Of Arthur,—who, to upper light restored,

With that terrific sword[AE]

Which yet he brandishes for future war,[51]

Shall lift his country's fame above the polar star!

What wonder, then, if in such[52] ample field

Of old tradition, one particular flower

Doth seemingly in vain its fragrance yield,

And bloom unnoticed even to this late hour?

Now, gentle Muses, your assistance grant,

While I this flower transplant