1. Dylan Thomas
Thomas's florid view of the world around him is quite apparent in his extensive description and tendency to labour the point in his poetry. ... Also within the poem there is a satirical contradiction in terms, "..its statue an aviary". ... Though mentioned earlier as being exuberant I think this poem is an illustrious example of poetry, which possesses the ability to be both qualities. ... Florid also isn't a suitable word to describe Thomas's poetry. ... However, his poetry is extremely obscure in both senses of vagueness and obscurity. ...
- Word Count: 2553
- Approx Pages: 10
- Grade Level: High School