The Eve of St. Agnes

In "The Eve of St. Agnes," John Keats weaves a richly allegorical narrative that captures the ethereal beauty of love and desire against the backdrop of a vividly imagined medieval setting. The poem is structured as a narrative ballad, featuring lush imagery and intricate symbolism, which serve to enhance its themes of yearning and the paradox of the elusive nature of dreams versus reality. Keats ...