Lady Clare

By Tennyson Alfred Tennyson Baron

Lady Clare, by Alfred Tennyson, is a narrative poem about a young noblewoman who is in love with a poor peasant. Against her father's wishes, she marries her true love and lives a humble but happy life. Tragically, her husband is killed in battle and she is left to raise their son alone. In the end, her love and loyalty are rewarded when her son becomes a brave knight and honors his father's legacy.