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What is the theme of the poem the poison tree?

What is the theme of the poem the poison tree?

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  1. The defining theme of the poem is anger and its consequences. The poem is structured around two contrasting narratives that involve the same emotion. It highlights how anger is expressed differently. In one exhibit, the speaker is angry with a friend and in another, he is angry with a foe. Through the medium of this simple to understand poem, Blake successfully delivers the message that if anger is not dealt with appropriately and in a healthy manner, it can lead to destructive and even fatal consequences.

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