The poem describes a woman who has been wronged by society and is now seeking revenge. She is portrayed as strong-willed and determined to exact justice for the injustices she has suffered. The speaker of the poem reflects on her past, highlighting instances where she was mistreated and overlooked. The tone is one of outrage and condemnation towards those who have wronged her.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1825 · Genre: Poetry, Religious, Feminist Literature