The Poems of Anne Bradstreer

by Anne Bradstreet, Douglas Wilson (Introduction)

The poems of Mrs. Anne Bradstreet (1612-1672) together with her prose remains (1897). This book, "The poems of Mrs. Anne Bradstreet together with her prose remains," by Anne Bradstreet, Charles Eliot Norton, Frank Easton Hopkins, is a replication of a book originally published before 1897. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form as close to the original as possible.

Genres: Poetry

289 pages, Paperback

First published January 10, 2012

About the author

English poet Anne Dudley Bradstreet, wife of Simon Bradstreet, wrote several collections of verse, including The Tenth Muse Lately Sprung Up in America (1650).

People first published this first notable colonial woman. Her work much influenced Puritans in her time.

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Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a good book, I doubt I'll ever "finish" it; I keep rereading sections over and over and jumping around. I am so impressed with Anne Bradstreet on so many levels. As a puritan woman from the 1600s, she packs some surprises in her poetry. Her knowledge of global events, histories, and government leaders far surpasses that of most modern women, and I can only assume that of most women of her time. Unlike how most people from our era would stereotype a puritan, Anne discusses sex, defends women, isn't afraid to share her emotions or her opinions, and deeply loves her husband. And her choice of words in some of her poems is so good, it tempts me to memorize them. There are some where the rythym is slightly awkward, but you have to forgive her since her works were published without her knowledge, a fact which she also writes about while rueing the fact that she was not able to edit any of her work ahead of time. Some of her poetry is long and historical, some is short and sweet, some is mournful, and much of it reflects her deep faith. I can't even remember the last time I picked up a poetry book before this, it's definitely not a genre I frequent, but Anne's work is definitely worth reading. If you do try it, and find some unappealing, jump around until you find one that resonates with you. Anne's life was not easy and she struggled with chronic illness, worry, separation from loved ones, and much loss. I am so glad I purchased this book, there is so much in it. I am sure not everyone will share my enthusiasm, but I would give it ten stars if I could. It's fascinating to peek inside the mind of a woman from so long ago.

[Douglas Gates · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good. Good soul.