Question

What is the theme of the poem woodman spare that tree

Answer 1

n the poem the tree seems to represent the larger passage of time, the poet remembers playing with the tree and seeking its shelter in childhood. He recall moments in his for which the tree was a lip sealed witness. It is not only the tree which is about to be axed but the flashback of the memories that were igniting inside his mind. He connects the tree with family, with innocence and he feels angry that these sentiments are not respected. The tree has given them shelter and survived in storms and asked nothing in return.

Answer 2

In the poem the tree seems to represent the larger passage of time, the poet remembers playing with the tree and seeking its shelter in childhood. He recall moments in his for which the tree was a lip sealed witness. It is not only the tree which is about to be axed but the flashback of the memories that were igniting inside his mind. He connects the tree with family, with innocence and he feels angry that these sentiments are not respected. The tree has given them shelter and survived in storms and asked nothing in return.