JOURNAL ARTICLE

HELEN OF TROY PLANTS NEAR THE MAILBOX.

  • Published In: Puerto del Sol, 2023, v. 58, n. 2. P. 58 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ZOCCOLA, MARIA 3 of 3

Abstract

This article, titled "Helen of Troy Plants Near the Mailbox," is a poem written by Maria Zoccola and published in Puerto del Sol. The poem explores the speaker's desire for a plant that can thrive despite neglect and symbolizes a life that can survive the challenges of motherhood. The speaker reflects on the difficulties of pruning the negative aspects within oneself and expresses a sense of remorse for being a destroyer of even the hardiest of vines. The poem also emphasizes the importance of greenery and the will to live, with references to nature and the beauty of blooming plants. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Puerto del Sol. 2023/09, Vol. 58, Issue 2, p58
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0738517X
  • Accession Number:176134142
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