Literature - Cheese in Liverpool

The Author's Experience in Liverpool

• The author admits to making a grave mistake in Liverpool.

The Cheeses and Their Effect

• The author initially thought the cheeses were innocent and harmless.
• The scent of the cheeses carried by the wind caused the cab's horse to became restive and nearly unmanageable.

The Cab's Horse and Its Owner

• The owner described the horse as a "good 'un" and claimed it was a favorite.

The Journey with the Cheeses

• After turning the corner with the cheeses on top, the cab progressed slowly and with difficulty.

The Carriage and Its Passengers

• An old gentleman thought the carriage was a "funeral" due to the strong smell of the cheeses.
• A stout lady left the carriage due to the overpowering smell of the cheeses.
• A black gentleman thought the situation in the carriage was "horrible" due to the smell.

The Encounter at Crewe

• The traveler offered the black gentleman a drink at Crewe, possibly to console or commiserate with him over the unpleasant experience.

The Empty Compartment

• People rushed for the empty compartment when they saw it at different stations, likely to escape the smell of the cheeses.

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