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The narrative poem features the goddess Venus, who passionately pursues the mortal Adonis, only to face his steadfast rejection. Their interactions spark debates on love and desire, with Venus championing passion and Adonis promoting self-control. Shakespeare employs vivid imagery and rich language, creating complex characters that embody the tension between desire and restraint. Themes of mortality, beauty, and the transient nature of love are woven throughout, highlighting Shakespeare's storytelling prowess and the poem's lasting significance in literature.
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Venus And Adonis (1593), William Shakespeare
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