The tongues of toil, and other poems

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Barnard, William Francis

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Selected Poems

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Tongues of Toil, and Other Poems" by William Francis Barnard is a collection of poems written during the late 19th century, reflecting the social and labor issues of the period. This work explores the experiences and struggles of the working class, giving voice to the toil and strife of those who labor under oppressive conditions. Barnard's poems highlight themes of justice, freedom, and the human spirit in its quest for dignity and rights. The collection encompasses a range of poetic expressions that tackle various subjects, from the plight of child laborers to the moral implications of capital punishment, as seen in poems like "The Children of the Looms" and "The Hangman." Each piece draws attention to the harsh realities faced by the working poor, portraying their struggles and aspirations. The poems urge for social change and solidarity among laborers, summoning a powerful call for justice and reform, thus making the work a poignant commentary on the labor movement and the need for social progress. Through vivid imagery and stirring language, Barnard crafts a compelling narrative that resonates with readers' sense of empathy and equity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The tongues of toil

The hangman

The children of the looms

The hymn of labor

To the masters

To the enemies of free speech

Magdalene passes

The red flag

The agitator.

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Tamiko I. Camacho and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-29