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Patterns of Fabric

Visual media can add a lot to the meaning of a work as a whole. Amy Lowell’s poem “Patterns” is one of her most famous works. Artwork inspired by this poem assists in the understanding of themes being conveyed. The … Continue reading

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The Inconsistencies Between the Real Life and the Poetry of Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes was an African-American poet in the 20th century who was incredibly inspirational and influential to a lot of African-Americans, specifically those living in impoverished urban communities such as Harlem in New York.  Hughes was a part of the … Continue reading

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The Change in Tone in the Poetry of Sharon Olds

Sharon Olds is known for her scandalous subject matter and fearless writing style. In a majority of her poems she writes about feelings of love, pain, grief, and self discovery as they pertain to her relationships with her parents and … Continue reading

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