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100	1		_aHawes, Stephen
245	1	4	_aThe cõforte of louers : _bThe Comfort of Lovers
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-08-15
508			_aProduced by Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"The cõforte of louers" by Stephen Hawes is a poetic work composed in the early 16th century. This collection of verse primarily explores themes of love, desire, and chivalry through rich imagery and allegorical references. Written during the late medieval to early Renaissance period, the book reflects the poetic traditions of its time, focusing on the emotional struggles of lovers and the complexities of romantic affection. The narrative unfolds through a dream-like sequence wherein the speaker, stricken by unrequited love, is guided by a lady of wisdom through an enchanting garden filled with symbolic mirrors and treasures. Throughout his journey, he encounters various challenges represented by mythological figures and learns about the virtues of love, patience, and the importance of maintaining honor. The speaker expresses his deepest sorrows and romantic ideals while receiving counsel from his guiding lady, ultimately conveying the transcendent nature of true love despite its trials and tribulations. The intertwining of personal longing and philosophical musings invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with love, making it a timeless exploration of romance and desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPoetry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22326
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