Proximity of the Beloved One
The novel revolves around a young nobleman who becomes infatuated with a woman of lower social standing. He pursues her relentlessly, disregarding the societal norms that prohibit their relationship. The narrative explores themes of love, class, and morality through the protagonist's obsessive pursuit of his beloved one.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1796 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Poetry · 118 words
First lines
I THINK of thee, whene'er the sun his beams
O'er ocean flings; I think of thee, whene'er the moonlight gleams
In silv'ry springs.
I see thee, when upon the distant ridge
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- Date: 1796 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Nature Poetry, Love Poetry, Philosophical Poetry
- Length: 118 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work primarily expresses personal emotions and thoughts, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — The themes of longing and nature reflect the ideals of the Romantic movement.
- Nature Poetry — Nature imagery is prevalent, enhancing the emotional connection to the beloved.
- Love Poetry — The central theme revolves around love and yearning for the beloved.
Tags
Romanticism · Philosophy · Poetry · Love · Longing · Separation · Yearning · Spirituality · Mysticism · Existentialism · Humanism · Emotional