I, whom Apollo Sometime Visited

Name: I, whom Apollo Sometime Visited
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

The poem reflects on the speaker's introspection and acceptance of mortality. It begins with a sense of resignation, as the speaker acknowledges the end of their life and the cessation of their struggles. The mention of Apollo suggests a connection to inspiration and creativity, hinting at a past filled with artistic endeavors or divine influence. As the speaker transitions into a state of eternal slumber, they express a desire to escape the burdens of time and change. The imagery of "immeasurable sands of centuries" evokes the relentless passage of time, while "the blanching ink" symbolizes fading memories or lost legacies. The speaker seems to find solace in the idea of oblivion, where the noise of life and the weight of history no longer affect them. The poem explores themes of mortality, the fleeting nature of existence, and the quest for peace in the face of inevitable change. The speaker's acceptance of their fate suggests a deeper understanding of life’s transience, ultimately leading to a contemplative and serene conclusion.

By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1893 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Lyric · 74 words

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I, WHOM Apollo sometime visited, / Or feigned to visit, now, my day being done, / Do slumber wholly; nor shall know at all / The weariness of changes; nor perceive / Immeasurable sands of centuries / Drink of the blanching ink, or the loud sound / Of generations beat the music down.

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Work type: Poem
Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Date: 1893 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Lyric, Romanticism, Symbolism
Length: 74 words
Structure: 1 section, 1 paragraphs

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Poetry — The work is written in verse and employs poetic devices, focusing on themes of time, existence, and the divine.
Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and the nature of perception and reality.
Lyric — The personal and emotional expression of the speaker aligns with the characteristics of lyric poetry.
Romanticism — The work reflects Romantic ideals, such as a focus on individual experience and the sublime.