Welcome to our EDEXCEL Relationships Poetry course, offered by Private Tutors R Us. In this course, we will be delving into the Relationships anthology and exploring the poem "She Walks in Beauty" by Lord Byron. Through close analysis and examination, our course will guide you to a better understanding of the poem's themes, literary devices, and contexts.
 
"She Walks in Beauty" is a classic Romantic-era poem, written by the famous English poet, Lord Byron. The poem celebrates the beauty of a woman, whom the speaker compares to the starry night sky. The poem is a reflection of the Romantic fascination with nature, beauty, and the human spirit. It explores the themes of beauty, love, and the power of appearance.
 
The poem's title is derived from the first line, which sets the tone for the rest of the poem. "She walks in beauty, like the night / Of cloudless climes and starry skies." The poem describes the beauty of the woman in terms of light and darkness, using contrasting imagery to highlight her stunning appearance. The poem is also known for its use of light and dark imagery, which represents the dualities of human nature.
 
Throughout the poem, the speaker's admiration for the woman's beauty is evident, and he uses various literary devices, such as metaphor and personification, to describe her physical appearance. The poem is rich in vivid imagery, and the reader is transported to the world of the speaker's admiration for the woman.
 
In our course, we will be examining the themes, imagery, and literary devices used in the poem. We will also explore the historical and social context in which the poem was written, and how it reflects the Romantic movement of the time. By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of the poem's significance and the way it reflects the human experience of love and beauty.