Poem / Tennyson / Maud / C19Th
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Poem / Tennyson / Maud / C19Th
He kisses her hand (note that she is sixteen years old)
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1855 C19th Kisses Maud Note Pastoral Poem Sixteen Tennyson Years
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A Tender Moment: Tennyson's 'Maud' and the Youthful Maiden This evocative photograph, taken in the mid-19th century, captures a tender moment between a young woman and an older man, a scene reminiscent of the pastoral themes found in the poetry of Alfred Lord Tennyson. The image, published in 1855, is a poignant representation of Tennyson's famous poem 'Maud,' which tells the story of a young woman named Maud and her complicated relationship with an older man. The woman in the photograph, with her delicate features and youthful countenance, appears to be no older than sixteen years old. She wears a simple, flowing dress, her hair pulled back into a neat bun, and holds a small note in her hand. The man, with his distinguished air and graying hair, leans in to kiss her hand, an act of reverence and respect. The backdrop of the photograph is filled with old books and shelves, a nod to the literary world that Tennyson inhabited. The setting is one of quiet reflection and introspection, a fitting representation of the introspective nature of Tennyson's poetry. The publication of 'Maud' in 1855 marked a significant moment in Tennyson's career, as it was his first major work to be published as a book after his appointment as Poet Laureate in 1850. The poem, which explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time, resonated deeply with the Victorian public and solidified Tennyson's place as one of the greatest poets of the century. This photograph, with its timeless image of a young woman and an older man, serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of literature to transport us to another time and place, and to evoke emotions that transcend the boundaries of the present moment.
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