“This world has suns, but they are overcast;This world has sweets, but they're of ling'ring bloom;Life still expects, and empty falls at last;Warm Hope on tiptoe drops into the tomb.”
Quote by John Clare
Work
The Village Minstrel, and Other Poems
This volume compiles a selection of poems that delve into a range of subjects, including nature, love, and human experiences. more
Author
John Clare
John Clare, born on July 13, 1793, in England, was a renowned British Romantic poet. His poetry is known for its profound depiction of nature and its sympathy for the lives of farmers. more
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