Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B——

Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B– by Robert Butler is about his life and the work he has done. Excerpt: «Page CHAPTER I. The Author's Birth and Education—Sent to Edinburgh—Engaged to a Tobacco-Spinner—Hired by Mrs. C.—Her Excellent Character—Death—Goes to Mr. B.—Hardships there from Hunger—Buys a fife, and becomes devoted to Music—Put to the Weaving—Scanty Fare and small Wages—Curious incident—Goes to Peebles—Enlists in the Army of Reserve—Is sent to Ireland. 1 CHAPTER II. Arrival at Belfast, Athlone, Dublin—His Musical Enthusiasm —Alarms of Conscience…»