Explain the structure and language of the two love poems "To my dear and loving husband" and "A letter to her husband" by Anne Bradstreet and how the lyrical language allowed the poet to describe their sexuality in a way that was never discussed in their culture.

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Tessa Case

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24 May, 22:59

Explain the structure and language of the two love poems "To my dear and loving husband" and "A letter to her husband" by Anne Bradstreet and how the lyrical language allowed the poet to describe their sexuality in a way that was never discussed in their culture.

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Marin Melendez · Answer 1

The poem is made to show some type of great chemistry in their conjugal relationship.

This poem took place in 1641-1643, which was not appropriate to be discussing your relationship in such a manner at that time. You had to be discreet.