The Old Gray Wall
July 6, 2023The Eavesdropper
July 6, 2023The Heart of Night
When all the stars are sown
Across the night-blue space,
With the immense unknown,
In silence face to face.
We stand in speechless awe
While Beauty marches by,
And wonder at the Law
Which wears such majesty.
How small a thing is man
In all that world-sown vast,
That he should hope or plan
Or dream his dream could last!
O doubter of the light,
Confused by fear and wrong,
Lean on the heart of night
And let love make thee strong!
The Good that is the True
Is clothed with Beauty still.
Lo, in their tent of blue,
The stars above the hill!
William Bliss Carman
William Bliss Carman (1861-1929) was a Canadian poet who was associated with the Confederation Poets. He is known for his celebration of nature and for his use of imagery and symbolism. His most famous works include "Low Tide on Grand Pré" and "The Rough Rider." Carman was also a professor of English at Harvard University and a mentor to many younger poets.