Introduction “Two Planets” is a philosophical poem by Allama Muhammad Iqbal, a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. The poem, originally written in Urdu as “Do Sitare,” was translated into English by A.J. Arberry. The poem metaphorically portrays two planets, each representing different aspects of human nature and desires. Through this allegory, Iqbal explores … Read more
Introduction Famous Northern Irish poet Seamus Heaney wrote his powerful and thought-provoking poem “A Constable Calls” in the 20th century. In a rural environment during the Troubles, the poem tackles issues of power, authority, and societal divisions. The poem depicts the anxiety and vulnerability felt by people under the authority figure’s watchful eye as a … Read more
Introduction Christina Rossetti, a Victorian poet, wrote “Song (When I am dead, my dearest)” in 1848 when she was 18 years old, but it wasn’t published until 1862 in her collection Goblin Market and Other Poems. The poem is about death and sorrow, with the speaker imply a loved one not to spend too much … Read more
Introduction Irish poet Seamus Heaney’s poem “Blackberry-Picking” was first published in the collection Death of a Naturalist in 1966. A seemingly simple childhood recollection of picking blackberries in August is depicted in the poem. The poem, which is written from an adult’s perspective, utilizes the experience of harvesting blackberries and seeing them decay as an … Read more
Introduction ‘Bereft’ is one of the collections of well-known poems by American poet Robert Frost. There are several ways to read this poetry, which has a menacing tone. Although the poem is not well-knitted and the events are not balanced, one may still see the poet’s isolation in this world. Despite feeling alone in his … Read more
Introduction “Poppies in October” is a poem by Sylvia Plath that touches themes of death, nature, femininity, and sacrifice. The poem carries Contrasting imagery and confuses the reader to believe the true meaning of the tercets. It also dives deep into Plath’s mind and showcases her mental struggles and inclination towards death. About the … Read more
Introduction The poem “Ambulance” by Philip Larkin, which was released in 1960 as a section of “The Less Deceived,” examines the transient nature of existence and life. Larkin compares spontaneous, unplanned events in life to an ambulance to illustrate how they may break routines and make us face our death. Through vivid imagery and concise … Read more
Introduction “Ariel” by Sylvia Plath is a collection of poetry by Plath, published by Ted Hughes that provide a glimpse into Plath’s life as she battled depression and suicidal thoughts. The poem was written preceding her suicide and involves themes of death, amd rebirth and captures the mental state of Plath assiduously. About the Poet … Read more
Introduction William Butler Yeats’ poem “Sailing to Byzantium” was first published in 1928 as part of his collection titled “The Tower.” The poem talks about the quest for immortality using rich imagery and symbolism. The title sets the stage for a journey, both physical and metaphorical, to a distant and mythical place- Byzantium. Yeats was … Read more
Introduction “Personal Helicon” is a poem by Seamus Heaney that expresses the influence of nature and childhood inquisitiveness and mischief that inspired Heaney to turn towards poetry as a medium to revisit his childhood and recall the perversity of it. The poem is dedicated to Michael Longley, co-member of a poetry group in the 1960s. … Read more
