Introduction
William Shakespeare may have written sonnet 29 in “Disparity and Loneliness.” The opening lines of the sonnet represent the melancholy and sadness of the speaker, as “when, in disgrace with fortune and men’s eyes,” the speaker is dissatisfied with his fate and laments his misfortune. He compares himself with other fortunate people or rich people living in society and feels inferior to them. The speaker also complains to heaven and thinks that his prayers are not being heard, as the actual lines of the speaker convey the same message: “And trouble deaf heaven with my bootless cries.” The beautiful memories of love can convert feelings of loneliness and despair into happiness
The speaker not only complains to heaven but also curses his fate, saying that his fate is not like those who are rich. Moreover, he hopes to be successful. He feels a resentful longing because someone else has a possession, quality, advantage, or lifestyle that he does not have. What he enjoys seems to be less important to him, so comparing himself with others hurts him, and he seems to be worse about his own life.
Turning point
William Shakespeare changes the tone and direction of sonnet 29 with the line, “Yet in these thoughts I almost despise myself,” while contemplating his unhappy circumstances. The speaker suddenly recalls the person he loves. The reminiscences altogether transform his thoughts from a negative to a positive mood.
Shakespeare’s 29 sonnet lines, “Haply I think on thee—and then my state,
Like the lark at the break of day arising.”
The speaker considers the lark—a little bird that rises from the dark earth at dawn, a sign of hope and stability.
Whereas the last couplet of sonnet 29 written by Shakespeare suggests that the memories of love are more valuable than wealth. Because the memories of love always remain fresh and alive, rather than wealth. Shakespeare shows that external success cannot always bring real peace as well as a sense of inner richness. The meaning of Sonnet 29 can range from despair to joy.
Conclusion
Shakespeare’s Sonnet 29 suggests that a few memories of love and happiness can bring a bundle of joys and support. Through sonnet 29, Shakespeare creates a difference between peace that is acquired through wealth and the peace that is acquired through little memorable moments. Shakespeare’s sonnet 29 also conveys the message that love is more powerful than wealth. Happy love memories are immortal feelings that end human suffering and loneliness.