The theme is that winners don't always look like they are winners.
Both Sonnet 130 by William Shakespeare and the poem "When Great Dogs Fight" by Ray A. Young Bear explore the theme of the contrast between appearance and reality. In Sonnet 130, Shakespeare discusses the speaker's realistic view of his lover's imperfections, while in "When Great Dogs Fight," the poet uses the metaphor of the dogs fighting to symbolize the clash of power and aggression in society. Both works demonstrate a deeper understanding beyond surface appearances.
Appearance versus reality
Every sonnet has a different theme.
The theme of the Sonnet 32 by Shakespeare was "handsome youth."
Hopeless love
hopeless love
The first section of a sonnet, known as the octave, typically sets the theme by presenting the problem or question that the poet explores. It consists of the first eight lines of the sonnet.
Sonnet is the genre defined by form rather than theme. A sonnet is a poetic form with specific characteristics such as 14 lines, a specific rhyme scheme, and a fixed structure. The theme of a sonnet can vary widely, but the form remains consistent.
Love. Nostalgy.
The theme of a sonnet typically revolves around love, nature, time, beauty, or mortality. Sonnets often explore complex emotions or convey deep philosophical reflections within strict structural constraints.
never give up
The form of a sonnet, with its strict structure and rhyme scheme, can contribute to the development and exploration of the theme. The limited number of lines forces the poet to be concise and precise in their expression, allowing for a focused exploration of the theme within a controlled framework. Additionally, the volta or thematic shift in the sonnet's structure can emphasize the contrast or resolution related to the theme.