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Episode 1: Seamus Heaney, Digging

Poetry For All

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Exploring Sound and Contradiction in Heaney's Poem

This chapter examines the intricate use of sound and assonance in Seamus Heaney's poem, particularly through the contrasting imagery of 'snug' and 'gun.' It reveals how the poet transforms violent connotations into a more nuanced meaning, showcasing the power of words and their resonances.

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