“Through this broad street, restless ever, ebbs and flows a human tide, wave on wave a living river; wealth and fashion side by side; Toiler, idler, slave and master, in the same quick current glide.”
Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
Work
The Works of Whittier, Volume III (of VII) Anti-Slavery Poems and Songs of Labor and Reform
This volume is part of a seven-volume set, showcasing Whittier's poetry focused on the abolition of slavery and social reforms. The poems and songs reflect Whittier's advocacy for social justice and labor rights. more
Author
John Greenleaf Whittier
John Greenleaf Whittier was an American poet known for his sympathy towards the working class and his advocacy for social justice. His poetry extensively covered social, political, and moral issues, profoundly influencing American literature in the 19th century. more
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