In the satirical poem "Pathedy of Manners," by Ellen Kay, the poem contains several dramatic and poetic elements, which in turn create a brilliant satire. Kay's poem is about a successful young woman and the consequences of the choices she makes in her life. As the poem progresses, the young woman begins with an optimistic future- good looks, good education, and a great charisma. However, the woman becomes distraught in her ideals, creating both a dramatic and satirical sense to Kay's poem.

Structurally, the poem consists of seven separate quatrains, complete with an ABBA, CDDC rhyme scheme. The punctuation is correct and formal, indicating no presumptions on account of odd jargon on behalf of the poet, as seen in many other styles of poetry (ex. Dickinson's "There's been a death in the opposite house.") The tone of the poetic satire is one of pity and remorse, for the...