The Affectionate Shepherd by Richard Barnfield

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Author Barnfield, Richard, 1574-1627
Editor Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard), 1820-1889
LoC No. a10000909
Title The Affectionate Shepherd
Note Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Affectionate Shepherd" by Richard Barnfield is a pastoral poem written during the late 16th century, specifically in 1594. This work can be classified as a poetic narrative that explores themes of love and desire through the lens of pastoral life, emphasizing the beauty and simplicity of the rural setting. The poem reflects the Elizabethan poetic tradition, highlighting the emotional struggles of love within a bucolic context. The narrative centers on the character Daphnis, a shepherd who laments his unrequited love for Ganymede, a beautiful young boy. Daphnis expresses his deep affection and sorrow, grappling with feelings of desire and despair as he observes Ganymede's interactions with another, Guendolen. Through vivid imagery and lyrical verses, Daphnis invites Ganymede to accept his love, offering tantalizing visions of their shared life in nature, filled with pleasures and carefree delights. The poem ultimately portrays the tension between idealized love and the painful realities of affection, encapsulating the emotional turmoil of the shepherd in a world where true love remains elusive. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Pastoral poetry, English
Category Text
EBook-No. 19902
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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