Certainly the magnitude of megalopolitan or ecumenopolitan problems tends to overwhelm the individual who is a perspective participant.

The guide blazed his way through the undergrowth.

Fine embroidery, especially gold threadwork, was of course a specialised skill, done for rich patrons, not the stitchcraft of hovels.

We arrive not-warfully. Is there a Rachel Mansour here?Well, here goes. She stood up and cleared her throat.Who wants to know?The Critic grinned at her, baring frighteningly long tusks:I am Sister Seventh. You come in time!