Caleb Crain Reads “Keats at Twenty-Four”
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Exploring the Meaning of 'Oh Shenandoah' and Musings on Solitude and Time
This chapter explores the symbolism and history behind the song 'Oh Shenandoah', discussing its representation of leaving home and the melancholy nature of love. It also touches on the speaker's desire to write a story about a gay widower and their musings on solitude, birding, and the fleeting nature of time for writers.
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