"But people are not expected to be large in proportion to the houses they live in, like snails," said Maggie,laughing. "pray, are Mr. Guest's sisters giantesses?"
"Oh no; and not handsome,–that is, not very,"said Lucy, half-penitent at this uncharitable remark."But he is–at least he is generally considered very handsome."
"Though you are unable to share that opinion?"