The Lady of Shalott by Alfred Lord Tennyson | Summary Explanation in Hindi

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Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem "The Lady of Shalott" tells the story of a cursed woman who weaves what she sees in a mirror's reflection until she breaks the curse by looking directly at a passing knight, leading to her death upon reaching Camelot where she is admired and respected.

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  • The Lady of Shalott in Tennyson's poem is trapped in a cycle of isolation and illusion, symbolized by her confinement in the tower and reliance on a mirror's reflections, highlighting themes of longing for connection and the consequences of breaking free from societal constraints.
  • Lancelot's role in "The Lady of Shalott" serves as a catalyst for the protagonist's tragic fate, representing the allure of forbidden desires and the clash between reality and fantasy, ultimately leading to the Lady's untimely demise as she seeks to break free from her predetermined existence.

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  • Who wrote "The Lady of Shalott"?

    Alfred Lord Tennyson

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"The Lady of Shalott: A Haunting Tale"

  • Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote the poem "The Lady of Shalott" in 1842, a scary story with magical elements and art.
  • The Lady of Shalott lived in a tower on the island of Lett, near King Arthur's Camelot, under a curse preventing her from looking out of her window.
  • She weaved what she saw in a mirror's reflection, unable to see the real world, only shadows and images like farmers, knights, and a funeral procession.
  • A knight in shining armor passes by, his reflection in the mirror captivates the Lady, causing her to break the curse by looking directly at him.
  • A storm ensues, the Lady escapes on a boat towards Camelot, singing her final song until her death upon arrival.
  • The people of Camelot, including the brave knight Lancelot, are intrigued by her beauty and show respect upon discovering her identity.
  • The poem concludes with Lancelot expressing admiration for the Lady's beauty and wishing her peace, ending the mysterious tale.
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