The Sonnets of William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare's sonnets are a collection of 154 poems that explore themes of love, beauty, time, and mortality. Written in iambic pentameter and adhering mostly to a specific rhyme scheme (ABABCDCDEFEFGG), they express deep emotions and reflections on relationships. The sonnets often address a young man, a "dark lady," and the passage of time, revealing Shakespeare's complex understanding of human experience. These works showcase his mastery of language and continue to resonate due to their universal themes and evocative imagery, making them integral to English literature and poetry.