Poems of Purpose
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
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Poems of Purpose is a collection of reflective and motivational poetry by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, a prominent American poet of the early 20th century. Published in 1919, this volume captures the essence of Wilcox's belief in the power of positive thinking and the importance of purpose in life.
Through her verses, Wilcox explores themes of resilience, love, and the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity. Her accessible language and heartfelt sentiments resonate with readers seeking inspiration and encouragement. Each poem serves as a reminder of the strength found in hope and determination.
Wilcox's work stands out for its blend of personal insight and universal appeal, making it a timeless reflection on the human experience. This collection invites listeners to pause, reflect, and find motivation in the beauty of her words.
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| A Good Sport | 3:51 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| A Son Speaks | 6:05 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| The Younger Born | 4:48 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Happiness | 4:10 | Lu par Ian King | |
| Seeking for Happiness | 2:05 | Lu par Ian King | |
| The Island of Endless Play | 2:24 | Lu par Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| The River of Sleep | 2:04 | Lu par Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| The Things that Count | 2:07 | Lu par Ian King | |
| Limitless | 0:51 | Lu par Carol | |
| What They Saw | 4:08 | Lu par Carol | |
| The Convention | 3:26 | Lu par MaryAnn | |
| Protest | 1:47 | Lu par Rosslyn Carlyle | |
| A Bachelor to a Married Flirt | 4:15 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| The Superwoman | 3:19 | Lu par Carol | |
| Certitude | 1:20 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Compassion | 1:25 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Love | 1:28 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Three Souls | 3:40 | Lu par Julia Niedermaier | |
| When Love is Lost | 2:03 | Lu par Shakira Searle | |
| Occupation | 2:59 | Lu par Carol | |
| The Valley of Fear | 2:56 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| What would it be? | 1:41 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| America | 2:24 | Lu par MaryAnn | |
| War Mothers | 5:12 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| A Holiday | 1:40 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| The Undertone | 2:51 | Lu par Carol | |
| Gypsying | 1:48 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| Song of the Road | 2:08 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| The Faith we Need | 2:41 | Lu par MaryAnn | |
| The Price he Paid | 2:59 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| Divorced | 5:08 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| The Revealing Angels | 4:16 | Lu par MaryAnn | |
| The Well-born | 2:39 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| Sisters of Mine | 1:11 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| Answer | 1:20 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| The Graduates | 3:01 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| The Silent Tragedy | 4:06 | Lu par Carol | |
| The Trinity | 2:29 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| The Unwed Mother to the Wife | 3:20 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| Father and Son | 3:18 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Husks | 2:12 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| Meditations | 4:53 | Lu par Soumen Barua | |
| The Traveller | 2:12 | Lu par Ken Masters | |
| What Have You Done? | 3:00 | Lu par Rani K. |