Pomegranate (Fruits)
POMEGRANATE (FRUITS) by D.H. Lawrence: A poetic exploration of the pomegranate fruit and its symbolism in literature and culture.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1923 · Genre: Poetry, Modernist, Symbolism · 319 words
First lines
You tell me I am wrong. Who are you, who is anybody to tell me I am wrong? I am not wrong.
In Syracuse, rock left bare by the viciousness of Greek women, No doubt you have forgotten the pomegranate-trees in flower, Oh so red, and such a lot of them.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Modernist, Symbolism
- Length: 319 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — D.H. Lawrence is mainly known for his poetry, he uses evocative imagery and symbols to create a vivid picture. 'POMEGRANATE (FRUITS)' also uses such techniques commonly associated with poetry.
- Modernist — D.H. Lawrence was a part of the Modernist literary movement, and these influences are present in the book through its exploration of consciousness and complexity of thought.
- Symbolism — The titular 'POMEGRANATE (FRUITS)' is used as a symbol in the poem, which is a characteristic of the Symbolism genre.
Tags
nature · fruit · symbolism · sensuality · life · death · fertility · growth · seasons · mythology · desire · transformation