ADVICE: THE PROBLEM WITH POLYGAMY || by Ella Wheeler Wilcox || Audiobook

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Advice Letter #4

Ella Wheeler Wilcox (November 5, 1850– October 30, 1919) was an American author, journalist and prolific poet, born in Johnstown, Wisconsin. She studied at the University of Wisconsin, and published her first book, Drops of Water (1872), when she was 22 years old. 60,000 copies of her book Poems of Passion (1883) were sold over the course of just two years. Wilcox also published books of fiction and two autobiographies. She is perhaps best remembered for verse tinged with an eroticism that, while rather oblique, was still unconventional for her time.

"Always continue the climb. It is possible for you to do whatever you choose, if you first get to know who you are and are willing to work with a power that is greater than ourselves to do it."
-Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Summary: "A Woman of the World: Her Counsel to Other People's Sons and Daughters" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a collection of heartfelt letters and advice aimed at young men and women, written in the early 20th century. The book offers insights and reflections on love, personal growth, education, and societal expectations. The author addresses various young individuals, each facing unique life challenges, with the intent of guiding them through their formative years and helping them develop strong character and ethical values. At the start of the work, we find the author engaging in intimate correspondence with different young people, offering them candid advice based on their circumstances. In the opening letters, she reflects on the nature of affection and maturity in a relationship, advising a young man named Ray against the romantic ambitions he has towards an older woman, as well as encouraging her niece Winifred in her pursuit of education while emphasizing the importance of balancing knowledge with personal charm. The letters not only provide guidance but also reveal Wilcox’s strong beliefs about self-respect, emotional maturity, and the responsibilities that come with adulthood. Each communication serves as a nurturing reflection on how to navigate the complexities of love and life, setting the tone for the rest of the book.

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