In the poem "To Another Housewife," the composer, Judith Wright, expresses the inevitability of change in life through the use of various language techniques such as rhyme, rhythm, alliteration, hyperboles and a selection of vividly descriptive words. The aspects of change that are targeted within the poem include changes that are influenced by age, situation and sentiment. The poem is also greatly influenced by the context of the author, in that her views on environmental issues and gender inequality are also woven ingeniously throughout the poem, creating a strong, underlying message to the audience.

On the surface of the poem, Wright tells a vibrant story about the change that occurred between the subject's childhood life and her life as mother, wife and consequently a housewife. The title of the poem "To another housewife", creates a personal level to the poem and also makes way for the conversational style...