Ships in the Harbour, by John Gould Fletcher, is a collection of poems that explore the beauty and mystery of the sea. The poems are divided into three sections: “The Sea,” “The Ships,” and “The Harbour.” In the first section, Fletcher uses imagery and metaphor to evoke the power and majesty of the sea. In the second section, he focuses on the ships that sail the sea, exploring their history and the lives of their crews. In the third section, he turns his attention to the harbour, exploring its beauty and the people who inhabit it. Throughout the collection, Fletcher’s poems are filled with vivid imagery and a deep appreciation for the sea and its inhabitants.
By John Gould Fletcher · First published 1916 · Genre: Poetry, Nature Writing, Romanticism