JOURNAL ARTICLE

BOXED IN.

  • Published In: Puerto del Sol, 2026, v. 60, n. 2. P. 127 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: RUTH, MEL 3 of 3

Abstract

The poem "Boxed In" explores the contrasting contents and meanings of two boxes owned by the speaker and their father. The father's box contains various types of ammunition, each designated for different animals and purposes, reflecting knowledge about hunting and self-defense. In contrast, the speaker’s box holds food items and treats, symbolizing nourishment, care, and domestic life. Through these parallel descriptions, the poem highlights themes of survival, protection, and the different ways individuals relate to the world around them. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Puerto del Sol. 2026/03, Vol. 60, Issue 2, p127
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0738517X
  • Accession Number:192189593
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