The snow drifts into hills of white.
The imprints of his lonely plight
Lie deep beneath the fallen snow,
Lost to all but those who know
The truths that spurred this venture forth
From warmer pasts to its present course,
The words, the deeds, the thoughts untold—
The love that lost to a heart too bold.
Reflecting hues of the starless night,
The snow drifts into hills of white.
In 3-5 sentences, identify and explain at least two stylistic devices that the poet uses to add interest and meaning to the poem.
(as a seventh grader)
1 answer
The poet uses imagery to paint a vivid picture of the snow-covered landscape, creating a sense of isolation and loneliness. The description of the snow drifting into hills of white and the imprints of the character's "lonely plight" evoke a feeling of melancholy and solitude. Additionally, the repetition of the phrase "The snow drifts into hills of white" at the beginning and end of the poem adds a sense of closure and reinforces the theme of loss and longing.