Sonnet On The Approach Of Autumn.

SONNET

ON THE APPROACH OF AUTUMN.

FAREWEL gay Summer! now the changing wind That Autumn brings commands thee to retreat; It fades the roses which thy temples bind, And the green sandals which adorn thy feet.

Now flies with thee the walk at eventide, That favouring hour to rapt enthusiasts dear; When most they love to seek the mountain side, And mark the pomp of twilight hastening near.

Then fairy forms around the poet throng, On every cloud a glowing charm he sees .... Sweet Evening, these delights to thee belong: .... But now, alas! comes Autumn's chilling breeze, And early Night, attendant on its sway, Bears in her envious veil sweet Fancy's hour away.