Winter Swans Flashcards
Give a summary of Winter Swans
“A couple are walking along together, in a brief patch of good weather after two days of rain, and come across…”
…..some swans. The couple have had an argument, bet the sight of the unity of the swans causes them to reunite.
“a show of tipping in unison.”
Winter Swans
Moving together - metaphor for unity
Caesura = end-stopped line = the break in tension, it has finally been lifted by the sight of the swans.
“like boats righting in rough weather.”
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Nautical imagery + simile =Symbolises the couple overcoming challenges in their relationship.
“like a pair of wings settling after flight.”
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Simile = image of unity, their hands have joined and mirrored the swans.
“silent and apart,”
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Pathetic fallacy = unsettled weather reflects the un-settled phase in their struggling relationship.
