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What is the theme of When I Set out for Lyonnesse?

What is the theme of When I Set out for Lyonnesse?

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  1. The theme of the poem is Hope, Perseverance and Patience. The poet is on a tough and difficult journey. There is chilly cold outside. Frost is spread over the leaves and the poet is lonely. However he has hope which takes away his loneliness. This hope encourages him to move forward. In addition, he is also curious as his life is going to change after visiting Lyonnesse.

    Finally his patience and perseverance pays off. He returns back with shine in his eyes. It seems that he has achieved what he was questing for.

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