Thomas Gray is an 18th century English poet best known for his poem 'ELEGY Written in a Country Churchyard'. The poem, which was first published in 1751, is considered to be one of the most important and influential works of the era. It is a meditation on mortality and the beauty of nature, and has been widely praised for its poetic craftsmanship. The term 'Thomas Gray Work' refers to this poem, 'ELEGY Written in a Country Churchyard'.