This charming collection of poems by the Victorian poet Eliza Acton includes some of her best-known works, such as 'A Castaway' and 'The Convent Bell'. Acton was known for her musicality of language, her evocative imagery, and her deep sense of compassion for the suffering of others. This volume remains an important work in the history of Victorian literature, and continues to be read and enjoyed by modern readers.
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