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This poem reflects the true nature of alcoholism and its hold on man. You
have to read between the lines to understand this poem. This is an old
poem written in the early 1930's and was written after prohibition and the
effects of the 18th amendment. Alcoholism even back then was considered a
social problem that got way out of hand and that is why the 18th amendment
was enacted even though that created organized crime against the government
and then the 21st amendment was created. In todays society alcoholism is
so widespread that it has become a mental illness within oneself. I think
everyone should read this poem and the burdens that each alcoholic bears.
Darla Wheeler from United States