Edna St. Vincent Millay (1892-1950) was an American playwright, Pulitzer Prize-winning lyrical poet, and feminist activist. One of the most celebrated poets in American history, Millay is hailed as the twentieth century's most skillfull sonnet writers who expertly married modern attitudes with traditional forms of expression. "Kin to Sorrow - The Self Reflections of Edna St. Vincent Millay" contains 22 beautiful poems by Millay, with each connected to emotions. Celebrated for their lyrical beauty, Millay's poems are infused with fiery romance and the youthful spirit that would become a characteristic of her writing. Contents include: "Sorrow", "Kin to Sorrow", "Indifference", "Blight", "Sonnet I", "Sonnet IV", "Sonnet VI Bluebeard", "First Fig", "Second Fig", "Grown-Up", "Recuerdo", "The Penitent", "Tavern", "Portrait by a Neighbour", etc. A wonderful collection of classic poetry that constitutes a must-read for fans and collectors of Millay's timeless work. Other notable works by this author include: "Two Slatterns and a King", "The Lamp and the Bell", and "Aria da Capo". Ragged Hand - Read & Co is publishing this brand new collection of poetry now for a new generation of readers to enjoy.
