When Day Is Done

When Day is Done

by Edgar A. Guest

This collection of poems by Edgar A. Guest, known as the 'people's poet,' delves into the essence of everyday American life. It celebrates the traditional values of home, family, country, and faith, conveying a sense of warmth and humor through his homespun verses. The poems offer reflections on life's simple joys, challenges, and enduring truths, resonating with readers who appreciate traditional themes and heartfelt expressions of human experience.

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Edgar A. Guest was an American poet and journalist, born on August 20, 1881, in Birmingham, England. He moved to the United States with his family when he was ten years old, and grew up in Detroit, Mi...

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