02276cam a22003013u 4500 40560 UtSlPG 20260610133928.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Watrous, Edwin Alfred The Bee's Bayonet (a Little Honey and a Little Sting) : Camouflage in Word Painting Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-08-22 Produced by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "The Bee's Bayonet (A Little Honey and a Little Sting)" by Edwin Alfred Watrous is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This work reflects a blend of humor, social commentary, and patriotism, likely influenced by the events of World War I and the sentiments surrounding it. The poems cover various themes, including love, war, and national identity, with a focus on American values and experiences during a tumultuous time. The opening of this collection introduces readers to a playful yet poignant tone as it addresses the author’s dedication to America amidst global unrest. It begins with witty lines suggesting that if the reader finds pleasure in even a single line, the author feels rewarded. Following this, it presents a stirring poem celebrating a strong leader, likening him to an unyielding figure rallying for justice and freedom. The early verses set the stage for a blend of reflection on personal and national identity through the lens of humor, satire, and heartfelt expression, hinting at the exploration of both lighthearted and serious subjects throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified American poetry -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40560 81399 81399