Carl Sandburg's poem 'Chicago' delves into the city's robust industrial landscape and working-class resilience. It employs literary devices like free verse, personification, and rich imagery to portray Chicago as a living entity, confronting its vices while celebrating its virtues. The poem stands as a symbol of hard work and the American spirit, reflecting the city's capacity for growth and renewal amidst adversity.
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Sandburg's use of free verse in "Chicago" reflects the dynamic nature of the city
Symbolism of Chicago's roles
Sandburg's personification of Chicago as a "Hog Butcher," "Tool Maker," and "Freight Handler" symbolizes the city's industrial prowess
Comparison to a fighter and an animal
Sandburg's use of similes in "Chicago" emphasizes the city's tenacity and energy
The vivid imagery in "Chicago" paints a picture of the city's landscape and its resilient spirit
"Chicago" explores the theme of power and resilience through its depiction of the city as a formidable entity and its inhabitants as hardworking and determined
The poem highlights the symbiotic relationship between the people and the city, with their pride and determination shaping Chicago's identity
Sandburg's work celebrates the American urban ethos through its portrayal of Chicago as a symbol of hard work, determination, and the indomitable spirit
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Publication year of 'Chicago'
1914 - Year Carl Sandburg's poem 'Chicago' was published.
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Poem's structure
Free verse - No regular meter or rhyme scheme, mimicking natural speech.
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Sandburg's portrayal of the city
Vibrant, resilient - Despite crime and corruption, Chicago is depicted with pride and vitality.
