George Crabbe
George Crabbe
George Crabbewas an English poet, surgeon, and clergyman. He is best known for his early use of the realistic narrative form and his descriptions of middle and working-class life and people...
NationalityEnglish
ProfessionPoet
Date of Birth24 December 1754
disrespect want spirit
Impertinence will intermeddle in things in which it has no concern, showing a want of breeding, or, more commonly, a spirit of sheer impudence.
silent lasting awe
With awe, around these silent walks I tread; These are the lasting mansions of the dead.
sacred wells foe
Against her foes Religion well defends Her sacred truths, but often fears her friends.
learning land house
Learning is better worth than houses or land.