This Modern Machine Age

This modern machine age
Wakes a noise
If not of Hell, inhuman
Inspired by.

In the general uproar
That flame-shot
With lost souls filled, convulsive
Hear; and sigh.

In each separate whine,
Rough grating
Those cave-shackled; those drag chains
Pains, more I.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Smith  Avatar
July 1, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Silence its a very rare thing.
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July 7, 2026 at 7:13 AM
Thanks Alison
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