In-Depth Poem Analysis: Explore Sylvia Plath’s poignant portrayal of motherhood, loss, and longing in “Child.”
Key Themes Covered:
The intensity of motherhood and the desire to protect a child from the complexities of life
The tension between innocence and the inevitable loss of it
Plath’s exploration of fear, helplessness, and the unbearable weight of responsibility
Literary Devices & Techniques: A detailed breakdown of metaphor, imagery, and personification to explore the emotional depth of motherhood and the desire for innocence
