Some Verses: Sonnets: THE RUBY

Name: Some Verses: Sonnets: THE RUBY
Author: Helen Hay Whitney

The Ruby is a collection of sonnets by Helen Hay Whitney, published in 1891. The collection is composed of fourteen sonnets, each of which is devoted to a different gemstone. The sonnets explore the beauty and symbolism of each gemstone, as well as the emotions and experiences associated with them. The first sonnet, “The Ruby,” is a tribute to the beauty and power of the ruby. The poem speaks of the ruby’s ability to bring joy and passion to the wearer, and to inspire courage and strength. The second sonnet, “The Emerald,” is a tribute to the emerald’s ability to bring peace and serenity. The poem speaks of the emerald’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring hope and healing. The third sonnet, “The Sapphire,” is a tribute to the sapphire’s ability to bring wisdom and insight. The poem speaks of the sapphire’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The fourth sonnet, “The Diamond,” is a tribute to the diamond’s ability to bring strength and courage. The poem speaks of the diamond’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The fifth sonnet, “The Amethyst,” is a tribute to the amethyst’s ability to bring balance and harmony. The poem speaks of the amethyst’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The sixth sonnet, “The Topaz,” is a tribute to the topaz’s ability to bring joy and happiness. The poem speaks of the topaz’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The seventh sonnet, “The Opal,” is a tribute to the opal’s ability to bring creativity and imagination. The poem speaks of the opal’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The eighth sonnet, “The Turquoise,” is a tribute to the turquoise’s ability to bring protection and healing. The poem speaks of the turquoise’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The ninth sonnet, “The Garnet,” is a tribute to the garnet’s ability to bring loyalty and devotion. The poem speaks of the garnet’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The tenth sonnet, “The Aquamarine,” is a tribute to the aquamarine’s ability to bring courage and strength. The poem speaks of the aquamarine’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The eleventh sonnet, “The Peridot,” is a tribute to the peridot’s ability to bring prosperity and abundance. The poem speaks of the peridot’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The twelfth sonnet, “The Onyx,” is a tribute to the onyx’s ability to bring courage and strength. The poem speaks of the onyx’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The thirteenth sonnet, “The Moonstone,” is a tribute to the moonstone’s ability to bring intuition and insight. The poem speaks of the moonstone’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace. The fourteenth sonnet, “The Pearl,” is a tribute to the pearl’s ability to bring purity and innocence. The poem speaks of the pearl’s ability to bring clarity and understanding, and to bring joy and peace.

By Helen Hay Whitney · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Fiction · 166 words

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Ah -- she was fair, this daughter of a queen! Jewels upon her breast's soft fall of snow, Jewels -- in golden hair -- and fierce aglow, The gem of pride upon her brow serene! Sleeping soft moonstone, emerald's baleful green, A single sapphire, singing soft and low Of wars for beauty's sake in years ago, And flaming opal -- wed with tourmaline.

Yet was there one great stone she might not wear, And so her eyes were weary, and her mouth Curved in the listless line of vain desire.

No diamond pure was hers the right to bear, But -- crimson poison petal of the South -- The ruby shone in deep unholy fire.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Helen Hay Whitney
Date: 1898 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Romance, Fiction
Length: 166 words
Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The title of the book includes the word 'Verses' and 'Sonnets', indicating that the book is a collection of poems.
Romance — The title of the book includes the word 'Ruby', which is often associated with love and romance.
Fiction — The book is written by Helen Hay Whitney, indicating that it is a work of fiction.