”…her vesper done of all its wreathed pearls her hair she fees. Unclasps her warmed jewels one by one; Loosens her fragrant bodice; by degrees
Her rich attire creeps rustling to her knees”.
The passage gives ample evidence of the poet”s
- sensuous description
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meticulous attension to matters concerning women
- mastery of the Spenserian stanza
- sensual feelings and emotions.