I had remarked it before, in my perambulations about the place.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
In the course of one of these perambulations, I have known the Squire to point out some important alteration which he was contemplating, in the disposition or cultivation of the grounds; this, of course, would be opposed by the steward, and a long argument would ensue, over a stile, or on a rising piece of ground, until the Squire, who has a high opinion of the other's ability and integrity, would be fain to give up the point.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
I take great pleasure in accompanying the Squire in his perambulations about his estate, in which he is often attended by a kind of cabinet council.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving