The Englishman
The story revolves around an American woman who falls in love with an English aristocrat while traveling abroad. Despite their differences in social class and nationality, they get married and settle in England. However, the woman struggles to adapt to the strict rules of aristocracy and the coldness of her husband's family. As she navigates this new world, she begins to realize that her husband is not as romantic or passionate as she thought, leading to a crisis in their relationship.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1897 · Genre: Poetry, Patriotic Literature, Social Commentary · 279 words
First lines
Born in the flesh, and bred in the bone, Some of us harbour still A New World pride: and we flaunt or hide The Spirit of Bunker Hill. We claim our place, as a separate race, Or a self-created clan; Till there comes a day when we like to say, ‘We are kin of the Englishman.'
For under the front that seems so cold, And the voice that is wont to storm, We are certain to find, a big, broad mind And a heart that is soft and warm. And he carries his woes in a lordly way, As only the great souls can: And it makes us glad when in truth we say, We are kin of the Englishman.'
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Patriotic Literature, Social Commentary, Historical Literature
- Length: 279 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse form with a rhythmic and rhyming structure.
- Patriotic Literature — The themes revolve around national pride and identity, particularly in relation to English heritage.
- Social Commentary — The work comments on societal norms and behaviors, such as attitudes towards women and charity.
- Historical Literature — References to historical events and figures, such as the Spirit of Bunker Hill, are present.
Tags
Romance · Novel · Classic Literature · American Literature · Fiction · Love Story · Marriage · Relationships · Social Class · Wealth · Society · Upper Class