William H. Davies was a Welsh poet and prose writer who achieved literary recognition relatively late in life. He is best known for his nature poetry and for the autobiographical prose work The Autobiography of a Super-Tramp.

Davies’s poetry is characterized by its simple diction, directness of expression, and celebration of the ordinary. His poems often explore themes of nature, poverty, and the search for meaning and beauty in everyday life. He wrote during a period of significant social and political change in Britain, marked by industrialization, urbanization, and growing class divisions.

Davies's work can be seen as part of a broader trend in early 20th-century literature towards realism and a focus on individual experience. He shared affinities with other poets of the time, such as Thomas Hardy and Edward Thomas, who also wrote about the natural world and the lives of ordinary people. However, Davies's work stands out for its unique blend of simplicity, honesty, and lyrical beauty. His poems continue to resonate with readers today for their timeless themes and their ability to find wonder in the mundane.