Robert Blair, a renowned British poet, was born on April 17, 1699, and died on February 4, 1746. His poetry is known for its religious themes and emotional expression.
Source: The Poetical Works of Robert Blair: Containing The Grave, Etc., to which is Prefixed, A Life of the Author, by Robert Anderson, Accompanied by Prints, Designed and Engraved by W. Gardiner