James Northcote, Rome, to Saml. Northcote

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Spring weather is the most pleasant in Rome; he describes some Holy week ceremonies, limited views because of his short stature; he hopes to be admitted to the Academy of the Grand Duke of Tuscany; indulges in critical remarks on Catholic superstition relating to his landlady; he maintains that it is impossible for him to make money in Rome, the Antiquarians have all the power; bemoans the difficulty of learning a new language at his age.