Question

Analyze the poem by explaining how it reflects Romanticism. As you explain your reasoning, use examples from the poem as your support.

Answer 1

A narrow Fellow in the Grass
Occasionally rides-
You may have met Him- did you not
His notice sudden is-

The Grass divides as with a Comb-
A spotted shaft is seen-
And then it closes at your feet
And opens further on-

He likes a Boggy Acre
A floor too cool for Corn-
Yet when a Boy, and Barefoot-
I more than once at Noon
Have passed, I thought, a Whip lash
Unbraiding in the Sun
When stooping to secure it
It wrinkled, and was gone-

Several of Nature's People
I know, and they know me-
I feel for them a transport
Of cordiality-

But never met this Fellow
Attended, or alone
Without a tighter breathing
And Zero at the Bone-

Answer 2

I read the poem but I dont understand it

Answer 3

Do you know that the "narrow fellow" referred to is a snake? That might help you in your analysis. (If you didn't already know that) :)

Answer 4

I didnt know thanks:)

Answer 5

@LeeEtchison could you give me an example of what Romanticism is??

Answer 6

Sure just a sec

Answer 7

The primary concepts explored during the Romantic Period included nature, myth, emotion, symbols, and ideas about the self and individualism. A common theme was respect for nature. They often use figurative language. The importance of sensation and feelings is also a major theme. A good example of a romantic poem is http://www.logopoeia.com/novalis/hymns.html
Does that help at all? :)

Answer 8

It is rather hard to read that poem without laughing, I'll admit. It is a good example-almost a caricature- of romanticism, though.

Answer 9

Thanks so much

Answer 10

No problem, glad to help. ^_^