“Love said, "Wake still and think of me," Sleep, "Close your eyes till break of day," But Dreams came by and smilingly Gave both to Love and Sleep their way.”
Quote by Sara Teasdale
Work
Helen of Troy, and Other Poems
This volume brings together a series of poems that draw on classical mythology and romantic imagery, with the title poem focusing on the figure of Helen of Troy as a symbol of timeless beauty and tragic fate. The other poems in the collection continue these themes, often reflecting on love, loss, and the natural world through a lyrical and evocative style. The work is characteristic of early 20th-century poetic traditions, blending mythological allusion with personal emotion. more
Author
Sara Teasdale
Sara Teasdale was an American poet known for her lyrical poetry. Her works are characterized by their concise and emotive language, which has won her a wide readership. Born on August 8, 1884, she passed away on January 29, 1933. more