Alexander Smith:
(1829/30–1867).
Scottish poet and essayist, associated with the Spasmodic School of poets known for their intense imagery and metrical variation. He published poetry collections like “City Poems,” a Northumbrian epic poem “Edwin of Deira,” and prose works such as “Dreamthorp” and “A Summer in Skye.” He died young at 37 and was also known for editing editions of Burns’ works.
In the entire circle of the year, there are no days so delightful as those of a fine October.
In the entire circle of the year, there are no days so delightful as those of a fine October.
