Here is precisely the same image, in very nearly the same words.
Scott.—I have altered the expression, but made a note, which, I think, will vindicate my retaining the simile.
Stanza XIII.—"As their own Ocean-rocks hold stance."
John.—I do not know such an English word as stance.
Scott.—Then we'll make it one for the nance.
Ibid.—"And newer standards fly."
James.—I don't like newer.
Scott.—"And other standards fly."
Ibid.—"Or can thy memory fail to quote,
Heard to thy cost the vengeful note."
James.—Would to God you would alter this quote!