Rivers to the Sea

Rivers to the Sea (1915) is a poetry collection by Sara Teasdale that explores life, romance, and the natural world, combining somber and celebratory themes. The collection opens with "Spring Night," which begins in quiet reverie and explores the beauty and mystery of a silent world. Teasdale's work is a testament to a life spent in observance, merging her affection for flora and fauna with a critical distance from human affairs. This edition of Rivers to the Sea is a classic work of American poetry reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

Rivers to the Sea (1915) is a remarkable poetry collection by Sara Teasdale, marking her third collection and a testament to her poetic prowess. Published several years before her prestigious 1918 Pulitzer Prize, this collection showcases Teasdale's mastery in crafting lyric poems that delve into the depths of life, romance, and the natural world. It is a tapestry of emotions, oscillating between somber and celebratory, symbolic and rooted in personal experience. Rivers to the Sea revels in the enigmatic essence of existence, inviting readers to explore the mysteries that surround us. In the opening poem, "Spring Night," Teasdale sets the stage for her exploration of the human condition. The speaker finds solace in the quiet beauty of a world enveloped in night and fog, appreciating the mystery and awe that permeate the surroundings. However, beneath the surface of tranquility, there lies a deep ache—a longing for praise and joy that seems to elude them. Teasdale's poetry is a profound exploration of the human experience, encompassing both the highs and lows of love. She delves into her own emotions and those of strangers, creating a tapestry of connections that resonate with readers on a personal and communal level. Her work is a testament to a life spent in observance, capturing the essence of flora and fauna alongside a critical distance from human affairs. For Teasdale, the belief in the life of the world, with or without us, is sufficient. This edition of Rivers to the Sea is a testament to Teasdale's enduring legacy as a poet. With a beautifully designed cover and meticulously typeset manuscript, it presents a classic work of American poetry reimagined for modern readers.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135175