Just Folks
Heartfelt verses of everyday life in early 20th-century AmericaBy Edgar A. Guest
Length2h 45m
About this audiobook
In "Just Folks," Edgar A. Guest weaves a tapestry of everyday life through his endearing verse, capturing the essence of the common man with warmth and authenticity. Written in a straightforward, accessible style, Guest's poems resonate with a sense of nostalgia and yearning for simpler times, using vivid imagery and relatable themes that celebrate the virtues of humanity. This collection not only reflects the poet's profound appreciation for ordinary experiences but also embodies the spirit of early 20th-century America, a time marked by social change and emerging modernity, making it a significant contribution to American poetry of its era. Edgar A. Guest, often hailed as the 'People's Poet,' penned these verses during a period of personal and national upheaval. Born in 1881 in England and later moving to Detroit, Guest's background as a journalist and his keen observations of life's simplicities led him to prioritize the authentic and unadorned aspects of daily living in his poetry. His commitment to capturing the heart of humanity in his work stems from his own experiences as an immigrant and working-class individual, reflecting the aspirations and concerns of his audience. I highly recommend "Just Folks" to readers seeking a poignant exploration of the human condition expressed through the lens of everyday life. Guest'Äôs poems provide not only comfort and solace but also an invitation to reflect on our shared experiences, making this collection a timeless testament to the beauty found in the ordinary.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length2 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Just Folks
26The Mother on the Sidewalk
2As It Goes
27Memorial Day
3Hollyhocks
28Memory
4Sacrifice
29The Stick-Together Families
5Reward
30Childless
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6See It Through
31The Crucible of Life
7To the Humble
32Unimportant Differences
8When Nellie's on the Job
33Grown Up
9The Old, Old Story
34Departed Friends
10Since Jessie Died
35Laughter
11Hard Luck
36The Scoffer
12Vacation Time
37The Pathway of the Living
13The Little Hurts
38Lemon Pie
14The Lanes of Memory
39The Flag on the Farm
15The Day of Days
40Heroes
16A Fine Sight
41The Mother's Question
17Manhood's Greeting
42The Blue Flannel Shirt
18Fishing Nooks
43Grandpa
19Show the Flag
44Pa Did It
20Constant Beauty
45The Real Successes
21A Patriotic Creed
46The Sorry Hostess
22Home
47Yesterday
23The Old-Time Family
48The Beauty Places
24The Job
49The Little Old Man
25Toys
50The Little Velvet Suit
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