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Shakespeare wrote a total of 154 sonnets, and they express emotion in such a way that 400 years after his death, we still connect with his words. The cadence and rhythm resonate with our deeper selves, and each Sonnet is nothing short of a perfect fourteen-line view into the heart of Shakespeare.
Curtis Strite
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∙ 11y agoThe available evidence suggests that the manuscript poems underlying the publication, Shakespeare's Sonnets, were created as private correspondence from the poet. Consequently, there is probably much therein which reflected his personal feelings. However, written communication can dissemble even more easily than can the spoken word, particularly when presented as a sonnet. The best guess of the true feelings behind each sonnet can be arrived at only after an assessment of all the evidence relevant to that poem. Read more on these issues at the link below to The Biography in Shakespeare's Sonnets.
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Who are sonnets 127-152 of shakespeare about or for?
In the absence of direct evidence from the author, we can only theorize on the answers to this question, based on other available information.There is much evidence to suggest that Sonnets 1-126 were addressed to Shakespeare's patron, Henry Wriothesley and that they represented correspondence between the pair. There are also several peculiarities of their publication, in 1609, with Sonnets 127 -154 and a longish poem, A Lover's Complaint. Taking all into account, it becomes probable that Sonnets 127-154 were similarly supplied by Shakespeare to his patron and that they deal mainly with their mutual girlfriend, a dark-haired and dark-eyed woman (who, so far, is not yet identified beyond reasonable doubt).Read more on the subject at The Biography in Shakespeare's Sonnets - at the link below.
But thy eternal summer shall not fade?
This is a line from one of Shakespeare's most beautiful sonnets - number 18.The sonnet claims that the beauty of its addressee will remain forever preserved at its peak, through the power of the poem. So far - over 400 years later - the boast holds true!The addressee was probably Henry Wriothesley, a young earl who was Shakespeare's patron. Read more at the following link to: The Biography in Shakespeare's Sonnets.
What is the name of Shakespeare's male lover?
It is not by any means clear that Shakespeare had a "male lover" of any kind. He did write some of his sonnets to a man, for whom he cared deeply, but that is far from proof of any kind of sexual affair. This man has sometimes been identified with Henry Wriothesley, which is possible and perhaps even likely.
Who did Shakespeare fight?
As far as we know Shakespeare never fought with anyone.
Why does Jonson approve of Shakespeare being buried far away from Chaucer and Spenser and Beaumont?
The writings of Chaucer, Spenser, and Beaumont belong to a different literary style and period. Actually that may be true of Chaucer, but not of Spenser and Beaumont who were Shakespeare's contemporaries. Spenser was a poet and sonnetteer just like Shakespeare (his sonnets are quite similar), and Beaumont was a playwright, who even had the same partner as Shakespeare (Fletcher) No, in his dedicatory ode which appears in the First Folio he says this: I will not lodge thee by Chaucer or Spenser or bid Beaumont lie A little further to make thee room; Thou art a monument without a tomb And art alive still while thy book doth live And we have wits to read, and praise to give. Jonson is saying that there is no need to bury Shakespeare because he is immortal through his art, a sentiment which Shakespeare often expressed in his sonnets.
Who are sonnets 127-152 of shakespeare about or for?
In the absence of direct evidence from the author, we can only theorize on the answers to this question, based on other available information.There is much evidence to suggest that Sonnets 1-126 were addressed to Shakespeare's patron, Henry Wriothesley and that they represented correspondence between the pair. There are also several peculiarities of their publication, in 1609, with Sonnets 127 -154 and a longish poem, A Lover's Complaint. Taking all into account, it becomes probable that Sonnets 127-154 were similarly supplied by Shakespeare to his patron and that they deal mainly with their mutual girlfriend, a dark-haired and dark-eyed woman (who, so far, is not yet identified beyond reasonable doubt).Read more on the subject at The Biography in Shakespeare's Sonnets - at the link below.
But thy eternal summer shall not fade?
This is a line from one of Shakespeare's most beautiful sonnets - number 18.The sonnet claims that the beauty of its addressee will remain forever preserved at its peak, through the power of the poem. So far - over 400 years later - the boast holds true!The addressee was probably Henry Wriothesley, a young earl who was Shakespeare's patron. Read more at the following link to: The Biography in Shakespeare's Sonnets.
What is the name of Shakespeare's male lover?
It is not by any means clear that Shakespeare had a "male lover" of any kind. He did write some of his sonnets to a man, for whom he cared deeply, but that is far from proof of any kind of sexual affair. This man has sometimes been identified with Henry Wriothesley, which is possible and perhaps even likely.
Who did Shakespeare fight?
As far as we know Shakespeare never fought with anyone.
Why does Jonson approve of Shakespeare being buried far away from Chaucer and Spenser and Beaumont?
The writings of Chaucer, Spenser, and Beaumont belong to a different literary style and period. Actually that may be true of Chaucer, but not of Spenser and Beaumont who were Shakespeare's contemporaries. Spenser was a poet and sonnetteer just like Shakespeare (his sonnets are quite similar), and Beaumont was a playwright, who even had the same partner as Shakespeare (Fletcher) No, in his dedicatory ode which appears in the First Folio he says this: I will not lodge thee by Chaucer or Spenser or bid Beaumont lie A little further to make thee room; Thou art a monument without a tomb And art alive still while thy book doth live And we have wits to read, and praise to give. Jonson is saying that there is no need to bury Shakespeare because he is immortal through his art, a sentiment which Shakespeare often expressed in his sonnets.
What happened to William Shakespeare in 1560?
As far as we can tell, it was a quiet year for him, unlike 1608 (Blackfriars Theatre acquired by a group including Shakespeare, Pericles published), 1609 (the sonnets published) or 1613 (he retired, Globe Theatre destroyed).
What did Shakespeare do different than anyone else who lived during that time?
Shakespeare did not necessarily do anything different from anybody else, but he did a number of things better. Had Marlowe lived, there may have been a close rivalry between them as far as the preeminent playwright was concerned. Shakespeare managed to profit from his acting, playwrighting, and ownership in the acting company, and the two theaters in which they performed, as well as real estate deals back home in Stratford, on top of writing his sonnets and mentoring young playwrights to succeed him.
Has shakespeare written about traveling to the moon?
Not as far as we know.
Did Shakespeare and Anne have a happy marriage?
As far as we know, they did.
What is Shakespeare's legacy?
Shakespeare is most known for the plays and sonnets he left behind. At the same time, he is known for his mastery of the English language, his command of the style of the English, and his dominance of the form of the English language. In other words, Shakespeare was a master of words. He is also known for his Biblical references. It is said that over 1200 references to the Bible have been found within Shakespeare's works. Here are a few examples: "There's a divinity that shapes our ends, Rough-hew them how we will; There is a special providence in the fall of a sparrow." (from Hamlet). This passage is showing the divinity of God. "Wisdom cries out in the streets, And no man regards it." (from Henry IV, Part I) This is a paraphrasing of Proverbs 1 from the Bible. "Therefore, friends, As far as to the sepulchre of Christ, Whose soldier now, under whose blessed cross We are impressed and engaged to fight... Holy fields Over whose acres walked thos blessed feet, Which fourteen hundred years ago were nail'd For our advantage on the bitter cross." (from Henry IV, Part I) This passage obviously talks about the crucifixion of Christ. I've given you enough quotes, so let me just summarize it now. Shakespeare is known as 1) A Master of Words and 2) The Bard of the Bible. All the work he left for us to enjoy.
When did shakespeare went to London who did he take with him?
Nobody, as far as we know.
Where did shakespeare write his poems?
I may be interpreting your question incorrectly, but I'm going to answer this question in 2 parts.1. You may be asking who was Shakespeare - Shakespeare was a poet and playwrite.2. Many poems exist that refer to Shakespeare. Here are some examples:In Remembrance of Master William Shakespeare by Sir William Davenant.On Shakespeare`s Sonnets by MiltonShakespeare by Matthew Arnold
