“With hand on the spade and heart in the sky Dress the ground and till it; Turn in the little seed, brown and dry, Turn out the golden millet. Work, and your house shall be duly fed: Work, and rest shall be won; I hold that a man had better be dead Than alive when his work is done.”
Quote by Alice Cary
Work
The Poetical Works of Alice and Phoebe Cary
This book features a compilation of poems written by the sisters Alice and Phoebe Cary, showcasing their literary contributions and poetic styles. more
Author
Alice Cary
Alice Cary was an American poet born on April 26, 1820, and died on February 12, 1871. Her poetry is known for its delicate emotions and profound thoughts, which had a significant impact on 19th-century American literature. more
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