... unobtainable. Another comparison made by Larkin is between his desire for isolation and modern society's desire for material goods. He is uncomplimentary towards these people suggesting that they are shallow in their desires. In contrast, he elevates and justifies his own desires by portraying the natural world as meaningful ... reader to skim quickly over the words. The single syllables used in 'sharp shoes' portrays these material possessions as tacky and to lack meaning. The people in the town are describes as being a 'cut-price crowd' and 'simple' . These derogatory terms convey Larki...

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