| 单词 | astir |
| 例句 | The settling of the wood floors, the wind astir in the jasmine, the deep released fragrance of the earth, the crow of an insomniac rooster. In the Time of the Butterflies 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Very early the next morning I heard him up and astir, wandering from one room to another. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z Soon the gardeners would be astir, brushing the first leaves from the lawns and the paths, raking the gravel in the drive. Rebecca 1938-08-01T00:00:00Z As though he were serenading the rising sun, Jack went on blowing till the shelters were astir and the hunters crept to the platform and the littluns whimpered as now they so frequently did. Lord of the Flies 1954-09-17T00:00:00Z My faculties, roused by the change of scene, the new field offered to hope, seemed all astir. Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z That way, too, on the plain, the enemy’s ground forces waited: machines glinting brightly, flags astir with color, regiments drawn up, waiting. The Amber Spyglass 2000-10-10T00:00:00Z It was just before dawn, with no one astir but a few silent Helpers mopping floors, sweeping walkways, or scaling ladders to scrub mildew from ceilings. The Mysterious Benedict Society 2008-04-01T00:00:00Z For there was a great commotion as soon as the remaining guests were astir and heard news of the raid on the inn. The Fellowship of the Ring 1954-07-29T00:00:00Z No need to cower behind a gate-post, indeed!—to peep up at chamber lattices, fearing life was astir behind them! Jane Eyre 1847-10-16T00:00:00Z It has the effect of a leviathan astir. Beyoncé Unearths Pain and Lets It Flow in ‘Lemonade’ 2016-04-24T04:00:00Z Shiny skyscrapers loom on the horizon; their squat, worn building, home to their clan since 1902, marks a contrast, nestled within a crowded complex astir with chatter and dust. Five International Movies to Stream Now 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z And Korie’s text, which often tips into rhyme, can tend risible: “A feeling I infer of anarchy astir.” Review: An Opera Sings of a World on the Verge of Ending 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z News reporters were astir and skipped this curtain scene. A Few Words From a Master Journalist 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z It shook up a global agrochemical industry already astir with mergers and acquisitions. Bayer CEO Sets Course With Monsanto Deal 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z And so it should be little surprise that passions are astir, decades later, over the fate of a mural that memorializes many of the neighborhood’s most treasured sons. South Philly’s crumbling idols mural needs a rescue 2015-06-01T04:00:00Z Once defeated, she bequeaths the Yharnam Stone, which appears like a stillborn fetus still astir in its vein and tissue casing. A Review Of Bloodborne Based On 200 Hours Of Twitch And YouTube Videos 2015-05-27T04:00:00Z When young people are astir, the whole country becomes astir and a revolutionary upsurge is brought about on all fronts of building a thriving socialist country. Decoding North Korea's fish and mushroom slogans 2015-02-12T05:00:00Z "Before dawn, good Mrs. Sherwood," he answered; "and across the fields into the forest before ever the laboring men are astir; and you know best when that is." The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine 2012-04-05T02:00:40.207Z All the world was heaving, all the world was astir. The Red Cockade 2012-03-30T02:00:19.603Z Whether or not it was because our ramble was by early morning before the inhabitants were astir, at any rate I brought away a picture of a depopulated town. Heroic Spain 2012-03-26T02:00:38.797Z Before they could resume their progress, the city was astir; and as they passed the suburbs, they were pelted and hooted at by the mob. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z Hence: In a state to be diffused or propagated; afoot; astir. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z Not a soul was as yet astir in the old house. Fairies Afield 2012-03-18T02:00:20.790Z But the whistle and the shouts had been heard by the enemy, who were already astir. Settlers and Scouts 2012-03-17T02:01:06.297Z The camp was astir; sentries were placed at several points of its circuit; it was impossible to get in undetected. Swift and Sure 2012-03-16T02:00:24.627Z For the road between the inn and the lake was astir with life. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z All were instantly astir, and soon a walrus was located, a black spot on the clear white of an adjoining floe. True Tales of Arctic Heroism in the New World 2012-03-13T02:00:24.640Z The monks who had been astir thus early for chanting Matins, terrified by the trembling of the earth, came to my room brandishing crosses and relics of the saints. Naples Past and Present 2012-03-13T02:00:23.473Z With the responsibility of breakfast on his shoulders Billy Worth was the first astir. The Auto Boys' Quest 2012-03-12T03:00:25.647Z By this time the whole village was astir. Samba A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo 2012-03-07T03:00:16.567Z It was the very fact that the world was astir and awake that made an early hour impossible. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z But Cora was astir early, for she wanted to forestall the appearance of Nina at the breakfast table by notifying Aunt Betty and the boys of all that had happened in the night. The Motor Girls in the Mountains or, The Gypsy Girl's Secret 2012-03-07T03:00:15.897Z Naples was astir, and the guards were mustering by torchlight in the streets. Naples Past and Present 2012-03-13T02:00:23.473Z The second call completely roused him and he had the whole camp astir in another five seconds. The Auto Boys' Quest 2012-03-12T03:00:25.647Z We were astir at dawn, preparing to leave this little village known as Netlik. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z At five it was already dark, yet the world was awake and astir, respectable folk were abroad, and help was within call. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z Presently the whole castle was astir, and trumpets were sounding, and clarions ringing. The Necklace of Princess Fiorimonde and Other Stories 2012-02-26T03:00:15.647Z Soft," I whispered; "the lady's astir in her chaise. Cardigan 2012-02-24T03:00:29.073Z I am an early riser, but even before I was astir a wherry crossed the little harbor my window overlooked. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z They were soon astir, pushed farther up the gorge, and finding a favorable place, began to cut steps up the glacier. North-Pole Voyages 2012-03-01T03:00:27.283Z It is indeed ideal; but ideal as a fair dream is in the dawn of morning, before the faculties are astir. Modern Painters. Vol. III (of V) Containing Part IV. Of Many Things 2012-02-20T03:00:15.843Z You must seek shelter with some friend," Felix proposed, "before the city is astir. For the Cause 2012-02-19T03:00:18.033Z When she awoke on the following morning, refreshed and full of energy, the sun was an hour high, and the peasants' camp was astir. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z As there are six good miles to get over to the mountain, and as many to return, I was early astir. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z From the terraces above her bed we look over the busy metropolis, astir with its myriad pulses of life and passion, while its rumble and din sound in our ears in a murmurous monotone. A Literary Pilgrimage Among the Haunts of Famous British Authors 2012-02-17T03:00:36.500Z No one was astir; only a quiet form here and there on the little porches could be seen in the dim light of the street lamps. In Kali's Country Tales from Sunny India 2012-02-17T03:00:28.697Z It was broad day, and the sun had been up for hours, and the house astir as many, when he awoke in his bed and found three people gazing at him. A Little Wizard 2012-02-15T03:00:38.160Z The sun was peeping into the valley and all nature was astir. The Abbess Of Vlaye 2012-02-19T03:00:15.523Z The morning broke fair and bright, and soon the whole village was astir. From the Lakes of Killarney to the Golden Horn 2012-02-15T03:00:25.610Z The journey was yet long to Nara, and over the mountains fraught with possible disaster, so all were early astir. The Curse of Koshiu A Chronicle of Old Japan 2012-02-14T03:00:23.467Z Austin watched him away, and then went indoors, for Daffodil's Delight began to be astir, and to collect itself around him, Sam Shuck having assisted in spreading the news touching Mrs. Baxendale. A Life's Secret A Novel 2012-02-13T03:00:17.060Z Instead of the clattering domestic bustle of old Christmas, every one looked sulky, and, as usual when a household is not astir in the early morning, every thing went wrong. The Irish Penny Journal, No. 1, Vol. 1, July 4, 1840 2012-02-11T03:04:02.107Z Down in the house there we keep astir all night through, some one is always moving. Translations from the German (Vol 3 of 3) Tales by Musaeus, Tieck, Richter 2012-02-08T03:00:20.643Z It was Saturday, and the town was all astir with peasants come to market, every peasant as good as a romance. Spanish Highways and Byways 2012-02-06T03:00:15.617Z At a later hour the youth's employer came to business, and the clerk told him that the new lad had been doing an excellent stroke of business before others were astir that morning. The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young 2012-02-03T03:00:20.453Z Nobody was astir downstairs; Mrs. MacCall had not yet left her room, and on Sunday mornings even Uncle Rufus allowed himself an extra hour in bed. The Corner House Girls Under Canvas How they reached Pleasant Cove and what happened afterward 2012-02-03T03:00:19.757Z Meanwhile no one seemed as yet to be astir within the house. Lawrence Clavering 2012-02-01T03:00:11.667Z Overcome by weariness, Burnet was at last in a deep sleep when, at the first sign of dawn, the camp was astir. Carry On! A Story of the Fight for Bagdad 2012-01-31T03:00:13.130Z No one was as yet astir, and the door, of course, was unlocked. The Watchers A Novel 2012-01-29T03:00:08.560Z What with fomentations and bandages Mr. Kelly had kept the tiny household out of bed to a late hour, and so no one was astir. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Nothing seemed astir but the two or three night-hawks swooping and twanging high up in the hollow heaven, and he had no thought of hunting any such elusive quarry as the night-hawks. Hoof and Claw 2012-01-28T03:00:27.507Z There was a great longing astir within her at this moment. The Truants 2012-01-28T03:00:26.257Z He was astir with the dawn next morning, but when they went down the ladder into the hold he knew that the change in him had reached a further stage. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z The village was astir and humming like a hive. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z The Walnut Walk was all astir and agape with evening loungers; it hummed with gossip. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z Forces astir in the deepest roots grow restless beneath the lock of frost. Minstrel Weather 2012-01-24T03:00:25.640Z The camp of the Mexican army was astir at an early hour and the artillery began its practice-work upon the shattered wall. The Lost Gold of the Montezumas A Story of the Alamo 2012-01-19T03:00:22.827Z There was not a breath of wind astir, and the saturated atmosphere, which was heavy with the emanations of the swamps, seemed to seal the perspiration in the burning skin. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z There was very little sleep for the boys that night, and at the first streak of dawn the whole camp was astir. Bert Wilson at the Wheel 2012-01-14T03:00:19.827Z The busy town, with its twenty-two thousand thrifty people, was all astir. Historic Waterways?Six Hundred Miles of Canoeing Down the Rock, Fox, and Wisconsin Rivers 2012-01-13T03:00:14.813Z Yet, to see swift and enchanting changes of sky, lake, and woodland, go forth with the March hare and find with him, better than quiet, the earth astir. Minstrel Weather 2012-01-24T03:00:25.640Z All Cardiff seemed to be astir early that morning, though the contest would not begin until two o'clock. The White Crystals Being an Account of the Adventures of Two Boys 2012-01-13T03:00:11.507Z Deep stillness hung over the dingy mangroves, and there was not a breath of air astir, while Austin, who lay among the palm oil puncheons beside the creek, was oppressed by a sense of suffocation. For Jacinta 2012-01-27T03:00:20.840Z The morning of the long anticipated day in the “Red Scout” dawned bright and clear, and the campers who were to go were astir soon after dawn. Bert Wilson at the Wheel 2012-01-14T03:00:19.827Z Warm noon brims full the valley's cup, The aspen's leaves are scarce astir, Only the little mill sends up Its busy, never-ceasing burr. Poems of James Russell Lowell With biographical sketch by Nathan Haskell Dole 2012-01-09T03:00:25.087Z At sunrise reveille beats, drum echoing to drum until the entire encampment is astir, and busy as a bee-hive. Nurse and Spy in the Union Army The Adventures and Experiences of a Woman in Hospitals, Camps, and Battle-Fields 2012-01-07T03:00:15.907Z She flung back her head with a gesture that set truant curls tantalizingly astir and flapped the reins on the horse's back, but in quick afterthought she drew him down again. The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z Birds were astir in the moving currents of the air, and lights flashed dimly forth from the distant houses of St. Luce. The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence The Lost Channel 2012-01-02T03:00:21.167Z After daybreak I rose, and continued for two hours in vigorous exercise to restore warmth to my chilled frame, before the Indians were astir. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z But the next morning, when he heard his neighbor astir, he knocked gently at her door; there was no answer. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, No. 15, August, 1851 2011-12-27T03:00:07.217Z At night another stretch of path was made, to which the canoes and baggage were hurried before the cannibals were astir in the morning. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z On the morning of my guests' departure the house was all astir at five o'clock in the morning. A Witch of the Hills, v. 2-2 2011-12-15T03:00:17.253Z They were early astir in the morning and on their way upstream. The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence The Lost Channel 2012-01-02T03:00:21.167Z Elmer was astir long before daybreak on the following morning, because he meant to get himself a light breakfast, so as to be ready for the wagon when it came along about sunrise. The Hickory Ridge Boy Scouts: Under Canvas or, The Hunt for the Cartaret Ghost 2011-12-15T03:00:13.703Z Every one on board the Arrandoon was early astir—up, indeed, before the sun himself—for there were to be great doings on shore to-day. Wild Adventures round the Pole The Cruise of the "Snowbird" Crew in the "Arrandoon" 2011-12-15T03:00:12.560Z He awakened Craig, and soon the little camp was all astir, and ready for the road. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z The household was astir and a group of men stood in the verandah preparing to go out on their various errands and duties. The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z The camp was astir at daybreak, when most of the outlaws disappeared from view, going in every direction except across the river. The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence The Lost Channel 2012-01-02T03:00:21.167Z In a piece of jungle—which Chisholm as usual persisted in calling a moor—they found these beautiful birds in great abundance: they were early astir that morning. Wild Adventures in Wild Places 2011-12-12T03:00:22.477Z Starting up, I inquired what was astir, and was told that Defaure, the page, was waiting to see me. The Honour of Savelli A Romance 2011-12-10T03:00:15.560Z Morning dawned at last on forest and plain, and both Harry and the brothers were early astir. From Squire to Squatter A Tale of the Old Land and the New 2011-12-13T03:00:26.557Z The book led him, and leads us, back to the morning of January 3, 1698, when all Rome was astir with the sensation of a brutal assassination. The Old Yellow Book Source of Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book 2011-12-08T03:00:22.847Z The boys were astir early in the morning. The River Motor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence The Lost Channel 2012-01-02T03:00:21.167Z It was always their custom to be early astir, but they did not start on an empty stomach you may be well sure; and they were quite ready for luncheon at twelve. Wild Adventures in Wild Places 2011-12-12T03:00:22.477Z He was up betimes in the morning, and had the fire alight before any one else was astir. The Making of William Edwards or The Story of the Bridge of Beauty 2011-12-07T03:00:17.867Z The blood in her veins was astir like the sap in the trees in the springtime. The Stronger Influence 2011-12-02T03:00:23.630Z “Grit’s early astir,” her thoughts ran as she settled down to sleep again. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z The sky was heavily overcast, there was no breath of air astir, and the slow gurgle of the river drifted mournfully down the hollow. The Mistress of Bonaventure 2011-11-28T03:00:22.190Z Landing here we proceeded immediately to Campbell's, and it was a glad surprise to find him astir, thanks to the business habits of the city of brotherly love. Memoir of John Howe Peyton in sketches by his contemporaries, together with some of his public and private letters, etc., also a sketch of Ann M. Peyton 2011-11-15T03:00:20.413Z Bidding him good-night, and warning him to be early astir on the morrow, I took my hat, and prepared to accompany Alie on her homeward journey. The Beautiful White Devil 2011-11-11T03:00:24.760Z And on her side, also, something was astir behind her calculated plan. Across the Stream 2011-11-05T02:00:11.673Z Notwithstanding the late carousal of the previous night, the morning found the men early astir. Grit Lawless 2011-12-01T03:00:18.137Z All the miners were astir soon afterward; but there was no joking or laughing going on in the camp, as there usually was. The Haunted Mine 2011-10-28T02:00:23.833Z M——, glad of the discovery, hastened to the parsonage, which he reached to find Branwell astir, who was overjoyed on receiving the missing spectacles, as the danger of his father's displeasure was avoided. The Bront? Family, Vol. 1 of 2 with special reference to Patrick Branwell Bront? 2011-10-27T02:00:24.317Z By this time the rest of the temporary sojourners on the island were astir. The Wireless Officer 2011-10-24T02:00:17.560Z In the morning we were early astir expecting a renewal of the fight. A Narrative of Service with the Third Wisconsin Infantry 2011-10-15T02:00:29.757Z When we reached Dunbar at last, we found the romantic and pretty town all astir. The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan 2011-10-11T02:01:13.517Z Abroach, a-brōch′, adv. broached: in a condition to let the liquor run out: in a state to be diffused, afloat: astir. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 1 of 4: A-D) 2011-10-11T02:01:08.990Z In half an hour, as Upton said, the army would be astir and moving. From School to Battle-field A Story of the War Days 2011-10-10T02:00:19.987Z You can regulate your own arising by the number of people who seem to be astir. Of All Things 2011-10-09T02:00:26.957Z Thus, ere the diggings were astir again for the afternoon, the new owners were alone in their unforeseen glory, and one of them at least was still capering and singing in his joy. Denis Dent A Novel 2011-10-04T02:00:16.973Z Footsteps and voices rose from the street below, as if the city were astir, but this did not interest him much. The Coast of Adventure 2011-10-03T02:00:25.810Z The people were astir with the excitement of the season, as the travellers began to pour into the city. The Hearth-Stone Thoughts upon Home-Life in Our Cities 2011-09-28T02:00:22.560Z At the sound every man in the Castle and its surrounding buildings, and on the farms about, became astir, and soon Sir Gladys had his trusty henchmen a dozen deep about him. The Cassowary What Chanced in the Cleft Mountains 2011-09-24T02:00:16.927Z A short, hasty rest, and we were astir again long before the dawn. The Great War in England in 1897 2011-09-20T02:00:17.083Z Early to bed was the digger's natural law, but if Denis kept it he would be wide awake by the smallest hours, and so lie tossing till the Flat was astir. Denis Dent A Novel 2011-10-04T02:00:16.973Z It was not yet seven o’clock, but everyone in the house seemed astir. Polly in New York 2011-09-18T02:00:27.103Z The Wolf was early astir, and the Fox took him out to a road in the forest, traversed daily by a Huntsman. Snowdrop and Other Tales 2011-09-12T02:00:31.553Z He was astir, all the same, at six in the morning. Annie o' the Banks o' Dee 2011-09-12T02:00:26.230Z Ha, ha, ha!" chuckled the tenant of the hut; "thou art astir, cronies! Rob of the Bowl, Vol. I (of 2) A Legend of St. Inigoe's 2011-09-11T02:00:10.443Z But I was troubled at that, and had no mind to sound those unventured deeps which, at such moments, I could feel vaguely astir within me. The Little Red Foot 2011-09-09T02:01:04.147Z The enemy river craft were early astir, and so were their antediluvian Archies. Caught by the Turks 2011-09-09T02:01:01.073Z Next morning, however, as early as daybreak, the whole camp was astir, and for nearly two hours the shouting and howling, the firing of guns and cracking of whips were hideous to hear. Harry Milvaine The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy 2011-09-08T02:00:23.340Z Robins are early astir in the morning; their song is the first I hear. Aileen Aroon, A Memoir With other Tales of Faithful Friends and Favourites 2011-09-08T02:00:20.773Z We were early astir the next day, and on the road before the sun had begun to peep down over the eastern hills. O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z Then, finding Seraphita speechless, she suddenly blazed like the sun, and exclaimed, 'I am the Light!'—'The light is there!' replied Seraphita, pointing to clouds where the archangels were astir. The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z All the camp, however, is astir hours before the stars have given place to the glaring light of a short, crisp winter’s day. Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z When he awoke again it was broad daylight, and all the camp was astir. Harry Milvaine The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy 2011-09-08T02:00:23.340Z Ha, ha, ha, my old bird, you are astir I see. Hot corn: Life Scenes in New York Illustrated 2011-08-31T02:01:20.473Z It was summer, all the woods and forests were astir with life, the prairies gay with gorgeous flowers; there was joy all around us; we drank in health in every breath we breathed. O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z "Old friend," said the furrier to Lallier, taking up the thread of the conversation, "we are going to see hot work in France; the Reformers are astir." The Works of Honor? de Balzac About Catherine de' Medici, Seraphita and Other Stories 2011-09-02T02:00:23.810Z He was astir early, leaving Rosamond, who had been wakeful from nervousness, to get some compensating slumber. The Tigress 2011-08-30T02:00:39.657Z Miss Summers, Harrod, and Major Williams were the only occupants apparently astir. Kitty's Conquest 2011-08-30T02:00:36.270Z Another negro and his wife occupy another corner; a third sits in the window monopolising all the air astir. Hot corn: Life Scenes in New York Illustrated 2011-08-31T02:01:20.473Z But everything came right, and by the time the other girls were astir their breakfast was awaiting them, piping hot; crispy bacon, hot biscuits and butter, with jam they had made themselves, and cocoa. Winona of the Camp Fire 2011-08-28T02:00:35.510Z All the village was astir over the ball, as well as the Leverich house; it was impossible to overestimate its importance. The Wayfarers 2011-08-28T02:00:32.867Z Nature is joyously astir; and in the sunshine of the open sky all people, especially young people, find it good to be alive. Holidays & Happy-Days 2011-08-27T02:00:21.840Z The country, however, which had once been set astir could not be pacified so easily. An Introduction to the History of Japan 2011-08-25T02:00:29.177Z Dame Blossom herself was but just astir, and lodgers were at best but an inconsiderate lot. A Maid of Many Moods 2011-08-23T02:00:27.517Z Something must indeed be amiss that the badger was astir after sunrise. Lives of the Fur Folk 2011-08-20T02:00:13.820Z Before daylight I was astir, had a cup of coffee and a bite, and was off. Hunting in Many Lands The Book of the Boone and Crockett Club 2011-08-20T02:00:11.973Z Bitterly cold though the morning proved, almost every one was astir, listening for the cannonading which would proclaim the opening of the engagement on the heights. In Strange Company A Story of Chili and the Southern Seas 2011-08-16T02:00:46.397Z No one seemed astir, and the house was as silent as death. The Coming of the King 2011-08-13T02:00:24.197Z She was dressed a full hour before the household was usually astir. Carolyn of the Corners 2011-08-10T02:00:14.997Z In some places the corn was already ripening, and the sparrows harvested there before the farmer was astir. Lives of the Fur Folk 2011-08-20T02:00:13.820Z Travis Gully having acquired the habit of early rising during his sojourn among the harvesters, was awake the following morning before the rest of the family was astir. The Land of Lure A Story of the Columbia River Basin 2011-08-09T02:00:24.217Z The female element are to home, the dogs, astray and astir, with lamentable choruses. Fifty Contemporary One-Act Plays 2011-08-08T02:00:15.947Z I watched a long time at the creek after the boat left, and seeing no one astir started for home. Old Trails on the Niagara Frontier 2011-08-06T02:00:04.917Z Then the sun had risen, and a few early persons were astir; but nobody appeared who knew the child or who cared anything about her. Carolyn of the Corners 2011-08-10T02:00:14.997Z The next morning we three were early astir; indeed, as may be imagined, I nor Thompson had not slept much all that night, through thinking of our speedy return. Richard Galbraith, Mariner Life among the Kaffirs 2011-08-04T02:00:26.337Z The following morning the men were all astir just at the break of day. The Land of Lure A Story of the Columbia River Basin 2011-08-09T02:00:24.217Z Hunt mounted to his room to find that Betty was already astir. The Heart of Canyon Pass 2011-08-04T02:00:24.083Z Is't the same girl that stood, one night, There in the wide hall's thrilling light, With all the costly robes astir That love and pride had bought for her? City Ballads 2011-08-04T02:00:21.027Z Boulders and hollows alive, astir With a goat-thighed foe, all teeth and fur, We husked that foe like a chestnut bur— I thought of the Holy Rood. In the Days of the Guild 2011-08-03T02:00:12.687Z The sun had not risen very high before the hunting party was astir and preparing to return to the kraal. Richard Galbraith, Mariner Life among the Kaffirs 2011-08-04T02:00:26.337Z With the gray dawn of morning, the camp, as usual, is astir. Pawnee Hero Stories and Folk-Tales With notes on the origin, customs and character of the Pawnee people 2011-08-02T02:00:20.603Z In another moment, there would have been a death-battle astir upon the littered decks. The Sea Bride 2011-07-30T02:00:14.537Z Catherine was astir early, as was her custom; but, instead of writing letters, devoted all her time to meditating upon her resolution to plead with Uncle Ross. Niece Catherine 2011-07-30T02:00:13.927Z On the 21st of October, the anniversary of Trafalgar, Wellington was very early astir. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z The woods are astir with more life than a month ago. In New England Fields and Woods 2011-07-27T02:00:26.953Z When morning came the boys were early astir, and crowded around to stare at the prisoner. Camp Fires of the Wolf Patrol 2011-07-26T02:00:18.713Z “I take it all back,” said Migwan, alarmed at the tempest she had set astir, and bursting into tears buried her head on her arms on the kitchen table. The Camp Fire Girls at Onoway House or, The Magic Garden 2011-07-26T02:00:18.027Z All was astir at Jamestown, especially in the State House. The Stronghold A Story of Historic Northern Neck of Virginia and Its People 2011-07-17T02:00:38.770Z Twenty minutes after 4 a.m. found us astir, and at five o'clock we were under way. The Mountains of Oregon 2011-07-17T02:00:38.297Z The courtyard was instantly astir, men were shouting and running to and fro. On the Cross A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau 2011-07-17T02:00:33.887Z At the first sign of dawn she was astir. Peggy Owen Patriot A Story for Girls 2011-07-17T02:00:32.837Z Well, well, I fare but as yourself; but hark— Something's astir within the castle. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume III 2011-07-16T02:00:13.547Z The magnificent pile of brick and timber known as the Queen's gallery, which was the actual Royal lodging, was alive and astir with movement. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z Doors do not open of their own accord when there is not a breath of wind astir, and it is somewhat disconcerting when they appear to do so in the middle of the night. By Right of Purchase 2011-07-14T02:00:10.167Z All talent, rejoicing in the mental activity which had so long lain dormant, was astir. On the Cross A Romance of the Passion Play at Oberammergau 2011-07-17T02:00:33.887Z The narrow window above her head had been propped a little way open with a hair-brush, and the curtain that divided her bed from the next was agitated; she had a neighbour who was astir. Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z No one belonging to the establishment was astir, so we cast ourselves down on our rags and slept like stones until roused at eight o'clock by the servants. The Log of a Sea-Waif Being Recollections of the First Four Years of My Sea Life 2011-07-09T02:00:13.057Z All astir, and yet all strangely quiet, in comparison with the activity manifested. The Coward A Novel of Society and the Field in 1863 2011-07-08T02:00:16.223Z Meanwhile the king was instantly astir; none were more zealous and active than he and Count Henrik; they rode constantly through the streets, and were always first on the spot where any house was fired. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 2 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:26.270Z Early next morning he was astir, and happening to meet Captain Seaton in the garden, he could not forbear relating his nocturnal experience to his fellow-guest. Stranger Than Fiction Being Tales from the Byways of Ghosts and Folk-lore 2011-07-06T02:00:50.100Z And once more the possibilities were all astir. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z The little Dutch village was astir, where almost hidden by the trees of the orchards and quince hedges grown high, it stood beneath the bare rock-bound hills beyond Kambula. Tales from the Veld 2011-07-05T02:00:29.217Z The latter was astir, and he could easily make out a sea of plumed crests and painted countenances, even to the colour of the pennons floating from the lance-heads. Golden Face A Tale of the Wild West 2011-07-05T02:00:27.453Z She might tolerate his presence just this one evening, and on the morrow he could depart before any of the household were astir, even as he had done once before. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z He had made noise enough, and on his return to the enclosure he found all the party astir. The Golden Rock 2011-07-05T02:00:22.137Z Nearly two years had passed; it was the 2d of November, and all D�nninghausen was astir. A Noble Name or D?nninghausen 2011-07-04T02:00:22.783Z All the employees were at once astir and searching in every direction, but without success. The Warden of the Plains and Other Stories of Life in the Canadian North-west 2011-07-03T02:00:11.037Z Though it was still early, the road was astir with passengers; and many waggons and carts, laden with hay, straw, and vegetables, were passing. Auriol or, The Elixir of Life 2011-06-24T02:00:23.867Z For a few moments thus she stood, watching the shadows lightening upon the hills around, then, dressing hurriedly, she descended, intending to enjoy the early freshness before any one should be astir. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z As soon as daylight sprang upon them they were astir, and after a hasty, scanty meal they set out to round up the horses. The Sweep Winner 2011-06-24T02:00:21.067Z Owing, I suppose, to the lateness of my retiring, I was not very early astir, and when I reached the deck I made my way up to the bridge. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z Before sunrise the camp was astir, and Jake, bidding his friends good-bye, continued his journey after partaking of a hasty meal. The Warden of the Plains and Other Stories of Life in the Canadian North-west 2011-07-03T02:00:11.037Z Lucknow, like every other Indian city, is early astir. The Red Year A Story of the Indian Mutiny 2011-06-22T02:00:20.120Z With the first ray of dawn they were astir. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Early in the morning the town was astir. Chronicles of the Schonberg-Cotta Family 2011-06-17T02:00:18.293Z Next morning I was astir early, had had my breakfast, had paid my bill, and had seen my trunks on their way to the wharf, before a quarter to nine. The Kidnapped President 2011-06-23T02:00:29.120Z The morning sun rose bright and glorious; an hour later the camp was all astir, busy with the duties and occupations of the day. The Warden of the Plains and Other Stories of Life in the Canadian North-west 2011-07-03T02:00:11.037Z Still dumbly, he drew her to him; put back the hair from her face, every line of his own astir with a passion of pity and adoration she hardly dared to look upon. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z And he actually did sleep, and slept soundly, too, so that two hours later when the whole kraal was astir and in a commotion, he awoke quite refreshed. The Fire Trumpet A Romance of the Cape Frontier 2011-07-05T02:00:23.353Z Next morning the camp was astir at an early hour. The Pony Rider Boys in the Alkali or, Finding a Key to the Desert Maze 2011-06-15T02:00:19.437Z He awoke to find the flaming sun high in the brazen sky, and the camp at his feet astir with life. Between Sun and Sand A Tale of an African Desert 2011-06-15T02:00:16.390Z But, then, it was so early that not many even of the early-rising farmers were astir. Ruth Fielding In the Red Cross Doing Her Best For Uncle Sam 2011-06-14T02:00:23.757Z After getting to bed at midnight it could not be expected that the young people at Silver Ranch would be astir early on the morning following the fire scare. Ruth Fielding at Silver Ranch Schoolgirls Among Cowboys 2011-06-14T02:00:23.130Z In five minutes the house was astir from end to end. The Turn of the Tide The Story of How Margaret Solved Her Problem 2011-06-14T02:00:18.357Z Few people were astir and all traffic had ceased. If Any Man Sin 2011-06-12T02:00:05.887Z They had a cozy time drinking the hot coffee and munching crackers before the others were even astir. The Corner House Girls on a Tour Where they went, what they saw, and what they found 2011-05-31T02:00:33.267Z Yet, he was early astir, for time pressed, and there was still much to be done toward the accomplishment of his design. The Shooting of Dan McGrew, A Novel Based on the Famous Poem of Robert Service 2011-05-28T02:00:24.557Z Out popped night-capped heads, anxious voices cried, "Is it fire?" and in a moment the house was astir. Spinning-Wheel Stories 2011-05-28T02:00:23.707Z About five o'clock in the morning the camp was again astir and the business of the day was begun. Sawdust & Spangles Stories & Secrets of the Circus 2011-05-27T02:00:18.113Z But Martin was up ahead of him, and had slipped out of the building before any one else was astir. If Any Man Sin 2011-06-12T02:00:05.887Z Neale was astir first, and he built a fire and made coffee. The Corner House Girls on a Tour Where they went, what they saw, and what they found 2011-05-31T02:00:33.267Z The town was astir, and many looked after her as she passed; not kindly, but with the varying expressions she had of late begun to notice. The Lady of the Mount 2011-05-24T02:00:15.640Z But the next morning, when he heard his neighbor astir, he knocked gently at her door: there was no answer. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z Although still early, most of the inhabitants were astir, and the Englishmen had their first experience of the efficacy of their disguise. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z The miners were astir, and the confusion and bustle of a new day had already begun. If Any Man Sin 2011-06-12T02:00:05.887Z Many familiar faces were to be seen in the crowded court—familiar to you, my readers; for the local world was astir with interest and curiosity. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Not a Norman astir, I will be bond for it. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z I fancied that everything was astir and moving, everything was going in regular caravans to the summer villas. White Nights and Other Stories The Novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky, Volume X 2011-05-07T02:00:35.433Z Smoke was already beginning to issue from the hole in the roof that did duty for a chimney, showing that the inhabitants were early astir. The Winning of the Golden Spurs 2011-05-17T02:00:18.050Z The gold-seekers on the shore were astir at break of day. If Any Man Sin 2011-06-12T02:00:05.887Z The Place of the Hôtel-de-Ville was still astir when the newly elected members of the Commune assembled in the municipal council-hall. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z Hush! there are men astir in the camp. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z At four o'clock the bugle sounded reveille, and the camp was soon all astir. E.P. Roe: Reminiscences of his Life 2011-05-05T02:00:19.377Z Their bravest men took the field—the whole country was astir. Silent Struggles 2011-05-05T02:00:16.850Z The sun had not been up very long before the camp was astir. The Go Ahead Boys in the Island Camp 2011-04-27T02:00:26.377Z The populace were already astir, bent on keeping holiday, for a grand festival was about to be held in honour of Jupiter Optimus Maximus and his two associate divinities Juno and Minerva. Jovinian A Story of the Early Days of Papal Rome 2011-04-21T02:00:52.107Z It will be some time yet ere our enemies are astir, I dare say. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z There was no light, or anything, to show that human beings were astir. The Finger of Fate A Romance 2011-04-21T02:00:43.830Z But she was sleeping, dreaming, perhaps, of “the fir trees, grim and high,” and he dared not take the chance of discovery by remaining until the family were astir. The Bail Jumper 2011-04-16T02:00:19.103Z The sun had been up but a short time before the camp was astir. The Go Ahead Boys in the Island Camp 2011-04-27T02:00:26.377Z The old lodging house itself was all astir. The Motor Maids by Rose, Shamrock and Thistle 2011-04-14T02:00:48.987Z With the coming of daylight through the small windows facing the east Frank was astir; and, hearing him moving, first one, and then another of his chums began to yawn and stretch. The Outdoor Chums on a Houseboat 2011-04-13T02:00:14.140Z Then rings a bell—the hotel servants are now astir—and directs the letter to be dropped into the post-box. Gwen Wynn 2011-04-09T02:00:12.230Z I presume everyone has concluded to make up for the fearful lying awake and will not be astir for two hours at least. Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale 2011-04-05T02:00:12.720Z Everybody was astir, and Raleigh was aroused to his fullest energy in preparation to meet the hated foe. American Leaders and Heroes A preliminary text-book in United States History 2011-04-03T02:00:17.547Z It’s early yet, and I see no one abroad; still some of them may be astir inside? The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z His reasons for being so early astir are altogether different and twofold; though but one of them has he made known, and that only to Henry Tresillian. The Lost Mountain A Tale of Sonora 2011-03-23T02:00:19.250Z Inside the house, things are on a parallel; there only a scullery and kitchen maid astir. Gwen Wynn 2011-04-09T02:00:12.230Z The hour at which I was accustomed to enjoy this amusement was early in the morning, before any of the family were astir. Osceola the Seminole The Red Fawn of the Flower Land 2011-03-22T02:00:20.123Z Next morning they were astir early, ready for the stubborn work of another day. American Leaders and Heroes A preliminary text-book in United States History 2011-04-03T02:00:17.547Z On the day of the hawking party, his correspondence had fallen behind; and, to clear off the arrears, he was astir at a very early hour next morning, and busy before his writing table. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Early as are the white men astir, yet earlier are the red ones. The Lost Mountain A Tale of Sonora 2011-03-23T02:00:19.250Z Her tone was stern; all the outraged housekeeper was astir within her. The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains 2011-03-22T02:00:18.637Z The sap had scarcely begun to swell the forest buds when Vergennes, eight miles upstream, where the first fall bars navigation, was astir with the building of other craft for the Champlain navy. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z "The Darmouth is in!" spread like wildfire, and soon the streets were astir with people, Sunday though it was, in old Puritan Boston. American Leaders and Heroes A preliminary text-book in United States History 2011-04-03T02:00:17.547Z It had now got to be daylight; and the beautiful Betsey, who had been astir long before sunrise, was summoned to attend upon them. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The servants are up and astir; and—oh, God be thanked!—at length Prue's eyes are closed, and her head has fallen a little sideways on the pillow. Doctor Cupid 2011-03-13T03:00:23.987Z The whole town was astir, and Joscelyn’s guests lingered a few minutes on the veranda, questioning those who came and went. Joscelyn Cheshire A Story of Revolutionary Days in the Carolinas 2011-03-10T03:00:48.177Z All the world began to be astir, and yet Brown made no sign. Vermont A Study of Independence 2011-03-17T02:00:13.130Z Back of the gardens were more lawns, shaven close and dappled with tree shadows, then woods—Mrs. Janney's far acres—on this fine morning all shimmering and astir with a light, salt-tinged breeze. Miss Maitland Private Secretary 2011-03-08T03:00:39.100Z They were astir early in the morning, and rode round in a wide circle, looking for tracks or any signs of Sal. Settling Day 2011-03-08T03:00:36.623Z All the world seemed astir upon this bright September morning; and out of doors there was always just a chance of meeting him. The Doctor's Wife 2011-03-06T03:00:18.770Z I waylaid him, and remarked to him that he was very early astir, and I feared on no good intent. The Shepherd's Calendar Volume I (of II) 2011-03-05T03:00:28.153Z By this time the other occupants of the car were astir. Neighbours 2011-03-05T03:00:27.277Z From Athens to the Pacific the human mind was astir. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z Although it was early, the people were already astir, for a great day was before them. Settling Day 2011-03-08T03:00:36.623Z There they realized that the same thing which had happened to them had happened to all Pognębin, for the whole village was astir, and the road was obstructed by traffic. Tales by Polish Authors 2011-03-04T03:00:56.713Z We took our departure from the station at an early hour of the morning—before any of the household—except some of the domestics—were astir. Lost Lenore The Adventures of a Rolling Stone 2011-03-03T03:00:50.847Z Only the wind astir in the forest, only the rustle of the lush foliage. The Storm Centre 2011-03-01T03:00:39.427Z "It is an early hour to be astir," he says, awkwardly; then, finding she makes no response, he goes on, still more awkwardly. Mrs. Geoffrey 2011-02-27T03:00:29.460Z For almost a week Ernest kept the neighborhood astir counting his various new suits. Miss Theodora A West End Story 2011-02-26T03:00:48.940Z Almost the whole of the population was astir, discussing in the shrill rapid Lancashire dialect the totally unexpected visit of the aerial raider. Billy Barcroft, R.N.A.S. A story of the Great War 2011-02-24T03:01:02.917Z The victory of Kemal Pasha has broken the bonds of Asia and she is all astir with life. Freedom Through Disobedience 2011-02-23T03:00:32.987Z All earth was dead and waste and nothing, and the sky alive and coldly marvellous, signalling and astir. Marriage 2011-02-22T03:00:06.867Z In spite of his brief rest, if rest it was, Ferrars was astir before sunrise: but, even so, he found the doctor awake before him, and his horse in waiting at the side gate. The Last Stroke a detective story 2011-02-19T03:01:39.327Z He was wide awake, though, and, on finding something was astir not far off, uttered the usual query, “Who goes there?” Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z A local preacher—wandering from place to place, as my employers dictate—occasionally proceeding on my own route; for ever astir, and letting not the sun go down upon my idleness. Mattie:?A Stray (Vol 2 of 3) 2011-02-17T03:00:19.937Z If we succeeded in demolishing these Reformed Councils you will find the whole nation astir with life. Freedom Through Disobedience 2011-02-23T03:00:32.987Z As we passed through Sturry, we again pulled down the blinds, for the villagers were astir there. A Search For A Secret (Vol 2 of 3) A Novel 2011-02-15T03:00:18.213Z It was a quarter past seven; the whole city was astir. Mrs. Fitz 2011-02-14T03:00:38.317Z They met together in the verandah this fine, warm, balmy, dewy morning, while the world was pleasantly astir. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z Generally, when there was work astir on the frontier, messages came fast and frequent. Under a Charm, Vol. III. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:37.767Z I have the fond remembrance of my family astir over the preparation of the lunch on the day we go to see a play. A Japanese Boy 2011-02-14T03:00:37.363Z I do not, in truth, know what is going on at the Castle, but that something is astir there I have been forced to remark during the last few days. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z The birds alone were all wide awake and vividly astir. Oldfield A Kentucky Tale of the Last Century 2011-02-13T03:00:19.953Z The whole population of this territory was astir. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z The Ghetto was all astir, for it was half-past eight of a workaday morning. The Grandchildren of the Ghetto 2011-02-12T03:00:35.663Z The whole land is awake and astir, crying, "Welcome" to the flower-crowned spring, as she flies with winged feet over field, and brook, and upland. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z All Wilicza was astir, it being an occasion of one of those great hunting festivities which were wont to gather the whole neighbourhood together at the Castle. Under a Charm, Vol. II. (of III) A Novel 2011-02-14T03:00:34.173Z The quiet mountain-road, usually deserted save for an occasional wagon or a strolling pedestrian, was all astir with bustle and life. The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z The watch-fires began to glimmer, the cattle were settling in the kraals for the night, but the hamlet was still astir, and the dull beating of the great primitive drum went on. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z “It may be,” interposed Luis, “they are not astir yet: it is early.” The Guerilla Chief And other Tales 2011-02-10T03:00:53.627Z It is striking in the freshness and coolness and comparative quiet of early morning, when few are astir. Toronto of Old 2011-02-10T03:00:45.907Z Other similar scaffolds could be seen, on which no fires had been kindled,—from the fact, no doubt, that their occupants were not yet astir. Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops 2011-02-10T03:00:44.790Z The gentlemen sprang to their feet, and everything was astir; the loud talking pro and con brought all the other guests, Frau von Sarewski also making her appearance. 'Clear the Track' A Story of To-day 2011-02-09T03:00:49.283Z The heavens shone serene and clear, the sun careered in brightness along the hills, and the busy camp was soon astir. Jasper Lyle 2011-02-19T03:01:11.070Z Inside the house things are on a parallel; there only a scullery and kitchen maid astir. Gwen Wynn A Romance of the Wye 2011-02-09T03:00:45.007Z He had not gone into the orchard for nothing, and his cat-like movements told that he had suspicion of something astir under the cottonwood, and was stealing round by the creek to approach it unobserved. The Fatal Cord And The Falcon Rover 2011-02-09T03:00:44.167Z The Mundurucú set the fire freshly astir, and half a dozen piranhas were soon browned in the blaze and distributed among the party, who one and all endorsed the tapuyo, by pronouncing them a delicacy. Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops 2011-02-10T03:00:44.790Z The chimneys there were still smoking, the furnaces glowed, all the mighty forces of those restless activities were still astir, still toiled thousands of hands. 'Clear the Track' A Story of To-day 2011-02-09T03:00:49.283Z The bugle sounded at break of day and the whole camp was astir. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z Then rings a bell—the hotel servants are now astir—and directs the letter to be dropped into the post box. Gwen Wynn A Romance of the Wye 2011-02-09T03:00:45.007Z My niece and I were early astir and we decorated ourselves with the party colour. From Crow-Scaring to Westminster; an Autobiography 2011-02-06T03:01:01.497Z By daybreak they were astir upon their new craft; and after breakfast they set about moving it away from its moorings. Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops 2011-02-10T03:00:44.790Z Where, formerly, even at night, hundreds used to be astir, to-day only the inspectors remained, and they lay wrapt in slumber. 'Clear the Track' A Story of To-day 2011-02-09T03:00:49.283Z The order had been issued for the little column to be ready at nine o'clock sharp; and cold as it was the whole town was astir. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z It echoed from the citadel, and directly after the garrison was astir; lights appeared and vanished, and the red glare of torches fell upon the rocky declivities, where a search seemed in progress. Danira 2011-02-06T03:00:59.460Z It was hardly eight o'clock when the two men stepped out into the street together, but the rejoicing populace was astir already, and hurrying towards the new quarter of the Macao. Vestigia Vol. II. 2011-02-04T03:00:22.950Z I arrived at the house at eight o'clock, found, as I thought, no one astir, and was preparing to knock when I discovered the young lady diligently clipping roses from a hedge near the back. A Maid of the Kentucky Hills 2011-02-04T03:00:15.877Z "The whole house is astir, and old Katrin is so agitated that she ran away without answering me." Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Consequently, what interested one interested all, and the whole place was astir to witness the landing. In the Van; or, The Builders 2011-02-09T03:00:42.387Z Most of the residents who had been roused by the signal-gun were also astir to learn what had happened. Danira 2011-02-06T03:00:59.460Z I returned to my window and gazed curiously at the Klaus, and now that my eye was upon it I saw it was astir with restless life. Ghetto Tragedies 2011-01-27T03:00:46.507Z The light of a cloudless March morning pervaded the circumscribed landscape when the inmates of the cabin were astir again. A Hero of Ticonderoga 2011-01-27T03:00:45.450Z Yes, you are quite inaccessible to good sense," said Valentin, with a fleeting smile, "but as soon as flight is mentioned the soldier in you is astir, forcing you to stand your ground. Saint Michael A Romance 2011-01-31T03:00:12.470Z Next morning before anybody was astir I got the car with that maltreated mud guard to the shop. The Car That Went Abroad Motoring Through the Golden Age 2011-01-27T03:00:39.880Z They were astir early and, when the tide served, put off with as little ceremony as though they were going on a river picnic. His Unknown Wife 2011-01-27T03:00:38.763Z The camp was astir with the usual daylight activities. Spotted Deer 2011-01-25T03:00:24.283Z It was as quiet as the woods around it, and seemed more untenanted, for through them the songs of the thrushes were ringing in flute-like cadences, while here nothing was astir. A Hero of Ticonderoga 2011-01-27T03:00:45.450Z The house was early astir in the morning; and Deacon Farnham's long, low box-sleigh, drawn by his two big black horses, was at the door by the time they were through breakfast. Winter Fun 2011-01-25T03:00:22.297Z "No doubt, because the whole province is astir, and we have got our mates to help and back us." Success and How He Won It 2011-01-23T03:00:12.077Z Curtis’s imagination was still astir from his reading, and the presence of any other human being seemed an impertinence. The Delafield Affair 2011-01-19T03:00:21.497Z This brought the main contest on Sunday, July 21st, and before daylight on the morning of that eventful day, both armies were up and astir, each intending to take the initiative. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z His fellow prisoner was already astir; and without moving, Tournay lay and watched him at his toilet. Robert Tournay A Romance of the French Revolution 2011-01-06T03:00:50.873Z I was astir before daylight on the 6th. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Cape Town, that has been more than dull—that has been dismal for months, thinking and talking of nothing but bankruptcies—bankruptcies fraudulent, and bankruptcies unavoidable—was now all astir, full of life and motion. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z All the inhabitants of ——dorf were astir, and in the crowd our Englishman now recognised his fellow students. Tales of the Wonder Club, Volume II 2011-01-03T03:01:05.750Z He was fortunate enough to find the servants of Mr. Scott astir, and informing them that his message was of extreme public importance, he had it delivered to the Secretary in his chamber at once. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z On the following morning we were early astir; and as soon as breakfast was over, we went regularly to work with the birdlime. The Swiss Family Robinson or, Adventures on a Desert Island 2011-01-03T03:01:03.473Z The citizens of Hagerstown were astir,—some standing on the house-tops, listening to the increasing thunder of the cannonade, some in the church-steeples, others making haste to visit the field of battle. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Once more they traveled the silent, ghostly streets where only snarling curs were astir. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z "No one seems to be astir, but, for all that, one of El Capitan's sharpshooters may be lying in wait to shoot you down like a jaguar." Where Duty Called or, In Honor Bound 2011-01-01T03:00:22.753Z In a little while, the prison was astir. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z They had not shaken off the lethargy of the night, and their mental processes were not yet astir. The Boss of Wind River 2010-12-30T03:00:28.770Z Through the open window, he gazed into the immense, cool night, all astir with indistinct sounds. 813 2010-12-28T03:00:13.553Z Few people were astir; dogs prowled in the lurking shadows. Caravans By Night A Romance of India 2011-01-03T03:01:02.370Z It was a beautiful morning, that which followed, and our friends were astir early. Where Duty Called or, In Honor Bound 2011-01-01T03:00:22.753Z On the following morning Webster was up and astir at an early hour. The Spy of the Rebellion Being a True History of the Spy System of the United States Army during the Late Rebellion, 2011-01-17T03:00:42.913Z Nobody could be astir, she told herself, at such a dark hour. The Girls of Central High on Track and Field The Champions of the School League 2010-12-27T03:00:15.633Z At last, when the house began to be astir, he went back to Bruno, who was looking for him impatiently. Problematic Characters A Novel 2010-12-26T03:00:15.780Z When the morning broke, the slumberers were astir. The Frontier Angel A Romance of Kentucky Rangers' Life 2010-12-20T17:12:29.603Z The Indians were already astir, packing up their weapons and cooking-utensils, and showing generally that this was the most energetic period of the day with them. Adventures Among the Red Indians Romantic Incidents and Perils Amongst the Indians of North and South America 2010-12-20T17:12:20.420Z At seven in the morning every man is astir and at work, whether he be millionaire or poor clerk. Jonathan and His Continent Rambles Through American Society 2010-12-20T17:12:16.420Z The township was well astir by this time. The Pioneers 2010-12-20T17:12:11.787Z With what croonings, what flutterings, had it not once been astir! The Tower of Oblivion 2010-12-20T17:11:53.787Z Birds were singing and flitting from limb to limb, the water sparkled upon the grass and twigs, and by the time it was fairly light, the whole village was astir. The Frontier Angel A Romance of Kentucky Rangers' Life 2010-12-20T17:12:29.603Z Next morning, by break of day, our yägers were astir, and the first object upon which they rested their eyes was the river. The Young Yagers A Narrative of Hunting Adventures in Southern Africa 2010-12-20T17:11:52.020Z But he, like his father, also knows well that a genuine libertarian impulse is astir in America. Rand and Ron 2010-05-27T08:10:00Z With the returning sun and vanishing snow, animal life was once more astir, and a short season of trapping was again entered upon, and mingled with that a few days more of gum-gathering. The Girl From Tim's Place We were all astir, and it was the first casualty we had had to deal with. With our Fighting Men The story of their faith, courage, endurance in the Great War Instead of going to bed, I went down in the cool of the young morning, when only the birds were astir, and took my bath in Stella’s pool. The Idyl of Twin Fires "I fear your rest has been broken by my impatience," said the minister; "but, as I was anxious to see you before your comrades were astir, it was not easy to do otherwise." Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 15 The valley became wider at this point and several hamlets and farms were to be seen; it therefore behoved us to get under cover as quickly as possible, since the peasants are very early astir. A Kut Prisoner It gave the feeling that he was a mere boy, and with buoyant sensations astir in him, life had begun over again. The Sentimental Adventures of Jimmy Bulstrode With the fishing trip in their minds, all were astir early the next morning. Ruth Fielding at Lighthouse Point Nita, the Girl Castaway But when the vigorous and successful raid of Scaly was seen by the clear light of the moon, the Brownies were all astir on lake and shore. Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies The birds were astir in the hedges and shrubbery. The Wonderful Visit The men in the bivouac, at Cold Spring, were astir as soon as the daylight began to come the next morning. The Red Mustang But more—he realised that the missing part of her was now astir, touched into life by another, and a younger, man. The Wave An Egyptian Aftermath The boys did not seem to be astir at all. Ruth Fielding at Lighthouse Point Nita, the Girl Castaway He placed it before his customer, and then said, "You're early astir, sir." The Gay Adventure A Romance At mid-day the village was all astir; about two o'clock the procession was arranged, and began its march along the old high road which led from the village to the baths. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. The camp in the chaparral at Cold Spring was astir before daylight that next morning. The Red Mustang They were astir at once, and called to Royce to wait for them; but he was already gone. Rodman the Keeper Southern Sketches Soon after dawn the next morning the whole camp was astir, and after a hurried meal everybody got ready for the day's business. Ti-Ti-Pu A Boy of Red River Hardly had it come to the ears of the three towns that Ezrielk was seeking a Parnosseh when they were all astir. Yiddish Tales Since the Revolution of 1905 the women of the provinces have been astir. The Modern Woman's Rights Movement A Historical Survey Early in the morning, the different regiments were all astir, preparing for the coming battle. My First Campaign But early as it was they found the little town all astir. The Girl Aviators and the Phantom Airship This is going to be an exciting election, the ultramontanes are astir, and it will be necessary for me to step in authoritatively now and then to decide a vote. The Progressionists, and Angela. The dull old precincts of Downing Street were more than usually astir. The Fortunes Of Glencore Then, with the instinct of senses newly and sharply astir, she became conscious that Gore was watching her. The Gambler A Novel At last he reached the long straggling suburb, with its interminable streets of wretched hovels; but even here none were yet astir, and not a light was seen to glimmer. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) For a brief space the house seemed astir. Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) The hubbub of the election is astir through all the streets and thoroughfares. The Progressionists, and Angela. Trent-Bridge is astir with a fever of fidgets, the Tykes are all hurry, and worry, and flurry, Old Trafford is all upon thorns, and, by Jove, what excitement there is at the Oval in Surrey! Punch, or the London Charivari. Volume 93. August 27, 1887 The summer dies more gently there, The April flowers are earlier,— The first warm rain-wind from the Sound Sets all their eager hearts astir. Later Poems The day of the great masquerade arrived; and, from an early hour, the whole household was astir in preparing for the occasion. Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) By daylight the camp was astir; but Glen was the first to roll out of his blankets, and he had been down to the creek for a plunge in its cool waters before breakfast-time. Campmates A Story of the Plains When he arrived in Roxbury he found everybody and everything astir. The Only Woman in the Town And Other Tales of the American Revolution Then, in 1896, the cove was once more astir with boats and the shore populous with toilers. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day Horace, ascending the stairs cautiously, before the household is astir, opens the room where last he had seen Ruth, and comes gently in. Faith and Unfaith Next day I was early astir, and before luncheon had covered many miles on the motor-cycle. Spies of the Kaiser Plotting the Downfall of England All the children were astir before six in the morning. The White Queen of Okoyong A True Story of Adventure Heroism and Faith We were astir early the next morning and before the sun was up we were all ready to start out on the second division of our journey. The Frontier Boys in the Grand Canyon A Search for Treasure The household was still astir and the servants not yet all abed. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel As we approached all was astir upon the crests near the Cemetery, and the work of preparation was speedily going on. The Battle of Gettysburg Before the house was astir he was out of doors exploring the land. The Truth About Tristrem Varick A Novel But I was astir in the morning no earlier than Malgares, who betrayed the liveliest apprehension over his coming interview with the Commandant-General. A Volunteer with Pike The True Narrative of One Dr. John Robinson and of His Love for the Fair Señorita Vallois It was an exceedingly wet world that at last emerged, bright and glistening, after the deluge, but Kit Bundy was early astir and down on the shore to see what havoc the tempest had made. Harper's Round Table, May 28, 1895 Vaguely she wondered who was astir in the small hostelry. The Laughing Cavalier The Story of the Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel Life is astir, too, in the brown twigs of the Hazel bushes. Trees and Shrubs for English Gardens All about her the grounds of the sanitarium were astir with its customary crowd of early-summer-afternoon patients. Leerie A slow tap at the kitchen-door showed that one individual at least was astir. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. 9 Next morning his camp was astir at five o'clock—as was proper considering the strenuous programme he had outlined. Camp and Trail Taking a towel, he slipped out noiselessly through the house where no one was yet astir, and finding a little bathhouse open below the garden, was soon stripped, and, wading out, began to swim. The Red City A Novel of the Second Administration of President Washington It was rather late when he clattered into Komgha, but, late as it was, quite a number of men were astir. Harley Greenoak's Charge The next morning the Cossack lines were early astir, and horses and men were fully ready to set out when two officers came towards them, one dressed as a Cossack, and leading his horse. A Gallant Grenadier A Tale of the Crimean War It was surely time to be astir, for at this time of night peaceful Africans or weak parties seldom venture out of their villages. My Kalulu, Prince, King and Slave A Story of Central Africa Outside, in the starlight, the whole town was astir. A Veldt Official A Novel of Circumstance Such a thing to happen in the dead midnight, with not a soul but himself astir. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt About three o’clock in the morning finds them astir.” With Rifle and Bayonet A Story of the Boer War The sky was just paling in the east, and already the world was astir in this remote wilderness. Tales of South Africa It was James Langdon’s voice, coming from close at hand, for the news that some one was astir had been sent to him and he had followed. With Wolseley to Kumasi A Tale of the First Ashanti War Soon after dawn the whole party was astir, and the defenders of the cave were quickly at their several posts, whilst Kenyon and Grenville again carefully looked over their plan of attack. Zero the Slaver A Romance of Equatorial Africa It was early yet, but the household was astir—seemed to have been for some time. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt The morning came, bright, warm, and glorious, as usual, and the little camp was early astir. The Ruined Cities of Zululand The convent bell rang, and the great house was all astir. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine Except those who were to constitute the patrol, scarcely anybody was astir in the camp of the Kaffrarian Rangers that dark, rainy morning. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War Not even a dog was astir, which might be accounted for by the fact that there were but few in the place, and they probably away on the farther side. In the Whirl of the Rising At dawn the village wherein men and women lived was astir, and at sunrise the gates were opened. My Dark Companions And Their Strange Stories But Muck-otey-pokee was always early astir; and if for no other reason, because the dogs which thronged the settlement would allow no quiet after daybreak. The Sun Maid A Story of Fort Dearborn No one was yet astir; they had not yet been seen. Daughter of the Night In keeping with his habitual and untiring energy, which caused his followers often to wonder when he ever did sleep, he had been up and astir long before any of them. 'Tween Snow and Fire A Tale of the Last Kafir War Somehow, I stumbled up here, and you tell me the little village is astir.” The Intriguers They were astir watching the progress of the distant flames. The Auto Boys' Mystery I have been astir since sunrise, and find but seven, counting you and I as two. The Minute Boys of Boston After that the message itself and its new moral content set the soul of the prophet astir. Jewish Theology Thus musing, I reached the inn, where, though the hour was a late one, the household was all active and astir. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance The third is the door to the staircase; the cook has the key under her pillow, and she sleeps so soundly, and the whole house is astir before she moves. Black Diamonds "I was astir a full hour before daybreak, attending to the work set me, else I would not be here thus early, ready to make the venture as agreed upon." The Minute Boys of York Town In an instant the night was astir, the air forked with wings. The Three Mulla-mulgars Likely enough no one would be willingly astir. A Frontier Mystery The burgher camp was astir, roused by no bugle call or roll of drum; opening the day by no parade of flashing accoutrements or inspection of arms. Aletta A Tale of the Boer Invasion Though no lightest breath was astir far down on the lake surface and not a tree-top swayed in the forest, up here where the eagle was soaring streamed a viewless and soundless wind. The Haunters of the Silences A Book of Animal Life The camp was astir at daybreak; coffee, bacon, and beans formed the breakfast, followed by quick dish-washing and packing. My First Summer in the Sierra Day had barely dawned on Monday morning when the Chicago officers were astir. The Crime of the Century or, The Assassination of Dr. Patrick Henry Cronin The house was all astir; and Ivo took a weeping farewell of his brothers and sisters. Black Forest Village Stories And the whole ocean looks as if it were astir from the very bottom. What Happened to Inger Johanne As Told by Herself On Saturday the whole place was astir with the returning girls, and the merry chatter pervaded every corner and room. Helen Grant's Schooldays The brown-skinned men, women, and children were astir like a swarm of ants. The Scarlet Banner Shivering with cold, he stole along the village street and hid himself in the bishop's grounds until he should see some one astir in the house. The Mountain Girl Once more, late in the night, the whole house was astir on account of the heifer: she was calving. Black Forest Village Stories It is true, that all Paris was astir at daybreak; that a sense of national vengeance seemed to pervade the vast masses that filled the streets, which now were scenes of the most exciting emotion. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune Suddenly the sound of voices shouting a species of Dutch tune—-for so its unspeakable words, and wooden turns, bespoke it—apprised me, that we were near a house where the people were yet astir. Arthur O'Leary His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands In the morning, before many of the other boarders were astir, the two girls caught the oily professor just starting off with a handbag. The Girls of Hillcrest Farm The Secret of the Rocks It was a busy season; the house-wife was kept astir early and late to give directions, and superintending all these things. Reminiscences The Story of an Emigrant For at that moment there was astir within her, violent and dominant, the impulse that is mightier than motherhood itself—the impulse of creation. The Torch Bearer On the Saturday, the Emperor was astir betimes, and went to the camp occupied by the troops under the command of Marshal Baraguey-d'Hilliers. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections It was plain that some of the house servants were already astir, but Sally kept out of sight as best she could. Maid Sally Here, as the night drew on, the sound of many voices came to them, as if the dead had risen and were astir on the blood-stained field. Historic Tales, Vol 14 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Long before sunrise hunters were astir in the mountains. The Story of the Trapper With the first dawn of light, messengers set out in all directions for assistance, and soon the woods were astir with searching parties. The Indian Captive A narrative of the adventures and sufferings of Matthew Brayton in his thirty-four years of captivity among the Indians of north-western America In the dawn I was listening to hear him astir. A House-Party Don Gesualdo and A Rainy June At the first blush of morn, the encampment was astir. Los Gringos Or, An Inside View of Mexico and California, with Wanderings in Peru, Chili, and Polynesia Ere long the boats will be in and the town astir. Jan Vedder's Wife For the season of their nesting was hardly over, and all the moorland was astir with their plaintive notes. The Men of the Moss-Hags Being a history of adventure taken from the papers of William Gordon of Earlstoun in Galloway Early in the morning the camp was astir and breakfast disposed of, horses were saddled and the party under way. The Vision of Elijah Berl The camp of Dusty Star's people was feverishly astir. Dusty Star At last the uniform and the arms were provided, and one morning very early, before the household was astir, Ahmed was cautiously let out of the house by the khansaman. Barclay of the Guides Next day the two girls were astir at six o'clock. Loyal to the School Her life had many a hope and aim, Duties enough and little cares, And now was quiet and now astir, 289 until God’s hand beckoned her into His school of affliction. Christine A Fife Fisher Girl By this time the sun was up, and the wharf was beginning to be astir with people. Frontier Boys in the South Seas He thought it came from the lake, and he flung open his window and listened, but all was calm and still, the very faintest night air was astir, and not even the leaves moved. A Rent In A Cloud I was early astir,—waking with a sudden start. Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas It was evident that the inmates were astir. The Boy Scouts in A Trapper's Camp The hula-trees shimmered in the blaze of sun and the thorn-bush was gray and lifeless and the only things astir were three stilt-birds walking gravely a quarter of a mile away. The World That Couldn't Be The night was hot and little air astir. Frontier Boys in the South Seas The bridge is astir with the change of the watch. Merchantmen-at-arms : the British merchants' service in the war Long before the appearance of the sun all the camp is astir; bedding is rolled and packed away ready for transportation. With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 1 "Ah! my countryman,—so early astir?" said he, saluting me courteously. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II So," thought I, "there is, then, something astir after all. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I At peep-of-day, on the morning of September 18th, the camp was astir. Our Battery The Journal of Company B, 1st O.V.A. The merchants had also retired betimes, and were early astir. Henry of Ofterdingen: A Romance. She believed nobody would be astir in the great house. Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure We were astir early; I seemed to have just fallen asleep when Mishka roused me and announced that breakfast was waiting, and the horses ready. The Red Symbol Turks keep early hours, and but few people were astir in the streets when we entered, and after our wanderings had continued but a short time scarcely a soul was to be seen. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 Early on the morning of June 24th all were astir, and busily engaged in preparing to march. Our Battery The Journal of Company B, 1st O.V.A. It was so early in the cool morning that nobody was astir but some shy birds, that had come in the stillness of dawn to pick and flutter in the short grass. Strangers and Wayfarers The watchman on the tower, heralding the day, has sounded his horn, and soon all the castle is astir. Of Six Mediæval Women To Which Is Added A Note on Mediæval Gardens So away, get ready, lad, set out as quick as thee can—few are astir yet. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 11 It is inhabited by a widow, who once was the happiest of wives, and lived far down the glen, where it is richly cultivated, in a house astir with many children. Recreations of Christopher North, Volume I (of 2) When he awoke, the flaming radiance in the eastern sky indicated another sultry day; but at this early hour there was a dewy freshness in the air, and all nature was astir and joyous. Crestlands A Centennial Story of Cane Ridge Save the bird-world—always abroad early—no living thing seemed astir, and the silence that reigned was broken only by the distance-softened bleating of Stanley’s pet lamb. Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part The forests are astir with wild, furred life; the fierce life which emphasizes the solitude of the mountain world. In the Brooding Wild The book therefore creates a sensation, the censor is astir, hurried consultation takes place, his Majesty himself is roused; but all this too late; the living book can no longer be strangled. Lectures on Russian Literature Pushkin, Gogol, Turgenef, Tolstoy Fifty years and more are gone—and this is the Twelfth of August Eighteen hundred and twenty-eight; and all the Highland mountains have since dawn been astir, and thundering to the impetuous sportsmen's joys! Recreations of Christopher North, Volume I (of 2) As soon as it was light enough to see to move advantageously the little army was again astir; but its movements were yet as silent as the grave. The Battle of the Big Hole A History of General Gibbon's Engagement with Nez Percés Indians in the Big Hole Valley, Montana, August 9th, 1877. There was not a breath of air astir. Doubloons—and the Girl At the Cole farmhouse every one was astir. Peggy Raymond's Vacation or Friendly Terrace Transplanted The next morning he was astir at day-break, and without casting a glance at his sleeping companion he went softly down the stairs and laid his payment on the kitchen table. A Little Hero Early astir, we had the lee anchor at the bows before dawn broke. The Brassbounder A Tale of the Sea At the Crow's Nest they had been early astir. Ditte: Girl Alive! French people are early risers, but the visitors to Calais that morning were astir at an hour when most of the hotel staff were still sound asleep. Cynthia's Chauffeur Before they had exhausted the fascinating theme there were sounds overhead 311 which told that the late sleepers were at last astir. Peggy Raymond's Vacation or Friendly Terrace Transplanted There were faint signs of one or two servants being astir, but in the old South that was always so. John March, Southerner She awoke; the woodlark was singing in the near copse—the little birds were astir, and rustling in their leafy nests. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 2, No. 8, January, 1851 The elements on the morning after our arrival being in all respects favorable, the great household was early astir. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 In this town of Aix, made up of judges, priests, and the world of fashion, a thing unforeseen occurred: a whole people suddenly rose, a violent popular movement was astir. La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages Conversations were carried on across the street in a fashion that might have been annoying if everybody along the Terrace had not been astir to see the girls off. Peggy Raymond's Vacation or Friendly Terrace Transplanted She hurried on, for she knew by the smoke rising from the house chimney and the bustle of sound from the barnyard that the farmer and his family were astir. Wyn's Camping Days or, The Outing of the Go-Ahead Club Notwithstanding this, they were astir upon the following morning before daybreak, busied in making preparations for their journey. The Boy Slaves Penn reconnoitred carefully, and, perceiving no one astir about the premises, advanced towards the door. Cudjo's Cave The superincumbent waters had parted asunder, and the children of the deep were all astir. Mad Shepherds and Other Human Studies Next morning, with the other horses astir, and with the men moving in and out of the shack, he saw his master coming toward him. Bred of the Desert A Horse and a Romance The whole camp is astir,” said Mrs. Havel, and Wyn was fully dressed when the other girls came back. Wyn's Camping Days or, The Outing of the Go-Ahead Club But, before the day broke, the army was astir; the bugles sounded the reveille on all sides, and the long lines began to form. History of Morgan's Cavalry It was just past breakfast time, but the business world of Denver, Colorado, and the "great West" is astir at an hour which would appear unusual in England. The House by the Lock It is true that all Paris was astir at daybreak; that a sense of national vengeance seemed to pervade the vast masses that filled the streets, which now were scenes of the most exciting emotion. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 2, July, 1850. The apothecaries’ doors were open, and their clerks were astir. Stories by American Authors, Volume 8 A storm of bullets swept his lodges, before his people were astir. Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women The whole army was then astir, and forming to march to attack the enemy who lay at Pittsburg Landing on the southern bank of the Tennessee some twenty miles from Corinth. History of Morgan's Cavalry The village would be astir early, eager for the sport. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters Other schemes, deeper, treacherous, secret, seemed menaced, and his conscience, or that endowment to quake with the fear of requital that answers for conscience in some ill-developed souls, was set astir. The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories On the morning of March 25th, I know not why, our camp was astir earlier than usual. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House McFann was astir at dawn, and there was determination in every move as he brought in the horses and began to break camp. Mystery Ranch Two hours before daybreak the camp was astir, and Brian gathered his lieutenants to arrange the attack. Nuala O'Malley This beautiful morning of August 16 everybody was astir unusually early. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters She broke forth abruptly, her cheeks flushing, her eyes brave and bright, the subject nearest her heart on her lips, in the sudden influx of courage set astir by the mere contemplation of it. The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories The sun had scarcely made its appearance above the horizon the following day when the inmates of the cave were astir. The Go Ahead Boys and the Treasure Cave When they finally drew up before the Freehold meeting-house it was obvious to the least heedful that something unusual was astir. Peggy Owen and Liberty Two hours before dawn, both camps were astir. The Wilderness Trail When, early in a morning several days afterward, Trapper Hugh opened his tired eyes and gazed weakly around him, he saw nothing astir except the birds and rabbits. Boys' Book of Frontier Fighters But she felt that something important was astir in the Church Street house, as a child realizes vaguely such movements outside its own sphere. Clark's Field Bice went out very early in the morning before any one was astir, to take needful exercise in the park, and gather early primroses and the catkins that hung upon the trees. Sir Tom Landor would often be seen astir in the early dawn, sitting under the olive trees in the garden, writing Latin verses. The Brownings Their Life and Art The house was not yet astir; only the Ildegonda sweeping out the kitchen, and old Achille out in the garden picking early insects off his plants. Aurora the Magnificent The whole house was awake and astir with their coming. The Unknown Quantity A Book of Romance and Some Half-Told Tales The port officials were astir and accommodatingly looked us over without loss of time, for the skipper had mentioned our wish to leave whenever the spirit moved us. Wings of the Wind |
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