Paul Laurence Dunbar
1872–1906
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SympathyI know what the caged bird feels, alas!When the sun is bright on the upland slopes;21 linesMerry AutumnIt's all a farce,—these tales they tellAbout the breezes sighing,40 linesCommon ThingsI like to hear of wealth and gold,And El Doradoes in their glory;20 linesEncouragedBecause you love me I have much achieved,Had you despised me then I must have failed,4 linesEncouragementWHO dat knockin' at de do'?Why, Ike Johnson, -- yes, fu' sho!56 lines
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