Perfecting Poetry: T.S. Eliot - The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock - Lines 55-69

This video is part of the Perfecting Poetry series, focusing on analyzing lines 55 to 69 of T.S. Eliot's 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock.' It explores the poem's allusions, the overwhelming question, and Prufrock's self-perception. The lesson delves into metaphors, imagery, and applies psychoanalytic criticism to understand Prufrock's emotions and fears. The video concludes with a preview of future lessons.

How does Eliot's use of visual imagery contribute to the themes of the poem?

What does Prufrock's fixation on women's arms reveal about his character?

What role does psychoanalysis play in interpreting Prufrock's character?

In what ways does Prufrock's anxiety manifest throughout the poem?