The man with the hoe, and other poems by Edwin Markham
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"The Man with the Hoe, and Other Poems" by Edwin Markham is a collection of poetic works written in the late 19th century. This book encompasses themes related to social justice, the human condition, and the struggles of the working class, reflecting the socio-political climate of the time. Markham's poetry critiques the dehumanization resulting from industrialization and the plight of the laboring class, offering a voice to the marginalized through poignant imagery
and evocative language. The title poem, "The Man with the Hoe," serves as a powerful meditation on a laborer weighed down not just by his physical toil but by a broader existential despair, symbolizing the plight of countless workers. Throughout the collection, Markham employs rich metaphor and personification to explore concepts of brotherhood, love, and the search for meaning amidst suffering. Poems like "Brotherhood" and "A Prayer" underscore the importance of unity and compassion among humanity, while others evoke the beauty of nature juxtaposed against the struggles of man. Overall, this collection invites readers to reflect on the deeper implications of work, existence, and the yearning for a just society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Markham, Edwin, 1852-1940 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 74234262 |
| Title | The man with the hoe, and other poems |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67012 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 373 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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