I have been a long fan of poetry, several years, I love to rhyme and plan out how each poem could connect rhythm-wise. With that as well I have a long love for horror with such mixture I've come to the conclusion of loving Edgar Allan Poe's work. One of my most favourite as done by him is "The Raven", signifying memories. On how the raven repeated and repeated reminiscence of a never-ending remembrance of the perfect maiden Lenore. How his lonesomeness and solitude proceeds him to talk to the raven. How seemingly the raven responds, with such the conversation deepens. Playing upon our memories of our past in which we cannot choose but to remember. I admire how the poem was written and its symbolism for remembrance and unmotivation. How nothing can burn his fire once more.
Why is the text written in the way it is?
The text is written in a way that suggests its repetitive nature. The way in which feels a long for someone; with such on how none can spark a light within us. As such we are then to feel the emotions of Poe whilst writing this poem. Inspired by horror as well a dwindling feeling of melancholy can be felt.
Hi Axle!
ReplyDeleteWow, what an insightful blog post. I think you did an amazing job explaining what 'The Raven' is about. I like how you included this sentence: "playing upon our memories of our past in which we cannot choose but to remember". Thanks for including the link to 'The Raven' too.
I found your post very enjoyable to read and think about.