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…Although there is not much known about the author or origin of “Beowulf,” much can be said about the use of symbolism and themes in the poem. I think the strongest presence can be felt within the use of symbolism. Just as strong, I believe the use…

…"The Unknown Citizen" is a poem written most probably by the poet after visiting the Marble Monument. The speaker of this poem seems to be someone from the state committee or an official from the State. He is someone who works according to rules…

…an essay about how the form and sound devices effect a sonnet. based on "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day" by Shakespeare - Each format greatly affects ones poem and the chosen theme. The sonnet has clear thought divisions and the theme of love…

…Evening. Examination of key types of archetypal categories, namely, character and situation types, as well as Symbols and associations can lead to a conclusion of the mood and tonal effects of this poem. The poem is of a simple structure, and is written…

…in a Closed World" express just how much love one has for the game, even though the poems are about two different sports. "My Knee is Only Sprained" doesn't talk about a specific sport, but with a little analyzing, one can conclude that the sport played…

…world, which constituted the content of poetry before the 17th century, altered. John Keats in his poem “Ode to a Grecian Urn” reflects this reaction by turning inward to the attractive domain invulnerable to philosophic speculations. Midway in the 17th…

…A common question asked today is what causes prejudice? Prejudiced people cause much pain and social injustice throughout the world. In the poem “Prejudiced Man”, by William Debolt, the poet clearly describes a prejudiced man and his behavior. The poem…

…SHATTERING THE DARKNESS In the poem "As I Grew Older " by Langston Hughes, a young man is thinking about his goals and that he cannot achieve them because of racial prejudice. The theme of the poem is that prejudice is used to keep people from…

…The Use of Tone and Metaphors in Pastan’s “Marks” Linda Pastan’s poem “Marks” is unusual because it addresses the frustrations of a typical housewife. Few people consider being a wife and mother a full-time job in itself, and it is not uncommon…

…The poem "My brother, you must not die," was written by Yosano Akiko. She is the one speaking in the poem. She is speaking to her younger brother, as she begs of him not to get involved in the Russo - Japanese War. She does it by letting him know…