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Shakespeare wrote 154 sonnets published in his ‘quarto’ in 1609, covering themes such as the passage of time, mortality, love, beauty, infidelity, and jealousy. The first 126 of Shakespeare’s sonnets are addressed to a young man, and the last 28 addressed to a woman – a mysterious ‘dark lady’.
- Sonnet 2
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- Iambic Pentameter
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- Sonnet 2
Here, he explains to his lover that knowing the fleeting duration of life and love engenders an appreciation of both. Just as his lover appreciates the sun’s warmth during fall and winter, a metaphor for a lifespan running its course, he hopes his lover will appreciate him all the more.
Best Shakespeare Love Sonnets. 1 Sonnet 18: Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day? 2 Sonnet 129: The expense of spirit in a waste of shame; 3 Sonnet 116: Let me not to the marriage of true minds; 4 Sonnet 98: From you have I been absent in the spring; 5 Sonnet 29: When in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyes
Explore each of Shakespeare’s 154 sonnets, with links to their corresponding analyses. Click on any sonnet to reveal the full poem text, with a short summary of the sonnet.
Looking for sonnet poem examples? Check out our analysis of 10 famous sonnets to learn why this poetic form is so important.
With their strict structure of 14 lines and 10 syllables per line, sonnets provide a framework within which love can be explored, celebrated, and mourned. In this article, we will delve into the world of sonnet poems about love, exploring their beauty and significance through examples that showcase the power of this timeless form.
Shakespeare love sonnets are intensely personal and address the deep issues of life. Love is dealt with most comprehensively. Critics over the centuries have been fascinated by the two main subjects of the love sentiments – the ‘fair young man’ and the ‘dark lady.’
