Now soon the work was under way

Now soon the work was under way, Each chose the part he was to play: While some who handled hoes the best Brought "Early Roses" from their nest, To turnip-tops some laid their hands, More plied the hook, or twisted bands. And soon the sheaves lay piled around, Like heroes on disputed ground. Now let the eye turn where it might, A pleasing prospect was in sight; For garden ground or larger field Alike a busy crowd revealed: Some pulling carrots from their bed, Some bearing burdens on their head, Or working at a fever heat While prying out a monster beet. Now here two heavy loads have met, And there a barrow has upset,