Love by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1883)
The poem explores the theme of love and its transformative power. It describes how love can elevate and redeem individuals, bringing them joy, peace, and a sense of fulfillment. The speaker reflects on the ways in which love has changed their life, making them more compassionate, gentle, and selfless. Through the use of vivid imagery and metaphor, the poem conveys the intense emotions and feelings associated with romantic love.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1883 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical · 155 words
First lines
DREAMING of love, the ardent mind of youth Conceives it one with passion's brief delights, With keen desire and rapture. But, in truth, These are but milestones to sublime heights After the highways, swept by strong emotions, Where wild winds blow and blazing sun rays beat, After the billows of tempestuous oceans, Fair mountain summits wait the lover's feet.
The path is narrow, but the view is wide, And beauteous the outlook towards the west Happy are they who walk there side by side, Leaving below the valleys of unrest, And on the radiant altitudes above Know the serene intensity of love.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Philosophical, Inspirational
- Length: 155 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse form, employing meter and rhyme.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and romantic relationships.
- Philosophical — The text explores deep and reflective ideas about the nature of love and human emotions.
- Inspirational — The work aims to inspire readers with its depiction of love as a sublime and elevating experience.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Love poems · Relationships · Emotions · Passion · Intimacy · Desire · Longing · Heartfelt · Sincerity · Tenderness