"The Night Thoughts" is a series of poems written by the English poet Edward Young in the early 18th century. Composed in blank verse, the work explores themes of mortality, the nature of existence, and the human condition. It reflects on the struggles of life and the inevitability of death, encouraging readers to contemplate their own lives and the afterlife. The poems are structured as a meditation during the night, where the speaker grapples with deep philosophical questions. "The Night Thoughts" gained popularity for its emotional depth and introspective nature, influencing later writers and thinkers in the realm of Romanticism.