To me, the sound of Mr. Bertram is so cold and nothing-meaning, so entirely without warmth or character! It just stands for a gentleman, and that's all. But there is nobleness in the name of Edmund. It is a name of heroism and renown; of kings, princes, and knights; and seems to breathe the spirit of chivalry and warm affections..
... exactly." And of course, we don't know what Edmund Haley's reaction was, but I paraphrase, ...
... scientist, Sir Isaac Newton. Well, Edmund Haley asked Newton, "What do you make of this ...