Into the wondrous flood, from which, as one
Re-entered, still another rose.
His numerous comparisons conjure up whole scenes, perfect in truth to Nature, and shewing a keen and widely ranging eye. For example:
Bellowing, there groaned
A noise, as of a sea in tempest torn
By warring winds.
(Inferno.)
O'er better waves to steer her rapid course
The light bark of my genius lifts the sail,
Well pleased to leave so cruel sea behind.