by Whitman · Cluster: Greek Mythology · Lust Sexual Desire · Desire

Abstract

Confession of a ‘subtle electric fire’ of unspoken desire kindled near the beloved; desire, the body and silent comradely love.

Connections

Motifs: Silence Themes & Concepts: Lust Sexual Desire, Comradeship, Body

Testo integrale / Full text

Cluster: CALAMUS

O you whom I often and silently come where you are that I may be with you, As I walk by your side or sit near, or remain in the same room with you, Little you know the subtle electric fire that for your sake is playing within me.