“The fisher droppeth his net in the stream, And a hundred streams are the same as one; And the maiden dreameth her love-lit dream; And what is it all, when all is done? The net of the fisher the burden breaks, And always the dreaming the dreamer wakes.”
Quote by Alice Cary
Work
A Memorial of Alice and Phoebe Cary: With Some of Their Later Poems
This book is a compilation of poetry written by the sisters Alice and Phoebe Cary, showcasing their later works. It serves as a tribute to their literary contributions and includes a selection of their poems that reflect their continued creativity and development as poets. more
Author
Alice Cary
Alice Cary was an American poet born on April 26, 1820, and died on February 12, 1871. Her poetry is known for its delicate emotions and profound thoughts, which had a significant impact on 19th-century American literature. more
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