London's Voices Speak to Two Souls -- Who Thus R
The poem explores the speaker's emotional response to the suffering and injustice they witness in London. They hear the "ceaseless hum" of the city and are moved by the "cry of human pain." Despite feeling powerless, they are compelled to act, driven by a sense of moral obligation to do something for those in need. The poem expresses a deep sense of empathy and social responsibility, as the speaker acknowledges the struggle between good and evil, and chooses to take a stand against injustice, even if it seems futile.
By Edith Nesbit · First published 1905 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 385 words
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In all my work, in all the children's play, I hear the ceaseless hum of London near; It cries to me, I cannot choose but hear Its never-ending wail, by night and day.
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London's Voices Speak to Two Souls -- Who Thus Reply is listed on Textopian as a poem by Edith Nesbit, dated 1905 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Edith Nesbit
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Psychological Fiction
- Length: 385 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a specific historical period and includes real locations and events.
- Romance — The plot revolves around the romantic relationships between the characters.
- Drama — The narrative focuses on the emotional and relational development of the characters.
- Psychological Fiction — The narrative delves into the mental and emotional states of the characters.
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Fantasy · Poetry · Spiritual · Philosophical · Mystical · Occult · Esoteric · Victorian Era · British Literature · Classic · Inspirational · Motivational