The emotive aspect of the poem is expressed through the 1st and 2nd person perspective. ... This moment of despair continues when the persona uses features such as colloquial language in the quote "why the hell am I even here, what's the purpose". ...

• Word Count: 654
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Furthermore, Hardy hints at a sense of isolation through his use of emotive language; "from the darkening land in tones to travelers" The 'darkening land' creates a lonely and dark tone, creating mystery and a sense of unknowing as the reader is not made aware of where the travelers are going. ...

• Word Count: 545
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: Undergraduate