THE SUPERWOMAN

Series: Poems of Purpose

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

The poem explores the idea of a woman who has achieved perfection and independence, but at the cost of her femininity and emotional life. The Superwoman is described as having masculine qualities, being strong, brave, and intelligent, but also cold, unfeeling, and devoid of maternal instincts. The poem suggests that this kind of empowerment comes at a great personal cost, leaving the woman isolated and unhappy. AI Generated Content

~1912 CE

Available in: English