MOESTA ET ERRABUNDA

Series: The Three Hills and Other Poems

The poem explores themes of longing, nostalgia, and the contrast between the harsh realities of urban life and the idealized beauty of nature and childhood innocence. The speaker addresses Agatha, expressing a deep yearning for an escape from the squalor of the city, which is depicted as a "filthy sea." The speaker contrasts this with the allure of the ocean, symbolizing freedom and solace, and a distant paradise filled with love and joy. The repetitive invocation of Agatha emphasizes a shared sense of sorrow and desire for a return... AI Generated Content

~1857 CE
Available in: English
Fairly Difficult

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