haylike

Updated: June 9, 2025

"Now, White Teacher," he said in a voice that had suddenly become commanding, "think of something. Think of what you will, and I will show it to you." "Indeed," said Thomas with a smile. "I have thought of something; now make good your words." Menzi thrust the ember into the haylike fibres and blew.

Henry Rider Haggard - Smith and the Pharaohs, and other Tales