| Author |
Morris, William, 1834-1896 |
| Title |
Chants for Socialists
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
Chants for Socialists -- The Day is Coming -- The Voice of Toil -- No Master -- All for the Cause -- The March of the Workers -- Down Among the Dead Men -- A Death Song -- May Day [1892] -- May Day, 1894 -- The Message of the March Wind
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1885 Socialist League Office edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Chants for Socialists" by William Morris is a collection of poems and verses created during the late 19th century, a time marked by social and political upheaval in Europe. This work serves as a rallying cry for social change, reflecting Morris’s commitment to socialism and emphasizing the collective struggle of the working class against oppression. The book likely aims to inspire hope and action among laborers, calling for a vision of a just society where work is fulfilling and equally shared. In this collection, Morris articulates the plight of the toiling masses while envisioning a future where social equity prevails. Poems such as "The Day is Coming" and "The Voice of Toil" articulate a vivid image of a transformed society, devoid of class oppression, where labor is valued and all people can enjoy the benefits of their toil. Morris calls for unity among workers, urging them to rise against their masters in pursuit of justice and a life of dignity. Through powerful lyrical expression, the book conveys a sense of urgency for revolution while celebrating the indomitable spirit of solidarity among the oppressed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Socialism -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3170 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 26, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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