“I finally concluded that all failure was from a wobbling will rather than a wobbling wheel.”
Quote by Frances E. Willard
Work
A Wheel within a Wheel - How I learned to Ride the Bicycle with Some Reflections by the Way
This title suggests a personal journey of acquiring the ability to ride a bicycle, with the central metaphor of 'a wheel within a wheel' implying layers of understanding or balance involved in the process. The phrase 'reflections by the way' indicates that the narrative goes beyond mere instruction to include philosophical or contemplative observations gathered along the path of learning. The work appears to blend practical aspects of bicycle riding with broader meditations on perseverance, physical coordination, and the passage through life stages. The dual wheel imagery may also evoke themes of cycles, momentum, and the recurring nature of challenges faced during skill acquisition. more
Author
Frances E. Willard
Frances E. Willard was a distinguished American suffragist and leader of the women's suffrage movement. Born on September 28, 1839, and deceased on February 17, 1898, she dedicated her life to the fight for women's right to vote. Willard's contributions were pivotal in advancing the women's suffrage movement in the United States. more