William Blake
The Chimney Sweeper: Songs of Experience
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"The Chimney Sweeper: A little black thing among the snow" by William Blake is a poignant and powerful poem that exposes the harsh realities faced by child chimney sweepers. In this evocative piece, Blake presents the image of a young chimney sweeper, described as "A little black thing among the snow." Blake's words paint a vivid picture of the plight of these young victims of exploitation and serve as a powerful indictment of the societal injustices of his time. Through his emotive verses, Blake challenges readers to confront the suffering of the marginalized and to advocate for a more compassionate and just society.
Publisher: Literal
Language: English
Categories: Poetry, HMH
Published: 1794
Age Rating: Unavailable
Lexile level: Unavailable
In-book translation: Available

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