The Village Wife's Lament by Maurice Hewlett

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Author Hewlett, Maurice, 1861-1923
LoC No. 18020886
Title The Village Wife's Lament
Note Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Village Wife's Lament" by Maurice Hewlett is a poignant poetic work written in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous times of World War I. The poem presents powerful themes of loss, grief, and the impact of war on personal lives, particularly from the perspective of a woman who grapples with the horrors of conflict and the emptiness left in its wake. The narrative unfolds through the voice of the village wife, who reflects on her love for her husband, their dreams, and the stark reality imposed by war. As she moves from the joys of marital bliss to the anguish of separation and loss, the imagery she conjures vividly illustrates the pain of watching loved ones being sent to fight while she yearns for peace. Interspersed with raw emotion, the poem delves into the broader implications of war on families and the natural order of life, questioning the morality of soldiers' fates. Ultimately, "The Village Wife's Lament" is not just a personal story; it powerfully critiques the senselessness of war, inviting readers to reflect on the cost of violence against the backdrop of domestic life and love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Poetry
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EBook-No. 21025
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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