Sir John Suckling (1609-1642) is best known as a Cavalier poet. The term "Cavalier poets" refers to a group of English poets associated with the court of King Charles I during the early to mid-17th century.
Cavalier poetry is known for its directness, elegance, and celebration of courtly values. Suckling, along with poets like Richard Lovelace, Robert Herrick, and Thomas Carew, exemplifies this style with his light, lyrical, and often playful poetry.
These poets were known for their light-hearted, witty, and often amorous verse, focusing on themes such as love, beauty, and the pleasures of life. They often contrasted with the more serious and introspective "Metaphysical poets" of the same period.
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