English Notes Latest Questions

What are the poetic devices/figures of speech used in the poem All things bright and beautiful?

What are the poetic devices/figures of speech used in the poem All things bright and beautiful?

1 Answer

    1. Repetition: The use of the same word or phrase multiple times. For example the repetition of the word “all”.
    2. Metaphor: A common poetic device where an object in, or the subject of, a poem is described as being the same as another otherwise unrelated object. For example, “glowing colours”
    3. Personification: A poetic device where animals, plants, or even inanimate objects, are given human qualities. For example, “the river running by”, “each little birds that sings”.

    All things bright and beautiful Summary

     

You must login to add an answer.