Gleanings is a collection of poems and essays written by Lydia Howard Sigourney, an American author and poet who lived in the 19th century. The book contains a variety of pieces, including poems about nature, religion, and social issues, as well as essays on topics such as women's rights and the importance of education. Sigourney's writing is characterized by its moral and religious themes, as well as its focus on the natural world and the beauty...