
Old Maid (Shorter)
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The poems in 'Old Maid (Shorter)' by Dora Sigerson Shorter explore the multifaceted experiences of a woman in her later years. Through poignant imagery and evocative language, Shorter captures the loneliness and isolation that can accompany growing older, particularly for women in a society that often devalues their voices and experiences. However, amidst the melancholy, there is a glimmer of hope and resilience as the speaker seeks to find meaning and purpose in her own life. The collection offers a moving portrait of a woman grappling with the inevitability of time and the complexities of human connection, offering a glimpse into the depths of her inner world.Book Details
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Dora Sigerson Shorter
Ireland
Dora Maria Sigerson Shorter (16 August 1866 – 6 January 1918) was an Irish poet and sculptor, who after her marriage in 1895 wrote under the name Dora Sigerson Shorter. She was born in County Mayo, Ir...
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