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= Go And Catch a Falling Star =

The Song: Go And Catch a Falling Star also known by its opening words as "Go And Catch a Falling Star", is a poem by English poet John Donne (1572–1631), one of the leading figures in the metaphysical poets group of seventeenth century English literature. The poem was first published in 1633—two years after Donne's death. The poem conveys a misogynistic theme and criticizes the women's supposedly inevitable infidelity.

Description
In "Go and Catch a Falling Star," John Donne playfully mocks the idea of finding a woman who is both faithful and beautiful by comparing it to impossible tasks like catching a shooting star or getting impregnated by a mandrake root. Donne uses irony and humor to mock traditional romance poetry, ultimately concluding that even if such a woman existed, she would become untrue before one could reach her. The poem's ending leaves no doubt about the speaker's disillusionment with female loyalty, making it a unique and thought-provoking exploration of love and deception. His sardonic tone reflects a disillusionment with love and loyalty, making them seem as elusive. Despite the lightheartedness, Donne's use of humor may mask deeper pain, leaving readers to ponder whether his cynicism stems from genuine heartbreak. This concise poem, filled with metaphysical wit, explores themes of love, deception, and the ultimately futile pursuit of the unattainable.