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Kate Daniels’ poem “War Photograph” is a moving and powerful look at the reality of war. Through the eyes of a photographer, the poem gives us a glimpse into the horror and devastation that war brings. Kate Daniels captures the brutal nature of war, and the poem leaves us with a haunting image of its … Read more
The Female Vagrant differs greatly from The Dungeon and The Convict in setting and narrative; however, it nonetheless effectively captures the suffering of an individual because of the social and political agendas prevalent at that time. The Female Vagrant tells the story of a woman who is forced to wander the streets after her husband … Read more
Judith Minty was born in San Francisco in 1948. She grew up in the suburbs of Los Angeles and attended public schools. After high school, she studied art and literature at the University of California, Berkeley. She has worked as a teacher, an editor, and a freelance writer. Conjoined is her first book of poems. … Read more
William Shakespeare’s Sonnet 116 is one of the most famous and well-loved poems in the English language. It is a perfect example of Shakespeare’s skill as a poet, and its timeless message about love has resonated with readers for centuries. This sonnet is all about what it means to truly love someone. The speaker makes … Read more
Emily Dickinson’s poetry is characterized by its unclear language, ungrammatical phrasing and disjointed thoughts. She wrote in short phrases, with irregular grammar and peculiar punctuation. Her poems were often written in a circular fashion, where she would take the reader to one place and then sweep them back to the beginning. Always relating one metaphor … Read more
On My First Sonne is a poem by Ben Jonson about the death of his first son. It is written in iambic pentameter and employs a rhyme scheme of ababcc. In the poem, Jonson reflects on his son’s short life and how quickly he has passed away. Despite its sad subject matter, On My First … Read more
Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s “How Do I Love Thee” and William Shakespeare’s “Sonnet XVIII” are two of the most renowned love poems in history. Though they were written centuries apart, both poems explore the depths and complexities of love in strikingly similar ways. Both poems begin with a declaration of love. In “How Do I Love … Read more
February, with its short days and long nights, can be a difficult month. But Margaret Atwood’s poem “A February” captures the beauty of this season. Atwood writes about the February landscape, “with its bare trees and frozen lakes.” She describes the “harsh light” that shines on the snow, making it look like “a world made … Read more
Robert Frost’s Directive is a poem that speaks to the reader on many levels. On the surface, it is a simple description of a rural scene. But upon closer inspection, the poem takes on a more sinister tone. The speaker in the poem seems to be issuing a warning to the reader, telling them to … Read more
Listen Mr Oxford Don and No rights Red and Half Dead are poems that discuss the issue of racism. Both poems explore the idea of being treated unfairly because of the color of one’s skin. Agard’s poem is written from the perspective of a person of color who is tired of being underestimated because of … Read more
Shakespeare’s Sonnet 30 is chock full of imagery. Let’s take a closer look at a few examples. In lines 1-4, the speaker compares himself to a “tedious tale,” a “wretched Stranger,” and a “Sorrow-laden Brow.” This dismal self-image continues in lines 5-8, where the speaker compares himself to a “bare ruined Choir” and a “deafened … Read more
A Blessing by James Wright is a poem about two horses meeting in a field. The speaker describes the scene, focusing on the horses’ beauty and grace. He then compares the horses to angels, saying that they are “blessed” creatures. The poem is written in free verse, with no set rhyme scheme or meter. This … Read more
Woman to Child is a poem written by Judith Wright. The title Woman to Child refers to the speaker’s relationship with her child, and how she feels about it. The poem Woman to Child is about the speaker’s love for her child, and how she wishes she could keep him safe from the world. The … Read more
Dover Beach is a poem by Matthew Arnold. Dover Beach is renowned for its use of imagery and sound. The poem Dover Beach uses imagery to describe the beach as a place where “the sea is calm and beautiful.” The sound in Dover Beach is also used to create a sense of peace and tranquility. … Read more
Adrienne Rich’s poem, “Living In Sin,” is a haunting and beautiful exploration of a woman’s experience living in an unhappy marriage. The poem tells the story of a woman who is slowly coming to realize that her relationship is not what she thought it was. The poem is narrated by the woman, and she describes … Read more
Humans are so strange. We put so much value on things that, in the grand scheme of things, don’t really matter. For example, take onions. Most people think they’re gross and smelly. But to some people, onions are amazing. They add flavor to food and make it more interesting. Onions have been around for centuries, … Read more
Ithaca is a poem by Constantine Cavafy that was published in 1911. The poem makes allusions to the Greek island of Ithaca, home of the legendary hero Odysseus. The poem begins with the narrator describing how Ithaca has been his home for many years. He talks about how he has seen the island change over … Read more
Robert Frost’s “Nothing Gold Can Stay” is a poem about the inevitability of change. The speaker in the poem talks about how everything that is gold—meaning anything that is new or beautiful— eventually fades away. The poem is often interpreted as being about the loss of innocence, and this interpretation is supported by the fact … Read more
Sir Patrick Spens is a ballad that has been passed down through the ages. It tells the story of a Scottish nobleman who is tasked with sailing to Norway to fetch the king’s daughter. However, Sir Patrick and his crew are caught in a storm and are forced to turn back. Tragically, Sir Patrick and … Read more
On the river, vainly I encounter a Yuan Shao’s sconce. Snowy ridge—alone I watch sun setting in the west; Swordgate—still hindering men coming from the north. (from Du Fu’s Autumn Is Done Translated by David McCraw) Readers of Tang Dynasty poetry have learned about social and political structures of the time because it was heavily … Read more
Everyone will die eventually, but different people has different attitudes towards death. In the poem “Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night”, Dylan Thomas tells people that when we face death, we should not just give up and accept death quietly and peacefully, we should fight for more life and never give in to … Read more
Digging is one of Seamus Heaney’s most renowned works. The speaker of the poem starts off writing at his desk and then has a flashback to remember his ancestors and his childhood. The speaker recalls specific encounters that he reflects on and how they affect him. He then snaps out of the flashback and continues … Read more
Explain how the theme Appearance vs. Reality is demonstrated in The Importance of Being Earnest. Adelle: The theme Appearance vs Reality is demonstrated in The Importance of Being Earnest by the fact that the characters appeared to be something they’re not. For example, Jack in the city is actually named Ernest. Ernest in the country … Read more
Emily Dickinson is one of the greatest poets in America’s history. Even though her works were published posthumously, she still managed to leave an impact on her readers with her unique style of poetry. Through her works, Dickinson challenged the stereotypes surrounding poetry during her time. By employing unique and unconventional styles of writing, Dickinson … Read more
Auron stood away from the altar. He could only watch his two companions approach it in abject silence. He’d noticed Davon’s change gradually as they made their way back from Morvac. He was emotionless, lending only blank, uncaring stares as they traversed the wooded areas to the spire. Matthiu was more beside himself. The unending … Read more
Auron stood away from the altar. He could only watch his two companions approach it in abject silence. He’d noticed Davon’s change gradually as they made their way back from Morvac. He was emotionless, lending only blank, uncaring stares as they traversed the wooded areas to the spire. Matthiu was more beside himself. The unending … Read more
“War is the best thing in the world,” said no sane or knowledgeable person, ever. Whatever reasons there are to go to war, such as benefiting or protecting the way of life, the outcome is inevitably devastating. War affects not only the people intimately involved who are in combat, but also civilians who live near … Read more
World War I’s powerful and long lasting impact affected people all over the world. A significant figure from the literature of World War I, Wilfred Owen, expressed his powerful thoughts on the war in his writing. Owen had experience in the war as a soldier himself which made him particularly noteworthy. He noted many hardships … Read more
A metaphor is defined as being “the transfer of a quality or attribute from one thing or idea to another in such a way as to imply some resemblance between two things or ideas” . The key features of metaphor ranges from exaggeration and extension to the resemblance and connection between ideas within the poem, … Read more
The Personal Poetry of Edgar Allan Poe As a writer, editor, and literary critic, Edgar Allan Poe uses his poetry to portray exoticism and mystery in his themes. While the writer is famously known for works such as, “The Fall of the House of Usher” and “The Tell-Tale Heart”, he sparks the interest of many … Read more
Analysis of Sympathy In Sympathy, Paul Laurence Dunbar portrays the caged bird and elaborates upon its presence to develop a deeper meaning. As the author looks at the caged bird, and he feels its pain. It’s stuck in a cage, it can’t fly around as birds are meant to do, and it’s suffering since it … Read more
Shel Silverstein’s Life and Work To start with, Sheldon Allan Silverstein also known as Shel Silverstein was an author, writer, cartoonist, poet, singer- songwriter, musician, composer, and screenwriter; he was even nominated for an Oscar because of his song “A boy named Sue” performed by Johnny Cash (“Shel Silverstein Biography”). Silverstein started his career in … Read more
Everyday, someone experiences the loss of a family member or friend. This loss impacts everyone differently. All of us have or will experience the loss of someone close. Some individuals experience intense grief, whereas others are able to move on easily. The poem “English” by Yusef Komunyakaa explores the perspective of a boy who befriends … Read more
The poem “anyone lived in a pretty how town” was written by E. E Cummings, one of the most popular poets who was known for his innovative style and structure in writing. People are very fond of Cummings poem because unlike traditional poets, Cummings is rebellious, has his unique choice of words and refuses to … Read more
Sheldon Silverstein wrote many great poems, so I decided to analyze two of best: ‘A Light in the Attic’ and Where the Sidewalk Ends’. These poems are one of the biggest icons in children’s literature and made Silverstein one of the most recognized children’s authors in history. Also, these two poems have been considered best-sellers … Read more
“… they got enough to put up with. ‘ [he said. ] I was surprised. I don’t surprise easy. ‘But that ain’t fair,’ I said finally. When the [expletive] did you start expecting anything to be fair? ‘ he asked. He didn’t sound bitter, only a little bit curious;” modern author S. E. Hinton, like … Read more
Two Poets, One Idea Walt Whitman and Donald Hall–These names incite a sense of excitement in almost every individual who enjoys poetry. The two American poets hail from different time periods, different backgrounds, and different lifestyles that have led to different experiences. However, despite their differences, the two poets appear to be very similar upon … Read more
The song night and day is a beautiful poetry which was written by Cole porter for the 1932 musical play Gay Divorcee. This song is regarded as one of the Porter’s most popular contribution to the Great American Songbook. This song holds a noticeable distinction that it has been recorded by dozens of artists. The … Read more
In Greenview the Howth clock stood over the town like a guardian. ‘TICK TOCK TICK TOCK’ it went as it counted the hours, minutes and seconds of every day. On the outskirts was the Greenview forest which contained all the memories of our childhood, building forts and playing hide and go seek. On the other … Read more
Claude Monet’s painting Water Lilies illuminates a pond of water lilies by transitioning from darker shades around the edges to lighter ones in the middle. The lilies are spread out just enough apart to make them somewhat recognizable. If not looked at closely this could be viewed as a patch of colors. There is a … Read more
Social inequalities have shaped and defined the culture of the modern american history. Social inequalities were the breakpoints that drove movements such as the harlem renaissance and many more african american fronts all striving for equality. This idea is dominant in both the poems of “langston hughes” and “The Blind Side” directed by John lee … Read more
The purpose of “Acquainted with the Night” is to show the loneliness one can have going through depression. Almost feeling like everything is sad, even objects or things that don’t have feelings. This poem illustrates someone sad and lonely one night walking down the street “unwilling to explain. ” The title of this poem holds … Read more
The sexual intent of the Old Testament is throughout the manuscript, as the Prophet Isaiah continues to reference the LORD’S marriage with His people by further declaring, The reference to? land repeatedly describes a person’s being or body as its actual meaning. Hephzi-bah, in Hebrew means ‘my delight is in her and Beulah means ‘husband/married. … Read more
Purpose of Article This journal article, written by Victor Mendoza, observes the relationship between sexual desire and economic consumption in the poem Goblin Market. The article is broken up into five sections, each examining a different aspect of this relationship. Mendoza draws heavily from Karl Marx’s writings on economic structure to frame his argument. Summary … Read more
Much like poetry, “Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent. ” Music and poetry are two platforms in which artists from the beginning of time have chosen to circulate their ideas, feelings, and opinions. Although different in popularity, these mediums are alike in various ways. Nonetheless, not … Read more
“My Papa’s Waltz” is one of most popular contemporary poems written by Theodore Roethke. The poem was first published in 1942 by Heast Magazines, Inc. from The Collected Poems of Theodore Roethke. It is a poem about a boy recalling a time with his father while they share a dance of waltz. This poem consists … Read more
Discoveries deepen our understandings of ourselves and the world and have a transformative effect on those who discover. In William Shakespeare’s play The Tempest, and Gwen Harwood’s poem ‘The Glass Jar’, the authors use the aracterisation of main characters in their texts to explore the ways in which discovery affects people and how it changes … Read more
Earnest Hemmingway’s short story Hills Like White Elephants is one that is unique for its time. In 1927, when it was first published it wasn’t very well understood. The story takes place at a bar within a Spanish railway station. Unlike the norm for most stories of the time, Hemmingway was very vague when describing … Read more
I woke into my new life as I had the previous ones, lying naked in the remembrance capsule, amniotic gel glazing my body. “Mnemonic levels show all green,” said one of the recall technicians from inside their control room. “What is the last thing you remember, Doctor Fedorov? ” Irina, her hair like a halo … Read more
Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night Dylan Thomas’s poem “Do not go gentle into that good night” is an example of the poetic form villanelle, which is a nineteenline poem with two repeating rhymes and two refrains. “Do not go gentle into that good night” expresses the inevitability of death, and how old … Read more
