Walter John de la Mare OM CH (1873Ð1956) was an English poet, short story writer and novelist. He is probably best remembered for his works for children, for his poem “The Listeners”, and for his psychological horror short fiction, including “Seaton’s Aunt”, “The Green Room” and “All Hallows”. This philosophical poem was published in 1946 with 4 beautiful lithographs by renowned artist John Piper.