Consideration by Gelett Burgess
Consideration is a humorous poem written by Gelett Burgess that pokes fun at the idea of being considerate towards others. The poem highlights how people often prioritize their own needs over those of others, and how this can lead to frustration and conflict. It encourages readers to think about the impact of their actions on others and to strive for greater consideration in their daily lives.
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Didactic · 73 words
First lines
When you're old, and get to be Thirty-four or forty-three, Don't you hope that you will see Children all respect you?
Will they, without being told, Wait on you, when you are old, Or be heedless, selfish, cold?
I _hope_ they'll not neglect you!
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Consideration is listed on Textopian as a poem by Gelett Burgess, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Gelett Burgess
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Children's Literature, Didactic
- Length: 73 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The themes and language are simple and moralistic, often found in literature aimed at children.
- Didactic — The text aims to teach a moral lesson about respect and care for elders.
Tags
humor · satire · poetry · social commentary · Victorian era · literary critique · absurdism · whimsy · irony · character study · philosophical · narrative style