Question

television what is the message of this poem? in short​

Answer 1

The poem is a long one but very simple in language and form. It follows rhymed Iambic tetrameter lines throughout the poem with no stanza division. The poet has capitalized the important portions – especially where he talks about the undesired consequences of watching television.

Answer 2

‘Television’ is a famous Dahl poem that advises and inspires to read books, instead of watching the television. This has been one of the most relevant poems of our time, and applies equally well to today’s obsession/addiction to mobile devices.

The poem takes a comic look at a serious problem among young children and young adults, warning us of the dangers of watching television excessively. TV robs our minds of the power of imagination and creativity.

He advises us to read books, as that enables us to discover deeper levels of joy, find greater fulfillment in life, and open an universe of new, exciting worlds.

The poem is long, consisting of 94 lines, following rhymed Iambic tetrameter lines throughout with no stanza division.

Dahl capitalized the important portions – especially where he talks about the undesired consequences of watching television

Dahl was a man who lived through a period of great many inventions, including that of television. He is not so excited by all such so-called progress and development of the human race.

In characteristic style, Dahl’s aim is both to entertain and edify his readers – young and old alike.