When we Two Parted by Lord Byron
The poem describes a moment of separation between two lovers, with the speaker lamenting their parting and expressing regret for his own role in it. The tone is melancholic and introspective, with a focus on the emotional pain caused by the separation.
By Lord Byron · First published 1816 · Genre: Romantic Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Elegy · 255 words
First lines
When we two parted In silence and tears, Half broken-hearted To sever for years, Pale grew thy cheek and cold, Colder thy kiss; Truly that hour foretold Sorrow to this.
The dew of the morning Sunk chill on my brow - It felt like the warning Of what I feel now. Thy vows are all broken, And light is thy fame; I hear thy name spoken, And share in its shame.
They name thee before me, A knell to mine ear; A shrudder comes o'er me - Why wert thou so dear? They know not I knew thee, Who knew thee so well - Long, long I shall rue thee, Too deeply to tell.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Lord Byron
- Date: 1816 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romantic Poetry, Lyric Poetry, Elegy, Confessional Poetry
- Length: 255 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romantic Poetry — The poem explores themes of love, loss, and emotional pain, characteristic of Romantic poetry.
- Lyric Poetry — The poem expresses personal emotions and thoughts, typical of lyric poetry.
- Elegy — The poem laments the end of a relationship, similar to the mournful tone of an elegy.
- Confessional Poetry — The poem reveals intimate feelings and personal experiences, aligning with confessional poetry.
Tags
Poem · Romanticism · Love · Loss · Separation · Longing · Memory · Nostalgia · Regret · Pain · Sorrow · Heartbreak