Lines on a New-Born Infant

Lines on a New-Born Infant is a poem by Susanna Moodie, an English-born Canadian author known for her writings on settler life in Canada. This work reflects her insights and emotions surrounding the birth of a child. Moodie's unique perspective as a settler during the colonial era offers a poignant exploration of motherhood and new beginnings. The poem was recorded by LibriVox volunteers in May 2022 as part of their Weekly Poetry project.