Songs Of The Silent World, And Other Poems

Songs of the Silent World, and Other Poems

by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps

This collection of poems by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps, a prominent American writer and feminist, explores a range of themes deeply intertwined with her social activism. The poems often reflect Phelps's advocacy for women's rights and social justice, while also delving into topics of spirituality, nature, love, and loss. Her verse, infused with a strong moral compass, seeks to encourage readers to engage with these important societal issues and to contemplate their own place within the broader human experience. 'Songs of the Silent World' offers a glimpse into Phelps's deeply personal and insightful reflections on the world around her.

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Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward was an early feminist American author and intellectual who challenged traditional Christian beliefs of the afterlife, challenged women's traditional roles in marriage and...

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