
LABOR AND THE ANGEL
TO MY WIFE
LABOR AND THE ANGEL.
THE HARVEST.
WHEN SPRING GOES BY.
MARCH.
IN MAY.
THE ONONDAGA MADONNA.
WATKWENIES.
AVIS.
A lyrical meditation that intertwines the rhythm of the fields with the pulse of the human heart, this work follows an unnamed “angel” who appears beside a blind laborer and a steadfast girl. Their quiet partnership, set against swirling leaves and golden light, becomes a moving portrait of service, love, and the quiet heroism found in everyday toil. Through vivid nature imagery the narrative suggests that true strength emerges not from grand gestures but from the humble, persistent acts that sustain life.
The book unfolds as a seamless blend of poetry and prose, inviting listeners to contemplate the dignity of work and the compassion that lifts us beyond hardship. Its gentle, almost hymn‑like voice offers both comfort and challenge, urging a deeper appreciation for the unseen hands that build our world. Ideal for anyone seeking a reflective, heart‑warming listening experience.
Language
en
Duration
~58 minutes (56K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-11-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1947
A leading voice among Canada’s Confederation Poets, he is remembered for lyrical nature writing and for a public career that has made his legacy deeply contested. His life and work sit at the crossroads of Canadian literature and one of the country’s most painful histories.
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