John G. Whittier 1807-1892 "The Quaker Poet", American author of poetry including "Barefoot Boy". A.Q. S. 1p. 8vo., 189[?] on his "Belvoir" letterhead. Eight lines of his poetry, in part: So beside the silent Sea, I wait with muffled oar, Assured no harm can come to me, On Ocean or on shore. I know not where his islands lift Their fronded palms in air, But this I know, I cannot drift Beyond his love and care. "Very good.