Basic Information
- Richard Steele : (1672 – 1729)
2. Published date: (Tuesday, July 10, 1711)
English Summary
In this essay, Sir Roger describes his love for a widow. The one he believed to be the only suitable woman for him. He described her as beautiful, intelligent and with a charming personality. He had been pursuing her for a long time hoping to win her heart and make her his wife.
However, his hopes are dashed when the woman he loves rejects his proposal. Sir Roger was deeply hurt and disappointed by her refusal. He felt that he had lost his chance of happiness and that his life would never be as happy as before.
But despite the disappointment, Sir Roger accepted the love’s rejection with grace and dignity. He did not let his love for the widow turn into bitterness or resentment. Rather, he chose other paths to move forward and find happiness in other aspects of his life. His description of his disappointment in love with Sir Roger reflects his maturity. He was able to accept his disappointment and move on with his life. He realizes that true love is not just one person’s feelings for another, but mutual respect, trust and commitment.
He concludes that his experience of disappointment in love ultimately made him a better person and helped him understand the importance of self-care and self-love. It shows that it is possible to find happiness and fulfillment in other aspects of life, even through the stages of depression and heartbreak.
