Marcus Wilcox Poetry

Marcus Wilcox is a contemporary poet who wrote the thoughtful poem, ‘Two Women.’ This piece skillfully uses literary devices and imagery, depicting two different women and the way that relates to a single speaker. It is rich with ambiguous allusions and poetic language.

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Two Women

‘Two Women’ by Marcus Wilcox is a thoughtful and complex poem about identity. The speaker spends the text discussing the lives of two different women.

Marcus Wilcox’s 'Two Women' shows the differences between two women—one living a dull, restricted life, and the other full of color and vibrancy. The poet uses simple but strong words to compare their lives, making readers think about identity and change. Wilcox’s poem leaves readers wondering if these two women are separate people or if they represent two parts of one person’s life.

Two Women,

One fights at an electric pan

Making potato cakes

She is young and grey

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