...the miracle of his restoration; but now the sense of his loneliness on his return to power, crushed his vigor of will. He who had been most imperative in command knew not how to resolve. Once, at Grafton 's earnest solicitation, Charles Townshend was permitted to attend a consultation on European alliances. The next day Chatham, with the cheerful consent of the King, retreated to Bath; but its sprin...