"Reflections upon insular tortoises, their origin—tortoises in general, whether deaf—their voices rarely heard—capable of a harsh cry however as well as the more usual hiss—all oviparous, careless of their young—crocodiles more diligent as parents..." --Patrick O'Brian, The Far Side of the World, 272
"Reflections upon insular tortoises, their origin—tortoises in general, whether deaf—their voices rarely heard—capable of a harsh cry however as well as the more usual hiss—all oviparous, careless of their young—crocodiles more diligent as parents..."
--Patrick O'Brian, The Far Side of the World, 272