the children are at the loom of another world Their braids are oiled and black, their dresses bright Their assorted heights would make a melodious chime They watch their flickering knots like television as the garden of Islam grows, the bench will be raised Then they will lace the dark-rose veins of the tree-tops The carpet will travel in the merchant's truck It will be spread bye the servants of the mosque Deep and soft, it will give when heaped with prayer. The children are hard at work in the school of days From their fingers the colours of all-that-will-be fly and freeze into the frame of all-that-was.
Carol Rumens was born in 1944.
Carol Rumens has written: 'A necklace of mirrors' 'A strange girl in bright colours' -- subject(s): English poetry 'From Berlin to heaven' 'Plato park'
Carol Rumens uses vivid and evocative language, such as "click of pickets" and "slow snail of shayla," to create a striking image of child laborers. She effectively conveys the harsh conditions and endless repetition of their work through her choice of words and imagery, making the impact of their suffering resonate with the reader.
In her poem, Carol Rumens uses language to vividly depict the harsh reality of child labor by creating strong visual imagery through words. She effectively conveys the emotions and struggles of the child laborers through her use of language, making the reader feel connected to their plight. Rumens's skilful use of language helps create a powerful and haunting image of the lines of child laborers, evoking a sense of empathy and awareness in the reader.
In the second stanza of "Carpet Weavers Morocco," the speaker describes the physical toll that weaving carpets takes on the workers, highlighting their bent posture and cramped working conditions. The weariness and pain of the weavers are contrasted with the beauty and intricacy of the carpets they create, highlighting the stark reality of labor behind such artistry.
Carol Summers has written: 'Carol Summers woodcuts'
Carol Moog has written: '\\'
Carol Carlton has written: '\\'
Carol Duvall has written: 'Paper Crafting with Carol Duvall'
Carol S. Lefkowitz has written: 'The work of Carol Lefkowitz'
Carol Wald has written: 'Carol Wald' -- subject(s): Exhibitions
Carol Hulsizer has written: 'How we live'