At Sunset

Julia Ward Howe was a notable abolitionist and social activist, renowned for her poem "The Battle Hymn of the Republic." In 1870, she initiated Mother's Day with her Mother's Day Proclamation. Following the Civil War, Howe championed women's suffrage, pacifism, and Russian freedom. This poetry collection features works such as "Abraham Lincoln," "Marines Hymn," "New York," and "Kansas," showcasing her diverse themes and contributions to American literature and social causes.