Exploring the poem 'Vixen' by W. S. Merwin and reflections on nature and life

The chapter discusses the poem 'Vixen' by W. S. Merwin, focusing on the relationship between humans and animals, particularly a fox, and the contemplation it sparks about our connection to nature and life. The use of the word 'vixen', potential romantic nuances in the poem, and the introspective journey of the human speaker after encountering the fox are highlighted, along with a mention of another poem 'Everything Must Go' by the same speaker.