James.—Mr. Erskine contends that intermitted is redundant.
Scott.—‘Nor ceased the storm of shell and shot.’
Stanza XII.—‘Nor was one forward footstep stopped.’
James.—This staggering word was intended, I presume, but I don’t like it.
Scott.—Granted. Read staid, &c.
Stanza XV.—‘Wrung forth by pride, regret, and shame.’
James.—I have ventured to submit to your choice—
‘Wrung forth by pride, and rage, and shame.’
Regret appearing a faint epithet amidst such a combination of bitter feelings.
Scott.—Granted.