Excerpt from A Woman Sold, and Other Poems
But say, to put the least, You, the Miss Vaughan we men agree to think Worth anyhow such common reverence As good girls like our sisters have from us That you were bought like any lower thing Our Croesus fancies, like the horse that won The Derby last, the picture of the year, The best bred pointer, or the costliest ring; You bought by such a buyer, a cold fool Whose very vices, like his polished airs, His tastes and small-talk, were acquired by dint Of callous perseverance; one who'll own, With a feigned yawn, he's something bored with life, Meaning by life stale sins and selfishness.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book of poetry explores the complexities of womanhood, love, and loss in Victorian society. The author delves into the experience of women within marriage and explores the struggles and sacrifices they faced. Through evocative language and rich imagery, she exposes the societal constraints and limitations placed upon women, examining their search for self-expression and fulfillment. The poems explore themes of heartbreak, longing, and resilience, capturing the nuances of female emotion and experience. The book offers a poignant reflection on the struggles and triumphs of women in a patriarchal society, inviting readers to contemplate the enduring impact of gender roles and expectations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243430819_0
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