what is the poetic device in the poem piano and drums by gabriel okara

he died in 1999

The poem "Life in Our Village" was written by the Nigerian poet Gabriel Okara, who is from Nigeria.

"Spirit of the Wind" by Gabriel Okara is a poem that explores the theme of change and the impermanence of life. The speaker meditates on the transient nature of existence, comparing it to the fleeting nature of the wind. Through vivid imagery and metaphorical language, Okara conveys a sense of nostalgia and reflection on the passage of time. Ultimately, the poem suggests that like the wind, life is unpredictable and constantly moving forward.

No he did not have a poor upbringing because his father was a businessman. Also, he attended good schools in Nigeria and even in abroad.