Gracia by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1881)
The poem tells the story of a woman named Gracia who lives in a small village surrounded by mountains. She is known for her beauty and kindness, but also for being extremely proud and haughty. One day, a stranger arrives in the village, and Gracia falls deeply in love with him. However, she refuses to show her feelings, fearing that he will not reciprocate them. The stranger eventually leaves, and Gracia is left alone, realizing too late that she should have expressed her emotions.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1881 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 354 words
First lines
Nay, nay, Antonio! nay, thou shalt not blame her, My Gracia, who hath so deserted me. Thou art my friend, but if thou dost defame her I shall not hesitate to challenge thee.
"Curse and forget her? " So I might another, One not so bounteous-natured or so fair; But she, Antonio, she was like no other -- I curse her not, because she was so rare.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1881 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Classical Literature, Philosophical Fiction
- Length: 354 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and relationships.
- Drama — The narrative includes emotional conflict and intense personal interactions.
- Classical Literature — The style and language are reminiscent of classical literary traditions.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Love · Relationships · Marriage · Infidelity · Deception · Heartbreak · Sorrow · Longing · Desire · Passion