Toland, M. B. M. (Mary Bertha McKenzie), 1825?-1895 · [Philadelphia] J.B. Lippincott co. · leaf 46
the Nereids appeared one morn Arrayed in mantles of fair sprays of mist,Their ruddy shoulders lightly to adorn. Atlinas hand devotedly they kissed,And signalled galleys, coming near the shore Upon the oceans brightly beaming breastSo near the isle, a voice in clear command Cried, Lower sails ! Drop… … VII. Enthroned in regal state the youthful queen Awaited the approach of strangers grand,Enrobed most gorgeously, as if to wean Her thoughts from all except a queens command ;Yet flitting blushes warmed the cold repose Of stately dignity. Her scarf confinedBy opal stars, their tints like fair…
Atlantis (Legendary place)
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