This edition had all images removed.
Title: On Strike Till 3
Alternate Title: On Strike Till Three
Credits:
Produced by Al Haines, prepared from scans obtained from
Internet Archive.
Summary: "On Strike Till 3" by Grant Balfour is a poignant narrative poem published in the early 20th century. This work tells a touching story that blends themes of love, sacrifice, and social struggle, likely reflecting the early labor movements and the economic challenges faced by workers. The poem focuses on the lives of a widowed mother and her young son, illustrating their hardships and aspirations amidst their everyday realities. The story unfolds during a cold Christmas Eve, where the mother, a tireless worker, and her son David share a simple yet profound bond. David is filled with ideas of love and hope, believing he can provide a better life for his mother. As the poem progresses, the mother suffers from illness exacerbated by her arduous labor, leading her to seek treatment away from home. David, in his innocence, learns about the concept of a workers' strike and innocently initiates his own "strike" in the hopes of aiding his mother's situation. Tragically, both mother and son's lives come to an end, leaving a bittersweet reminder of their struggles against the backdrop of love and longing. The poem ultimately highlights the themes of compassion and the harsh realities faced by those grappling with poverty and illness, effectively delivering a heartfelt message about the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Balfour, Grant, 1853-1940
EBook No.: 33555
Published: Aug 27, 2010
Downloads: 62
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: On Strike Till 3
Alternate Title: On Strike Till Three
Credits:
Produced by Al Haines, prepared from scans obtained from
Internet Archive.
Summary: "On Strike Till 3" by Grant Balfour is a poignant narrative poem published in the early 20th century. This work tells a touching story that blends themes of love, sacrifice, and social struggle, likely reflecting the early labor movements and the economic challenges faced by workers. The poem focuses on the lives of a widowed mother and her young son, illustrating their hardships and aspirations amidst their everyday realities. The story unfolds during a cold Christmas Eve, where the mother, a tireless worker, and her son David share a simple yet profound bond. David is filled with ideas of love and hope, believing he can provide a better life for his mother. As the poem progresses, the mother suffers from illness exacerbated by her arduous labor, leading her to seek treatment away from home. David, in his innocence, learns about the concept of a workers' strike and innocently initiates his own "strike" in the hopes of aiding his mother's situation. Tragically, both mother and son's lives come to an end, leaving a bittersweet reminder of their struggles against the backdrop of love and longing. The poem ultimately highlights the themes of compassion and the harsh realities faced by those grappling with poverty and illness, effectively delivering a heartfelt message about the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Balfour, Grant, 1853-1940
EBook No.: 33555
Published: Aug 27, 2010
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.