The Coming Man
The poem explores the idea of a future where women and men are equal, with the "coming man" being one who will respect and appreciate women's independence and individuality. The narrator describes this future man as someone who will not try to dominate or control women, but rather will work alongside them as equals.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1899 · Genre: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical · 393 words
First lines
Oh! not for the great departed, Who formed our country's laws, And not for the bravest-hearted, Who died in freedom's cause, And not for some living hero To whom all bend the knee, My muse would raise her song of praise -- But for the man _to be_.
For out of the strife which woman Is passing through to-day, A man that is more than human Shall yet be born, I say. A man in whose pure spirit No dross of self will lurk; A man who is strong to cope with wrong, A man who is proud to work.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical, Social Commentary, Futurism
- Length: 393 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a rhythmic and lyrical quality.
- Inspirational — The themes focus on hope, future potential, and the ideal qualities of a future man.
- Philosophical — The work contemplates the nature of humanity and the evolution of human character.
- Social Commentary — The text reflects on contemporary social issues and the role of individuals in societal progress.
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Poetry · American Literature · Feminist Literature · Philosophical · Spiritual · Mystical · Esoteric · Occult · Theosophy · New Thought · Christianity · Religion