poetry analysis
Sonnet 18: Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day?
Explore Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 — its meaning, themes, and why the poet’s words promise eternal beauty beyond time.
Sonnet 29: When in Disgrace with Fortune and Men’s Eyes
Explore Shakespeare’s Sonnet 29 — a moving journey from despair to joy, where the thought of love restores the poet’s faith and worth.
Sonnet 130: My Mistress’ Eyes Are Nothing Like the Sun
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Sonnet 116: Let Me Not to the Marriage of True Minds
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Sonnet 73: That Time of Year Thou Mayst in Me Behold
Explore Shakespeare’s Sonnet 73 — a moving reflection on aging, time, and love that grows stronger in the face of mortality.
How to Read a Shakespeare Sonnet
Learn how to read Shakespeare’s sonnets with confidence — understanding structure, rhythm, imagery, and meaning.