
Endymion
'Endymion' Summary
The poem begins with a description of Endymion, a young shepherd who is loved by all who know him. He is described as being beautiful, innocent, and pure. One day, while sleeping in a cave, Endymion is visited by Diana, the moon goddess. She is struck by his beauty and falls deeply in love with him. Diana asks Zeus, the king of the gods, to grant Endymion eternal sleep so that she can visit him whenever she wishes. Zeus grants her request, and Endymion is transported to a cave on Mount Latmos where he sleeps forever. Diana visits him every night, and their love is immortalized in the stars. Longfellow's *Endymion* is a celebration of love, beauty, and the power of nature. It is a story of longing, desire, and the eternal cycle of life and death. The poem is written in a lyrical and evocative style, and it is full of imagery and symbolism. The poem also explores themes of immortality, the power of nature, and the human desire for love. Longfellow's *Endymion* is a classic work of literature that continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.Book Details
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
United States
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator whose works include "Paul Revere's Ride", The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. He was the first American to translate Dante Alighieri's Di...
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