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100	1		_aRidge, Lola, _d1873-1941
245	1	4	_aThe Ghetto, and Other Poems
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2003-08-01
508			_aProduced by Catherine Daly
520			_a"The Ghetto, and Other Poems" by Lola Ridge is a compelling collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates the struggles and vibrancy of life within the urban environment, particularly focusing on the experiences of marginalized communities. The poems explore themes of identity, labor, and social justice, portraying the resilience of those living in hardship. The titular poem, "The Ghetto," serves as a powerful depiction of the harsh realities faced by its inhabitants, filled with vivid imagery that captures both the heat of the streets and the depth of human emotion. Ridge writes about the lives of various figures within the ghetto, like Sadie, who grapples with factory work and personal aspirations, and neighborhood children embracing the energy of their surroundings amidst adversity. Throughout the collection, Ridge intertwines personal reflections with broader societal commentary, artfully illustrating the struggle for dignity and recognition in the face of oppression, alongside an unwavering spirit of hope and ambition that persists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPolitical poetry
653			_aProtest poetry, American
653			_aNew York (N.Y.) -- Poetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4332
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