Since I haven't read the novel, I can't say for sure who the main characters are. But they could be people in different stages of life, perhaps one who is more experienced and has just discovered this new love.
I'm not entirely sure as I haven't read this specific novel. But generally, the title might suggest a story about a late - discovered or late - blooming love. It could be a romantic story where the protagonist realizes their love for someone later in life or after certain events.
"Can I compare thee to a beautiful summer?"
Original text:
I can compare you to a summer's day
When the sun is shining the air is clear
And flowers bloom in full bloom their scents abound
And birds sing their song all around me
Translated:
I can compare you to a beautiful summer
When the sun shines and the air is fresh
The flowers are in full bloom and fragrant
Birds are singing everywhere
In this poem,"you" referred to a beautiful summer day. By comparing summer with flowers, birds, and other natural elements, he expressed his admiration for "you."
The word 'thee' in a story typically represents a way to address a person specifically in an older style of English. It adds a certain charm and authenticity to the narrative when placed in the right context.
Perhaps it's a story about a friend who sacrifices for another friend. In many stories, we see characters like this. It could be two comrades in a difficult situation, like in a war or some sort of adventure where one gives up their life to save the other. The main characters would then be these two friends with a strong bond.
The main theme could be self - sacrifice. Since the title mentions giving one's life, it might revolve around a character who sacrifices themselves for another, perhaps for love, a cause, or a person they deeply care about.