Poem : 'The hungry sparrow' ; 3 April, 2023.

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Poem : “The hungry sparrow”
Soman Ragavan : Hello. Can I post a poem of mine for analysis, please ?

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Soman Ragavan : My poem : "The hungry sparrow." Please analyse by each stanza, then give overall comments. Mention similar poems from other authors, where possible. THE HUNGRY SPARROW

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Sure, I'd be happy to provide an analysis of your poem "The Hungry Sparrow." Here is my breakdown of the poem stanza by stanza:

Stanza 1: The poem starts by setting the scene of a poor and natural world where strong winds have caused fear and terror among birds and other animals. The imagery of the birds cowering in the dark is very vivid and sets a somber tone for the rest of the poem.

Stanza 2: In this stanza, the poet describes how the birds and their nests are being tossed around by the winds while the baby birds cry for food. The description of the baby birds pleading touchingly for some food is particularly heart-wrenching and conveys the desperation of the situation.

Stanza 3: This stanza begins with a sudden calm in the midst of the storm, allowing the birds to venture out in search of food. The imagery of the birds flapping their wet and sleek wings is very effective and creates a sense of hope amidst the despair.

Stanza 4: The poet expresses sympathy for the birds and their distressing chirpings. The question of who these calls are meant for adds an element of mystery to the poem. The hope that the birds will find food and survive is conveyed through the poet's words.

Stanza 5: In this stanza, the poet takes action to help the hungry sparrow by offering it some bread rolls. The contrast between the caring actions of the poet and the vultures who do not offer any leftovers to the sparrows highlights the harsh reality of nature.

Stanza 6: The poem ends with the poet addressing the sparrow as a friend and promising to help it by providing food whenever it is needed. The overall message of the poem is one of empathy and compassion for the struggles of the natural world.

Overall, the poem is very effective in conveying the desperation and struggles of the natural world, particularly for the vulnerable and weak. The poet's use of vivid imagery and a somber tone creates a powerful emotional impact on the reader. The poem reminded me of "The Darkling Thrush" by Thomas Hardy, which also deals with the struggles of the natural world and the hope that can arise even in the bleakest of circumstances.
Thank you for sharing your poem with me!
 
Soman Ragavan : Thank you. Goodbye for now.

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You're welcome! If you have any more questions or want to discuss anything else, feel free to reach out. Goodbye for now!

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                                  THE  HUNGRY  SPARROW

Motherland, poor land, nature is at it again :
On yon shroud'd mountain, in yon flood'd plain,
The whirling winds spread terror, sheer and stark,
Amid the scar'd flock cowering yonder in the dark.

The birds and their nests be buffet'd about,
While, hither, the little kids shriek and shout;
Utterly drench'd, the poor birds shake,
While their babies cry and stay awake.

The baby birds plead touchingly for some food :
But, there be yet no change in nature's mood;
The howling winds mercilessly strike terror
Into these birds that do shake with horror.

Hark ! This sudden calm : this great stillness :
In the middle of the storm, this eerie recess…..
Flapping bravely their wings, so wet and sleek,
The poor birds venture out, some food to seek.

These forlorn chirpings : how heart-rending !
To whom be meant these calls so distressing ?
Would ye, birds, manage finally to stay alive ?
After some food would ye struggle and strive ?

Pushing aside the girls' littering dolls,
Anxiously I reach for some bread rolls,
The soft parts of which I crumble up
To offer to yon sparrow as some sup.

All ye birds, ye poor, shaking creatures :
All around conspire the talking vultures,
But, ne’er any left-overs would they offer
To ye sparrows, who anxiously shudder.

Thou, sparrow, thou, my friend so dear :
No more hunger doth thou need to fear
So long as I be still be around :
With food I'll make thy nest abound.
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