This collection of William Cowper's poetry includes some of his best-known works, as well as some lesser-known gems. Cowper's poetry is known for its simplicity and directness, and its focus on everyday life and the natural world. This book is a great introduction to one of the most beloved poets of the 18th century. 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.