The Summer Girl
The story revolves around a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years. She is now a sophisticated and beautiful woman, but her past is marked by poverty and hardship. As she navigates her rekindled relationships with former friends and acquaintances, she must confront the class differences that have arisen between them. Meanwhile, she finds herself torn between two men who represent different paths in life: one offers wealth and security, while the other embodies passion and creativity.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1905 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Humor · 416 words
First lines
She's the jauntiest of creatures, she's the daintiest of misses, With her pretty patent leathers or her alligator ties, With her eyes inviting glances and her lips inviting kisses, As she wanders by the ocean or strolls under country skies.
She's a captivating dresser, and her parasols are stunning; Her fads will take your breath away, her hats are dreams of style; She is not so very bookish, but with repartee and punning She can set the savants laughing and make even dudelets smile.
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The Summer Girl is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1905 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Humor, Social Commentary, Lifestyle
- Length: 416 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in verse with a rhythmic and rhyming structure.
- Romance — Themes of flirtation, admiration, and potential romantic relationships are central.
- Humor — The writing includes light-hearted and witty descriptions, especially in the context of social interactions.
- Social Commentary — The text provides observations on societal norms and behaviors, particularly regarding fashion and gender roles.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Summer · Love · Nature · Seasonal · Feminine · Whimsical · Dreamy · Idyllic · Rural · Countryside