This poem is a narrative poem. It tells the story of the killing of the cat by the boy. The moral of it seems to be that if you hide something bad that you have done, it haunts you forever and you are never free from your guilt.
The poem 'Nettles' by Vernon Scannell first appeared in New & Collected Poems 1950-1980 (Robson Books, 1980).
Vernon Scannell wrote the poem "Epitaph for a Gifted Man." It appears in his book 'Love shouts and whispers', published by Random Century Children's Books, London, 1991. The poem/epitaph is quite short. For a copy, see 'Related links' below.
the willingness to sacrifice all for ones country{in this case their flag}
a poem about a poem.
for the boys who are fooled by pretentious loved ones, to be very careful in choosing their right girl to love because they might not get the love they've expected from them(girl)...
It was Vernon Scannell
The poem 'Nettles' by Vernon Scannell first appeared in New & Collected Poems 1950-1980 (Robson Books, 1980).
This is the closest thing to a personification i could find: " its hot low purr Grows slowly louder year by year" Because, you know, a cat's purr can't really grow, especially if it's dead.
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The poem "Nettles" by Vernon Scannell explores themes of protection, love, and resilience through the metaphor of a father protecting his child from stinging nettles. It conveys the idea that even though we cannot shield our loved ones from all harm, we can offer comfort and support to help them endure life's challenges.
Vernon Scannell wrote the poem "Epitaph for a Gifted Man." It appears in his book 'Love shouts and whispers', published by Random Century Children's Books, London, 1991. The poem/epitaph is quite short. For a copy, see 'Related links' below.
a murder poem
Jouett Vernon Cosby has written: 'Consecration: a poem' -- subject(s): Accessible book
bloody murder >:D
Both poems explore the theme of protection and parental love, with "My Parents Kept Me from Children Who Were Rough" portraying a more sheltered upbringing, while "Nettles" depicts a father's desire to shield his son from harm. Spender's poem reflects on the emotional and social impact of overprotection, while Scannell's poem focuses on the physical act of protecting one's child. Ultimately, both poems highlight the complexities of parental love and the challenges of balancing protection with allowing a child to grow and learn.
the willingness to sacrifice all for ones country{in this case their flag}
The poem "This is no case of petty right or wrong" was written by W.H. Auden. Published in 1939, the poem explores themes of moral ambiguity and the complexities of human nature in the face of political conflict.