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We consider Nationalists as dreamers, for “Looking Backward” and all similar Utopias are but dreams to our practical people; but such dreams are a mirage, which could not appear in the sky unless as a reflection of a former reality somewhere on earth. Mr. Bellamy would be insane, indeed, did he conclude.tlmt even the main features of his plan will be adopted, or that the world can grow up on the basis of a book. The growth must be natural, but the forecast of that growth can be either hopeful or disheartening. “You will get well,” says Dr. Bellamy, and the world opens its heart to the good and gentle tidings.