Grade 12 Poetry William Shakespeare sonnet 130 poem analysis caps

Poem 1 on the grade 12 prescribed poetry list. This sonnet parodies the famous (and over-the-top) Petrarchan sonnets in which poets described their partners in highly-exaggerated and unrealistic ways. Although this poem contains similar themes as found in traditional sonnets (female beauty, love, and admiration), Shakespeare does not idealise his beloved. Check out the question paper and memorandum discussion at the end of the video.