
In this wartime collection, the poet channels the raw emotions she encountered while living among the front‑line hospitals and camps of France. Her verses are deliberately straightforward, aiming to lift the spirits of soldiers and to offer a shared sense of gratitude for peace, courage, and sacrifice. The poems echo the immediacy of battlefield life, turning personal observation into universal thanks for those who endure conflict.
Among the pieces, vivid portraits of the “bonnie Highland laddies” in their kilts and the steadfast “men of the sea” stand out, celebrating their bravery with lively rhythm and heartfelt reverence. The work blends patriotic pride with gentle humor, painting scenes of marching troops, bustling streets, and storm‑tossed vessels. Listeners will find a sincere, uplifting tribute to the human heart that perseveres through war’s darkest hours.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (74K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-10-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1850–1919
Beloved for her memorable lines on joy, sorrow, love, and resilience, this American poet reached a huge popular audience in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her work combines plainspoken feeling with an upbeat, inspirational spirit that kept readers returning for generations.
View all books