Appeal
by Anne Brontë
'Appeal' Summary
Appeal by Anne Brontë is a poem that explores the themes of love, loss, and longing. The poem is written in a confessional style, with the speaker directly addressing the object of their affection. The speaker expresses their deep love for the person they are addressing, and their desperation to be with them. However, the speaker also acknowledges that their love is not reciprocated, and they must come to terms with the fact that they will never be together. The poem is both heartbreaking and hopeful, as it explores the complex emotions of love and loss. Brontë's use of vivid imagery and evocative language creates a powerful and moving poem that will resonate with readers of all ages.Book Details
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Anne Brontë
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Anne Brontë was an English novelist and poet, and the youngest member of the Brontë literary family. Anne Brontë was the daughter of Patrick Brontë, a poor Irish clergyman in the...
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