
Joyce Carol Oates Reads John Updike
The New Yorker: Poetry
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Exploring the Poetic Significance of Words
Delving into the impact of words like 'hammock' and 'dusk' in poetry, the speakers reflect on how seemingly ordinary words can carry profound meanings and emotions, shaping the essence of a poem. Through a detailed analysis of a specific poem, the conversation dissects the use of words like 'lie', 'time', 'light', 'nation', and 'furnace', emphasizing their role in constructing themes and imagery.
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