THE UNDERTONE

Series: Poems of Purpose

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

The poem explores the theme of a romantic relationship where the speaker's emotions are suppressed due to societal expectations and fear of judgment. The undertone refers to the underlying feelings of love and passion that cannot be expressed openly. The speaker describes the tension between their desire for freedom and the need to conform, highlighting the struggle to balance individuality with social norms. AI Generated Content

~1896 CE

Available in: English