The traditional interpretation of Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s ‘Christabel’, first published in 1816, presents a gothic narrative steeped in moral allegory. Within the tale, Christabel, the innocent maiden, encounters Geraldine, a mysterious and...
Andrew Marvell’s ‘To His Coy Mistress’ is an iconic poem that is often seen as a classic embodiment of the carpe diem tradition in literature. Marvell, a renowned metaphysical poet, uses eloquent language and compelling metaphors to advocate seizing...
In the annals of Victorian poetry, Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s ‘The Lady of Shalott’ (1832) has left an indelible mark with its haunting narrative and vivid imagery. On the surface, it is a tale of a cursed lady isolated within the confines of her...
Pablo Neruda, the celebrated Chilean poet, is known for his passionate and romantic works that explore the complexities and depths of the human experience. “Love Sonnet XI” is no exception, as the speaker in this poem expresses an intense love and desire...