Question

with reference to the poem what kind of life did nicholas nye have before he was too old to serve

Answer 1

The poem is a tale of affection between the poet and a donkey.

The poet reminds himself of his youth when he had glowimg skin and energetic spirit in his hands and legs.

The poet laments on how he lost the best years of his life in loafing around meaninglessly without any purpose.

He admits that he was careless and irresponsible in his youth.