Unlocking the Poem

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Unlocking the Poem provides a path toward understanding that any motivated student can follow. Using this book, students will develop the ability to connect with any poem they may encounter by following a simple progression of steps. The way to understand a poem is to get to know it as itself, rather than as an example of poetic technique. Unlocking the Poem treats each poem as an independent literary event, just as it was written. Discussion of literary elements begins only after the student has fully explored the poem with his or her eyes, ears, feelings, and mind. Featured Poems include: "Sonnet 23" by William Shakespeare "A Bird came down the Walk" by Emily Dickinson "The White City" by Claude McKay "The Armadillo" by Elizabeth Bishop "Aubade" by Philip Larkin Also included: The STUDENT SUPPORT section provides complete answers and explanations for each exercise. The TOOL BOX is a comprehensive guide to key terms and concepts covered throughout the text. Show more