Poem by John Burroughs, "An October Day," 1891-1901
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John Burroughs (1837-1921) was an internationally known naturalist and writer. Identified mainly as an essayist--a writing form at which he excelled, Burroughs' works also included poetry. Burroughs, however, felt out of his element writing poems and was often self-critical of his output. Nonetheless, he kept composing, creating these verses for his wife.
John Burroughs (1837-1921) was an internationally known naturalist and writer. Identified mainly as an essayist--a writing form at which he excelled, Burroughs' works also included poetry. Burroughs, however, felt out of his element writing poems and was often self-critical of his output. Nonetheless, he kept composing, creating these verses for his wife.
Artifact
Poem
Date Made
1891-1901
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
93.205.119
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Ink
Technique
Handwriting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 5 in
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