Realism and Parody in Shakespeare’s Sonnet 130
Words: 791 Pages: 3 4112Introduction William Shakespeare’s Sonnet 130, “My mistress’ eyes are nothing like the sun,” stands as a fascinating exploration of love through the lens of parody and realism. This sonnet, part of a larger collection first published in 1609, challenges the conventional poetic norms of the Elizabethan era. Shakespeare subverts the idealized portrait of feminine beauty often found in the love sonnets of his time, setting forth a more grounded and authentic depiction of his beloved. In this essay, we will […]