A Lover's Complaint by William Shakespeare
"A Lover's Complaint" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem that was likely written during the late 16th to early 17th century, a time period synonymous with the English Renaissance. This work serves as a poignant exploration of themes such as love, betrayal, and the consequences of lust, capturing the turmoil of the heart and the complexities of human emotions. The poem conveys the story of a young woman who recounts her
seduction by a charming youth and the aftermath of that encounter, highlighting the emotional struggles that ensue. The narrative unfolds as the speaker reflects on her experiences with a captivating young man who initially enchants her with his beauty and wit. As she recounts her story to a sympathetic elder, she reveals her internal conflict and the pain of having given herself to someone who ultimately proves to be untrustworthy. The poem vividly describes her sorrow and disillusionment, as she grapples with the societal implications of her choices and the loss of her honor. Ultimately, "A Lover's Complaint" serves as a powerful depiction of the vulnerability that accompanies love and the harsh realities that can follow betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Lover's Complaint |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Lover%27s_Complaint |
| Credits |
This etext was prepared by the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry -- Early modern, 1500-1700 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1543 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 256 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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