The Farewell of Clarimonde
The poem tells the story of a romantic and tragic love affair between Clarimonde, a beautiful and alluring woman, and a young knight who falls deeply in love with her. The knight becomes obsessed with Clarimonde, abandoning his duties and responsibilities for her sake. Despite their passionate love, their social differences and the disapproval of the knight's family and friends threaten to tear them apart. In the end, the lovers are forced to part ways, leaving the knight heartbroken and longing for Clarimonde until his death.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1899 · Genre: Romance, Gothic, Poetry · 412 words
First lines
(Suggested by the "Clarimonde" OF Theophile Gautier.)
Adieu, Romauld! But thou canst not forget me. Although no more I haunt thy dreams at night, Thy hungering heart forever must regret me, And starve for those lost moments of delight.
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The Farewell of Clarimonde is listed on Textopian as a poem by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, dated 1899 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Gothic, Poetry, Fantasy, Drama
- Length: 412 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central theme revolves around a passionate and intense love affair.
- Gothic — The narrative includes elements of the supernatural and dark romanticism.
- Poetry — The writing style is lyrical and poetic, with a focus on emotional expression.
- Fantasy — The story involves fantastical elements such as otherworldly journeys and supernatural occurrences.
Tags
Romance · Poetry · Farewell · Love · Loss · Grief · Separation · Longing · Nostalgia · Melancholy · Sorrow · Heartbreak