Poetry and Words

In poetry, the author’s careful choice and arrangement of words enable reader to form an impression of the speaker and to decide on the level of knowledge and experience that the speaker possesses. Poetry depends solely on the speaker to describe the events, feeling, and to convey ideas to the readers. In addition, some knowledge about the speaker can help the reader to interpret and understand the poem. This essay will examine the speakers …

…of the during his conversation with emissary represents his treatment of the late duchess as nothing more a object of his desire. He doesn’t consider her to be deemed at the same level as him because of his social economic status of a duke. Towards the end, the reader realizes how evil this person could be. For example, the duke tries to negotiate another marriage after he orders the killing of his former wife.