The Shadow Catcher

“—Henry James…I think not…here we are — one ofmy father’s favorites…make yourself comfortable, Edward, you are in for a treat…” She rearranged the pillows around his head, removed the tray, tested the heat from the stones, then settled in beside him on the bed. “Chapter the First,” she read, “in which

‘The Author gives some account of himself and family — His first inducements to travel — He is shipwrecked and swims for his life — Gets safe on shore in the country of Lilliput — Is made a prisoner and carried up the country.’”

“What is the title of this adventure, Scout?”

“Gulliver’s Travels. Irish. But in English nonetheless…”