Beware! Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

"Beware!" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a cautionary poem that warns against the dangers of temptation and the consequences of straying from virtue. The themes of vigilance and moral integrity resonate throughout. Its lyrical meaning emphasizes the importance of self-awareness. The poem features rhythmic, melodic elements typical of narrative ballads. #Poetry

I know a maiden fair to see,
       &nbsp Take care!
She can both false and friendly be,
       &nbsp Beware! Beware!
       &nbsp Trust her not,
She is fooling thee!

She has two eyes, so soft and brown,
       &nbsp Take care!
She gives a side-glance and looks down,
       &nbsp Beware! Beware!
       &nbsp Trust her not,
She is fooling thee!

And she has hair of a golden hue,
       &nbsp Take care!
And what she says, it is not true,
       &nbsp Beware! Beware!
       &nbsp Trust her not,
She is fooling thee!

She has a bosom as white as snow,
       &nbsp Take care!
She knows how much it is best to show,
       &nbsp Beware! Beware!
       &nbsp Trust her not,
She is fooling thee!

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