The Fool Errant by Amy Lowell is a poem that explores the themes of love, loss, and longing. The speaker of the poem reflects on their past experiences and relationships, and how they have led to their current state of heartbreak and disillusionment. Throughout the poem, Lowell uses imagery and symbolism to convey the idea that life is full of mistakes and regrets, but also full of beauty and wonder. The poem ends with the lines "I am the fool errant, / I have wandered far away from home; / But I know that I shall find my way back, / For I have learned to love the road." This suggests that even though the speaker has made mistakes and experienced loss, they are still hopeful and determined to find their way back to a place of happiness and fulfillment.
By Amy Lowell · First published 1917 · Genre: Fiction, Adventure, Romance