Lydia Sigourney Quotes

A collection of quotes by Lydia Sigourney.

Lydia Sigourney (1791-1865) was an American poet and educator. Recognized as one of the most popular poets in the United States during the 19th century, she gained fame for her sentimental and moralistic poetry. Born in Connecticut, Sigourney started writing poetry at a young age and published her first collection, Moral Pieces in Prose and Verse, in 1815. She went on to publish numerous volumes of poetry, including Letters to Young Ladies (1833), which offered guidance and advice to young women. Sigourney's works often emphasized religious and patriotic themes, and she was known for her innovative use of nature imagery.