The Pool by Hilda Doolittle (1919)
The narrative revolves around a woman's introspection and emotional turmoil following her husband's death. She grapples with the loss of her partner and the disintegration of their relationship. The story explores themes of grief, loneliness, and the complexities of human emotions.
By Hilda Doolittle · First published 1919 · Genre: Imagist Poetry, Modernist Poetry, Symbolism · 28 words
First lines
Are you alive?
I touch you.
You quiver like a sea-fish.
I cover you with my net.
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The Pool is listed on Textopian as a poem by Hilda Doolittle, dated 1919 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Hilda Doolittle
- Date: 1919 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Imagist Poetry, Modernist Poetry, Symbolism
- Length: 28 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Imagist Poetry — The work exemplifies imagist poetry through its vivid imagery and concise language.
- Modernist Poetry — The poem reflects modernist themes of ambiguity and introspection.
- Symbolism — The use of symbols such as the 'sea-fish' and 'net' suggests deeper meanings beyond the literal text.
Tags
Modernist poetry · Symbolic language · Stream-of-consciousness narrative · Inner monologue · Imagery-rich prose · Nature imagery · Water symbolism · Emotional introspection · Psychological complexity · Lyrical style · Free verse · Experimentation with form