Hug O'war
Hug O'war - context Summary
From a Light in the Attic
Published in Shel Silverstein’s 1981 children’s collection A Light in the Attic, "Hug O'war" rejects competitive aggression in favor of affectionate play. The speaker contrasts tug-of-war with a communal "hug o' war," imagining laughter, rolling, kissing, and cuddling so that everyone wins. Its simple, playful language and inclusive scenario promote cooperation and warmth, making the poem accessible to children while conveying a clear moral preference for kindness over conflict.
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