Music, when soft voices die
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'Music, When Soft Voices Die' is a short, evocative poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley that explores the enduring power of art and memory. The poem uses the image of music to symbolize the lasting beauty and impact of things that are lost or fading. It suggests that even after physical voices are silenced, the beauty of music and the emotions it evokes can live on, transcending the limits of mortality. The poem is rich in symbolism and imagery, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of art, love, and the power of memory.Book Details
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Percy Bysshe Shelley
English
Shelley's work was not widely read in his lifetime outside a small circle of friends, poets and critics. Most of his poetry, drama and fiction was published in editions of 250 copies which generally s...
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