Most tragic love stories in history: What makes them so sad?

The element of unfulfilled love. When two people love each other but can't be together due to various reasons like family, society or fate, it leaves a deep mark. It makes us feel sorry for the lovers and makes the story stay in our minds.

Well, Romeo and Juliet from Shakespeare's play are a classic tragic love. Two young lovers from feuding families couldn't be together in the normal way, so they chose death. Tristan and Isolde had a love that was against the norms of their society. Isolde was betrothed to someone else, but they fell in love deeply. Then there's the story of Abelard and Heloise. Abelard was a philosopher, and Heloise was his student. Their relationship was forbidden, and they faced many hardships.

One of the most tragic is the story of Romeo and Juliet. They were from feuding families in Verona. Their love was so strong but society and family enmity kept them apart. In the end, they both chose death rather than live without each other.

The inevitability of loss also makes them heart - breaking. Just like in a sad love story from Midnight Sun 2018, a character may lose their loved one to illness or some unforeseen circumstances. They have to face the pain of separation, and this kind of loss is often portrayed in a very raw and emotional way that makes the readers or viewers feel the sadness deeply.

The interference of the gods often makes these love stories tragic. In Greek mythology, the gods have great power and are often capricious. For example, in the story of Orpheus and Eurydice, Hades and Persephone set a strict condition for Orpheus to bring Eurydice back. The gods' rules and their meddling in mortal or demi - god relationships can lead to heartbreak and disaster.

In the case of the old dog, the separation from its beloved owner is what makes the story sad. The dog's loyalty and love for its owner were so strong that being apart was unbearable. And the fact that it couldn't adjust to a new life shows how powerful that bond was, and the breaking of it is what makes us feel so sad when we hear the story.

The intense emotions. The pain and longing in tragic love stories are deeply felt. For example, in 'Your Lie in April', the way Kousei misses Kaori after she's gone makes viewers empathize a great deal.

Romeo and Juliet is extremely well - known. Their families' enmity made their love impossible in the eyes of society. Their hasty actions in the face of misunderstandings, like Romeo's quick decision to take poison when he thought Juliet was dead, are a big part of what makes this story so tragic.

The story of Lancelot and Guinevere in Arthurian legend is tragic too. Lancelot was one of King Arthur's bravest knights, and Guinevere was Arthur's wife. They fell in love, which led to the downfall of Camelot. Their love was doomed from the start due to Guinevere's position, and it brought great tragedy to the whole kingdom.

The emotional depth. For instance, in 'Goblin', the characters' love is so profound that it tugs at your heartstrings. It's not just a simple love story but involves complex emotions like sacrifice and longing.