Adonais

Summary

«Adonais» is an elegy written by Percy Bysshe Shelley in memory of his friend and fellow poet John Keats, who died at a young age. In this work, Shelley expresses his grief and admiration for Keats' talent, contemplating the transience of life and the immortality of art. The poem is filled with allusions to classical mythology and nature, creating an image of Keats as an eternal spirit who continues to live through his poetry. Shelley uses symbolism and metaphors to convey his feelings of loss and hope that Keats' soul has found peace and immortality.