"The Princess" is a poem written by Alfred Tennyson in 1847. The poem tells the story of a princess who is mourning the loss of her lover, who has died in battle. She is visited by his ghost, who appears to her in a dream and speaks to her of his love and fidelity. Despite his death, the princess finds comfort in his words and is able to find peace and closure. The poem explores themes of love, loss, and the afterlife, and is known for its beautiful language and haunting imagery.
By Alfred Tennyson · First published 1842 · Genre: Poetry, Victorian, Romance