Sonnet 23
Sonnet 23 is one of William Shakespeare's 154 sonnets, written in the late 16th century. In this poem, the speaker compares himself to an imperfect actor who struggles to express his love due to fear and overwhelming emotion. The sonnet explores themes of love, communication, and the tension between inner feelings and outward expression. Notable for its intricate wordplay and emotional depth, it exemplifies Shakespeare's mastery of the sonnet form.
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“So I, for fear of trust, forget to sayThe perfect ceremony of love’s right,And in mine own love’s strength seem to decay,O’ercharged with burthen of mine own love’s might””
— William Shakespeare
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