Reading Responses to a Poem (Prospice)



Abstract

This study deals with the concept of death represented in the poem “Prospice” written by Robert Browning. This study highlights form, content and language of the poem and the way literary devices assists in reflecting the concepts in the poem.

Reading Responses to a Poem (Prospice)

Introduction

“Prospice” is a poem written by Robert Browning, the word “Prospice” is Latin for "look forward" (Browning, 2003, p.47). This poem is a reflection of a man's perception about death. Browning is one of the masters in the art of expressing their thoughts, with a range and diversification in ideas ...