The King's Image
The story revolves around a young woman who becomes disillusioned with the societal expectations placed upon her and begins to question the patriarchal norms of her time. She starts to see the world through a different lens, one that values individuality and autonomy over traditional gender roles. As she navigates this newfound awareness, she must confront the consequences of challenging the status quo and decide whether to conform or forge her own path.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1874 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Allegory · 206 words
First lines
Of iron were his arms; they could have held The need of half the kingdom up; and in His brow were iron atoms too. Thus was He built. His heart, observe, was wrought of gold, Burnished; it dazzled one to look at it. His feet were carved of clay -- and so he fell.
Clay unto clay shall perish and return. The tooth of rust shall gnaw the iron down. The conqueror of time, gold must endure.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
- Date: 1874 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Allegory, Drama, Classical Literature
- Length: 206 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse with a focus on rhythm and imagery.
- Philosophical — The themes explore the nature of human existence and the interplay of different elements within a person.
- Allegory — The narrative uses symbolic figures and actions to convey deeper moral and philosophical meanings.
- Drama — The text contains dramatic elements, such as conflict and resolution, within its poetic structure.
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American Literature · 19th Century · Novel · Social Commentary · Feminism · Women's Rights · Religion · Christianity · Spirituality · Philosophy · Psychology · Self-Discovery