Aubrey Thomas de Vere was an Irish poet and critic born in 1814 and died in 1902. He is remembered for works like ‘The Sisters,’ ‘The Infant Bridal,’ and others. His work was influenced by poets like Lord Byron and William Wordsworth. Aubrey Thomas de Vere is also remembered for his study of Celtic legend and mythology.
In ‘Sorrow,’ Aubrey Thomas de Vere views misfortunes as heavenly messengers that refine the spirit and stimulate meaningful reflection.
COUNT each affliction, whether light or grave,
God's messenger sent down to thee; do thou
With courtesy receive him; rise and bow;
And, ere his shadow pass thy threshold, crave
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