After the Funeral by Dylan Thomas
The narrative revolves around a family's grief and guilt following the death of their patriarch. The story explores themes of mortality, loss, and the complexities of human relationships within the family unit.
By Dylan Thomas · First published 1953 · Genre: Poetry, Elegy, Modernist · 488 words
First lines
(In memory of Ann Jones) / After the funeral, mule praises, brays, / Windshake of sailshaped ears, muffle-toed tap / Tap happily of one peg in the thick / Grave's foot, blinds down the lids, the teeth in black,
The spittled eyes, the salt ponds in the sleeves, / Morning smack of the spade that wakes up sleep, / Shakes a desolate boy who slits his throat / In the dark of the coffin and sheds dry leaves, / That breaks one bone to light with a judgement clout,
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After the Funeral is listed on Textopian as a short story by Dylan Thomas, dated 1953 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Dylan Thomas
- Date: 1953 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Elegy, Modernist, Symbolism, Pastoral
- Length: 488 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse, utilizing poetic devices such as imagery, metaphor, and rhythm to convey its themes.
- Elegy — The poem serves as a lament for the deceased, reflecting on themes of mourning and remembrance.
- Modernist — The style and themes align with Modernist literature, characterized by complex imagery and a focus on individual perception.
- Symbolism — The use of symbolic language and imagery to convey deeper meanings is prevalent throughout the work.
Tags
Poetry · Funeral · Mortality · Death · Loss · Grief · Elegy · Lamentation · Melancholy · Sorrow · Regret · Longing