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Question by  barkley (951)

Can you explain the John Donne poem "Break of Day" to me?

 
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Answer by  tamkees (3203)

This metaphorical poem uses the symbolism and language of night and day to express two lovers' sentiments about parting from each other. Written from the feminine point of view, each stanza personifies elements of night and day, using them to make reference to the lovers' daily routine, from doing nothing in each other's presence to the height of physical activity.

 
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