Poems, &C. (1790)

By Joanna Baillie

Poems, &c. presents a contemplative exploration of human emotion shaped by the rhythms of rural life and the changing forces of nature. The collection reflects on how environment influences perception, revealing the subtle interplay between external conditions and inner experience. Through detailed observation, it contrasts the severity of natural elements with moments of warmth, stability, and connection found within domestic spaces. The work emphasizes the endurance required in daily life, where routine becomes both necessity and quiet resilience in the face of hardship. At the same time, it highlights the diversity of emotional response, suggesting that individuals interpret shared circumstances in deeply personal ways. The presence of nature is constant and powerful, serving as both a challenge and a source of reflection, shaping mood and perspective. By focusing on ordinary scenes and familiar experiences, the collection uncovers deeper insight into character, feeling, and adaptation, presenting a nuanced portrayal of life where struggle and comfort coexist within a carefully observed natural and social world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8169749387
• ISBN13: 9788169749381
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.2" x 5.5"