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A Valentine | Poetry by Edgar Allan Poe


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The poem is a Valentine’s Day tribute to a beloved, with an embedded puzzle for the recipient to solve. It poetically captures the essence of admiration and affection, encouraging the reader, specifically the recipient, to look closely at the lines for a hidden name that is cloaked within the verses. Despite its apparent simplicity, the poem suggests that unraveling the concealed message requires careful examination and attention to detail. The lyrical structure and use of allusions, such as to mythical twins and knights, enhance the mysterious and romantic quality of the poem, creating an intricate riddle or treasure hunt that is both a literary and affectionate gesture. The final lines acknowledge the potential difficulty of solving the puzzle, acknowledging the challenge in uncovering the hidden truths within the lines.
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