To Suleika
The poem is a lamentation of the loss of a loved one, Suleika, who has died young and beautiful. The speaker reflects on their past relationship with her, recalling moments of joy and intimacy. He expresses his grief and longing for her return, but acknowledges that she is now lost to him forever.
By Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe · First published 1806 · Genre: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Philosophical Poetry · 110 words
First lines
FITTING perfumes to prepare,
And to raise thy rapture high, Must a thousand rosebuds fair
First in fiery torments die.
One small flask's contents to glean,
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- Date: 1806 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Lyric Poetry, Romanticism, Philosophical Poetry, Nature Poetry, Symbolism
- Length: 110 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Lyric Poetry — The work is characterized by its emotional expression and personal reflection, typical of lyric poetry.
- Romanticism — Themes of love, nature, and individual experience align with the principles of Romanticism.
- Philosophical Poetry — The exploration of deeper existential themes and the nature of suffering reflects philosophical inquiry.
- Nature Poetry — Imagery related to nature and its beauty is prevalent, emphasizing the connection between human emotion and the natural world.
Tags
Poetry · Romance · Love Letter · 18th Century Literature · German Literature · Classical Poetry · Sonnet · Lyric Poetry · Nature Imagery · Emotional Expression · Intimacy · Sensuality