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Debs and the Poets (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Ruth Le Prade

 
9781331749271: Debs and the Poets (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book brings together the voices of some of the most prominent writers and thinkers of the early 20th century to celebrate the life and legacy of Eugene V. Debs, a labor leader and socialist politician who was imprisoned for his political beliefs. The book presents a collection of poems and letters from figures like H.G. Wells, George Bernard Shaw, and Upton Sinclair, all of whom shared a deep admiration for Debs and his commitment to social justice. The book examines the nature of political persecution and the importance of freedom of speech, highlighting the contrast between Debs's unwavering commitment to his ideals and the government's attempt to silence his voice. It paints a powerful portrait of a man who was imprisoned for standing up for what he believed in, and explores the enduring legacy of his fight for equality and social justice. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling glimpse into a crucial moment in American history and a moving testament to the power of individual conviction in the face of oppression.

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Excerpt from Debs and the Poets (To E. V. D.) By Witter Bynner Nine six five three, Numbers heard in heaven, Numbers whispered breathlessly, Mystical as seven, Numbers lifted among starsTo acclaim and hailAnother heart behind the bars, Another God in jail, Tragic in their symmetry, Crucified and risen, Nine six five three, From Atlanta Prison. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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