Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American poet and author born on November 5, 1850, in Johnstown, Wisconsin. She grew to prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captivating audiences with her heartfelt verse and keen insights into the human experience. Wilcox's work often explored themes of love, life, and the power of positive thinking, reflecting her belief in the transformative nature of optimism. Her most famous poem, "Solitude," begins with the memorable lines, "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone," capturing her ability to connect deeply with her readers.

Throughout her prolific career, Wilcox published numerous poems, essays, and novels, becoming a beloved figure in American literature. Her approachable style and relatable themes make her work a pleasure to read, even today. If you're curious about her unique perspective and the lyrical beauty of her writing, take a moment to explore her collection in this app. You might find that her words resonate with you just as they have with countless others over the years.

Beauty Making

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Ella Wheeler was born in 1850 on a farm in Johnstown, Wisconsin, east of Janesville, the youngest of four children. The family soon moved no…

Christmas Fancies

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A popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. H…

True Culture

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of True Culture by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. This was the Weekly Poetry project for December 16, 2012…

Maurine and Other Poems

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This is a volume of earlier poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. The Title poem, Maurine, is a narrative poem about the tragedy and happiness of t…

Snowed Under

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Snowed Under by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for December 22, …

The Age of the Motored Things

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The Age of the Motored Things by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between humanity and technology.…

Sun Shadows

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. This Weekly Poem is taken from her collection…

Go Plant A Tree

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude&quo…

A Golden Day

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LibriVox volunteers bring you recordings of A Golden Day by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for March 31, 2019…

Compassion

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her works include Poems of Passion and Solitude, which contains the lines "Laugh,…

A Bachelor to a Married Flirt

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude&qu…

To The Women of Australia

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A popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she expresses sentiments of cheer and optimism in plainly written, rhyming verse. H…

The Englishman and Other Poems

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This is a volume of beautiful and evocative poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. - Summary by Carolin

The Kingdom of Love

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This is a volume of poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, named after the poem 'the Kingdom of Love'. - Summary by Carolin

A Book for the King

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 20 recordings of A Book for the King by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.This was the Weekly Poetry project for July 23, 20…

The Cuisine

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet, who was considered a popular poet rather than a literary poet, in her poems she express…

A Pin

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her best-known work was Poems of Passion. Her most enduring work was "Solitude&quo…

The Empty Bowl

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Empty Bowl by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.This was the Weekly Poetry project for February 22, 202…

The Two Ages

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 10 recordings of The Two Ages by Ella Wheeler Wilcox.This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for January 25, 2…

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