Fordham--Dec. 24. 46.Dear Duyckinck,
You remember showing me about a year ago, at your house, some English stanzas--by a lady I think--from the rhythm of which Longfellow had imitated the rhythm of the Proem to his "Waif." I wish very much to see the poem--do you think you could loan me the book, or (which will answer as well) give me the title of the book in full, and copy me the z first stanzas? I will be greatly obliged if you can.
I am much in need, also, of Gilfillan's "Sketches of Modern Literature"--2 vols--published by Appleton. If you could loan me the work (or the vol. containing the sketch of Emerson) I would take it as a great favor.
I am taking great care of your Irving & Arcturus--but, unless you need them, I should like to keep them some time longer--as I have to make constant reference to them.
Truly yours
E A Poe
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