Your Breath was Shed by Dylan Thomas
The narrative revolves around a young man's struggle with his own identity and sense of belonging. He grapples with the complexities of growing up, feeling disconnected from his family and community. The story explores themes of alienation, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world. The protagonist's inner turmoil is reflected through his interactions with others, showcasing his difficulty in forming genuine connections. His relationships are marked by superficiality and emotional detachment, mirroring his own feelings of isolation. Throughout the narrative, the author employs vivid imagery and poetic language to convey the protagonist's emotional state. The use of symbolism and metaphor adds depth to the story, inviting readers to interpret the themes and motifs in their own way. Ultimately, the narrative presents a nuanced exploration of the human condition, highlighting the struggles and contradictions that define us all.
By Dylan Thomas · First published 1946 · Genre: Poetry, Modernist, Lyric · 83 words
First lines
Your breath was shed Invisible to make About the soiled undead Night for my sake,
A raining trail Invisible to them With biter's tooth and tail And cobweb drum, A dark as deep
My love as a round wave To hide the wolves of sleep And mask the grave.
Vision and Prayer
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Your Breath was Shed 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, Lyric, Surrealism, Symbolism
- Length: 83 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter, characteristic of poetry.
- Modernist — The themes of existentialism and complex imagery align with modernist literary movements.
- Lyric — The personal and emotional expression in the text is typical of lyric poetry.
- Surrealism — The use of dream-like and fantastical imagery suggests surrealist influences.
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Poetry · Classic · Wales · Literary · Symbolic · Imagery-rich · Emotive · Exploratory · Existential · Philosophical · Autobiographical · Stream-of-consciousness