Unsatisfied by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the theme of unfulfilled desires and the consequences of pursuing material wealth over emotional fulfillment. The narrator describes a life of luxury and extravagance, but one that lacks genuine happiness and connection. The poem suggests that true satisfaction can only be achieved by cultivating meaningful relationships and prioritizing emotional well-being over material possessions.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1894 · Genre: Poetry, Drama, Romance · 579 words
First lines
_The bird flies home to its young_; _The flower folds its leaves about an opening bud_; _And in my neighbour's house there is the cry of a child_. _I close my window that I need not hear_.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Drama, Romance, Philosophical Fiction, Psychological Fiction
- Length: 579 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is written in a poetic form with a focus on rhythm, imagery, and emotional expression.
- Drama — The narrative explores intense emotional conflicts and personal struggles, characteristic of dramatic literature.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love and the complexities of a romantic relationship.
- Philosophical Fiction — The work delves into existential questions and the meaning of life, love, and fulfillment.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · Women Authors · Romantic Era · Love Poems · Heartbreak · Longing · Melancholy · Sorrow · Desire · Passion · Emotional Turmoil