The parted family and other poems : $b An offering to the afflicted, and a tribute of love to departed friends

"The Parted Family and Other Poems: An Offering to the Afflicted" by Mary S. B. Dana is a collection of early 19th-century poems that speaks to the pain of loss and the comfort found in faith. The collection shares feelings of sadness and serves as a loving memorial to those who have passed away, touching the hearts of those who understand such suffering. As the work begins, the author considers themes of separation and grief, showing a mother's pain after losing her child and the struggle to find peace after sadness. The first poem creates a bittersweet sense of memory, showing the shift from happiness on Earth to hope in Heaven, highlighting how faith can offer comfort during times of great sadness; through strong images and deep emotion, Dana captures the never-ending nature of love after death, preparing the reader for a collection meant to bring hope to those who are grieving.