Poems 1786

Helen Maria Williams, a British novelist and poet, explores themes of religion, colonial critique, and social justice in her 1786 collection of poems. As an abolitionist and supporter of the French Revolution, her works reflect a deep engagement with political issues, including war and slavery. Notable pieces like "Ode on the Peace" address the impacts of conflict, while "Poem on the Bill Lately Passed for Regulating the Slave Trade" underscores her commitment to abolitionism. Williams' writing is characterized by a blend of feminine sensibility and political activism.