Poetry

I think it's free verse. Blank verse is unrhymed iambic pentameter, whereas free verse is verse with no regular rhyme or metrical pattern. I don't believe Murder In The Cathedral is unrhymed iambic pentameter.

(I got these definitions from a handout from my Lit teacher)

In "A Noiseless Patient Spider" by Walt Whitman, one of the literary devices used is personification, where the spider is given human-like qualities such as being "ceaselessly musing, venturing, throwing filaments." Additionally, the repetition of the word "filament" creates a sense of unity and connection between the spider's web and the human soul, emphasizing the poem's theme of solitude and longing for connection. The extended metaphor of the spider's web as a representation of the speaker's search for meaning and connection in the vast universe is another key literary device in the poem.

Downy flakes in the poem just means freely downfalling snow flakes. But to fully understand the context and relevance of using this phrase in the poem, the following also are to be noted:

The sound of the horse-bells was heard distinctly against the only other background sound there, the swish-swishing sound of the easily-flowing wind sweeping against the incessantly down-falling snow. The exquisiteness of the description here reminds the readers of another master craftsman. In The Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, there is a little song sung by the clown: 'When that I was a tiny little boy, With hay- ho, the wind and the rain.' Everyone knows the wind and the rain, but who is this Mr. Hay-Ho? Critics have long debated who this Hay Ho is. It is very simple. Every little child knows Hay Ho; it is the combined effect of sound caused by wind on the rain personified. When wind blows against a green paddy field and the long lines of grass bow their heads in row after row, Hay Ho is present there. When we walk along a tar road while the rain comes down in torrents and the wind sweeps heavily against the rain, then again we can see Hay Ho on the road, coming towards us and going away from us. Hay Ho is indeed something to a tiny little boy and also for the poets. One is always the other. An exactly similar beauty with words is created here by Frost, in describing in vivid and suggestive words the swish-swishing of the wind and the rain in the snow-filled forest.

The first edition of Leaves of Grass, published in 1855, contained 12 untitled poems.

Gordon Korman is primarily known as a children's and young adult fiction author rather than a poet. While he may have written some poetry, it is not his main focus or area of expertise. His works mostly consist of novels and series such as "Swindle" and "The 39 Clues".

The allusion in the poem "A Red, Red Rose" by Robert Burns is to the natural imagery of a red rose in bloom, symbolizing love and passion. The comparison of the speaker's love to a red rose suggests its beauty and timeless quality.

In Langston Hughes's poem "Life is Fine," the baby can symbolize innocence, joy, and new beginnings in the midst of struggle and hardship. The baby represents hope and possibility for a better future, even in the face of adversity.

I think it means that she thinks nobody knows her and doesn't pay any attention to her.

..For one poetry is meant to invoke something in you, what does it mean to you? It actually shouldn't matter what it means to me, but she doesn't want to be public. Who wants to be famous is what she ask, who wants to be under the world's watchful eye? It is better to be normal, or an outsider and live by your own standards.

Rudyard Kipling's "If" is a poem written in the form of paternal advice to his son. It is structured in four stanzas, each consisting of eight lines. The poem explores themes of stoicism, integrity, and resilience, offering guidance on how to navigate life's challenges with dignity and fortitude.

Lines 716 suggest that nature, specifically the hawk swooping down, embodies the theme of unity and interconnectedness with all living beings, which is a central theme in "Song of Myself." Section 52 serves as a fitting conclusion by emphasizing the idea of acceptance and oneness with the universe, echoing the overarching message of the entire poem. Whitman uses the imagery of the hawk to emphasize the seamless connection between the individual self and the vast cosmos, reinforcing the poem's message of transcendence and unity.

In "Because I could not stop for Death," the initial irony lies in the personification of Death as a kind and gentle figure, contrasting the traditional view of Death as sinister. The behavior of both Death and the speaker can extend this irony by presenting Death as a polite suitor and the speaker as accepting Death's company without realizing the finality of the journey. This irony emphasizes the inevitability of death and the calm acceptance of the speaker towards this universal truth.

"Vagabonds" by Langston Hughes explores the experiences of marginalized individuals who are often overlooked and disregarded in society. The poem highlights their resilience and their ability to find beauty and purpose in their nomadic lifestyle, conveying a message of hope and dignity in the face of adversity. Overall, the poem celebrates the freedom and self-reliance of those who live outside societal norms.

"I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" by William Wordsworth is a poem that describes the poet's experience of coming across a field of daffodils and the lasting impact it had on him. The poem explores themes of nature, beauty, and the power of memory to bring solace during lonely or difficult times. It celebrates the simple joys found in nature and the profound effect they can have on the human spirit.

"The mode" in this context refers to the way in which the poem's speaker views or perceives death—not as a negative or frightening experience, but as a calm and inevitable part of life's journey. The speaker sees death as a peaceful transition rather than something to be feared or avoided.

OH, give us pleasure in the flowers today;

And give us not to think so far away

As the uncertain harvest; keep us here

All simply in the springing of the year.

Oh, give us pleasure in the orachd white,

Like nothing else by day, like ghosts by night;

And make us happy in the happy bees,

The swarm dilating round the perfect trees.

And make us happy in the darting bird

That suddenly above the bees is heard,

The meteor that thrusts in with needle bill,

And off a blossom in mid air stands still.

For this is love and nothing else is love,

To which it is reserved for God above

To sanctify to what far ends he will,

But which it only needs that we fulfill.

The poem "If" by Rudyard Kipling has a euphony or harmonious quality that comes from its rhythmic meter, rhyme scheme, and the use of flowing language to convey the message of perseverance and self-discipline. The repetition of the word "if" throughout the poem adds to its melodic quality and emphasizes the conditional nature of the advice being given.

"Leaves of Grass" by Walt Whitman was first published in Brooklyn, New York in 1855. It was self-published by Whitman.

The primary hero in "Leaves of Grass" by Walt Whitman is the individual self. Whitman celebrates the dignity and worth of the common person, emphasizing self-reliance, democracy, and the interconnectedness of all humanity. His poetry extols the beauty of the individual and the spirit of democracy.

The poem "Ami" is included in the book "Gitanjali" by Rabindranath Tagore. It is a collection of poems that earned Tagore the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.

Zora Neale Hurston wrote fiction books to explore and celebrate the lives of African Americans, especially those living in the South. Her works aimed to give a voice to the experiences, culture, and folklore of black communities during a time when their stories were often marginalized or stereotyped in literature. Hurston's writing helped to showcase the richness and diversity of African American experiences.

While both poems celebrate the beauty of daffodils, Robert Herrick's "To Daffodils" personifies the flowers, urging them to live in the moment, reflecting the transient nature of life. On the other hand, William Wordsworth's "Daffodils" vividly describes the impact the sight of daffodils had on the poet, emphasizing the emotional connection to nature and the lasting joy it brings.

In "Godfather Death," Death is personified as a character who acts as a godfather to a young man, making decisions about who lives and dies. Death is depicted as a cunning and relentless figure who cannot be deceived or outwitted.

The spider is standing on a promontory (a point of high land jutting out over the sea) when the speaker sees it in the poem "A Noiseless Patient Spider" by Walt Whitman. The speaker relates this image to the spider's solitary and contemplative nature.

"If the World Was Crazy" by Shel Silverstein was published in his poetry collection "Falling Up" in 1996.