In this poem, W.B. Yeats addresses a young woman, praising her beauty and innocence. He tells her that she is like a flower, and that her beauty will never fade. He encourages her to remain true to herself and to never let anyone take away her innocence. He also warns her that she will be tempted by the world, but that she should remain strong and never give in. He ends the poem by wishing her a long and happy life.
By W.B. Yeats · First published 1919 · Genre: Poetry, Romanticism, Literary Fiction