The poem is a humorous and satirical take on the societal expectations of marriage and relationships. It describes a man's obsessive love for his wife, which borders on possessiveness and jealousy. He sees her as his property, to be cherished and protected at all costs. The tone is lighthearted but also slightly dark, highlighting the absurdity of these expectations in modern society.
By Franklin P. Adams · First published 1924 · Genre: Poetry, Satire, Domestic Fiction