LETTER II.

Thick forest of beech-trees.--Fearful glimpses of the torrent.--Throne of Moses.--Lofty bridge.--Distant view of the Convent.--Profound calm.--Enter the convent gate.--Arched aisle.--Welcomed by the father Coadjutor.--The Secretary and Procurator.--Conversation with them.--A walk amongst the cloisters and galleries.--Pictures of different Convents of the order.--Grand Hall adorned with historical paintings of St. Bruno’s life. 314