LIV + 

I’ve thought well o’er the general plan, + 

The hero’s name too in advance, + 

Meantime I’ll finish whilst I can + 

Canto the First of this romance. + 

I’ve scanned it with a jealous eye, + 

Discovered much absurdity, + 

But will not modify a tittle⁠— + 

I owe the censorship a little. + 

For journalistic deglutition + 

I yield the fruit of work severe. + 

Go, on the Neva’s bank appear, + 

My very latest composition! + 

Enjoy the meed which Fame bestows⁠— + 

Misunderstanding, words and blows. + 