Inez, too, unpractised in the science of the heart, was gradually becoming fascinated by the silent attentions of her lover.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
All these were couched, in occult language, almost unintelligible to the unpractised ear of the disciple.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Steadily watching the horse's ears, and holding the reins in both hands with the conscientious care of an unpractised coachman, he drove down the slope to the Cross Roads and round the corner into the woods.
"The Devil's Garden"
W. B. Maxwell