Question

what does the poet mean by the 'inhuman dearth of noble natures'?

what are the causes of our sadness?

what are the'unhealthy and over-darkened ways' ?

according to the poet, which things give us relief and joy?

Answer 1

1) There is a general lack of nobility in human natures and the lack is so large in proportion that it is almost common to be inhuman.
2) Reflection upon our own mortality and the fleeting nature of human happiness are contributing factors towards creating sadness,

Answer 2

Ans 1:In these days,there are few people who are noble in character and who rise above petty differences by being magnanimous and generous.There is a dearth of such noble souls on our earth;as man is selfish and self centred