Queen Elizabeth Poem The Doubt Of Future Foe Analysis
Alexa Rae Drake
Poem Analysis
November 30, 2013
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(Title) Queen Elizabeth I was a powerful cultural figure and Queen of England from 1533-1603. She was remarkably influential that her reign is now commonly referred as the Elizabethan Era. Queen Elizabeth I wrote “The Doubt of Future Foes” at a time when rebellion was stirring among her subjects. Elizabeth’s cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots was spreading rumors and lies of dishonesty and disloyalty on Elizabeth’s reputation. Though Elizabeth surrounded herself with counselors and advisors, she was becoming aware that she could not trust those around her. This poem relates her frustration in the situation, but more than that, it is a warning to her enemies. Elizabeth does not put a specific …show more content…
My wit tells me to avoid traps that threaten to harm me. Dishonesty is everywhere and the loyalty of my people is fading. This would not be happening if my people used intellect and common sense. I know there are devilish opponents against my reign, but they are hidden, to cowardly, to try to challenge me. Your behavior will not be taken lightly and you will suffer consequences till you are begging for my forgiveness. They are like a graft into a tree, the top being hope, but the roots will be regret. You will soon see that disloyalty will bring nothing. However, everyone will soon see the flaw in your armor, being exposed by honest and loyal folk. Mary Stuart is the source of the scandal, but she will not succeed in her efforts. No foreign creature, banished from her own home, can come and settle here. This kingdom has no place for traitors. Though the executioner’s sword has sitting unused for quite some time, it will be used to behead those who seek tyranny to the monarchy. These punishments will restore joy to our …show more content…
She states Mary will not gain rule of England, and warning her to take her behavior elsewhere. Elizabeth threatens to end with force, again using only light imagery, making it clear that she will fight for her reign and behead those who oppose her. The tone of these last words creates the feeling for the entire poem. Despite her words of fear and apprehension, Elizabeth is taking a stand with these words. Elizabeth declares that her words are for all those who would seek for her throne, however the biggest threat goes directly to
Poem Analysis
November 30, 2013
NNU
(Title) Queen Elizabeth I was a powerful cultural figure and Queen of England from 1533-1603. She was remarkably influential that her reign is now commonly referred as the Elizabethan Era. Queen Elizabeth I wrote “The Doubt of Future Foes” at a time when rebellion was stirring among her subjects. Elizabeth’s cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots was spreading rumors and lies of dishonesty and disloyalty on Elizabeth’s reputation. Though Elizabeth surrounded herself with counselors and advisors, she was becoming aware that she could not trust those around her. This poem relates her frustration in the situation, but more than that, it is a warning to her enemies. Elizabeth does not put a specific …show more content…
My wit tells me to avoid traps that threaten to harm me. Dishonesty is everywhere and the loyalty of my people is fading. This would not be happening if my people used intellect and common sense. I know there are devilish opponents against my reign, but they are hidden, to cowardly, to try to challenge me. Your behavior will not be taken lightly and you will suffer consequences till you are begging for my forgiveness. They are like a graft into a tree, the top being hope, but the roots will be regret. You will soon see that disloyalty will bring nothing. However, everyone will soon see the flaw in your armor, being exposed by honest and loyal folk. Mary Stuart is the source of the scandal, but she will not succeed in her efforts. No foreign creature, banished from her own home, can come and settle here. This kingdom has no place for traitors. Though the executioner’s sword has sitting unused for quite some time, it will be used to behead those who seek tyranny to the monarchy. These punishments will restore joy to our …show more content…
She states Mary will not gain rule of England, and warning her to take her behavior elsewhere. Elizabeth threatens to end with force, again using only light imagery, making it clear that she will fight for her reign and behead those who oppose her. The tone of these last words creates the feeling for the entire poem. Despite her words of fear and apprehension, Elizabeth is taking a stand with these words. Elizabeth declares that her words are for all those who would seek for her throne, however the biggest threat goes directly to