Mariposa is a collection of poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay, published in 1923. The collection is divided into three sections: "The Poems of Mariposa," "The Poems of the Sea," and "The Poems of the Night." The poems of Mariposa explore themes of love, loss, and longing. Millay's use of imagery and metaphor to evoke emotion is particularly powerful in this collection. In "The Poems of the Sea," Millay reflects on the beauty and power of the ocean, while in "The Poems of the Night," she meditates on the mysteries of the night sky. Throughout the collection, Millay's lyrical language and vivid imagery create a sense of beauty and longing. Her poems are often filled with longing for a lost love, or for a life that could have been. Mariposa is a powerful collection of poetry that speaks to the heart and soul.
By Edna St. Vincent Millay · First published 1921 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Feminism