Under the Willows, and Other Poems

“Under the Willows, and Other Poems” is a collection of poetry by James Russell Lowell, a prominent 19th-century American poet, critic, editor, and diplomat. This anthology showcases Lowell’s diverse poetic talents, featuring works that explore themes of nature, history, and human experience. From the evocative descriptions of the natural world to reflections on historical figures and events, Lowell’s verses offer readers a glimpse into the intellectual and emotional landscape of his time.Poems such as those referencing Clotho, Atropos, and the Skald demonstrate Lowell’s engagement with classical and Norse mythology, while others like ’Appledore’ and ’Agamenticus’ root the collection firmly in the American landscape. Readers will appreciate Lowell’s masterful use of language and his ability to weave together personal reflection with broader cultural and historical contexts. “Under the Willows” remains a testament to Lowell’s enduring contribution to American literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.