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'Come Sleep, O Sleep' was published by Sir Philip Sidney in 1582.
'Come Sleep, O Sleep' was published by Sir Philip Sidney in 1582.
True
The poem 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' consists of 12 lines.
The poem 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' consists of 12 lines.
False
The speaker in 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' invites sleep as if it were a person.
The speaker in 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' invites sleep as if it were a person.
True
The poem describes sleep as a place of noise and high activity.
The poem describes sleep as a place of noise and high activity.
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In the poem, Astrophil believes that he can see Stella more clearly in reality than in his dreams.
In the poem, Astrophil believes that he can see Stella more clearly in reality than in his dreams.
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The structure of the sonnet 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' follows the Petrarchan sonnet form.
The structure of the sonnet 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' follows the Petrarchan sonnet form.
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'Come Sleep, O Sleep' employs the literary device of personification by depicting sleep as if it were a decision-making human.
'Come Sleep, O Sleep' employs the literary device of personification by depicting sleep as if it were a decision-making human.
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The concluding couplet of the sonnet illustrates an agreement between the speaker and the concept of dreams.
The concluding couplet of the sonnet illustrates an agreement between the speaker and the concept of dreams.
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In the octave of the sonnet, the poet addresses the benefits that sleep provides to individuals.
In the octave of the sonnet, the poet addresses the benefits that sleep provides to individuals.
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The poem 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' contains no use of metaphors to illustrate the nature of sleep.
The poem 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' contains no use of metaphors to illustrate the nature of sleep.
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The poet uses sleep as a metaphor for an indifferent judge who treats all equally.
The poet uses sleep as a metaphor for an indifferent judge who treats all equally.
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The imagery used describes a bed Chamber that is noisy and brightly lit.
The imagery used describes a bed Chamber that is noisy and brightly lit.
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In the poem, sleep is referred to as the release for the wealthy.
In the poem, sleep is referred to as the release for the wealthy.
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The poet uses paradoxes to highlight the contrasting nature of sleep and reality.
The poet uses paradoxes to highlight the contrasting nature of sleep and reality.
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The speaker expresses a sense of confidence that sleep will come when called.
The speaker expresses a sense of confidence that sleep will come when called.
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Study Notes
Summary of Come Sleep, O Sleep
- Sir Philip Sidney's sonnet, "Come Sleep, O Sleep," is part of the collection Astrophil and Stella (1582).
- It's the 39th sonnet in the collection.
- The poem describes the speaker's desire for sleep.
- The speaker uses metaphors and personification to represent sleep.
Form and Structure
- The poem has 14 lines.
- It follows the Petrarchan/Italian sonnet form but has a Shakespearean rhyme scheme (ABAB CDCD EFEF GG).
- The octave focuses on sleep's benefits, while the sestet highlights the desire for sleep and a longing to see Stella.
- There is a shift in tone and theme in the octave and sestet.
Literary/Poetic Devices
- Apostrophe: Addressing sleep directly, which is personified, in this case.
- Personification: Attributing human-like qualities to sleep to make it seem more approachable
- Paradox: Contradictory ideas or statements, like calling sleep "the poor man's wealth" which isn't logically true, but makes the point for him.
- Metaphor: Comparing sleep to concepts like peace, a balm, wealth or release.
- Hyperbaton: Sentence structures where words or phrases are rearranged for emphasis or effect.
- Imagery: Detailed descriptions of items associated with rest (smooth pillows, sweetest bed) which helps establish the speaker's need for and longing for sleep.
Analysis of Come Sleep! O Sleep (Lines 1-8)
- The sonnet opens with the speaker inviting sleep to come.
- The speaker uses several metaphors and personifications to emphasize sleep’s power.
- Sleep is referred to as peace, balm, wealth and release, describing the speaker's wish to escape problems.
Analysis of Come Sleep! O Sleep (Lines 9-14)
- Further praising sleep, the speaker offers more things to encourage sleep to visit him.
- The speaker is so desperate for sleep that he says he will offer the comforts of bed, a bed blind to noise, a rosy garland, and a weary head.
- To persuade sleep and to show its desirability, he promises sleep that in his dreams, he will see Stella much more clearly.
Additional Information
- Stanza Type: Spenserian stanza
- Rhyme Scheme: ABABBBCBC
- Speaker: The poem's speaker is Philip Sidney himself, expressing his need for sleep.
- Sonnet type: Shakespearean.
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Explore Sir Philip Sidney's sonnet 'Come Sleep, O Sleep' from Astrophil and Stella. This quiz covers the poem's structure, themes, and literary devices. Dive into the metaphors and personification used to depict the speaker's longing for sleep.
