Alfred Austin (1835-1913) English Poet Laureate. One of Mr. Austin's pleasantest characteristics as a poet is his intense love of nature, more especially of nature in her spring aspects: also, I may add, a very ardent love of Country and pride therein. (Sharp) Love's Blindness Love's Wisdom Unseasonable Snows A Sleepless Night To England When acorns fall, and swallows troop for flight Love's ...