Old Letters. Last published in 1878. Of all the
London Lyrics this is the most obviously reminiscent of Praed: and as such it is rejected by Locker’s final judgment. It belongs evidently to the period when “I once tried to write like Praed.”
Susannah. Last published (as “Susan”) in 1872: omitted in 1868. The first verse, slightly altered, serves as “motto” for the serious poem, “Her quiet resting-place is far away,” which is in some of the later editions.
My Firstborn. Last published in 1878, omitted in 1868.
The Widow’s Mite. Last published in 1893. In the final form of the poem the pun is (characteristically) dropped.
St George’s. Last published in 1878: omitted in 1868.
Seven Dials. Last published in 1862.
Miss Edith. Not again published.
Gretna Green. Subsequently under the title “Vae Victis”: last published in 1870.
The Four Seasons. Not again published.