English Sonnet

An English sonnet, also known as a Shakespearean sonnet, is a poetic form consisting of 14 lines written in iambic pentameter. It follows a specific rhyme scheme of ABABCDCDEFEFGG. The poem is typically divided into three quatrains (four-line stanzas) followed by a rhymed couplet (two-line stanza). This structure allows for the development of a theme or argument, often culminating in a resolution or surprising twist in the final two lines. English sonnets often explore themes of love, nature, and human experience, showcasing the poet's emotional depth and linguistic skill.