Introduction To a Poor Woman is a poem written by the American modernist poet William Carlos Williams. This poem appears in his poetry collection The Collected Poems, Vol. 1: 1909-1939 which was published in 1951. In this short and simple poem, the poet has captured a singular image of a woman eating a plum. This … Read more
Introduction William Carlos Williams’ “The Red Wheelbarrow” may at first glance appear to be an absurd poem about an unimportant “wheelbarrow.” Thoughtful analysis reveals levels of complexity that speak of concealment, appreciation, and utility that may be used outside of the poetry, such as in our relationships with friends. In essence, we may learn that … Read more
Introduction ‘Spring and All’ by William Carlos Williams is a seven-stanza poem that is propelled by its straightforward yet striking pictures. Williams wanted to give the reader a clear picture of the real world, therefore the historical setting in which it was written is crucial. The promise of a brand-new, more peaceful future was just … Read more
