Lays Of Common Life (1890)

Lays of Common Life is a collection of poems written by William Toynbee and published in 1890. The book features a series of verses that depict the everyday experiences of ordinary people in rural England during the late 19th century. The poems are written in a simple and accessible style, using vivid imagery and natural language to capture the beauty and struggles of common life. Toynbee's work reflects his deep appreciation for the natural world and his sympathy for the working-class people who lived close to it. The book is divided into several sections, each exploring a different aspect of common life, from the joys of rural living to the hardships of poverty and labor. Throughout the collection, Toynbee celebrates the resilience and dignity of ordinary people, offering a powerful tribute to the human spirit. Lays of Common Life is a timeless work of poetry that continues to resonate with readers today.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.