Poetical Works of William Cullen Bryant Household Edition

"Poetical Works of William Cullen Bryant" by William Cullen Bryant is a compilation of poems from the mid-1800s that touches on subjects like nature, death, and what it means to be human, demonstrating Bryant's love for the American scenery and his thoughtful ideas about existence. The collection explores Bryant’s family history, highlighting his connection to the Mayflower and his upbringing, where his father fostered his love for poetry despite initial plans for him to become a doctor. Bryant's early work "Thanatopsis" is discussed, along with the experiences that helped shape his poetic style. Each poem is carefully constructed to explore the elegance of nature and humanity's shared destiny, with an introduction that helps provide context to Bryant's lasting impact on literature.