How is Kenneth Slessor effective in conveying his thoughts and ideas? (William Street, Country Towns, Beach Burial, Night-Ride)
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Poets use many techniques to convey their thoughts and purpose in their poetry. In this case, Kenneth Slessor's poetry will be analysed to show his effectiveness. William Street is a poem which discusses about the beauty and ugliness of the red light district. Country Towns, in contrast, romanticizes the country and its sleepy atmosphere. In addition, Night-Ride is also sleepy in tone and tells about a train trip Slessor ttok. Finally, Beach Burial will be …
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…after that line, he writes in rememberance to the soldiers and understands that "even as enemies they fought" they will be reunited and come together on "the same front". In conclusion, Slessor lacks the conviction in his works as his purpose can be misinterpreted, depending on how readers respond. His thoughts are ambiguous and can be understood in many ways with his use of language techniques, to bring these lines to a whole new level.
…after that line, he writes in rememberance to the soldiers and understands that "even as enemies they fought" they will be reunited and come together on "the same front". In conclusion, Slessor lacks the conviction in his works as his purpose can be misinterpreted, depending on how readers respond. His thoughts are ambiguous and can be understood in many ways with his use of language techniques, to bring these lines to a whole new level.
