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100 1 _aBarnard, William Francis
245 1 4 _aThe tongues of toil, and other poems
246 1 _aSelected Poems
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-29
505 0 _aThe 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.
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Tamiko I. Camacho and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLabor -- Poetry
653 _aWorking class -- Poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13322
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