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Whore of Quality
Quality, Whore of
The whore : $b A poem
Mairi, Daniel Lowe, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"The Whore: A Poem" by Whore of Quality is a provocative poem written in the early 18th century. This satirical piece explores themes of sexuality, societal hypocrisy, and gender dynamics, particularly focusing on the definition and perception of women labeled as "whores." The poem critiques the double standards inherent in society, illustrating how both men and women navigate the complexities of desire and morality. In "The Whore," the speaker recounts the plight of women who succumb to societal pressures and desire, often leading them to be labeled as "whores." Through various characters' stories, the poem highlights the role of men in women's degradation while simultaneously questioning the morality associated with sexual freedom. The narrative reflects on the hypocrisy of both religious and legal institutions that condemn women while nurturing the same vices in men. Ultimately, the poem serves as a commentary on the societal constructs that vilify women for actions that men partake in without consequence, exposing the intricate dance of desire, betrayal, and survival in a repressive society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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English poetry -- 18th century
Sexual ethics -- Poetry
Prostitutes -- Poetry
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Category: Poetry
Category: British Literature
Category: Gender & Sexuality Studies
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