The Cry of the Author

Name: The Cry of the Author
Author: Harry Graham

This novel explores themes of identity and morality through a protagonist who struggles with his own darkness and the societal expectations placed upon him. The story delves into the complexities of human nature, revealing the blurred lines between good and evil.

By Harry Graham · First published 1907 · Genre: Satire, Humor, Poetry · 536 words

First lines

O my Publisher, how dreadfully you bore me! Of your censure I am frankly growing tired. With your diatribes eternally before me, How on earth can I expect to feel inspired? You are orderly, no doubt, and systematic, In that office where recumbent you recline; You would modify your methods in an attic Such as mine.

If you lived a sort of hand-to-mouth existence (Where the mouth found less employment than the hand); If your rhymes would lend your humour no assistance, And your wit assumed a form that never scann'd; If you sat and waited vainly at your table While Calliope declined to give her cues, You would realise how very far from _stable_ Was the _Mews_!

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Work type: Novel
Author: Harry Graham
Date: 1907 CE
Language: English
Genres: Satire, Humor, Poetry, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction
Length: 536 words
Structure: 1 section, 6 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Satire — The poem uses humor and irony to critique the relationship between the author and publisher, highlighting the absurdities of the publishing world.
Humor — The work employs witty language and comedic elements to entertain while addressing serious themes.
Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter typical of poetic works.
Social Commentary — The poem reflects on societal issues such as economic disparity and the struggles of creative professionals.