Chapter XII: 1855-1865

Pages 275-297.

HINTS FOR BOOKS WRITTEN AND UNWRITTEN. AET. 43-53.

Book of MS. memoranda 275
Originals of characters 277
Fancies put into books 277
Notions for _Little Dorrit_ 278
Suggestions for other books 279
Hints for last completed book 280
Fancies never used 281
Ideas not worked out 282
A touching fancy 284
Domestic subjects 284
Characters of women 285
Other female groups 286
Uncle Sam 288
Sketches of selfishness 288
Striking thoughts 290
Subjects not accomplished 290
Characters laid aside 291
Available names 293
Titles for books 293
Names for girls and boys 295
An undistinguished crowd 296
Mr. Brobity's snuff-box 297