The tongues of toil, and other poems

"The Tongues of Toil, and Other Poems" by William Francis Barnard is a poetic exploration of the late 1800s, shining a light on the lives and difficulties of working people. It speaks for those who struggled under tough conditions, bringing attention to the need for fairness, the desire for freedom, and the importance of treating everyone with respect. The poems cover many different topics, like the problems faced by children working in factories and the ethical questions around the death penalty. They paint a clear picture of the tough lives of poor workers and show their dreams for a better future. The poems encourage people to come together, fight for change, and highlights the need for progress in society, using strong images and emotional language to connect with readers' feelings of compassion and fairness.