The poem suggests that "notic[ing]" and delighting in nature is a meaningful way to spend one's life.

'Afterwards' by Hardy reflects on his desired legacy, hoping to be remembered for his deep connection to nature's beauty. Summary · Themes · Structure · Literary Devices

17 мая 2023 г. · “Afterwards” is written from the perspective of a speaker speculating about the aftermath of his own death.

In the first three verses, the natural detail involves some sort of movement, of travelling. Hardy describes his death as a shutting of the back-door on life, ...

The poem hinges upon the speaker-poet's careful observation of natural phenomena and expression of them in images of beauty, contrasted with the prosaic and ...

Оценка 5,0 (2) The tone of the poem is more wistful than bitter: the speaker wants to be remembered, but is afraid that he'll be forgotten entirely. More specifically, he ...

21 июн. 2024 г. · "Afterwards" by Thomas Hardy is a poignant reflection on how we might be remembered after our death, weaving together themes of nature, memory, ...

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AFTERWARDS p.87. In "Afterwards" Hardy reflects on what people may say of him after his death, and represents them remembering him for his love and ...

This poem reflects on the enduring legacy of an individual after their passing. The speaker questions how their neighbors and acquaintances will remember them.