Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Thomas Bailey Aldrich

About Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Thomas Bailey Aldrich was an American writer and poet. He was born in 1836 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and lived during the 19th century. Aldrich was known for his poetry and fiction, which often portrayed the culture and lifestyle of the New England region. He was also a prominent literary figure and editor, serving as the editor of "The Atlantic Monthly" magazine for several years. Some of his most notable works include the poetry collection "Flowers and Ferns" and the novel "The Story of a Bad Boy." Aldrich's writing style was known for its humor, wit, and vivid descriptions, and he was considered a prominent figure in American literary circles during his lifetime. He died in 1907 at the age of 71.

Thomas Bailey Aldrich was a prolific poet and wrote many poems throughout his lifetime. "No Songs in Winter," "Kriss Kringle," and "Memory" are some of his famous poems. "No Songs in Winter" reflects on the harsh and silent winter season, while "Kriss Kringle" is a whimsical Christmas poem. "Memory" is a melancholic reflection on the transience of life and the power of memories. Aldrich's poems are known for their use of vivid imagery, musical language, and emotional depth, and continue to be enjoyed and studied by contemporary readers.

    Poems by Thomas Bailey Aldrich

  • Memory

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    My mind lets go a thousand things
    Like dates of wars and deaths of kings,
    And yet recalls the very hour--
    'T was noon by yonder village tower,

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  • Kriss Kringle

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    Just as the moon was fading
    Amid her misty rings,
    And every stocking was stuffed
    With childhood’s precious things,

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  • No Songs In Winter

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    The sky is gray as gray may be,
    There is no bird upon the bough,
    There is no leaf on vine or tree.

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