To A Waterfowl

To A Waterfowl is a poem written by William Cullen Bryant, an American poet and journalist. The poem is a tribute to a migrating bird, likely a goose or a duck, that the author sees flying over a lake. The poem begins with the speaker addressing the bird, wondering where it is going and what its destination is. The speaker then reflects on the bird's journey, imagining the challenges it faces as it travels through the sky. Throughout the poem, the author uses vivid imagery to describe the bird's flight, the landscape it passes over, and the emotions it evokes in the speaker. The bird becomes a symbol of perseverance and hope, as it continues on its journey despite the obstacles it encounters. The poem ends with the speaker expressing gratitude to the bird for inspiring him, and for reminding him of the beauty and wonder of the natural world. To A Waterfowl is a classic example of American Romantic poetry, with its focus on nature, emotion, and the power of the individual spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more