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Maud Muller, poem by John Greenleaf Whittier
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Maud Muller, poem by John Greenleaf Whittier
Maud Muller, the title character in a poem of 1856 by John Greenleaf Whittier ).
circa 1856
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Agricultural Agriculture Character Daydreaming Dreaming Maud Muller Poem Rake Regret Regrets Title Whittier Worker Greenleaf
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Maud Muller
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is a poignant and beloved poem penned by American Quaker poet John Greenleaf Whittier in 1856. This evocative image captures the essence of the poem's title character, Maud Muller, as she daydreams amidst the rolling hills and verdant fields of rural New England. Maud, a young woman with an air of melancholy, is depicted leaning against a rake in a sun-dappled field. Her gaze is fixed on the horizon, her mind lost in a world of dreams and regrets. The countryside, with its agricultural bounty and simple beauty, serves as a backdrop to Maud's introspective moment. John Greenleaf Whittier, a prominent figure in the American literary scene, drew inspiration from the rural landscapes of his native New England. In "Maud Muller," he masterfully weaves together the themes of work, love, and the passage of time. The poem's title character, Maud, is a hardworking young woman who is torn between her duty to her family and her longing for a life of love and adventure. This photograph, reminiscent of the poem's pastoral setting, invites us to reflect on the timeless human experiences of dreams, regret, and the complexities of rural life. The image, much like the poem, transports us to a simpler time, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and poignancy of the American countryside. John Greenleaf Whittier's "Maud Muller" remains a cherished piece of American literature, and this photograph serves as a fitting visual companion to the poem's enduring message. The image, with its evocative depiction of Maud in the field, invites us to ponder the dreams and regrets that shape our own lives.
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