by Romantic Poems | Aug 2, 2023 | Poem Analysis
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...
by Romantic Poems | Jul 18, 2023 | Poem Analysis
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...
by Romantic Poems | Jul 10, 2023 | Poem Analysis
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...
by Romantic Poems | May 28, 2023 | Love Poems
Behold the resplendent universe in all its cosmic glory. It’s a celestial theatre, an astounding spectacle of incomprehensible vastness, painted with streaks of nebulous color and studded with diamonds of light. And yet, to those who dare to delve deeper, it...
by Romantic Poems | May 7, 2023 | Poets
The Fireside Poets, a group of 19th-century American poets from the Northeast, left an indelible mark on American literature with their works. They adhered to conventional poetic forms, tackling domestic themes and moral issues, which made their poetry suitable for...