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Poems of Sentiment

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Poems of Sentiment

Exploring the Emotional Landscape Through Sentimental VerseBy Ella Wheeler Wilcox

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Poems of Sentiment

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In "Poems of Sentiment," Ella Wheeler Wilcox masterfully captures the intricate emotions that govern human experience through her eloquent and heartfelt verse. Written in the late 19th century, this collection embraces themes of love, loss, and the intricacies of interpersonal relationships, showcasing Wilcox's adeptness at fusing lyricism with poignant observation. Her accessible style, characterized by rhythmic simplicity and vivid imagery, resonates with the sentimental literary movement of her time, serving as both an echo of and a departure from the complexities of contemporary poetry. Ella Wheeler Wilcox, a prominent figure in American verse, carved her niche as a poetess who explored the human condition with earnestness and sincerity. Drawing from her own experiences and the societal vicissitudes of her era, she wrote extensively on topics often deemed trivial by her contemporaries. This dedication to sentiment and the exploration of emotions not only contributed to her popularity but also positioned her as a precursor to later movements, such as modern feminism, where emotional expression is valued and celebrated. With its rich emotional tapestry and accessible language, "Poems of Sentiment" is a timeless classic that invites readers to reflect on their own feelings and relationships. Wilcox'Äôs ability to articulate the joys and sorrows of love makes this collection a requisite read for anyone who seeks solace and understanding in poetry.

Poetic Psychological Healing Identity Hopepunk Journey Grief

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GenrePoetry

Length53 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 16, 2019

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE PÆAN OF PEACE

21DEATH’S PROTEST

2“HAS BEEN”

22SEPTEMBER

3DUTY’S PATH

23WAIL OF AN OLD-TIMER

4MARCH

24WAS, IS, AND YET-TO-BE

5THE END OF THE SUMMER

25MISTAKES

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6SUN SHADOWS

26DUAL

7“HE THAT LOOKETH”

27THE ALL-CREATIVE SPARK

8AN ERRING WOMAN’S LOVE

28BE NOT CONTENT

9Part I

29ACTION

10Part II

30TWO ROSES

11A SONG OF REPUBLICS

31SATIETY

12MEMORIAL DAY—1892

32A SOLAR ECLIPSE

13WHEN BABY SOULS SAIL OUT

33A SUGGESTION To C. A. D.

14TO ANOTHER WOMAN’S BABY

34THE DEPTHS

15DIAMONDS

35LIFE’S OPERA

16RUBIES

36THE SALT SEA-WIND

17SAPPHIRES

37NEW YEAR

18TURQUOISE

38CONCENTRATION

19REFORM

39THOUGHTS

20A MINOR CHORD

40LUCK

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