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The Pitman’s Pay

The Pitman’s Pay

Thomas Wilson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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9781437293104
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The Pitman’s Pay: And Other Poems is a collection of poetry written by Thomas Wilson and published in 1843. The book features a variety of poems, including The Pitman’s Pay, which tells the story of a coal miner’s struggle to provide for his family on meager wages. Other poems in the collection explore themes such as love, nature, and the human condition. Wilson’s writing is characterized by its vivid imagery and emotional depth, and his work is often compared to that of other Romantic poets of the time. Overall, The Pitman’s Pay: And Other Poems is a compelling and thought-provoking collection of poetry that offers insight into the lives and experiences of everyday people in 19th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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