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LINCOLN & OTHER POEMS

This book is a compilation of poems that includes a notable piece dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, with additional selections of verse that explore various themes and subjects. more

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Edwin Markham
Edwin Markham

Edwin Markham was an American poet renowned for his profound and evocative poetry. Born on April 23, 1852, in Pomfret, Connecticut, and passing away on March 7, 1940, Markham's work frequently tackled themes of nature, human struggle, and social justice. His most celebrated poem, 'The Man with the Hoe,' is a moving portrayal of the hardships faced by the working class. more

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