This collection of poetry by George M. Ryder showcases his love of nature and his keen sensitivity to the emotions and experiences of ordinary people. From the titular poem 'Gillian' to the evocative 'Autumn Sketch, ' these works will speak to anyone who loves language and the beauty of the natural world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.