Amoretti

"Amoretti" is a poetic form consisting of 15 line sonnets, typically written in iambic pentameter. Originating in the late 16th century and popularized by Edmund Spenser, it explores themes of love and beauty. Each line follows a rhythmic pattern of unstressed and stressed syllables, creating a musical flow. The form often ends with a couplet that sums up or highlights the poem’s main idea. While similar to traditional sonnets, "Amoretti" is distinct mainly for its association with Spenser and its frequent use for poetic expressions of romantic admiration.