Author(s)

Qianqian Sun

Corresponding Author

Qianqian Sun

Abstract

In this paper, the author discusses the poem from four aspects, including the research background and significance, the form, the contents, as well as the conclusion. The author will also analyze the atmosphere of the poem, the rhyming scheme and the rhetoric methods of the whole poem. The objective of this paper is to analyze the early poetic features of Byron by trying to understand On the Death of Margaret Parker, Cousin to the Author. In this way, we can understand the emotional flow of the poet at the death of his cousin, the relationship between the two persons and the early life experience of George Byron. As for the research method, the author uses analysis and synthesis, together with induction and deduction. The conclusion of this paper is: In the poem, Byron applies the ABAB rhyming scheme with iambic suppression, alliteration, personification, pun, metaphor, repetition, and contrast and comparison. From some images, including wind, zephyr, evening and flowers, it can be seen the emotion between Byron and his cousin is very deep. Through some important words, including the king of terrors, heaven, god and angels, it can be seen that when the poet is young, he is a firm Christian with strong beliefs.

Keywords

George Byron, Background, Rhyming scheme, Rhetoric methods