Introduction One of Marianne Moore’s most well-known literary works is “Poetry.” She kept editing the poem over the years of her life because she was never satisfied with it. This analysis just looks at the first three lines of the version. However, there are a few further variations. The version with five stanzas is one … Read more
Introduction What Work Is by Philip Levine is a moving reflection on the existential cost of individuals who balance on the verge of unemployment. Before descending into a somber stream of conscious monologue, it portrays the heartbreaking darkness of a speaker standing in queue for employment at a Ford Motor Company facility. The poem is … Read more
Introduction The poem “At the Window” was written by American poet Carl Sandburg, who is renowned for his use of free poetry and depictions of ordinary life. Sandburg offers an insightful and reflective view of the human experience in this poem. About the poet Carl August Sandburg was an American poet, biographer, journalist, and editor … Read more
Introduction “New Day’s Lyric” is a joyful poem written by the outstanding African American author and activist Amanda Gorman. The poem, which was published in 2021, inspires readers to have hope for the future. It also takes into account the difficulties people have faced in the past. However, it has gained popularity because it inspires … Read more
Introduction Robert Frost, one of the most renowned American poets of the 20th century, wrote the brief yet profound poem “Fire and Ice.” The poem, which was published in 1920, examines the destructive nature of human emotions and how they have the power to kill the planet. “Fire and Ice” challenges readers to consider the … Read more
Introduction “Howl” is a groundbreaking poem written by Allen Ginsberg, a Beat Generation American poet. With its initial publication in 1956, “Howl” is a raw and potent expression of countercultural rebellion that deals with issues of societal critique, individual liberation, and the pursuit of a higher purpose. The poem became a defining piece of Beat … Read more
Introduction The poem “Yet Do I Marvel” by Countee Cullen is about faith. Despite the darkness he sees in the world, the speaker retains his trust in his own part in God’s plan. This sonnet appeared in the poet’s collection Colour in 1925. It addresses some of the most pressing issues confronting humanity. One of … Read more
Introduction Rita Dove’s poem ‘Rosa’ is a brief and powerful composition that recounts Rosa Parks’ tale in simple and unforgettable words. ‘Rosa’ is one of the numerous pieces devoted to Civil Rights leaders by Rita Dove. This poem is about Rosa Parks in this circumstance. The poem makes multiple references to segregation in the United … Read more
Introduction T.S. Eliot’s sorrowful and melancholy poem “The Hollow Men” was published in 1925. It addresses issues including moral decline, spiritual emptiness, and apocalyptic terror. It paints a depressing picture of humanity, highlighting how shallow and disjointed life is. In his rich and evocative depictions of a bleak and surreal environment, Eliot displays his command … Read more
Introduction The touching poem “Before the Birth of One of Her Children” by Anne Bradstreet explores a woman’s perspective on dying. The speaker writes this letter to her spouse when pregnant. ‘Before the Birth of One of Her Children,’ published in 1678, deals with the dark issue of child mortality. Bradstreet, who had eight children … Read more
