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The Village Wife's Lament

Maurice Hewlett

1918

The Village Wife's Lament is a poignant poem by Maurice Hewlett, first published in 1918 during World War I. It explores themes of loss, grief, and the personal impact of war through the voice of a village wife reflecting on her husband's absence and the dreams shattered by conflict. The poem critiques the senselessness of war, highlighting the emotional turmoil faced by families and the broader implications of violence on domestic life and love.

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A poignant poetic work written in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous times of World War I. The p...

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Maurice Henry Hewlett (1861-1923), was an English historical novelist, poet and essayist. He was born at Weybridge, the...

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