Philip Bourke Marston – The Literary Companion

One of the most striking features of the blind poet, Philip Marston’s, melancholic and lyrical poems is his consistent contemplation of death. Death had taken away from Philip Marston not only love, hope, and his most treasured friendships, but also brought upon him a deep mental darkness that surpassed even the physical darkness in which he resided. The poem “After” emphasizes the brevity of life and offers a nuanced and contemplative exploration of the complexities of time and its impact on our lives.