Question

In 'A Poem for Mother', Robin S Ngangom deploys (uses) the figure of the Mother both as

a metaphor ( symbol) and as a looking glass (mirror). Discuss. In 800 words!
English Hons 1st year​

Answer 1

A Poem for Mother is written by the very famous Robin S Ngangom. This poem is a tribute to the mother of the poet.

Explanation:

• He describes how it has been so tough for him to leave his mother and the house he had lived in all this time.
• He also describes his childhood days that he was his mothers favourite and every girl wanted to talk to him.
• He also remembers what advice his mother gave him how money and trees should be taken care of.
• He also mentions his mother carrying a basket from the market to home.
• He also asks for his mother's forgiveness since he has learnt nothing from her.
• This poem highlights how the poet is struggling to find a balance in his life and his mother's life was his ideal now he wishes to have learnt more and wants to be with his mother.

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