in the poem the eagle The poet has personified both the sea and the bird in the poem. Pick out the words and phrases in the poem which
suggest that and explain the context.
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What are the metaphors in Tennyson's poem "The Eagle"?
Tennyson uses lush and vivid language to powerfully communicate the image of the eagle clutching the crag in its "crooked hands" far above the "wrinkled sea" that "crawls." The choice of words,...THE EAGLE
"The Eagle" is a nature poem that describes eagles as a symbol of power. Do you agree? Discuss.
The eagle is the active figure in the poem and seems to possess the power of choice in addition to an implied power to destroy. In these ways, the eagle may be said to be presented as a symbol of...THE EAGLE
What is the theme of "The Eagle" by Alfred, Lord Tennyson?
Alfred, Lord Tennyson’s poem “The Eagle” uses imagery to portray the king of the skies: the eagle. Tennyson traveled in the Pyrenees where he often saw eagles circling overhead. The beauty of the...THE EAGLE
What is the theme of the poem "The Eagle" by Alfred Lord Tennyson?
One of the prominent themes in this poem is that even the most majestic of creatures (including people) have limitations. In poetry and literature, the eagle is often a symbol for majesty, power,...