The Pain and Sorrow of Evil Marriage by Wynkyn de Worde
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"The Pain and Sorrow of Evil Marriage" by Wynkyn de Worde is a humorous poetic tract written during the early 16th century, likely in the period surrounding the English Renaissance. This book addresses the trials and tribulations of marriage, using irony and satire to explore the societal and personal woes faced by husbands confronted with their wives' expectations and behaviors. It serves as both a cautionary tale and a reflection on the
nature of marital relationships. The narrative is structured around the perspective of a husband who reflects on the burdens of marriage and the wisdom he gains from the experience. Through a series of witty verses, he laments the challenges posed by an unpredictable wife, discussing themes such as jealousy, financial stress, and the societal pressures of matrimony. With a blend of dark humor and realistic portrayal, the husband navigates the complexities of his relationship, ultimately suggesting that avoidance of marriage might be preferable to enduring its pitfalls. The text uses biblical references and employs a range of poetic devices to engage readers while delivering its critique of marital life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Worde, Wynkyn de, -1535? |
|---|---|
| Title | The Pain and Sorrow of Evil Marriage |
| Credits |
Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Marriage -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32445 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 229 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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