The book describes these stanzas as 'Personals' in a classified section. It reminded me of a dating website. Yet, this poem makes it sound as if they are selling themselves. They are so desperate for a companion they make themselves sound appealing. Which does not really describe the real person someone is. I find the structure of this poem interesting. It begins with the question "Can someone make my simple wish come true?" Then, it ends that stanza with "Do you live in North London? Is it you?" After that, each stanza alternates ending between those two questions. Except, the last two stanza repeat "Do you live in North London? Is it you?" This repetition definitely creates a desperate tone.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
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maybe eHarmony should use this poem in their commercials
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