"Snow-Bound"

"Snow-Bound" is a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier that describes the experience of being snowed in during a winter storm. It vividly portrays the quiet, reflective atmosphere created by a heavy snowfall, capturing scenes of family life, nature’s stillness, and the cozy comfort of home as people wait for the storm to pass. The poem celebrates the beauty and tranquility of winter while emphasizing themes of family, resilience, and the peacefulness found in stillness and confinement caused by snow.