'Winter (Shakespeare)' Summary

The poem "Winter" by William Shakespeare is a reflection on the cold and harshness of winter. The speaker describes the bleak landscape, the bare trees, and the frozen ground. He also notes the absence of birds and flowers, and the long nights and short days. Despite the harshness of winter, the speaker finds some beauty in the season. He notes the beauty of the snow-covered landscape and the joy of a warm fire on a cold night. He also finds comfort in the fact that winter will eventually give way to spring.