Isaura by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1896)
The story revolves around Isaura, a beautiful and talented young woman who lives with her aunt in a small village. She falls deeply in love with a wealthy and handsome man named Harold, but their social differences make their relationship impossible. Despite this, they continue to see each other secretly until Harold's family discovers their affair and forces him to marry another woman of their class. Isaura is devastated by the loss of her lover and eventually dies of a broken heart.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1896 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 395 words
First lines
Dost thou not tire, Isaura, of this play? "What play? " Why, this old play of winning hearts! Nay, now, lift not thine eyes in that feigned way: 'Tis all in vain -- I know thee and thine arts.
Let us be frank, Isaura. I have made A study of thee; and while I admire The practised skill with which thy plans are laid, I can but wonder if thou dost not tire.
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Isaura is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Philosophical, Psychological
- Length: 395 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on rhythm and meter.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love, hearts, and emotional relationships.
- Drama — The narrative explores dramatic elements such as passion, weariness, and emotional conflict.
- Philosophical — The text delves into existential questions about the nature of love and human experience.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Love · Nature · Imagery · Symbolism · Feminine · Emotional · Introspective · Philosophical · Mystical · Spiritual