There was a twisting steep and stony track to the top of the cliffs, then an undulating panorama to the South, while to the North the mountains rose sharply.
Trees covered the lower slopes while their barren peaks were silhouetted against the blue of the sky.
It was very beautiful and Magnolia exclaimed in delight at the many species of flowers that were profuse in the thick grass.
They followed a path that wound away Northwards and were soon in the thick of the trees.
The Duke hoped that Magnolia would see some of the wild animals that he knew were to be found in the Albanian mountains, but although there were plenty of hares and occasionally small deer, there was no sign of the chamois or even the mountain goats that were characteristic of the country.
She was, however, very happy w
