Remembered by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of nostalgia and longing for a past love that has been lost. The speaker recounts memories of a romantic relationship that has ended, but still holds a special place in their heart. They recall the joy and beauty of the time spent together, as well as the pain and sorrow of its demise.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1892 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Classical Literature · 161 words
First lines
His art was loving; Eres set his sign Upon that youthful forehead, and he drew The hearts of women, as the sun draws dew. Love feeds love's thirst as wine feeds love of wine; Nor is there any potion from the vine Which makes men drunken like the subtle brew Of kisses crushed by kisses; and he grew Inebriated with that draught divine.
Yet in his sober moments, when the sun Of radiant summer paled to lonely fall, And passion's sea had grown an ebbing tide, From out the many, Memory singled one Full cup that seemed the sweetest of them all- _The warm red mouth that mocked him and denied_.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Classical Literature, Drama
- Length: 161 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse, with a focus on rhythm, meter, and poetic devices.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love, passion, and relationships.
- Classical Literature — The writing style and language are characteristic of classical literary traditions.
- Drama — The emotional intensity and exploration of human experiences suggest dramatic elements.
Tags
Poetry · Romance · Love · Loss · Grief · Memory · Nostalgia · Emotional · Introspective · Personal · Reflective · Melancholic