The Figure of the Animal in Modern and Contemporary Poetry

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The book examines the relationship between poetic thinking and the empathetic understanding of animals, focusing on the works of Marianne Moore, Elizabeth Bishop, Ted Hughes, and Les Murray. Through detailed analyses of sound, rhythm, simile, metaphor, and imagery, it highlights how poetry fosters a unique sensitivity towards non-human creatures, revealing the deeper connections between language and our recognition of other beings.