Horace Smith

Horace Smith was a British poet and novelist who played a significant role in the Romantic literary movement during the early 19th century. He is best known for his close friendship with prominent literary figures such as Percy Bysshe Shelley and Leigh Hunt, which influenced his work. Smith's poetry often explored themes of nature, love, and the human experience, reflecting the ideals of Romanticism. His contributions to literature include both poems and novels, and he was notable for his innovation in the use of free verse in poetry.