Introduction The poem depicts the “new colossus” as a patron saint of immigrants rather than a representation of military strength by drawing comparisons between the Statue of Liberty and the classical Greek Colossus of Rhodes. The statue’s function and the poem’s upbeat, unironic tone present an idealized view of America’s position on the global stage … Read more
Introduction Following the passing of William Fredrick, an American soldier, bison hunter, and showman, as well as the fabled Buffalo Bill Cody, the poem Buffalo Bill’s by E.E. Cummings was published in The Dial in 1920. The poem depicts him as he was and as he is now, after his death. The poem explores multiple … Read more
Introduction Joy Harjo’s poem “An American Sunrise” explores Native American culture and the constant battle to preserve it in the face of modern life. About The Poet Author, musician, and current American Poet Laureate Joy Harjo is a Muskogee (Creek) Nation citizen who was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her seventh collection of poems, An American … Read more
Introduction: ‘It Couldn’t Be Done’ is a poem written by Edgar Guest. It is an inspirational poem that urges the readers to never give up, come what may. About the Poet: Edgar Albert Guest (1881-1959) was an eminent American poet. Born in British, he is famed for being titled ‘People’s Poet’. Famous works of his … Read more
Introduction O. Henry, whose true name was William Sydney Porter, wrote a short story titled “Witches’ Loaves” in the United States (1862-1910). Irony and unexpected twist endings are features that define his stories. Both of these components have come to be considered distinctive elements, and “Witches’ Loaves” definitely has a surprising finish. The protagonist of … Read more
Introduction To commemorate Joe Biden’s inauguration as the 46th President of the United States in 2021, Amanda Gorman composed and performed the song “The Hill We Climb.” The poem honors the United States as a nation with the courage to battle its difficulties. The poem contends that progress is a gradual and even painful “climb” … Read more
Introduction The poem ‘I Hear America Singing’, which was written on the eve of the Civil War, paints a picture of a peaceful America. The poem depicts an image of America as a place where people do honest and productive work and celebrate that effort in this poem. America is the result of the effort … Read more
Introduction: ‘I Have A Dream’ is a speech given by Martin Luther King Jr. It was his acclaimed “March on Washington” speech delivered in Washington, 1603. As he himself puts it, it is “the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation (America).” About the Author: Martin Luther King Jr (1929-1968) was an … Read more
Introduction In “Lady Lazarus,” Sylvia Plath discusses her three suicidal attempts and failures as well as the mental changes she underwent before her third attempt. Plath is renowned for having a troubled spirit. Distress is a feeling that most individuals have had at least once. There are no words to adequately describe the depths of … Read more
Introduction The Colonel by Carolyn Forche talks about how communist governments disregard people’s lives and how important it is for the United States to look into and question these authorities. In this poem, the speaker describes their encounter with the colonel to illustrate to the reader both, the extent of American influence in this faraway … Read more
