Sir Walter Raleigh
The Nymph’s Reply to the Shepherd
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"The Nymph's Reply to the Shepherd" by Sir Walter Raleigh is a thoughtful and captivating response to Christopher Marlowe's "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love." In this poetic exchange, the nymph offers a realistic and cautious perspective, countering the shepherd's idyllic invitation. She declares, "But could youth last and love still breed, / Had joys no date nor age no need, / Then these delights my mind might move to live with thee and be thy love." Raleigh's response serves as a reminder of the importance of realism and the consideration of long-term consequences in matters of the heart. Through his eloquent verses, he offers a nuanced perspective on love and challenges the shepherd's idealized vision with a dose of practicality.
Publisher: Literal
Language: English
Categories: Poetry, HMH
Published: 1600
Age Rating: Unavailable
Lexile level: Unavailable
In-book translation: Available

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