Fletcher was somewhat nervous, and the weird character of the poem probably increased this feeling, and made him very uncomfortable.

He summoned up courage enough, however, to go on, though his voice shook a little.

He was permitted to go on without interruption to the end.

Those who are familiar with the poem, know that it becomes more and more wild and weird as it draws to the conclusion.

This, with his gloomy surroundings, had its effect upon the mind of Fletcher.