every comfort necessary for the restoration of her exhausted frame and wounded spirit; where she was surrounded by a group of lovely little ones, who vied in affection to her and love to their new playmate. Month after month glided away in the exercise of active virtues, which brought their own reward with them, and where happiness was heightened by the consciousness of utility, and, above all, the daily exercise of religious duties. Meanwhile Ludovico approved himself truly worthy of the high confidence reposed in him by his worthy and indulgent master, to whom he became, if possible, more attached every day he lived with him. His abilities, improved by the sources of knowledge opened to his view, were considered of the highest order, and inclined him exceedingly to his father's profession: but he continued to take advantage of the important lessons that his unhappy father's life held out to him, and persisted in a close adherence to the more immediate duties of his present calling, without losing the power he had already obtained as a painter, or omitting any means of improvement he could consistently enjoy; his days were blessed with plenty, and his nights with peace, and he advanced to maturity in the enjoyment of esteem from all around him. My dear young Reader, whoever you are, and however you are situated, I trust the story of Ludovico will be found, in some point, to convey a good example, or a useful lesson. If you are rich and happy, surrounded by splendour, friends, and fortune, let it lead you to think on the many helpless young people, who with minds as polished and feelings as acute as yours, languish in poverty, and eat the bitter bread of affliction moistened by their tears; and teach you to remove the misery you may one day share, but which, whether you partake or not, it is your express duty to relieve. And you who do in any measure participate the sorrows of Ludovico, who lament either the misfortune or misconduct of those parents who are still hallowed in your eyes and dear to your hearts, take courage from his example, and learn from his history, that, in the severest trials, comfort and support may be derived from faith and prayer; poverty relieved by industry and patience, and comfort expected from unforeseen sources, since our Heavenly Father never fails to send help to his children in the hour of need. 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