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Tormented by Guilt: Themes and Symbols in "The Raven"

This analysis of "The Raven" explores Poe's poem as an expression of guilt, loss of hope, insanity, and the torment of memory.
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Bridget's feedback:

"You've rounded up the motifs, themes, and symbols for your essay, giving you a good foundation to move into a deeper analysis. This current draft brings up a number of interesting observations, but often these claims aren't explored with enough reference to specifics from the text to become persuasive or coherent. For example, you write, "His punishment is immortality" (para. 3), a really interesting interpretation; can you keep examining this and help the reader understand how this is derived directly from the text? Another claim that should be similarly developed is that Lenore is the raven.

I notice your conclusion emphasizes guilt, but your introduction is more focused on other elements. All are relevant to your discussion, but I recommend framing the opening and closing in parallel terms so the reader has the tools to explore the body. Finally, do make sure to proofread (for example, "his dead leave [love]" in para. 1)."

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