"I once rode an elephant in this land. It was a bumpy ride, and I was afraid I would fall off."

"The women of this country are very beautiful, and they wear rings on their toes."

"I set out alone finding no companion to cheer the way with friendly intercourse. and no party of travelers with whom to associate."

"The people here have a strange custom of greeting each other by rubbing noses. It was quite an experience to get used to."

"Never did I see a man who was more eager to make gifts and to shed blood."