The poem explores the theme of jealousy and its destructive power in a romantic relationship. It describes how a loving partnership turns sour when one partner becomes consumed by jealousy, leading to accusations, mistrust, and ultimately, the demise of love. The speaker reflects on the birth of this jealousy, tracing it back to a careless word or glance that sparked the flame of suspicion.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1895 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Mythology