Sisters of Mine by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of female solidarity and empowerment, depicting a utopian society where women are free from patriarchal oppression and live together in harmony. The narrator describes this all-female community as a place where women can be their authentic selves, unencumbered by societal expectations and gender roles.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1886 · Genre: Poetry, Feminist Literature, Social Commentary · 200 words
First lines
SISTERS, sisters of mine, have we done what we could / In all the old ways, through all the new days, / To better the race and to make life sweet and good? / Have we played the full part that was ours in the start, / Sisters of mine?
Sisters, sisters of mine, as we hurry along / To a larger world, with our banners unfurled, / The battle-cry on lips where once was Love's old song, / Are we leaving behind better things than we find, / Sisters of mine?
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1886 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Feminist Literature, Social Commentary, Philosophical Literature
- Length: 200 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse and employs poetic devices such as rhyme and meter.
- Feminist Literature — The themes revolve around the roles and contributions of women, reflecting on their impact and progress.
- Social Commentary — The work critiques societal changes and the evolving roles of women, questioning the balance between progress and traditional values.
- Philosophical Literature — The text explores deep questions about the nature of progress, love, and societal values.
Tags
Family · Sisterhood · Relationships · Women's Fiction · Romance · Drama · Tragedy · Loss · Grief · Love · Marriage · Infidelity