Sunday, March 2, 2008

Title- The title 'The Great Bird of Love' seems very peaceful and majestic. It made me want to read this poem.

Paraphase- Paul Zimmer wants to become a bird that is a sign of good and peace. He wants to not be harmful and create a picture of calmness

Connotation - There is a lot of imagery that makes the poem even more majestic. The poem was very vivid and alive to me because of the descriptions.

Attitude - Zimmer wants to be a sign of peace and a beautiful bird with love. This poem made me feel very peaceful and relieved.

Shifts - There are no shifts in the poem. The whole has the same peaceful tone.

Theme - The theme is that Zimmer wants to be harmless and a good image for the people.

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