Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare is a beautiful piece of poetry that celebrates the eternal beauty and power of love. The sonnet opens with the iconic lines, "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate." These lines set the tone for the rest of the poem, as Shakespeare goes on to explore the idea of true love and its ability to transcend time and change.

Throughout the sonnet, Shakespeare uses vivid imagery and metaphors to convey the speaker's deep feelings for their beloved. The language is rich and evocative, drawing the reader in and allowing them to feel the intensity of the emotions being expressed. The poem's structure, with its ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme, adds to its musicality and rhythm, enhancing the beauty of the language.

Overall, Sonnet 18 is a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a testament to the enduring power of love and the beauty of language, and serves as a reminder of the importance of cherishing those we hold dear.

Book Description:
A Weekly Poetry tribute to William Shakespeare marking the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in April 2016.

Two of Shakespeare's most famous sonnets, Sonnet 18 and Sonnet 130, have completely contradict each-other and offer differing views on love and love poetry. Whereas Sonnet 18 is the nice cute cliched one, Sonnet 130 provides a more realistic, almost rhetorical view of love and both would be incredibly popular. This project features Sonnet 18. - Summary by catrose