Study Guides for Shakespeare's Sonnets
Essential information for students of any level: detailed annotations, scholarly analysis of each sonnet, and paraphrases in contemporary English.
The Darling Buds of May: A Guide to Sonnet 18
A detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 18: "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day", with annotations, glossary, paraphrase in contemporary English, and critical analysis - everything a student needs to know about Shakespeare's most popular sonnet.
A detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 18: "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day", with annotations, glossary, paraphrase in contemporary English, and critical analysis - everything a student needs to know about Shakespeare's most popular sonnet.
In Disgrace with Fortune: A Guide to Sonnet 29
An in-depth examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 29, with annotations, paraphrase in contemporary English, and analysis.
An in-depth examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 29, with annotations, paraphrase in contemporary English, and analysis.
Nor the Gilded Monuments - A Guide to Sonnet 55
A detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 55, with annotations, a paraphrase in modern English, and commentary.
A detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 55, with annotations, a paraphrase in modern English, and commentary.
That Time of Year: A Guide to Sonnet 73
An analysis of Shakespeare's inspired sonnet, hailed as one of the best poems in English. Included is a paraphrase of the poem in contemporary English, annotations, commentary, and analysis excerpts from the work of scholars John Berryman and John Crowe Ransom.
An analysis of Shakespeare's inspired sonnet, hailed as one of the best poems in English. Included is a paraphrase of the poem in contemporary English, annotations, commentary, and analysis excerpts from the work of scholars John Berryman and John Crowe Ransom.
Sinful Treasure: A Guide to Sonnet 75
A glimpse into the mind of an insecure and troubled man deeply upset by his "rival poet." This guide is complete with detailed annotations, a paraphrase in contemporary English, and commentary.
A glimpse into the mind of an insecure and troubled man deeply upset by his "rival poet." This guide is complete with detailed annotations, a paraphrase in contemporary English, and commentary.
The Marriage of True Minds: A Guide to Sonnet 116
An analysis of one of Shakespeare's most popular sonnets. Included is a paraphrase of the poem in contemporary English, full explanatory notes, and a detailed commentary.
An analysis of one of Shakespeare's most popular sonnets. Included is a paraphrase of the poem in contemporary English, full explanatory notes, and a detailed commentary.
My Mistress' Eyes: A Guide to Sonnet 130
Sonnet 130 is the poet's pragmatic tribute to his uncomely mistress, commonly referred to as the dark lady because of her dun complexion. This detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 130 has everything you need to succeed.
Sonnet 130 is the poet's pragmatic tribute to his uncomely mistress, commonly referred to as the dark lady because of her dun complexion. This detailed examination of Shakespeare's Sonnet 130 has everything you need to succeed.
Desire is Death: A Guide to Sonnet 147
Is Sonnet 147 autobiographical? Did Shakespeare really have an affair with a raven-haired seducer? Come explore this complex poem, complete with annotations and a detailed commentary.
Is Sonnet 147 autobiographical? Did Shakespeare really have an affair with a raven-haired seducer? Come explore this complex poem, complete with annotations and a detailed commentary.