Chants For Socialists

By William Morris

Book Overview

Chants for Socialists is a collection of poems written by William Morris, a British socialist, poet, and designer. The book was first published in 1885 and contains 21 poems that express Morris's political and social beliefs. The poems are written in a simple and direct style and are meant to be recited or sung as chants at socialist gatherings and events. The themes of the poems include the struggle of the working class, the need for social justice and equality, and the hope for a better future. Morris's passion for socialism and his belief in the power of collective action are evident throughout the book. The poems are accompanied by illustrations and designs by Morris himself, which add to the overall aesthetic appeal of the book. Chants for Socialists is a significant work in the history of socialist literature and remains relevant today as a testament to the enduring ideals of social justice and equality.Hear A Word, A Word In Season, For The Day Is Drawing Nigh, When The Cause Shall Call Upon Us, Some To Live, And Some To Die He That Dies Shall Not Die Lonely, Many An One Hath Gone Before; He That Lives Shall Bear No Burden Heavier Than The Life They Bore. Nothing Ancient Is Their Story, E'en But Yesterday They Bled, Youngest They Of Earth's Beloved, Last Of All The Valiant Dead.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162657502
• ISBN13: 9781162657509
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"