The Singing Leaves
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"The Singing Leaves" is a collection of poems by Josephine Preston Peabody, published in 1903. Peabody was an American writer known for her verse dramas and poetry, which ranged from delicate and ethereal to works addressing social concerns. Her early poetry, including that in "The Singing Leaves," shows influences from writers like Shakespeare and Christina Rossetti, characterized by clarity and an otherworldly quality. Peabody also wrote plays and other poetry collections throughout her career, with some later works focusing on social injustice.1
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