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Title
Sidney's Astrophil and Stella: A Reader's Guide.
Abstract
The article focuses on analyzing Sir Philip Sidney's paradoxical sonnet 1, revealing its unconventional structure and clever use of language. Topics discussed include the poem's deviation from traditional sonnet form, the significance of word choices, and the interplay between passion and artistic skill. It also explores the use of puns, alexandrines, and the paradoxical nature of the sonnet.