But while he was seeking with thimbles and care,

⁠A Bandersnatch swiftly drew nigh

And grabbed at the Banker, who shrieked in despair,

⁠For he knew it was useless to fly.

He offered large discount—he offered a check

⁠(Drawn "to bearer") for seven-pounds-ten:

But the Bandersnatch merely extended its neck

⁠And grabbed at the Banker again.

Without rest or pause—while those frumious jaws

⁠Went savagely snapping around—

He skipped and he hopped, and he floundered and flopped,

⁠Till fainting he fell to the ground.