Elizabeth Tollett

Elizabeth Tollett was a British poet who was born in 1694. Her poetry explored religious and philosophical themes. She’s also remembered for advocating for women’s involvement in religion and education. Some of her verse was inspired by the works of Virgil and Ovid.

Winter Song

by Elizabeth Tollett

‘Winter Song’ by Elizabeth Tollett is a poem about steadfast love and devotion to one person. The speaker uses the twenty-four lines to banish any thought from their lover’s mind that they are thinking about being unfaithful.