Poems: Chiefly Against Pessimism is a collection of poetry written by Joseph Smith Fletcher and first published in 1893. The collection features poems that challenge the prevalent pessimism of the time, offering a more optimistic and hopeful outlook on life. The poems cover a variety of themes, including love, nature, and spirituality, and are written in a range of styles, from sonnets to free verse. Fletcher's writing is characterized by its vivid...