To the RIGHT HONOURABLE

HENRY

EARL of PEMBROKE, etc. etc.

RIGHT HONOURABLE,

In a family that has, throughout history, been a notable friend to the Muses Muses: The nine Greek goddesses of inspiration in literature, science, and the arts; often used to represent the creative arts and scholarship., I consider myself fortunate to have a personal connection. To you, my Lord, this dedication is passed down by hereditary right. Through your father’s sponsorship original: auspices; meaning protection or support. and encouragement, I began and continued this work. He was always pleased to view my humble original: mean; here meaning modest or of low status, rather than unkind. efforts with favor, and to assist me from the inexhaustible wealth of his own knowledge in all kinds of ancient