Poetic Devices Explained: COMPARISONS (Definitions, Examples, and How to Use Them).

Poetic Devices Explained: COMPARISONS (Definitions, Examples, and How to Use Them).

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English, Other

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the role of comparisons in poetry, focusing on similes and metaphors. It explains how similes use 'like', 'as', or 'than' to compare, while metaphors transform objects without these words. The video discusses the power of metaphors and how poetry can deceive to reveal deeper truths. Examples from poets like Robert Burns, John Updike, and Rilke illustrate these concepts, emphasizing the importance of seeing the world differently through poetry.

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