Sonnets

Sonnets are a type of poetic form consisting of 14 lines, typically written in a specific rhyme scheme and meter, often iambic pentameter. They originated in Italy and became popular in English literature through poets like Shakespeare. Sonnets explore themes such as love, beauty, time, and personal reflection. Their structured format encourages concise, poignant expression, blending lyrical beauty with intellectual precision. Sonnets are appreciated for their musicality, emotional depth, and craftsmanship, making them a enduring and influential poetic form across centuries.