Sonnet, to the same (Genevra) by Lord Byron
The poem is a lamentation of lost love and regret. The speaker addresses Genevra, expressing his longing for her presence and his sorrow at their separation. He acknowledges that he was wrong to leave her and now suffers the consequences of his actions. The poem's tone is melancholic and introspective, with the speaker reflecting on his past mistakes and the pain they have caused him. He implores Genevra to return to him, but also acknowledges that she may not be willing to do so. Throughout the poem, the speaker grapples with feelings of guilt, regret, and longing, ultimately concluding that he is forever changed by their separation.
By Lord Byron · First published 1816 · Genre: Poetry, Romantic, Love · 168 words
First lines
Thy cheek is pale with thought, but not from woe, / And yet so lovely, that if Mirth could flush / Its rose of whiteness with the brightest blush, / My heart would wish away that ruder glow: / And dazzle not thy deep-blue eyes - but, oh! / While gazing on them sterner eyes will gush, / And into mine my mother's weakness rush, / Soft as the last drops round heaven's airy bow.
For, through thy long dark lashes low depending, / The soul of melancholy Gentleness / Gleams like a seraph from the sky descending, / Above all pain, yet pitying all distress; / At once such majesty with sweetness blending, / I worship more, but cannot love thee less.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Lord Byron
- Date: 1816 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romantic, Love, Melancholic
- Length: 168 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured as a sonnet, a traditional poetic form, and employs rhyme and meter.
- Romantic — The themes of beauty, emotion, and admiration align with Romantic ideals.
- Love — The poem expresses deep admiration and affection, characteristic of love poetry.
- Melancholic — The tone and imagery convey a sense of gentle melancholy and introspection.
Tags
Poem · Sonnet · Romanticism · Love · Heartbreak · Pain · Longing · Yearning · Desire · Passion · Jealousy · Obsession