by Edna St. Vincent Millay

Edna St. Vincent Millay
Edna St. Vincent Millay’s work included poetry, verse plays, essays, and the libretto for an opera. Read Millay’s biography on this site and then create a time line listing the key events and accomplishments in her life. Record your time line in the Web Links Activity Log.

Penelope's Experience
This page shows a painting of Penelope at her loom, surrounded by her suitors. Imagine you are Penelope and have been waiting twenty years for your spouse to return. Write a poem or song that expresses your feelings about the time that has passed.