The Garden of Dreams

"The Garden of Dreams" by Madison Julius Cawein is a book of poems from the late 1800s where nature, love, and how fast time goes by are common subjects. The verses often hint at a magical link to the world around us. The writer uses detailed pictures and graceful words to think about feelings related to the seasons and how short life is. The beginning of the collection makes the reader feel like they are in a dream, looking into the deep and heavenly beauty of a garden. In this place, the speaker’s soul walks among flowers and recalls memories of someone they loved. Images of nature are mixed with ideas of love and wanting, as the speaker remembers wonderful moments in this magical place, emphasized with strong sensory details. This start to the collection gives a sense of missing the past and deep respect for the quick moments of beauty and connection that make up our lives.