A Married Coquette
The story revolves around a married woman who uses her charms to manipulate men, while pretending to be innocent and virtuous. She engages in flirtations with various men, including a young poet, causing chaos and destruction in the lives of those around her. Despite her husband's devotion, she continues to pursue her selfish desires, ultimately leading to tragic consequences.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 1,041 words
First lines
Sit still, I say, and dispense with heroics! I hurt your wrists? Well, you have hurt me. It is time you found out that all men are not stoics, Nor toys to be used as your mood may be. _I will not_ let go of your hands, nor leave you Until I have spoken. No man, you say, Dared ever so treat you before? I believe you, For you have dealt only with _boys_ till to-day.
You women lay stress on your fine perception, Your intuitions are prated about; You claim an occult sort of conception Of matters which men must reason out. So then, of course, when you ask me kindly "To call again soon," you read my heart. I cannot believe you were acting blindly; You saw my passion for you from the start.
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A Married Coquette is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary
- Length: 1,041 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse form with a strong emphasis on rhythm and rhyme.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around romantic relationships and emotional entanglements.
- Drama — The narrative is intense and emotionally charged, focusing on conflict and interpersonal dynamics.
- Psychological Fiction — The work delves into the psychological motivations and inner turmoil of the characters.
Tags
Romance · Marriage · Infidelity · Love Triangle · Social Commentary · Satire · Humor · Wit · Irony · Flirtation · Deception · Seduction