The Kingdom of Love by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
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About this eBook
| Author | Wilcox, Ella Wheeler, 1850-1919 |
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| Title | The Kingdom of Love |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1909 Gay and Hancock edition by David Price |
| Summary | "The Kingdom of Love" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a collection of poems written during the early 20th century. The poems explore themes of love, loss, and the human experience, often reflecting on the complexities of relationships and the deep yearning for connection. Wilcox’s work delves into the emotional landscapes of her characters, celebrating love's beauty while also acknowledging its challenges. At the start of the collection, the titular poem "The Kingdom of Love" introduces the journey of a seeker in pursuit of love. The speaker sets out with hope, encountering various figures who represent different aspects of life—dreams, passions, wealth—only to realize that true love lies in the simple comforts of home. This theme of discovery and the profound realization of where true fulfillment resides continues throughout the opening, setting the tone for the rest of the collection, where love is depicted in various lyrical forms, blending the heartfelt with the philosophical. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3628 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 404 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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