To The Gnat

To the Gnat

by Samuel Rogers

To the Gnat is a lighthearted poem by Samuel Rogers that humorously laments the annoyance of a persistent gnat. The speaker addresses the gnat directly, describing the constant buzzing and biting that disrupts his sleep and peace. The poem reflects on the human struggle against even the smallest of irritants in the natural world.

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Samuel Rogers was an English poet, banker, and art collector born on July 30, 1763. He is best known for his poetry and his patronage of the arts. Rogers was born in Stoke Newington, London, and was t...

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