Labor and the Angel

"Labor and the Angel" by Duncan Campbell Scott is a compilation of poetry from the late 1800s exploring how hard work, love, and what it means to be human all go hand in hand. The poems show how society was becoming more concerned with people's struggles and the emotions tied to everyday life; the key poem uses the image of a blind man working hard and the kind women that guides him to show how love supports hard work and effort. Scott captures the idea that hardship and hope exist together, emphasizing the struggle and the tenderness that nourishes the hearts of those who toil. The other poems look at nature’s patterns, shifting seasons, and the intense emotions that bind people together, creating a beautiful picture of happiness, love, sorrow, and dreams as humans try to find meaning of life's problems.