James Thomson:
(Ednam, Roxburghshire, 11 September 1700 – Richmond upon Thames, 27 August 1748).
Scottish poet, playwright and prose writer.
Thomson is best known for his poetic work, particularly his cycle of poems about the seasons, which would eventually be published in 1730 under the title The Seasons, and his long poem The Castle of Indolence. He also wrote the lyrics of the still-popular patriotic song Rule, Britannia!, which was set to music by Thomas Arne in 1740.
Among the changing months, May stands confest the sweetest, and in fairest colors dressed.
