Project Gutenberg 2004-10-01 Public domain in the USA. 136 Wilcox, Ella Wheeler 1850 1919 Wheeler, Ella Hello, Boys! Transcribed from the 1919 Gay and Hancock edition by David Price "Hello, Boys!" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous period surrounding World War I. This work reflects the sentiments and experiences pertaining to war, particularly the struggles and sacrifices made by soldiers. The poems are crafted in a straightforward style, intended to resonate with the hearts and minds of those affected by the war, capturing moments of both despair and hope, as well as patriotic fervor. The book comprises various poems that delve into themes of bravery, loss, and the human spirit in times of great adversity. Wilcox explores the lives of soldiers, both on the frontlines and those involved in supporting roles, recognizing their contributions and sacrifices. In “Thanksgiving,” she expresses gratitude for peace after war, while “The Khaki Boys Who Were Not at the Front” honors those who, despite not being in combat, played vital roles in the war effort. The poems evoke a sense of camaraderie and resilience, portraying the broader struggle for freedom and justice as not just a physical battle, but also a moral and spiritual quest. Overall, "Hello, Boys!" serves as a poignant tribute to collective endurance, the quest for peace, and the enduring connections among humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en World War, 1914-1918 -- Poetry PS Text Category: Poetry Category: History - Warfare 137236 2025-07-03T08:27:40.109018 text/html 136932 2014-07-07T13:58:14 text/html 390063 2025-07-03T08:27:45.905037 application/epub+zip 387416 2025-07-03T08:27:41.763072 application/epub+zip 80262 2025-07-03T08:27:40.984021 application/epub+zip 468805 2025-07-03T08:27:48.451027 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 424002 2025-07-03T08:27:44.546986 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 118052 2022-09-03T12:55:46.640134 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 107674 2025-07-03T08:27:39.642054 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 107384 2014-07-07T13:58:10 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 18533 2025-07-03T08:27:48.577975 application/rdf+xml 11572 2025-07-03T08:27:41.062015 image/jpeg 2470 2025-07-03T08:27:41.025005 image/jpeg 39831 2014-07-07T14:11:50 application/octet-stream application/zip 375315 2014-07-07T14:11:50 application/octet-stream application/zip 377700 2025-07-03T08:27:40.131047 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia