Sonnet 29

Moral

Theme

• ​Definition: The teaching or practical lesson contained in a fable, tale, experience, etc.

• Examples: Honesty is the best policy, you should not lie, be careful what you wish for, etc.

• ​Definition: The main idea in a work of art, literature, etc. The message the author wants to share with the reader.

• Examples: Power, love, privilege, revenge, hubris, family, identity, survival, bildungsroman, etc.

Common Themes in Literature

Theme of Sonnet 29

​Using the notes you were just given, what do you think is the theme of Sonnet 29?