Volume II of The Works of John Greenleaf Whittier Whittier, John Greenleaf 1807-1892 creator text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Poems of Nature, Poems Subjective and Reminiscent and Religious Poems, Complete" by John Greenleaf Whittier is a comprehensive collection of poetry likely written in the 19th century. This anthology encapsulates Whittier's deep appreciation for nature, human emotions, and spirituality, offering readers a rich tapestry of themes from the beauty of the natural world to reflections on personal and religious experiences. The opening portion of the collection introduces a series of nature-themed poems, beginning with "The Frost Spirit," which personifies winter's arrival. Whittier vividly describes the effects of frost upon the landscape, including trees, lakes, and streams, creating a somber yet magical ambiance. He moves on to contextualize this within New England settings in other pieces, such as "The Merrimac," capturing the tranquility of rivers and familial connections to the land. The poems evoke sensory experiences and philosophical musings on nature's seasons, revealing Whittier's profound relationship with the environment and its cycles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Includes eBooks 9568-9573. Release date is 2005-12-01 David Widger Original publication data not identified American poetry -- 19th century PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9574 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9574 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133233.0 9574