
The Wish
'The Wish' Summary
"The Wish" is a beautiful and inspiring poem written by Ella Wheeler Wilcox. It is a moving piece of literature that explores the theme of hope and the power of positive thinking.
The poem tells the story of a person who is going through a difficult time. They feel lost and alone, and they are not sure how to move forward. However, instead of giving up, they make a wish. They wish for hope and happiness, and they believe that their wish will come true.
Through the power of positive thinking, the person in the poem is able to find the strength to keep going. They are able to see the beauty in the world and to believe that their wish will come true. The poem is a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we can find hope and inspiration.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox's writing is truly remarkable. She has a way of capturing the beauty of the world and the human spirit in her writing. Her use of language is both powerful and moving, and it has the ability to touch the hearts of readers.
"The Wish" has become one of Wilcox's most famous works, and it is easy to see why. The poem is a testament to the enduring power of great literature.
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Ella Wheeler Wilcox
United States
Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American author and poet. Her works include Poems of Passion and Solitude, which contains the lines "Laugh, and the world laughs with you; weep, and you weep alone." Her aut...
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