Mid-Winter

Mid-Winter

by Madison Cawein

Madison Cawein's "Mid-Winter" is a poignant collection of poems that capture the essence of winter's bleak beauty. Cawein's masterful use of imagery paints vivid pictures of frost-covered landscapes, frozen rivers, and the stark stillness of a world cloaked in snow. The poems explore themes of isolation, the passage of time, and the resilience of nature even in the face of harsh conditions. The collection's melancholic tone resonates with the contemplative nature of the season itself, making it a compelling read for those seeking to connect with the quiet beauty of the winter months.

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Madison Cawein

United States

Madison Julius Cawein was a poet from Louisville, Kentucky. Madison Julius Cawein was born in Louisville, Kentucky on March 23, 1865, the fifth child of William and Christiana (Stelsly) Cawein. His fa...

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