'Prisoner In A Dungeon Deep' Summary

The poem unfolds with the speaker, a captive in a dungeon, lamenting their confinement. The speaker emphasizes the darkness, cold, and isolation of their prison. They yearn for their beloved, whose memory provides a glimmer of hope. The poem portrays the emotional rollercoaster of the speaker, alternating between despair and moments of optimistic reflection. The speaker's yearning for freedom and the love they feel for their distant beloved serve as a powerful driving force. The poem concludes with a plea to their love, seeking solace and liberation from their current state.