The House of the Trees & Other Poems

"The House of the Trees & Other Poems" by A. Ethelwyn Wetherald is a collection of poems from the late 1800s that thinks deeply about nature, how seasons change, and how people and the environment are connected. Wetherald's poems often talk about how nature affects people's feelings, showing both peaceful and strong emotions related to the natural world. The book asks readers to get lost in detailed images and experiences that make them appreciate life and its changes. Each poem, from "The House of the Trees" to "The Wind of Death," captures moments of thought, happiness, and sadness, highlighting a strong connection to the earth. The poems go from the bright energy of spring to the quiet stillness of winter, showing how nature's beauty and human life interact. Through her beautiful writing, Wetherald inspires readers to look inside themselves and understand that nature offers both comfort and life's difficult parts.