Susanna Watts Books

This collection of poems by Susanna Watts explores the world of insects and their activities. The title poem, 'The Insects in Council', is a satirical piece that humorously imagines a gathering of insects to discuss their social and political issues. The other poems in the collection continue this theme, using insects as a lens through which to examine human behavior and society.

The life of Susanna Watts, an English abolitionist and artist, is marked by her passionate advocacy against slavery and her contributions to literature. Known for her anti-slavery poetry, she challenged prominent figures like William Wilberforce on gender roles in the movement. Alongside her friend Elizabeth Heyrick, Watts co-founded The Humming Bird, the first anti-slavery periodical, and actively campaigned against the purchase of products linked to slave labor, demonstrating her commitment to social justice and activism.