TO B. D. is a collection of sonnets written by Helen Hay Whitney. The poems are addressed to a mysterious figure known only as B. D. The poems explore themes of love, loss, and longing, as the speaker reflects on her relationship with B. D. and the memories they shared. The poems are written in a variety of poetic forms, including Petrarchan, Shakespearean, and Spenserian sonnets. The collection is a powerful exploration of the complexities of love and the power of memory.
By Helen Hay Whitney · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic Poetry, Love Poetry