The Blossom (Notes)

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Many critics have pointed out the symbolic sexual connotations at play in this lyric, with its vision of the young Blossom anticipating the Sparrow's and Robin's embraces. These associations are there, but the poem can also be seen as an evocation of innocent love, merriment and growth within the natural order.The bush or tree provides rest for the sparrow and consolation to the robin, within a creation which is essentially benevolent.

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