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Amoretti: A sonnet sequence - AudioBook

Amoretti: A sonnet sequence - AudioBook

By: Edmund Spenser
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 Amoretti by Edmund Spenser is a collection of 89 sonnets celebrating the poet’s courtship and eventual marriage to Elizabeth Boyle. Written in the Petrarchan tradition, the sonnets chronicle themes of love, longing, and devotion, blending passionate desire with spiritual reverence. Spenser portrays love as both a trial and a source of transcendent joy, often drawing on nature and mythological imagery to convey his emotions. Central to the sequence is the idea of love's permanence, culminating in marriage as an enduring union. The series reflects Renaissance ideals of beauty, virtue, and harmony, offering a timeless exploration of romantic and spiritual love. Summary by Dream Audiobooks




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Episodes
  • Amoretti: Sonnets 88, 89 and concluding poem

    Amoretti: Sonnets 88, 89 and concluding poem
    Apr 18 2024
    7 mins
  • Amoretti: Sonnets 85, 86, 87

    Amoretti: Sonnets 85, 86, 87
    Apr 18 2024
    4 mins
  • Amoretti: Sonnets 82, 83, 84

    Amoretti: Sonnets 82, 83, 84
    Apr 18 2024
    4 mins
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