Answered
The novel explores the theme of women's rights and independence through the story of a young woman who rejects an arranged marriage to pursue her own ambitions. The protagonist faces opposition from her family and society, but ultimately finds happiness and fulfillment on her own terms.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1869 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Philosophical · 50 words
First lines
Why did I never sing a song to you? Dearest! To you again, behold the question start. To mine own pulses have I ever sung? Or do I read a rhyme unto my beating heart?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
- Date: 1869 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Philosophical, Literary Fiction
- Length: 50 words
- Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romance — The text addresses themes of love and personal connection.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and poetic.
- Philosophical — The text explores introspective and existential questions.
- Literary Fiction — The work focuses on character development and emotional depth.
Tags
Christian Fiction · Religious Fiction · Spiritual Fiction · Women's Fiction · American Literature · 19th Century Literature · Romance · Drama · Family Life · Marriage · Motherhood · Faith