The following episode gives us an insight into the fervour of soul with which this task was undertaken.

At this point a well-aimed cushion put an end to the fervour of the new child of light.

"My consent and support I most willingly bestow," said the Count, with a fervour that left no doubt of his sincerity.

And the girls were hardly able to restrain a burst of laughter at the fervour of her voice and manner.