“Out of the night you burn, Manhattan, In a vesture of gold-- Spun of innumerable arcs, Flaring and multiplying-- Gold at the uttermost circles fading Into the tenderest hint of jade, Or fusing in tremulous twilight blues, Robing the far-flung offices, Scintillant-storied, forking flame, Or soaring to luminous amethyst Over the steeples aureoled.”
Quote by Lola Ridge
Work
The Ghetto, and Other Poems
This volume compiles a series of poems that delve into the complexities of life in a ghetto, addressing issues such as economic hardship, cultural identity, and the human spirit amidst adversity. more
Author
Lola Ridge
Lola Ridge was an American poet born on December 12, 1873, and died on May 19, 1941. Her poetry is known for its strong personal emotion and profound social consciousness, reflecting issues such as the working class and women's rights. more
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