A Process in the Weather of the Heart
The narrative revolves around a young man's introspection and emotional turmoil following a personal loss. His inner world is characterized by a struggle to reconcile his feelings with the harsh realities of life. The story explores themes of grief, guilt, and the complexities of human emotions.
By Dylan Thomas · First published 1946 · Genre: Poetry, Modernist, Philosophical · 225 words
First lines
A process in the weather of the heart / Turns damp to dry; the golden shot / Storms in the freezing tomb.
A weather in the quarter of the veins
Turns night to day; blood in their suns / Lights up the living worm.
A process in the eye forewarns / The bones of blindness; and the womb / Drives in a death as life leaks out.
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A Process in the Weather of the Heart is listed on Textopian as a poem by Dylan Thomas, dated 1946 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Dylan Thomas
- Date: 1946 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Modernist, Philosophical, Symbolism, Nature
- Length: 225 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing poetic devices such as metaphor, imagery, and rhythm.
- Modernist — The themes and style reflect modernist concerns with fragmentation, existentialism, and the complexity of human experience.
- Philosophical — The poem explores deep philosophical themes such as life, death, and the cyclical nature of existence.
- Symbolism — The use of symbolic language and imagery conveys deeper meanings beyond the literal text.
Tags
Poetry · Autobiographical · Memoir · Literary Fiction · Coming-of-age · Self-discovery · Emotional Journey · Psychological Insight · Inner Turmoil · Existential Crisis · Philosophical Themes · Symbolism