The poem explores the theme of time and its effects on human life. It describes time as a thief that steals away youth, beauty, and vitality, leaving only decay and death in its wake. The speaker laments the passing of time, mourning the loss of loved ones and the fleeting nature of earthly pleasures. Despite this, the poem also touches on the idea that time can be transcended through art and memory, suggesting that even as our physical bodies succumb to the ravages of time, our spirits can live... AI Generated Content
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