The Snowstorm Is Crying Like a Romany Violin
The Snowstorm Is Crying Like a Romany Violin - meaning Summary
Age, Longing, Winter
A melancholic speaker watches a young, alluring woman through the image of a crying snowstorm. He contrasts her youth and brightness with his own age, rusted life and wizened memories. The storm functions as a companion and musical metaphor, mirroring his loneliness and frozen heart when confronted by her smile. The poem blends longing and resignation, emphasizing emotional distance created by time and unshared vitality.
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