This collection of works by Ann Eliza Bleecker and Margaretta V. Faugeres is a rich and engaging read. The poets share their reflections on life, death, and the beauty of the natural world. This collection of poetry and prose highlights the literary talents of two women writers who made important contributions to the cultural landscape of America. 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 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. 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.