Lady Clare is a poem by Alfred Tennyson, published in 1842. It tells the story of a young woman, Lady Clare, who is in love with a knight, Sir John. She is determined to win his love, but he is too proud to accept her advances. The poem follows Lady Clare as she travels to Sir John's castle, where she is welcomed by his servants. She is determined to win his love, and she spends her days in the castle, singing and playing music for him. She also sends him love letters, but he remains unmoved. Eventually, Lady Clare's persistence pays off and Sir John falls in love with her. They are married and live happily ever after. The poem ends with a moral: that true love will always prevail.
By Alfred Tennyson · First published 1892 · Genre: Romance, Victorian Literature, Poetry