JOURNAL ARTICLE

Vanitas Painting.

  • Published In: New Contrast: South African Literary Journal, 2025, v. 53, n. 208. P. 23 1 of 3

  • Database: Africa Studies Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tulsi, Aadhiya 3 of 3

Abstract

The article presents a poem that explores themes of personal growth, the passage of time, and the complexities of adulthood. The speaker reflects on the challenges of transitioning from childhood to adulthood, emphasizing the emotional and physical labor involved in shedding old identities and routines. Through vivid imagery, the poem conveys a sense of nostalgia and the bittersweet nature of aging, as the speaker grapples with changes in themselves and their relationships. Ultimately, the poem captures a search for meaning and connection amidst the inevitable changes of life. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New Contrast: South African Literary Journal. 2025/03, Vol. 53, Issue 208, p23
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1017-5415
  • Accession Number:187804951
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