Category: Poetry

  • Cinderella Poem Meaning

    Have you ever wondered about the deeper meanings hidden within the timeless tale of Cinderella? In this essay, we will delve into the profound present in the Cinderella poem, unraveling the layers of significance behind this beloved story. From themes of transformation and resilience to the power of kindness and perseverance, Cinderella’s journey resonates with…

  • Ezra Pound – One of The Most Notable Poets of The 20th Century

    Table of contents Origins and early adulthood Career ventures and WWI Midlife, later life, and WWII Death and legacy Many influential American poets throughout the 20th century partook in different poetry movements. Although many of these movements concerned traditional styles of poetry, there were modern movements that favored new styles of writing. Ezra Pound founded…

  • Reflection on The Poem Ah, Are You Digging on My Grave

    “Human is a sociable animal,” or “human is a sociable creature” is known as a quotation that belongs to Aristo. Starting from this point of view, every human being surely thinks that we as a human are not able to live alone. It means that any person should have any kind of relationship like familial…

  • Review on The Relationship Between Poetic Form and Political Significance

    The Romantic literary period that covered the end of the eighteenth century and the start of the nineteenth century saw a poetic revolution of form spurred by poets such as William Wordsworth and Percy Bysshe Shelley. Whilst the content of these authors poetry is in no doubt political, this essay will question whether the forms…

  • A Double Standard: Poem Analysis

    Table of contents Themes Language and Imagery Structure Relevance and Impact Conclusion Poetry is often a reflection of the society and culture in which it is written. It has the power to shed light on social issues, challenge norms, and provoke thought. One such poem that does this is “Double Standard” by Countee Cullen. This…

  • E V Roginas Like Wildflowers Analysis

    E V Roginas’ poem “Like Wildflowers” captures the beauty and resilience of nature in the face of adversity, offering a poignant reflection on the human experience. Through vivid imagery and evocative language, Roginas explores the parallels between wildflowers and the human spirit, highlighting their shared ability to thrive in even the harshest of conditions. In…

  • Poetry Analysis: ‘winter Solstice’ by Hilda Morley

    Table of contents Unique Structure and Layout Stylistic Devices Interpretation of the Poem Conclusion Works Cited Hilda Morley’s ‘Winter Solstice’ is an overt poem primarily aimed at describing a winter solstice. Correspondingly, the author has dotted the poem with descriptive words meant to create a mental picture of a solstice in a reader. In actual…

  • Deconstructing Phallogocentrism in Rich’s Poems

    As a continuum that approaches the limit where we can hear Her voice independent of male discourse, A Wild Patience celebrates a new consciousness as Rich attempts to build an Amazon Utopia, a no-man’s land free from a phallocentric language structure, a female utopia fantasy – Her playground. Rich’s poems in A Wild Patience (1981)…

  • “Ex-basketball Player” by John Updike

    The poem is titled “Ex-basketball player” by John Updike. This poem is about the life of a man who was once a popular basketball player in high school is now working at a gas station. During Johns earlier years the town identified him as amazing but soon becomes known as “fall out.” Although Johns past…

  • Literary Analysis of “Pomegranate” by Bruce Bond

    Table of contents Allegory in “Pomegranate” Themes in “Pomegranate” Works Cited In the contemporary society, many people undergo challenges depending on the nature of their environment, or sometimes due to uncertain circumstances for which they have no control. Yet amidst the challenges, they often hold onto the hope that at one time, they will obtain…