Introduction The grandfather’s conversion to Christianity to avoid famine is the main element of Jayanta Mahapatra’s poem “Grandfather,” which was published in 1983. According to historical records, more than a million people—nearly a third of the region’s population—died during the terrible famine of 1866. The people endured lengthy hardship during this time because aid did … Read more
Characters Mario: Gloria’s spouse, is the father of the narrative. He has a reputation for being bad, but he works hard to make changes in his life for her wife and daughter. Unfortunately, life can be harsh at times, leaving him with no alternative but to revert to his previous behavior. Gloria: Mario’s wife, is … Read more
Introduction Kofi Awonoor, a late Ghanaian poet, wrote a post-colonial poem titled “The Weaver Bird.” It uses the weaver bird as a symbol to signify the arrival of colonists in Africa. A deeper meaning is effectively communicated despite the language’s simplicity. It portrays the colonizer’s invasion as well as the plight of the colonized people. … Read more
Introduction: “Afternoons Poem’ is a poem written by Philip Larkin. It is a poem that delves deep into marriage and what adulthood responsibilities entails. About the Poet: Philip Larkin a.k.a Brunette Coleman (1922-1985) was an eminent English Poet. He is famed for being the recipient of the Shakespeare Prize. Famous works of his include ‘The … Read more
Introduction The poem “The Retreat” exalts childhood as the most ideal time of a man’s development. Readers should be aware that the title uses the word “retreat” before continuing. This philosophical idea has two meanings thanks to Vaughan’s choice of it. The first is a metaphor for running away from or hiding from one’s life, … Read more
Introduction William Shakespeare, an English poet and playwright, wrote “Sonnet 116.” It was most probably written in the first half of 1590 and first published in 1609. The poem goes into great detail about true love and the strength of love. The speaker shares his view that no hardship or passage of time can diminish … Read more
Introduction: ‘To the Virgins to Make Much of Time’ is a poem written by Robert Herrick. It encourages the readers, women in particular, to seize the day and enjoy life to its fullest, making the most of whatever time they have in their hands. About the Poet: Robert Herrick (1591-1674) was an eminent English Poet. … Read more
Introduction: ‘Bogland’ is a poem written by Seamus Heaney. It is the final poem from his collection ‘Door in the Dark’. This poem delves deep into Ireland and its history. About the Poet: Seamus Heaney (1939-2013) was a notable Irish poet. He is known for receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature in the year 1995. … Read more
Introduction This poem is more than the grating panegyric that the title might imply. It is a delicate and exquisite expression of belief in the ancient order and norms of English society. It largely glosses over social disparities and class conflicts by picturing a form of equality upheld by shared religious convictions and national loyalty. … Read more
Introduction Rudyard Kipling composed the poem “Hymn Before Action” in 1896. On the eve of war, soldiers pray to God and Mary in this manner. The poem was influenced by Samuel John Stone’s hymn The Church’s One Foundation from 1860. It was written and printed in The Times as word of the disastrous Jameson Raid … Read more
