June 21 is officially the first day of summer , also known as the Summer Solstice . Today holds symbolic importance, as it marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere , and the point after which the sun starts rising later and setting earlier. So to celebrate, I've rounded up the best first day of summer poems I could find. The solstice has been celebrated for its astronomical significance all over the world for hundreds of years. There are plenty of different ways to ring in the occasion, from performing some sun salutations to partying with thousands of other revelers at Stonehenge. But why not start off the celebration with something simple and easy, like reading a little seasonally themed poetry? These five famous summer poems, written by legendary writers like Emily Dickinson and William Shakespeare, perfectly capture the long, lazy days and warm breezy nights associated with the summer season. So before you head out...
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