Our dear F. Passavant had given us a letter of introduction to Auguste Borel, a man of few words, but of a remarkably weighty and sweet spirit, who received us with the greatest affection.
"Memoir and Diary of John Yeardley, Minister of the Gospel"
John Yeardley
Neufchatel was their destination; and through Mlle Henriette Borel, Anna's governess, who was a native of the place, and Madame Hanska's confidante, the Villa Andrie, in the Faubourg, just opposite the Hotel du Faubourg, was secured for them.
"Honore de Balzac, His Life and Writings"
Mary F. Sandars
Mlle Borel was a most useful person, as she always went to the post to claim Balzac's letters, and through Madame Hanska he sends her many directions, and specially enjoins great caution.
"Honore de Balzac, His Life and Writings"
Mary F. Sandars