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Here is a collection of sixty of the finest love quotes by poets, drawn from the pens of bards of many historical periods and several nationalities (we’ve saved these Shakespeare quotes about love for another article). Those who have not written these love quotes and verses in English appear here in translation:
Shakespeare undermines this tradition in the first sequence of 126 sonnets, which are intimate in tone and clearly written in the voice of a male narrator and addressed to a young male lover, a “lovely boy” (sonnet 126) who possesses great beauty yet lacks virtue.
5 gru 2004 · The phrase " carpe diem," from a quote by Horace, means "seize the day," and is often used to describe persuasive poetry designed to convince the object of the poet’s desire to make love—for time is short, as the argument goes, and anything might happen.
12 cze 2019 · Now, it’s time to consider ‘desire’ in poetry in all its forms, from erotic and romantic desire to the theme of ‘wants’ and longings more broadly. Here are ten of the very best poems about desire of all kinds. Edmund Spenser, ‘My Love Is Like to Ice, and I to Fire’.
These poems tantalize the senses, evoke intense emotions, and explore the depths of passion with their intimate verses. In this article, we will take a deeper dive into the world of erotic poetry, its origins, influences, and showcase some captivating examples that resonate with this alluring theme. Índice.
‘The Definition of Love’ portrays love as born from despair and impossibility, forever thwarted by fate, yet eternally profound.
This article delves into some of Lorde's notable poems that specifically deal with sexuality, showcasing her ability to challenge societal norms and empower marginalized voices. Índice 1.