1. Intense Themes in
Youth has been accurately defined as life that has thus far been untouched by tragedy. Before the fight, the child embraces many youthful characteristics; after, many life lessons of love and hatred. ... Initially, he trusted life and the emotions of love, but after exploring a world so uncaring and dangerous, he finds life harder to accept. Poetry expresses many ideas, emotions, and themes, through the words of the poet. The title of the poem, "Blues-, binds these powerful themes together through the universal meanings of the color blue. ...
- Word Count: 595
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: Undergraduate