THIS haunting poem by Walter de la Mare (1873-1956) can be read literally or as perhaps a sombre reflection on mortality.

Like “ Dream Song,” which appeared as the Sun’s Poem of the Day this past April, today’s poem by Walter de la Mare (1873–1956) invites the reader to indulge in a little frisson of creepiness. Whether ...

THIS haunting poem by Walter de la Mare (1873-1956) can be read literally or as perhaps a sombre reflection on mortality.