Lindsay Ellis reads "The Danger of Writing Defiant Verse"

The video discusses Dorothy Parker, a renowned satirist and icon of the 21st century, focusing on one of her love poems. The poem contrasts a new love with an old one, highlighting the new lover's devotion and willingness to sacrifice. However, it concludes with a reflection on the new lover's shortcomings, revealing a sense of dissatisfaction.

What themes are explored in Dorothy Parker's poem?

How does the speaker compare the new love to the past love?

What emotions does the speaker express throughout the poem?

In what ways does the speaker describe the new love's character?

What literary devices does Dorothy Parker use in her poem?