The poem "To Cynthia, on Concealment of Her Beauty" by Alice Meynell explores the idea that true beauty lies in the hidden aspects of a person, rather than their physical appearance. The speaker argues that Cynthia's inner beauty is more attractive than any outward appearance could ever be, and that this concealment of her beauty is what makes it truly beautiful. The poem suggests that the act of hiding one's true self can be a form of self-expression and a way to protect oneself from the judgments of others. AI Generated Content