At Sunset gathers the elegiac voice of a celebrated American poet as she honors leaders, artists, and moments that shaped a nation.
This collection presents commemorative poems and thoughtful meditations drawn from the author’s lifetime of reflection, weaving personal tribute with historical memory. Readers will encounter intimate addresses to figures like Abraham Lincoln and Margaret Fuller, alongside broader meditations on faith, peace, and civic duty. The book blends narrative memory, moral reflection, and lyrical allure in a voice that remains accessible and moving.
- Commemorative poems that honor historical figures and events.
- Meditations on peace, liberty, faith, and the common good.
- Vivid scenes and speeches captured in verse, with a historic reach.
- A broad arc of sentiment—from intimate gratitude to civic aspiration.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical poetry, biographical verse, and contemplative looks at American life and ideals.
Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910) is best remembered as the poet who wrote the words to "Battle Hymn of the Republic." Her literary fame was augmented by her eventual role as an activist for women's rights and her efforts to mobilize women for various peace efforts. Gary Williams is a professor of English at the University of Idaho and the author of "Hungry Heart: The Literary Emergence of Julia Ward Howe,"