Open fireplaces are very healthful because the air which is driven out is impure, while the air which rushes in is fresh and brings oxygen to the human being. 伯莎M.克拉克.科学通论.
But open fireplaces, while pleasant to look at, are not efficient for either heating or cooking. 伯莎M.克拉克.科学通论.
Here, Kitty, come and look at my plan; I shall think I am a great architect, if I have not got incompatible stairs and fireplaces. 乔治·艾略特.米德尔马契.