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   The moth, a symbol of fleeting existence, chooses to embrace the captivating fire despite its deadly consequences. In contrast, the speaker values longevity and stability. Compared to Marquis's other works, this poem reflects his exploration of existential themes and the tension between human desires and inevitable mortality.

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   Analysis: “the lesson of the moth”. “the lesson of the moth” is relatively simple in its narrative and diction. Unlike many of the modernist poetry that forms the basis of Archy’s poetic style, “the lesson of the moth” bears none of the complexity and occlusion associated with modernist works.

3. interestingliterature.com › 2017/05/10-of-the-best10 of the Best Poems about Insects – Interesting Literature

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   May 10, 2017 · Insects – flies, beetles, fleas, and the like – may not seem like an obvious subject for poetry, but in fact they’re flying and crawling everywhere in English verse, as this selection of ten of the greatest insect poems attests.

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   creations Don Marquis presents in “the lesson of the moth”? Research to find out about each creature’s habits and life span. Display your findings in a poster, and be ready to explain how the poem does—or does not—relate to reality. Does BEAUTY matter? How has reading these poems influenced your thoughts about beauty? Cockroach

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5. www.supersummary.com › the-lesson-of-the-mothThe Lesson of the Moth Symbols & Motifs - SuperSummary

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   The Lesson of the Moth. Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1927. A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. Download PDF. Access Full Guide.

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   Moths, with their ephemeral beauty and symbolic resonance, continue to inspire poets to create stunning works of art. From exploring themes of love, longing, and mortality to contemplating the human condition, these famous poems allow us to see the world through the delicate wings of a moth.

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   What does a moth symbolize in a poem?

   • All Poetry Analysis (ai): The poem juxtaposes the reckless pursuit of beauty with the mundane reality of life. The moth, a symbol of fleeting existence, chooses to embrace the captivating fire despite its deadly consequences. In contrast, the speaker values longevity and stability.

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   • The Lesson Of The Moth by Donald Marquis - Famous poems, famous poets. - All Poetry Analysis (ai): The poem juxtaposes the reckless pursuit of beauty with the mundane reality of life. The moth, a symbol of fleeting existence, chooses to embrace the captivating fire despite its deadly consequences.

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   Are insects a good subject for poetry?

   • By Dr Oliver Tearle (Loughborough University) Insects – flies, beetles, fleas, and the like – may not seem like an obvious subject for poetry, but in fact they’re flying and crawling everywhere in English verse, as this selection of ten of the greatest insect poems attests.

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   What insects do we get in this poem?

   • In this poem we get not one but three insects: an ant (‘emmet’), a beetle, and a glow-worm, which is in fact a kind of beetle. Not only that, but these are talking insects: the emmet confides that she has lost her children, and the bright glow-worm offers to light the way for her through the night, so she can recover them.

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   Is 'the flea' a metaphysical poem?

   • Like many great metaphysical poems, ‘The Flea’ uses an interesting and unusual conceit to make an argument – in this case, about the nature of physical love. Like Andrew Marvell’s ‘To His Coy Mistress’ (Marvell is another great Metaphysical poet), ‘The Flea’ is essentially a seduction lyric.

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   What is your enemy – the moth?

   • I am your enemy – the moth. They are only scrap for a furrier Even when chased by a fox Or trimming for a lady’s wrap. They may stop to kill a chicken. But before they end on a heap 20 Weasels like rabbits, too They are awful in the fields and streams. And go deep into the dark burrows.

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   1. How does the poem The Moth’s Plea present the moth’s life? [24 marks – 33 minutes] 2. The Moth’s Plea and Weasels both explore the lives of animals who are thought of as pests. Compare the ways in which the poets present these ideas.