Guilo by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1887)
The story revolves around a young Italian nobleman named Guilio who falls deeply in love with a beautiful peasant girl named Nerina. Despite their differing social classes, the two share a passionate and all-consuming romance. However, their happiness is short-lived as Guilio's family forbids him from pursuing the relationship, citing the vast difference in their social stations. Heartbroken, Guilio reluctantly agrees to marry a woman of his own class, but he remains emotionally torn between his duty and his love for Nerina.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1887 · Genre: Romance, Poetry, Drama · 342 words
First lines
Yes, yes! I love thee, Guilo; thee alone. Why dost thou sigh, and wear that face of sorrow? The sunshine is to-day's, although it shone On yesterday, and may shine on to-morrow.
I love but thee, my Guilo! be content; The greediest heart can claim but present pleasure. The future is thy God's. The past is spent. To-day is thine; clasp close the precious treasure.
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Guilo is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1887 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Poetry, Drama, Philosophical
- Length: 342 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around expressions of love and romantic relationships.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and rhyming patterns.
- Drama — The emotional intensity and personal conflicts suggest dramatic elements.
- Philosophical — The text explores deeper reflections on love, time, and human emotions.
Tags
Romance · Novel · American Literature · Fiction · Classic · Historical Fiction · Love Story · Tragedy · Drama · Family Saga · Social Class · Wealth