| Author |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Title |
A Lover's Complaint
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1543
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| Summary |
"A Lover's Complaint" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem written during the late 16th century. This literary work, classified as a dramatic monologue, explores themes of love, betrayal, and the emotional turmoil that follows a romantic relationship gone awry. Shakespeare's capacity for character depth and emotion is highlighted through the voice of the wronged woman who recounts her disillusionment and heartache. The poem begins with a description of a grieving young woman who has been seduced and abandoned by a charming but untrustworthy young man. As she reflects on her lost love, she reveals her deep feelings of despair and deceit, contrasting the allure of his superficial beauty with the profound betrayal she experienced. While recounting her story to a reverend man, she emphasizes the power of love and desire that led her astray, acknowledging her vulnerability in the face of his cunning ways. Through her lament, she critiques the nature of love and the societal expectations placed upon women, ultimately depicting her internal struggle with guilt, shame, and the desire for redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1137 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 4, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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