Poems

George Crabbe (1754-1832) was an English poet and naturalist, celebrated for his depictions of rural life and the struggles of the lower social classes, rendered with harsh realism and scrupulous fidelity. Born in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, Crabbe broke free from his humble origins to pursue a career in literature and the church. His early work, including 'The Library' (1781), caught the attention of Edm...