1. Critical Essay
He finds Housman has a big emphasis on youth, when the joy in someone's life is most intense. ... It begins with a vivid response to the sensuous joy of the moment expressed in the symbols of love, friendship, spring, and above all, youth.? ... Macklem believes we have recognized a modern version of pastoral elegy, seen in the spring of the year and in the youth of man. ... Housman's use of pastoral shows the connection of youth and love, joy and beauty and war and death. ...
- Word Count: 535
- Approx Pages: 2
- Grade Level: High School