THE FUNCTION OF SYMBOLISM IN POETRY (IN THE EXAMPLE OF "THE WASTE LAND" BY T.S. ELIOT)
Keywords:
symbolism, T.S. Eliot, The Waste Land, modernism, spiritual desolation, cultural decay, fragmentation, meaning, water, drought, fire, tarot cards, Fisher King, mythology, religion, literature, history, spiritual renewal, cultural disintegration, emotional resonance, multiple interpretations, mythological references, post-World War I, human condition, redemption, alienation, disillusionment, modern existence, renewal, despair.Abstract
The Waste Land is a highly symbolic poem that captures the
disillusionment and fragmentation of the early 20th century, particularly in the
aftermath of World War I. Through intricate symbolism, Eliot explores themes of
spiritual desolation, cultural decay, and the loss of meaning in the modern world. The
poem is fragmented in both structure and content, reflecting the chaotic, disjointed
experience of modern life. Key symbols in the poem include the waste land itself,
which serves as a metaphor for spiritual emptiness and cultural decline, and the
imagery of water and drought, symbolizing both renewal and deprivation. Fire, tarot
cards, and the Fisher King are other powerful symbols used to convey destruction, the
search for meaning, and the deep wound of contemporary humanity. These symbols
are drawn from a wide range of sources, including mythology, religion, literature, and
history, which Eliot employs to create a richly textured landscape that is both ancient
and modern.
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