Genre Essays

In Aiden Wasley’s critique of “Mother to Son” by Langston Hughes, he summarizes and analyzes the poem, offering a unique perspective on both the poem and the poet. Wasley provides a detailed insight into the roles of the characters, biblical references, and overall theme of “Mother to Son”. His ideas are presented logically and tastefully. […]

Leda and the swan was written in 1928 by William Butler Yeats. It is a petrarchan sonnet, in iambic pentameter; it has a rhyme pattern in ABAB CDCD EFGEFG. This is the most famous poem in the collection The tower, and the one with most imagery. Despite its ABAB rhyme scheme, the poem is breathtaking […]

“Punishment,” a poem written by Irish author Seamus Heaney, speaks of the discovery of the body of a young bog girl, who as realized later in the poem, was punished for being an “adulteress. ”  On closer inspection and as the poem shifts from past to present the faith of the bog girl is compared […]

Bruce Dawe’s poem, Migrants, portrays a long quest from the perception of a migrant group. The particular group is acknowledged as “they” as they were met with indifferences from the locals. “They” reacted to this treatment with surprise and confusion which is made evident in the line, “indifference surprised them.. ” which creates a sense […]

William Wordsworth’s poem “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” centers on the allure of nature’s beauty. Nature holds immense significance for Wordsworth, a theme that is evident throughout his work. Originally, the poem had two stanzas but the final version (published in 1815) consisted of four stanzas. The overall tone of the poem is positive […]

Compare and contrast Vultures by Chinua Achebe & What Were They Like by Denise Levertov. In both of these poems the poets are concerned with war and both poets write like they have a negative attitude towards it. Both poets talk about the presence of evil in war and what the consequences of war are […]

The comprehension of contemporary British poetry is crucial in understanding the prevailing trends in England. In the 1970s, there was significant debate regarding disruptions in national “traditions,” primarily within poetry. This debate was susceptible to a simplistic viewpoint that illustrated how the concept of a “nation” still organizes literary analysis and evaluation, possibly more than […]

Search for my tongue – The poem starts off as being calm. As the poem goes on Sujata Batt seems frustrated and angry. – The words ‘rot’, ‘die’ and ‘spit out’ suggest that she is scared about losing her original language, or her ‘mother tongue’ – After Sujata Batt does a Guajarati speech, the poem […]

Throughout life we identify ourselves with fundamental traditions that correlate with us from the early years of our lives. A practice we learned from our ancestors and remains in our families for decades, symbolizing our great legacy and pride. In a distinctive poem “Green Chile” (1989) by Jimmy Santiago Baca, he exhibits a solid connection […]

“The Destruction of Sennacherib” is an example of Romantic philosophy in both its revolutionary subject matter and in how Byron uses vivid details and descriptive language. “The Destruction of Sennacherib” retells an ancient story that is firmly rooted in nineteenth-century Romanticism. Byron believed strongly in a revolution of ideas, not only how poets should write […]

Spring; a time where rebirth of our earth takes place all around the world. It is a time where replication of flowers begin to blossom and trees begin to start their journey of growing up all over again. It is when the Sun lays back and watches our earth transform into a new season of […]

Dudley Randall’s “Ballad of Birmingham” is a look into the effects of racism on a personal level. The poem is set in Alabama during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. The tone of the title alludes to the city of Birmingham as a whole. The poem gives the reader, instead, a personal look into […]

“The poems of Peter Skrzynecki convey a sense of both alienation and the hope for a brighter future. Discuss with reference to at least 3 poems. ” Belonging is a broad but complex perception that highlights our sub conscious need to feel a connection with something. A sense of belonging or not belonging can produce […]

However, in the final rhyming couplet, Shakespeare claims his love for his mistress by professing; that even though his mistresses has a great deal of flaws, he accepts them and loves her as much as any man could love a woman. In Shakespeare’s, “Sonnet 130” he illustrates a true depiction of his mistress by emphasizing […]

If you have ever wondered about falling up or the location of a sidewalk’s end, Shel Silverstein’s collections offer imaginative explanations. In his stories and poems, Silverstein crafted fantastical realms that relied on imagination, something inherent in every child. These imaginative worlds sparked curiosity in many young readers and fostered a genuine affection for Silverstein’s […]

Having A Word How does Zephaniah powerfully convey to you his views on society in this poem? ‘Having A Word’ exposes the harsh reality and bitterness of the loss of trust, honesty and understanding within a society, as expressed by Zephaniah. His disappointment in realising that society has willingly conformed to the laws of the […]

According to Benjamin Franklin, being critical is easier than being correct. In his Communist Manifesto, Marx uses sarcasm to criticize the Bourgeois and argue that their claims of being right are actually wrong. While Marx’s assertions in the Manifesto may not be completely accurate, he employs persuasive techniques to convince people of his viewpoint. This […]

The poem ‘March’, as the most of Thomas’s poems describes the state of nature. The mood of March days is briefly described through subtle details such as behavior of birds and plants and weather changes (from snow and rain to warmth and sunshine). In terms of structure and verse form, the poem isn’t divided into […]

Adolf Hitler rose through the ranks quickly to gain absolute power but in the end lost it all. He rose to power through the Nazi party and once he gained power he soon started World War II. Throughout the war Hitler made many decisions that led to him gaining even more support and power. As […]

“Adam’s Curse” by William Butler Yeats delves into the profound impact of time on human endeavors, encompassing poetry, music, and physical beauty. These achievements require substantial dedication and are comprehended only by a chosen few. Through an introspective recollection of a conversation involving the poet, his beloved, and her companion, this sentiment is expressed emotionally. […]

Forgive My Guilt Forgive my guilt written by Robert P. Tristram Coffin is a narrative poem written in the 1st person that uses metaphors and similes to tell the story of a man who is regretting his past when he used to kill birds. It is written in flashback because the persona wrote the poem […]

The poem “Good Times” was really moving. It was a fairly short poem, but in the eighteen lines it was full of emotion. The author was talking about how her family had hit a good patch in their life after an apparent rough patch. She speaks about her father getting the power turned back on, […]