Among the Hills and Other Poems

""Among the Hills and Other Poems"" is a collection of poems written by the American poet John Greenleaf Whittier. The book features a diverse range of poems, including nature poetry, religious poetry, and political poetry. Many of the poems are inspired by Whittier's experiences living in rural New England, and they often celebrate the beauty and simplicity of life in the countryside. Other poems in the collection explore more complex themes, such as the abolition of slavery, the struggles of the working class, and the importance of social justice. Throughout the book, Whittier's writing is characterized by its clarity, sincerity, and emotional depth. The poems are often written in a simple, straightforward style, but they are also rich with symbolism and metaphor. Overall, ""Among the Hills and Other Poems"" is a powerful and thought-provoking collection of poetry that showcases Whittier's skill as a writer and his passion for social justice and the natural world.1869. A collection of verse from Whittier, American Quaker poet and reformer. He was a pioneer in regional literature as well as a crusader for many humanitarian causes and was a self-declared abolitionist. Contents: Among the Hills; Miscellaneous Poems: The Clear Vision; The Dole of Jarl Thorkell; The Two Rabbis; The Meeting; The Answer; G.L.S.; Freedom in Brazil; Divine Compassion; Lines on a Fly-Leaf; and Hymn for the House of Worship at Georgetown. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.