"Night climbed the horizon like a cat on the prowl;

Question

It’s breath was the wind that began to howl,
The piercing stars were its ravenous eyes,
Eclipsing the light to reveal its guise."

How does the poet use personification?

Answer 1

The poet uses personification by describing night as climbing the horizon like a cat on the prowl, and giving it breath and eyes. This makes the night seem like a living, breathing entity with intentions and characteristics.