“A crust of bread and a corner to sleep in. A minute to smile and an hour to weep in. A pint of joy to a peck of trouble, And never a laugh but the moans come double. And that is life. A crust and a corner that makes love precious, With a smile to warm and tears to refresh us, And joy seems sweeter when cares come after, And a moan is the finest of foils for laughter. And that is life.”
Quote by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Work
The Collected Poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar
This volume brings together a selection of Paul Laurence Dunbar's poetry, reflecting his talent in both traditional and African American dialect forms. Dunbar's work often addresses themes of racial identity, love, and nature, and is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth. more
Author
Paul Laurence Dunbar
Paul Laurence Dunbar was an American poet, born on June 27, 1872, and died on February 9, 1906. He is one of the most celebrated black poets in American literary history, known for his poetry and short stories. more