Come to my Window
The work presents a poignant plea from a lover to their beloved, urging them to come to the window for a secret meeting during the night. The speaker expresses a sense of urgency, as their parents are asleep, creating a fleeting opportunity for intimacy. The repeated calls emphasize the emotional weight of the moment, highlighting the tension between desire and the constraints of familial oversight. Throughout the verses, the speaker conveys a deep longing and fear of separation, as the night progresses and dawn approaches. The imagery of the night, with its stars and dew, contrasts with the impending arrival of morning, which symbolizes the return to reality and the potential end of their clandestine encounter. The emotional intensity builds as the speaker's heartache becomes palpable, underscoring their vulnerability and devotion. The work encapsulates themes of youthful love, secrecy, and the bittersweet nature of fleeting moments. The rhythmic structure and lyrical quality enhance the sense of urgency and longing, making it a compelling exploration of romantic desire constrained by societal norms. The speaker's heartfelt entreaty resonates with anyone who has experienced the thrill and anxiety of love in a restrictive environment.
By Sabine Baring-Gould · First published 1898 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Lyric · 237 words
First lines
C. J. S. [Music]
1. Come to my window, my Love, O my Love, Come to my window, my Dear. For my mammy is asleep, And my daddy snoreth deep, Then come, e'er the day-light appear.
2. Come to my window, my Love, O my Love, Come to my window, I pray. O the hours so quickly pass, And the dew falls on the grass. Dear Love come, e'er dawneth the day.
3. Come to my window, my Love, O my Love, Come or my heart strings will break. For the night is speeding by, Soon will morning streak the sky, And my dad and my mam will awake.
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Come to my Window is listed on Textopian as a poem by Sabine Baring-Gould, dated 1898 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Sabine Baring-Gould
- Date: 1898 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Lyric, Folk, Ballad
- Length: 237 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse and employs lyrical language, characteristic of poetry.
- Romance — The themes revolve around love and longing, central to romantic literature.
- Lyric — The emotional expression and personal reflection align with the lyric genre.
- Folk — The content and style suggest a connection to folk traditions and storytelling.
Tags
romance · love · longing · night · yearning · heartbreak · poetry · melancholy · nature · intimacy · secrecy · youth