Hans of Iceland Preface to the Second Edition

In which the author, with a blend of earnest humility and gentle satire, reflects upon the vexations and absurdities encountered in the printing and reception of his work, giving a candid account of the painstaking corrections made in this renewed edition. With wit and a tender affection for his creation, he muses on the trials of literary fame and the curious counsel of friends and critics, setting the stage for the narrative to unfold.