Bad luck Quote by John Cornford
““Poem Heart of the heartless world, Dear heart, the thought of you Is the pain at my side, The shadow that chills my view. The wind rises in the evening, Reminds that autumn is near. I am afraid to lose you, I am afraid of my fear. On the last mile to Huesca, The last fence for our pride, Think so kindly, dear, that I Sense you at my side. And if bad luck should lay my strength Into the shallow grave, Remember all the good you can; Don’t forget my love.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Title unknown, author John Cornford, 1930s
A lament of love amid war, fearing loss, yearning for protection, and pleading for remembrance despite looming danger.
In simple terms: Love and fear intertwine during conflict.
Key Takeaway
Cherish love and remember the fallen.
Themes
war
love
fear
loss
memory
poetry
Mood
somber
poetic
Type
Bad luck:0
Dear heart:1
Poem:1
Spanish civil war:1
Thought:0
Wind Rises:0
Heart Thought:0
Poem Heart:0
When to use this quote
- personal letters
- military correspondence
- memorial services
- historical reflection
Key Concepts
human vulnerability
war trauma
romantic longing
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love survive in wartime?
- What does remembrance mean to you?
