The picture is complete, even including the weather. A few clouds, in a mostly sunny sky, are wafted along by the same breeze which causes the swaying of the daffodils. The reader is invited not only to see the picture, but also to feel the warmth of the sun and the gentle breeze against his skin. W ords may seem a limited medium for presenting sensory information. However, as these few examples illustrate, skillful poets can use words so that they do more than merely describe.
Poets can use language which enables the reader to see, hear, and feel.
The reader shares the experience. Ms. Maddox is a sophomore majoring in Early Childhood Education.