Wine Quote by Baron Alfred Tennyson
““after all had eaten, then Geraint, For now the wine made summer in his veins, Let his eye rove in following, or rest On Enid at her lowly handmaid-work,””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Lady of Shalott” (excerpt)
A celebratory scene where Geraint enjoys wine, and Enid works modestly.
In simple terms: Geraint drinks wine; Enid works humbly.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate simple joys.
Themes
celebration
humility
wine
labor
Mood
nostalgic
poetic
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- feasting
- servitude
- summer heat
Key Concepts
medieval romance
poetic imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wine affect Geraint?
- What does Enid’s work signify?
A Different Perspective
Romanticized labor may overlook hardships.
