The plate framed an unimpressive section of the galaxy, a blurred scattering of stars condensing toward the right, and, somewhat left of center, a large misty red globe.
"Gone Fishing"
James H. Schmitz
Possibly, too, the powerful effect of so many square miles of vegetation in condensing vapour may have had a distinct influence upon the rainfall, and have rendered water more plentiful than now: a consideration which may help to explain the manner in which these ancient forts were held.
"Wild Life in a Southern County"
Richard Jefferies
Our hero began a recital of his woes, condensing as well as he could.
"The Blue Pavilions"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch