Romney by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1887)

Name: Romney
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox

The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who falls deeply in love with a man named Romney. Despite their strong feelings for each other, they are separated by social class and familial obligations. The protagonist must navigate the complexities of her emotions and the societal pressures that threaten to keep them apart. Throughout the narrative, themes of love, sacrifice, and personal identity are explored as the protagonist grapples with the consequences of following her heart.

By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1887 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Drama · 237 words

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Nay, Romney, nay-I will not hear you say Those words again: "I love you, love you sweet! " You are profane-blasphemous. I repeat, You are no actor for so grand a play.

You love with all your heart? Well, that may be; Some cups are fashioned shallow. Should I try To quench my thirst from one of those, when dry- I who have had a full bowl proffered me-

A new bowl brimming with a draught divine, One single taste thrilled to the finger-tips? Think you I even care to bathe my lips With this poor sweetened water you call wine?

And though I spilled the nectar ere 'twas quaffed, And broke the bowl in wanton folly, yet I would die of my thirst ere I would wet My burning lips with any meaner draught.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Date: 1887 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Drama, Philosophical
Length: 237 words
Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a focus on meter and rhyme.
Romance — The central theme revolves around love and romantic relationships.
Drama — The dialogue and emotional intensity suggest dramatic elements.
Philosophical — The text explores deep questions about the nature of love and human experience.