Poems on various subjects, religious and moral

"Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral" by Phillis Wheatley showcases the author's skill with language through a collection of 18th-century poems. This important book provides a look into both the spiritual and ethical questions of its time. The writer explores many ideas, notably religion, the end of life, and what she went through as an enslaved African American woman. This shows how complex her identity was and also touches on the bigger problems in society during that period. Poems addressed to important people, like leaders and religious figures, show that Wheatley paid attention to what was happening in politics and culture. From personal thoughts and moral advice to honoring those who have passed away, her poems cover a wide range of feelings and ideas. While thankful for God’s kindness, Wheatley also speaks out against how unfairly African Americans were treated. She uses her writing to encourage others to feel sympathy and to stand up for the worth and humanity of African Americans, making these poems an important piece of history.