JOURNAL ARTICLE

If I could hold a live raven in my hands, I would gift it to you instead of this poem.

  • Published In: Stinging Fly, 2025, v. 2, n. 52. P. 86 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kennefick, Victoria 3 of 3

Abstract

The main focus of the text is a poetic exploration of winter and its emotional and physical impacts, conveyed through vivid imagery and metaphor. The speaker reflects on the harshness and beauty of winter, likening it to the experience of intimacy and connection with another person. The poem contrasts the cold, sharp elements of nature with the warmth of human interaction, illustrating a deep bond formed amidst the starkness of the season. Through the use of nature imagery, the speaker expresses both vulnerability and resilience in the face of winter's challenges. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Stinging Fly. 2025/06, Vol. 2, Issue 52, p86
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:13935690
  • Accession Number:188385575
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