Shakespeare poems

Poetry is defined as the art of writing or speaking, in a rhythmical verse in order to express beautiful, imaginative thoughts. It aims to seek understanding, as it is the mark of human nature. Poems are expressed in a clear manner that directly indicates to the responder its main concerns in relation to the period of the poem. The following poems are selected as part of an analysis for this essay, “Poor soul, the centre of my sinful earth” is written by Shakespeare (1564- 1616) in the Elizabethan period and “When I have fears”, written by John Keats (1795- 1821) in the Romantic period.

The poem “Poor soul, the centre of my sinful earth” is related specifically to the Elizabethan period. This poem introduces many of the themes that will define the passage of human life in time. It attempts to explain the nature of time as it passes and it acts on immortality. The use of dense writing is created throughout the whole poem as it is shaped by a variety of ideas...