Description
By: Helen Hunt Jackson (1830-1885)
Helen Hunt Jackson’s “A Calendar of Sonnets” is a beautifully curated collection of sonnets that captures the essence of each month throughout the year. From the blooming flowers of spring to the crisp air of autumn, Jackson’s poems expertly convey the changing seasons and emotions that come with them. Her mastery of the sonnet form is evident in each carefully crafted piece, with each poem offering a unique perspective on the passage of time and the beauty found within each moment. Readers will be inspired by the imagery and language used in these sonnets, making this collection a must-read for lovers of poetry and nature alike. Overall, “A Calendar of Sonnets” is a timeless and eloquent work that showcases Jackson’s talent as a poet and her deep connection to the natural world.
Book Description:
Helen Hunt Jackson is probably most famous for her work on behalf of Native Americans’ rights. However, this short volume presents a sonnet for each month of the year, devoted simply and beautifully to the shifting wonder of nature through the seasons.
