Love Is Enough

Name: Love Is Enough
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox

The poem explores the idea that love can conquer all and bring happiness, even in the face of poverty and hardship. The speaker argues that with enough love, a couple can be happy despite lacking material possessions. The poem suggests that love is more important than wealth or social status, and that it has the power to transform lives.

By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1900 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 316 words

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Love is enough. Let us not ask for gold. Wealth breeds false aims, and pride, and selfishness; In those serene, Arcadian days of old Men gave no thought to princely homes and dress. The gods who dwelt on fair Olympia's height Lived only for dear love and love's delight. Love is enough.

Love is enough. Why should we care for fame? Ambition is a most unpleasant guest: It lures us with the glory of a name Far from the happy haunts of peace and rest. Let us stay here in this secluded place Made beautiful by love's endearing grace! Love is enough.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Date: 1900 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Classical, Inspirational
Length: 316 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
Romance — The central theme revolves around love and its sufficiency in life.
Philosophical — The text explores philosophical ideas about the value of love over material wealth, fame, and power.
Classical — References to ancient Greek mythology and Arcadian ideals suggest a classical influence.