WON by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
The novel revolves around a young woman who rejects the conventional marriage proposal from a wealthy man and instead chooses to pursue a career in the medical field. She faces various challenges and obstacles, including sexism and societal expectations, but ultimately finds fulfillment and independence through her work.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1877 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction · 137 words
First lines
Oh, when I would have loved you, Dear, The sun of winter hung more near; Yet not so sweet, so sweet, so sweet, The wild-rose reddening at my feet.
Your lips had learned a golden word, You sang a song that all men heard, Oh, love is fleet, the strain is long. Who stays the singer from her song?
Across my path the red leaves whirled. Dared I to kneel with all the world? How came I, then, to clasp you, Sweet, And find a woman at my feet?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
- Date: 1877 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Literary Fiction
- Length: 137 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love and emotional connection.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is sophisticated and focuses on deep emotional and philosophical themes.
Tags
Feminism · Social Commentary · Women's Rights · Marriage · Love · Relationships · Family · Society · Class Divide · Economic Inequality · Gender Roles · Independence