An Erring Woman's Love
The poem explores the theme of a woman's unconditional love for her partner despite his flaws and mistakes. The speaker describes how she loves him even when he errs, and that her love is not diminished by his shortcomings. The poem portrays a romantic and idealized view of love, where the speaker's devotion is unwavering and all-encompassing.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1889 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Drama · 3,877 words
First lines
PART I
She was a light and wanton maid: Not one whom fickle Love betrayed, For indolence was her undoer. Fair, frivolous, and very poor, She scorned the thought of toil, in youth, And chose the path that leads from truth.
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An Erring Woman's Love is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1889 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Drama, Victorian Literature, Women's Literature
- Length: 3,877 words
- Structure: 1 section, 65 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and relationships.
- Poetry — The book is written in verse form, characteristic of poetry.
- Drama — The narrative includes dramatic elements and emotional conflicts.
- Victorian Literature — The writing style and themes are reflective of the Victorian era.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Love · Relationships · Women's Rights · Feminism · Victorian Era · American Literature · 19th Century · Social Commentary · Marriage · Infidelity