POETRY: The Sower (Appreciation)
The Sower
Q. Write a poetic appreciation of the poem ‘The Sower’.
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Answer:
"The Sower" is a translation of Victor Hugo's
poem, Saison des Semailles: Le Soir. Who was a celebrated French poet and
novelist. It is translated by Toru Dutt. The title itself is symbolic,
representing the figure of a Sower a man who scatters seeds on the land, The
poet captures the timeless image of a solitary farmer, sowing seeds optimistic
of having a good harvest every time he tosses grain under the fading light of
day, portraying him as a beacon of resilience and hope as he has seen many bad
harvests in his life.
The central theme of the poem highlights the unwavering
determination of the Sower, who, despite the encroaching darkness, continues
his labor with a steadfast spirit. The poem celebrates the dignity of labor
and the enduring hope that the Sower places in the seeds he plants, trusting in
the unseen future.
It is a narrative poem. the language in the poem is rich and evocative which Special features the vivid imagery that brings the scene to life. For instance- in line “Black and
high, his silhouette“, This depicts the lone figure of the sower, standing out
against the evening sky.
The poetic devices used in the poem are metaphors alliteration,
repetition and personification. For instance, in line- “Shadows run across the
lands” This creates a visual image of the sower’s shadow stretching across the fields
as if they are moving. The rhyme scheme of the poem is ‘abab’
The poem’s tone is both reverent and optimistic, as it belies
us to keep making efforts despite our failures. "The Sower" imparts a
timeless message of persistence and determination.
I like the poem as it reminds us the importance of hope. It also
teaches us the value of hard work and faith in the future, even when the
outcome is uncertain.
Glossary of words.
- Solitary (Adj) : Alone; without companions.
- Reverent (Adj): Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
- Resilience (Noun) : An ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adjust easily
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