1 - Sonnet 116 (by William Shakespeare, c. 1592-98) Flashcards
1
Q
Whose initials were Shakespeare’s sonnets dedicated to? Who could this be?
A
“W. H.”
William Herbert, Earl of Pembroke
2
Q
What work did Shakespeare dedicate to Herbert in 1623?
A
First Folio
3
Q
How many sonnets did Shakespeare write between 1592-98?
A
154 sonnets
4
Q
Which gender are most of Shakespeare’s first 126 sonnets addressed to? What kind of relationship does the speaker have with them?
A
Men
An intense romantic relationship
5
Q
What 3 themes link Sonnet 116 and The Great Gatsby together?
A
Love & time
Enduring love
Idealised love
