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Title: Poems
Note: Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Judith Boss
Summary: "Poems by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper" is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This book showcases the works of Frances E. W. Harper, an influential African American poet, author, and activist who addressed social issues such as racial injustice and women's rights in her writing. Through her poems, Harper explores themes of hope, struggle, and the pursuit of freedom, reflecting the societal climate of her time. The collection features a wide range of poems that convey poignant messages and personal reflections, often drawing from personal experiences and broader social commentary. From nostalgic pieces about motherhood and childhood to powerful critiques of societal oppression, such as the poem "A Double Standard," which discusses gender inequality, Harper's writing is characterized by lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Other notable poems in the collection tackle issues like the plight of African Americans in "The Dying Bondman," celebrating resilience and the longing for freedom. Overall, Harper's poetry serves as both a celebration of life and a compelling call for social justice, making this collection an important contribution to American literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Harper, Frances Ellen Watkins, 1825-1911
EBook No.: 679
Published: Oct 1, 1996
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Poems
Note: Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Judith Boss
Summary: "Poems by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper" is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This book showcases the works of Frances E. W. Harper, an influential African American poet, author, and activist who addressed social issues such as racial injustice and women's rights in her writing. Through her poems, Harper explores themes of hope, struggle, and the pursuit of freedom, reflecting the societal climate of her time. The collection features a wide range of poems that convey poignant messages and personal reflections, often drawing from personal experiences and broader social commentary. From nostalgic pieces about motherhood and childhood to powerful critiques of societal oppression, such as the poem "A Double Standard," which discusses gender inequality, Harper's writing is characterized by lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Other notable poems in the collection tackle issues like the plight of African Americans in "The Dying Bondman," celebrating resilience and the longing for freedom. Overall, Harper's poetry serves as both a celebration of life and a compelling call for social justice, making this collection an important contribution to American literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Harper, Frances Ellen Watkins, 1825-1911
EBook No.: 679
Published: Oct 1, 1996
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.