Harriet Monroe, ed. (1860–1936). The New Poetry: An Anthology. 1917.
The Wonderful MorningFenton Johnson
From “Two Negro Spirituals”
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I am to go and meet my Jesus
Riding on His white horse.
When it is morning in the cornfield
I am to be there in my glory.
Shout, my brethren! Shout, my sisters!
I am to meet the King of Morning
Way down in the cornfield.