Part one of term paper
The poem Black Marigolds, by E. Powys Mathers, is rich with imagery. The imagery used in the poem, reflects the raw emotions of the poet. His feelings are of great tragedy due to the loss of his love and recent imprisonment. As the poem advances, the poets' tone progresses to a passage of great despair. He realizes that his fate lies in d ...

Part two of term paper
... flower pollen." This suggests her tenderness and delicate manner. She seems to omit a certain glow and gentleness that he cherishes. A single touch from her "flower soft fingers" makes him feel alive, and whole. She was torn from his life, but he feels blessed for even experiencing that love. The poet refers to her as "The whitest pouring of eternal light." She was like a small shaft of light pouring into the dark room of his life. A reoccurring image is found quite often throughout the poe ...