[ 1]The idea that this moral and exciting tale appeared originally in the Atlantic Monthly, is scornfully repelled by the Editor of this work.
[ 2]Excepting Mr. Bayard Taylor, no ordinary traveler ever excited so much wild affection in the breasts of foreign kings and noblemen as this gentleman.
[ 3]Persons who despise Europe may remember, that, "The 290," (supposed to mean, from 290 British Merchants) was the original name of the rebel pirate "Alabama."
[ 4]It is hardly necessary to state that this sword, "Escalibar," is probably identical with the invincible blade, of the same name, presented to King Arthur by the Lady of the Lake.
[ 5]The measure of this striking poem is Owenmeredithyrambic.