The School-Committee Man by Joseph C. Lincoln
A young man from the city takes a job as a school-committee man in a small town to escape his past mistakes and start anew. He faces resistance from the townspeople who are skeptical of outsiders, but he proves himself through his hard work and dedication. As he becomes more involved in the community, he begins to uncover the underlying issues that have led to the town's stagnation and decline.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Children's Literature · 508 words
First lines
Sometimes when we're in school, and it's the afternoon and late, / And kinder warm and sleepy, don't yer know; / And p'r'aps a feller's studyin' or writin' on his slate, / Or, maybe chewin' paper-balls to throw, / And teacher's sort er lazy, too -- why, then there'll come a knock / And everybody'll brace up quick's they can; / We boys and girls'll set up straight, and teacher'll smooth her frock, / Because it's him -- the school-committee man.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Children's Literature, Social Commentary, Narrative
- Length: 508 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhythm and rhyme, characteristic of poetry.
- Humor — The text uses comedic elements and light-hearted observations about school life and authority figures.
- Children's Literature — The themes and perspective are aimed at a young audience, reflecting childhood experiences and school dynamics.
- Social Commentary — The piece critiques and reflects on the role of authority in educational settings.
Tags
American Literature · Novel · Social Commentary · Satire · Humor · Small-Town Life · Community Politics · School System · Education Reform · Local Government · Politics and Society · Fictionalized Autobiography