But the principal failing occurred in the sailing,

⁠And the Bellman, perplexed and distressed,

Said he had hoped, at least, when the wind blew due East,

⁠That the ship would not travel due West!

But the danger was past—they had landed at last,

⁠With their boxes, portmanteaus, and bags:

Yet at first sight the crew were not pleased with the view,

⁠Which consisted of chasms and crags.

The Bellman perceived that their spirits were low,

⁠And repeated in musical tone