upright and motionless on their chairs, staring very hard at Mr. Pickwick and his fellow-voyagers. Return to Original English Version

vurth /vɜːrθ/ — vale; no valor de. If he's anything of a gen'l'm'n, he's vurth a shillin' a day, let alone the arrands.' Return to Original English Version

vy /vaɪ/ — por que. 'Vy didn't you say so before,' said Sam, with great indignation, singling out the boots in question from the heap before him. Return to Original English Version

vying /ˈvaɪɪŋ/ — competindo; disputando. The aunt, the two young ladies, and Mr. Wardle, each vying with the other in paying zealous and unremitting attentions to the old lady, crowded round her easy-chair, one holding her ear-trumpet, another an orange, and a third a smelling- bottle, while a fourth was busily engaged in patting and punching the pillows which were arranged for her support. Return to Original English Version

waddled /ˈwɑːdəld/ — bamboleou. Mr. Winkle mounted to the box, the fat boy waddled to the same perch, and fell fast asleep instantly. Return to Original English Version

wag /wæɡ/ — abanar; balançar (o rabo). 'Ah,' said the little man, 'you're a wag, ain't you?' Return to Original English Version

wailing /ˈweɪlɪŋ/ — gemendo; lamentando; lamento. He remembered how often he had buried his trembling head beneath the bedclothes, and heard the harsh word, and the hard stripe, and his mother's wailing; and though the man sobbed aloud with agony of mind as he left the spot, his fist was clenched, and his teeth were set, in a fierce and deadly passion. Return to Original English Version

waitin /ˈweɪtɪn/ — esperando. Sorry to keep you a-waitin', Sir, but I'll attend to you directly.' Return to Original English Version

wanderings /ˈwɑndərɪŋz/ — divagações; andanças. Finding from his incoherent wanderings that this was the case, and knowing that in all probability the fever would not grow immediately worse, I left him, promising his miserable wife that I would repeat my visit next evening, and, if necessary, sit up with the patient during the night. Return to Original English Version

wanders /ˈwɑːndərz/ — vagueia; perambula; divaga. At length he fell into that state of partial unconsciousness, in which the mind wanders uneasily from scene to scene, and from place to place, without the control of reason, but still without being able to divest itself of an indescribable sense of present suffering. Return to Original English Version

wane /weɪn/ — declínio; míngua. The moon, as Wardle had foretold, was rapidly on the wane; large tiers of dark, heavy clouds, which had been gradually overspreading the sky for some time past, now formed one black mass overhead; and large drops of rain which pattered every now and then against the windows of the chaise, seemed to warn the travellers of the rapid approach of a stormy night. Return to Original English Version

warlike /ˈwɔːrlaɪk/ — belicoso; guerreiro. The fact is, I was very drunk;--I must have changed my coat--gone somewhere--and insulted somebody--I have no doubt of it; and this message is the terrible consequence.' Saying which, Mr. Winkle retraced his steps in the direction of the coffee-room, with the gloomy and dreadful resolve of accepting the challenge of the warlike Doctor Slammer, and abiding by the worst consequences that might ensue. Return to Original English Version

warmest /ˈwɔːrməst/ — o mais caloroso. 'That this Association has heard read, with feelings of unmingled satisfaction, and unqualified approval, the paper communicated by Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C. [General Chairman--Member Pickwick Club], entitled "Speculations on the Source of the Hampstead Ponds, with some Observations on the Theory of Tittlebats;" and that this Association does hereby return its warmest thanks to the said Samuel Pickwick, Esq., G.C.M.P.C., for the same. Return to Original English Version

waterman /ˈwɔtərmən/ — barqueiro. This was the waterman. Return to Original English Version

waylaid /weɪˈleɪd/ — emboscou; apanhou no caminho. Could they have been waylaid and robbed? Return to Original English Version

wearer /ˈweərə/ — quem usa; o portador. 'I was not present myself,' replied the visitor, 'and in consequence of your firm refusal to give your card to Doctor Slammer, I was desired by that gentleman to identify the wearer of a very uncommon coat--a bright blue dress-coat, with a gilt button displaying a bust, and the letters "P. Return to Original English Version

ween /win/ — supor; imaginar; crer. Of right choice food are his meals, I ween, In his cell so lone and cold. Return to Original English Version

weep /wiːp/ — chorar. He remembered how he used to look up into her pale face; and how her eyes would sometimes fill with tears as she gazed upon his features--tears which fell hot upon his forehead as she stooped to kiss him, and made him weep too, although he little knew then what bitter tears hers were. Return to Original English Version

weeping /ˈwiːpɪŋ/ — chorando. '"Has he been long so?" said I, addressing his weeping wife. Return to Original English Version

weighty /ˈweɪti/ — importante; grave; pesado. Amidst the general hum of mirth and conversation that ensued, there was a little man with a puffy Say-nothing-to-me,-or-I'll-contradict-you sort of countenance, who remained very quiet; occasionally looking round him when the conversation slackened, as if he contemplated putting in something very weighty; and now and then bursting into a short cough of inexpressible grandeur. Return to Original English Version

wen /wɛn/ — quando. "Belle Savage," says my father; for he stopped there wen he drove up, and he know'd nothing about parishes, he didn't.--"And what's the lady's name?" says the lawyer. Return to Original English Version

wended /ˈwɛndɪd/ — seguiu caminho; dirigiu-se. It is painful to reflect upon the perfidy of our species; and we will not, therefore, pursue the thread of Mr. Jingle's meditations, as he wended his way to Doctors' Commons. Return to Original English Version

werry /ˈwɛri/ — muito. 'He always falls down when he's took out o' the cab,' continued the driver, 'but when he's in it, we bears him up werry tight, and takes him in werry short, so as he can't werry well fall down; and we've got a pair o' precious large wheels on, so ven he does move, they run after him, and he must go on--he can't help it.' Return to Original English Version

wery /ˈwɛri/ — muito. "Blessed if I know," says he.--"Not know!" says the lawyer.--"No more nor you do," says my father; "can't I put that in arterwards?"--"Impossible!" says the lawyer.--"Wery well," says my father, after he'd thought a moment, "put down Mrs. Clarke."--"What Clarke?" says the lawyer, dipping his pen in the ink.--"Susan Clarke, Markis o' Granby, Dorking," says my father; "she'll have me, if I ask. Return to Original English Version

wheedling /ˈwiːdlɪŋ/ — bajulando para convencer. 'Poor fellow,' said Mr. Winkle soothingly--'poor fellow--good old horse.' The 'poor fellow' was proof against flattery; the more Mr. Winkle tried to get nearer him, the more he sidled away; and, notwithstanding all kinds of coaxing and wheedling, there were Mr. Winkle and the horse going round and round each other for ten minutes, at the end of which time each was at precisely the same distance from the other as when they first commenced--an unsatisfactory sort of thing under any circumstances, but particularly so in a lonely road, where no assistance can be procured. Return to Original English Version

whence /wɛns/ — de onde; donde. Many authors entertain, not only a foolish, but a really dishonest objection to acknowledge the sources whence they derive much valuable information. Return to Original English Version

whereof /weərˈɒv/ — do qual; de que (arcaico). Everybody whose genius has a topographical bent knows perfectly well that Muggleton is a corporate town, with a mayor, burgesses, and freemen; and anybody who has consulted the addresses of the mayor to the freemen, or the freemen to the mayor, or both to the corporation, or all three to Parliament, will learn from thence what they ought to have known before, that Muggleton is an ancient and loyal borough, mingling a zealous advocacy of Christian principles with a devoted attachment to commercial rights; in demonstration whereof, the mayor, corporation, and other inhabitants, have presented at divers times, no fewer than one thousand four hundred and twenty petitions against the continuance of negro slavery abroad, and an equal number against any interference with the factory system at home; sixty-eight in favour of the sale of livings in the Church, and eighty-six for abolishing Sunday trading in the street. Return to Original English Version

whereupon /ˌweərəˈpɒn/ — após o que; e então. There was one old lady who always had about half a dozen cards to pay for, at which everybody laughed, regularly every round; and when the old lady looked cross at having to pay, they laughed louder than ever; on which the old lady's face gradually brightened up, till at last she laughed louder than any of them, Then, when the spinster aunt got 'matrimony,' the young ladies laughed afresh, and the Spinster aunt seemed disposed to be pettish; till, feeling Mr. Tupman squeezing her hand under the table, she brightened up too, and looked rather knowing, as if matrimony in reality were not quite so far off as some people thought for; whereupon everybody laughed again, and especially old Mr. Wardle, who enjoyed a joke as much as the youngest. Return to Original English Version

wherewith /weəˈwɪð/ — com o que; com que meios. Nor was Podder behindhand in earning laurels wherewith to garnish himself and Muggleton. Return to Original English Version

whim /wɪm/ — capricho; impulso repentino. The wall must be crumbled, the stone decayed, To pleasure his dainty whim; And the mouldering dust that years have made, Is a merry meal for him. Return to Original English Version

whirled /wɜːrld/ — girou; rodopiou. Mr. Pickwick planted himself into his own corner, as firmly as he could; and on whirled the chaise faster than ever. Return to Original English Version

whirlwind /ˈwɜːrlwɪnd/ — remoinho de vento; turbilhão. Fields, trees, and hedges, seemed to rush past them with the velocity of a whirlwind, so rapid was the pace at which they tore along. Return to Original English Version

whisked /wɪskt/ — levada de repente; arrebatada. The military bands struck up altogether; the horses stood upon two legs each, cantered backwards, and whisked their tails about in all directions; the dogs barked, the mob screamed, the troops recovered, and nothing was to be seen on either side, as far as the eye could reach, but a long perspective of red coats and white trousers, fixed and motionless. Return to Original English Version

whither /ˈwɪðər/ — para onde; aonde. 924, take your fare, and take yourself off--respectable gentleman--know him well-- none of your nonsense--this way, sir--where's your friends?--all a mistake, I see--never mind--accidents will happen--best regulated families--never say die--down upon your luck--Pull him _up_--Put that in his pipe--like the flavour--damned rascals.' And with a lengthened string of similar broken sentences, delivered with extraordinary volubility, the stranger led the way to the traveller's waiting-room, whither he was closely followed by Mr. Pickwick and his disciples. Return to Original English Version

whiz /wɪz/ — zunido; zunir; passar zunindo. 'Present! think I was;* fired a musket--fired with an idea--rushed into wine shop--wrote it down--back again--whiz, bang--another idea--wine shop again--pen and ink--back again--cut and slash--noble time, Sir. Return to Original English Version

wicker /ˈwɪkər/ — vime. 'The other party, and a surgeon, I suppose,' said Mr. Snodgrass; 'take a drop of brandy.' Mr. Winkle seized the wicker bottle which his friend proffered, and took a lengthened pull at the exhilarating liquid. Return to Original English Version

wilful /ˈwɪlfəl/ — teimoso; obstinado; intencional. 'Shall I tell you that the young man, who, looking back to the earliest of his childhood's days to which memory and consciousness extended, and carrying his recollection down to that moment, could remember nothing which was not in some way connected with a long series of voluntary privations suffered by his mother for his sake, with ill-usage, and insult, and violence, and all endured for him--shall I tell you, that he, with a reckless disregard for her breaking heart, and a sullen, wilful forgetfulness of all she had done and borne for him, had linked himself with depraved and abandoned men, and was madly pursuing a headlong career, which must bring death to him, and shame to her? Return to Original English Version

willin /ˈwɪlɪn/ — disposto (forma dialetal). 'Here I am! but I hain't a willin,' replied a voice. Return to Original English Version

winced /wɪnst/ — estremeceu; recuou. Mr. Snodgrass winced a little at this, but his heroism was invincible. Return to Original English Version

windmill /ˈwɪndmɪl/ — moinho de vento. On either side, the banks of the Medway, covered with cornfields and pastures, with here and there a windmill, or a distant church, stretched away as far as the eye could see, presenting a rich and varied landscape, rendered more beautiful by the changing shadows which passed swiftly across it as the thin and half-formed clouds skimmed away in the light of the morning sun. Return to Original English Version

withered /ˈwɪðərd/ — murchou; secou. He rose in bed, drew up his withered limbs, and rolled about in uncouth positions; he was acting--he was at the theatre. Return to Original English Version

withering /ˈwɪðərɪŋ/ — fulminante; que murcha. Good- evening, Sir.' Having concluded this speech, and uttered the last three words in a loud key, he stalked majestically after his friend, closely followed by Doctor Slammer, who said nothing, but contented himself by withering the company with a look. Return to Original English Version

withstood /wɪðˈstʊd/ — resistiu a; suportou. There was a solemnity--a dignity--in Mr. Pickwick's manner, not to be withstood. Return to Original English Version

witticisms /ˈwɪtəˌsɪzəmz/ — gracejos; ditos espirituosos. These, and other practical witticisms, coupled with the unaccountable absence of Mr. Tupman (who had suddenly disappeared, and was nowhere to be found), rendered their situation upon the whole rather more uncomfortable than pleasing or desirable. Return to Original English Version

woan't /wəʊnt/ — não vou. 'It got us in trouble last time,' said the woman, turning into the house; 'I woan't have nothin' to say to 'un.' Return to Original English Version

woe /woʊ/ — desgraça; ai de mim. 'In the first transports of her mental anguish, the suffering mother threw herself on her knees at my feet, and fervently sought the Almighty Being who had hitherto supported her in all her troubles to release her from a world of woe and misery, and to spare the life of her only child. Return to Original English Version

workmen /ˈwɜːkmən/ — operários; artesãos. 'Sudden disappearance--talk of the whole city--search made everywhere without success--public fountain in the great square suddenly ceased playing--weeks elapsed-- still a stoppage--workmen employed to clean it--water drawn off--father- in-law discovered sticking head first in the main pipe, with a full confession in his right boot--took him out, and the fountain played away again, as well as ever.' Return to Original English Version

worn't /wɔːnt/ — não foi. 'Blowed if the gen'lm'n worn't a-gettin' up on the wrong side,' whispered a grinning post-boy to the inexpressibly gratified waiter. Return to Original English Version

worser /ˈwɜːsə/ — pior. Worser than that,' roared the fat boy, in the old lady's ear. Return to Original English Version

worsted /ˈwʊstɪd/ — lã penteada; fio de lã. A very old lady, in a lofty cap and faded silk gown--no less a personage than Mr. Wardle's mother--occupied the post of honour on the right-hand corner of the chimney-piece; and various certificates of her having been brought up in the way she should go when young, and of her not having departed from it when old, ornamented the walls, in the form of samplers of ancient date, worsted landscapes of equal antiquity, and crimson silk tea-kettle holders of a more modern period. Return to Original English Version

worthies /ˈwɜrðiz/ — notáveis; figurões; sujeitos. We will therefore return to Mr. Tupman; merely adding that within some few minutes before twelve o'clock that night, the convocation of worthies of Dingley Dell and Muggleton were heard to sing, with great feeling and emphasis, the beautiful and pathetic national air of Return to Original English Version

wos /wɒz/ — era/estava. My father, Sir, wos a coachman. Return to Original English Version

wot's /wɒts/ — o que é (fala popular de what is). Hold still, Sir; wot's the use o' runnin' arter a man as has made his lucky, and got to t'other end of the Borough by this time?' Return to Original English Version

wrathful /ˈrɒθfəl/ — irado; colérico. The little doctor looked wrathful, but confounded; and Mr. Payne gazed with a ferocious aspect on the beaming countenance of the unconscious Pickwick. Return to Original English Version

wretch /retʃ/ — infeliz; desgraçado; miserável. To tell how Mr. Pickwick in the first transports of emotion called Mr. Winkle 'Wretch!' how Mr. Tupman lay prostrate on the ground; and how Mr. Winkle knelt horror-stricken beside him; how Mr. Tupman called distractedly upon some feminine Christian name, and then opened first one eye, and then the other, and then fell back and shut them both--all this would be as difficult to describe in detail, as it would be to depict the gradual recovering of the unfortunate individual, the binding up of his arm with pocket-handkerchiefs, and the conveying him back by slow degrees supported by the arms of his anxious friends. Return to Original English Version

wretched /ˈretʃɪd/ — miserável; desgraçado; péssimo. Even this resource shortly failed him; his irregularities were too great to admit of his earning the wretched pittance he might thus have procured, and he was actually reduced to a state bordering on starvation, only procuring a trifle occasionally by borrowing it of some old companion, or by obtaining an appearance at one or other of the commonest of the minor theatres; and when he did earn anything it was spent in the old way. Return to Original English Version

wright's /raɪts/ — de Wright. 'Here--not I--but you'd better--good house--nice beds--Wright's next house, dear--very dear--half-a-crown in the bill if you look at the waiter--charge you more if you dine at a friend's than they would if you dined in the coffee-room--rum fellows--very.' Return to Original English Version

wring /rɪŋ/ — torcer; espremer. We will not wring the public bosom, with the delineation of such suffering! Return to Original English Version

wrists /rɪsts/ — pulsos. The green coat had been a smart dress garment in the days of swallow-tails, but had evidently in those times adorned a much shorter man than the stranger, for the soiled and faded sleeves scarcely reached to his wrists. Return to Original English Version

writhed /raɪðd/ — se contorceu de dor. Did a slim gentleman try to catch it, it struck him on the nose, and bounded pleasantly off with redoubled violence, while the slim gentleman's eyes filled with water, and his form writhed with anguish. Return to Original English Version

writhing /ˈraɪðɪŋ/ — contorcendo-se; retorcendo-se. I saw the wasted limbs-- which a few hours before had been distorted for the amusement of a boisterous gallery, writhing under the tortures of a burning fever--I heard the clown's shrill laugh, blending with the low murmurings of the dying man. Return to Original English Version

yearned /jɜːnd/ — ansiava por; suspirava por. 'The last soft light of the setting sun had fallen on the earth, casting a rich glow on the yellow corn sheaves, and lengthening the shadows of the orchard trees, as he stood before the old house--the home of his infancy--to which his heart had yearned with an intensity of affection not to be described, through long and weary years of captivity and sorrow. Return to Original English Version

yoe /jəʊ/ — iô. 'Yo-yo-yo-yo-yoe!' went the first boy. Return to Original English Version

yoing /ˈjəʊɪŋ/ — gritaria de ‘iô’. And amidst the yo-yoing of the whole four, the chaise stopped. Return to Original English Version

you's /juz/ — você é. Several dozen of 'How-are-you's?' hailed the old gentleman's arrival; and a general raising of the straw hats, and bending forward of the flannel jackets, followed his introduction of his guests as gentlemen from London, who were extremely anxious to witness the proceedings of the day, with which, he had no doubt, they would be greatly delighted. Return to Original English Version

youth's /juːθs/ — da juventude; do jovem. There was a smile upon the youth's face as he advanced. Return to Original English Version

zealous /ˈzeləs/ — zelosos; diligentes. Now general benevolence was one of the leading features of the Pickwickian theory, and no one was more remarkable for the zealous manner in which he observed so noble a principle than Mr. Tracy Tupman. Return to Original English Version