Letter To Her Husband

Letter to Her Husband

by Anne Bradstreet

A deeply personal and moving poem, 'A Letter to Her Husband (Absent Upon Public Employment)' is considered one of the most important works by Anne Bradstreet, a prominent figure in early American literature. Written in the 17th century, the poem expresses the heartfelt emotions of a woman longing for her absent husband and grappling with the challenges of separation and loneliness. Bradstreet's vivid imagery and poignant language capture the complexities of love, devotion, and the human experience.

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