The Poems of Philip Freneau, Poet of the American Revolution. Volume 3 (of 3)

This volume gathers the later verses of a poet who helped shape early American literature, offering a window into the young nation's imagination after the Revolution. The poems range from vivid celebrations of rugged coastlines and untamed forests to meditations on the shifting fortunes of a fledgling republic. Readers will hear the same voice that once edited newspapers, now turning his pen toward the natural world and the promise of a new empire.

Among the standout pieces are a lyrical tribute to the hills of Neversink, where the poet bids farewell to his seafaring days, and a grand ode that sketches America’s expanding horizons from sea to prairie. The language is both earnest and adventurous, reflecting his experience as a journalist chronicling the nation's early headlines while also dreaming of its boundless landscapes. Listeners will discover how the verses capture both personal transition and the collective optimism of an era poised for growth.