Classic and Contemporary Poetry: Explained

"With rue my heart is laden" is a poem by Alfred Edward Housman, first published in 1896 as part of his collection of poems titled "A Shropshire Lad." The poem is a meditation on the theme of loss and regret, and explores the relationship between memory, emotion, and the passage of time.It is a powerful and moving poem that celebrates the beauty and complexity of human emotion, while also acknowledging the inevitability of loss and regret. Through his use of vivid language and imagery, Housman creates a sense of the transcendent and the sublime, and offers a poignant reminder of the enduring power of memory and the human spirit to find meaning and purpose in the face of even the most difficult challenges in life.

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