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Poems of Justice
Hardcover
Poetry AnthologiesGeneral PoetryPoverty & Social Work
ISBN13: 9781025910062
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 328
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Poems of Justice is a profound and stirring collection of verse compiled by Thomas Curtis Clark, focusing on the essential themes of social equity, labor rights, and the moral imperative of fairness. Assembled during the height of the Social Gospel movement in the early twentieth century, this anthology serves as a powerful testament to the role of literature in advocating for the marginalized and oppressed. The poems selected for this volume bridge the gap between spiritual devotion and social action, urging readers to recognize the divine call for justice in an era marked by industrial struggle and economic disparity.
The work features a wide range of poets who lend their voices to the cause of the working class, addressing the harsh realities of poverty while maintaining a vision of a more compassionate world. Through rhythmic and emotive language, the collection explores the dignity of labor, the necessity of brotherhood, and the enduring hope for a society where justice flows like a mighty stream. Poems of Justice is not only a significant historical record of American social thought but also a timeless call to conscience that continues to inspire those seeking to address systemic inequality through the power of the written word.
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