THE FOOLISH ELM

Series: The Kingdom of Love and other Poems

The poem tells the story of an elm tree that stands tall and proud, believing itself to be stronger than the willow that bends and flexes in the wind. The elm refuses to yield, but ultimately breaks under the force of a strong gale, while the willow survives intact. The poem is an allegory for human pride and the importance of humility. AI Generated Content

~1889 CE
Available in: English
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