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100 1 _aMcKnight, Hiram Peck
245 1 0 _aPrison Poetry
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
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336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-05-17
508 _aProduced by Giovanni Fini, Caroluyn Jablonski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Prison Poetry" by Hiram Peck McKnight is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. This poignant anthology captures the raw emotions and reflections of prisoners, conveying their aspirations, regrets, and desires for freedom and redemption. The verses provide insight not only into the personal struggles of the incarcerated but also touch on broader societal themes related to justice and human dignity. The opening of the collection establishes a profound connection between the author and his fellow prisoners, with the dedication and preface setting the tone of shared experience and longing for liberty. McKnight expresses gratitude for contributions from fellow inmates, indicating a collaborative spirit within the confines of prison walls. The poems explore various facets of prison life — from themes of loss and remorse to hope and healing — establishing a powerful commentary on the human condition. Through heartfelt lines, McKnight articulates the pain of separation from loved ones, the harshness of incarceration, and the enduring quest for inner peace and self-worth amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aImprisonment -- Poetry
653 _aPrisoners -- Poetry
653 _aPrisons -- Poetry
653 _aPrisoners' writings, American -- Ohio -- Columbus
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45674
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