“Slight was the thing I bought, small was the debt I thought, Poor was the loan at best - God! but the interest!”
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
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