Our Profession and Other Poems by Jared Barhite
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"Our Profession and Other Poems" by Jared Barhite is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The volume reflects the author's musings on education, nature, and the responsibilities of teaching, showcasing the deep commitment he has towards uplifting the human spirit through knowledge and compassion. Through his poetic verses, Barhite aims to inspire educators and highlight the pivotal role they play in shaping the future of society. The opening
of this work presents a preface in which Barhite expresses his intent to compile various poems written over the years, rooted in his experiences as an educator and his reflections on the art of teaching. He dedicates the collection to the memory of his mother, emphasizing the foundational role she played in his journey toward knowledge. In the first poem titled "Invocation to the Muse," the author appeals to the muse for inspiration to craft poems that can ignite passion in youth and illuminate the importance of education. The sentiment conveyed in this opening segment sets a tone of reverence for the profession of teaching, suggesting a profound connection between intellectual guidance and moral responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Barhite, Jared, 1840-1921 |
|---|---|
| Title | Our Profession and Other Poems |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19443 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 430 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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