To M. s. G by Lord Byron (1817)
The poem explores the theme of unrequited love and the speaker's longing for a woman who is already engaged to another man. The speaker is aware that his love will never be reciprocated but cannot help himself from expressing his feelings. He is torn between his desire for the woman and his sense of honor, which prevents him from pursuing her.
By Lord Byron · First published 1817 · Genre: Romantic Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Tragic Romance · 414 words
First lines
Whene'er I view those lips of thine, Their hue invites my fervent kiss; Yet, I forego that bliss divine, Alas! it were-unhallow'd bliss.
Whene'er I dream of that pure breast, How could I dwell upon its snows! Yet, is the daring wish represt, For that,-would banish its repose.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Lord Byron
- Date: 1817 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romantic Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Tragic Romance, Victorian Poetry
- Length: 414 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romantic Poetry — The poem expresses deep emotions of love, longing, and unrequited affection, characteristic of romantic poetry.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem is a personal expression of the speaker's emotions and thoughts, typical of lyric poetry.
- Tragic Romance — The theme of unattainable love and the speaker's acceptance of a doomed relationship aligns with tragic romance.
- Victorian Poetry — The poem's style and themes reflect the sensibilities of the early 19th century, often associated with Victorian poetry.
Tags
romanticism · poetry · love · longing · melancholy · nature · beauty · emotion · introspection · yearning · elegy · personal