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glasses, one of which he touched with a golden wand. We must first see, said he, what is at present become of Eliana, that our succours and activity may equal the danger of her situation.
As he spoke, I saw the glass begin to colour, and it soon represented a young lady of perfect beauty. That is Eliana, said the genius; but observe how she is employed.
At this instant the magic picture became complete, and I saw, not without extreme surprise, Eliana, alone in a garden, Sitting in a swing, which, in full motion, rose even to the clouds, and weeping in so affecting a manner, that I was greatly moved. My astonishment made the genius smile: You will soon discover things much more extraordinary, said he, shaking his head with a mysterious air. Here, receive this talisman, it will transport you whenever you please to the place where Eliana is detained; but arm yourself with coolness and courage, for you will need them both. If you terminate this singular and perilous ad-
