In the Street by Gelett Burgess
The poem "In the Street" by Gelett Burgess describes a chaotic scene of people and animals rushing around in a busy city street. The speaker observes various characters, including a policeman, a woman with a baby carriage, and a man selling newspapers. The poem ends with the line "And so it goes on forever, this maddening, endless race."
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Children's Literature, Humor · 67 words
First lines
Peelings on the sidewalk, Apple-cores and all, Kick them in the gutter; Save some one a fall!
Barrel hoops, glass, and cans, And wires in the street, Kick them in the gutter; You'll save some horse's feet!
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In the Street 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, Humor
- Length: 67 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse form with rhyming lines, characteristic of poetry.
- Children's Literature — The simple language and moral lesson about cleanliness and safety suggest it is aimed at a younger audience.
- Humor — The playful tone and light-hearted approach to a mundane topic indicate a humorous intent.
Tags
urban · poetry · city life · observations · everyday experiences · social commentary · modernism · impressions · vignettes · cultural reflections · human behavior · street scenes