Perseverance

•The poem shows the extent someone will persevere for someone or something they love.

•the speaker travels endless miles in the night to reach a farmhouse where his love is waiting: sails across the sea, walks a mile on the beach and across three fields

Versions of reality

•The poem emphasizes the unique ways in which we can perceive reality.

•browning describes a variety of colors and objects in a way in which it can appear different to everyone.

Theme

Love

•The poem shows the effect love can have on someone's life and how it reflects on everything around you.

•browning describes fiery waves and a warm beach which symbolizes the passion and love the speaker is feeling