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“Death of a Young Son by Drowning” by Margaret Atwood

The poem dives into the depths of parental grief
Posted on May 1, 2017 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Margaret Atwood’s earthy poem, “Death of a Young Son by Drowning,” perfectly captures the life-altering heartache that comes after the loss of a child. Atwood’s words are abundant in texture, and her similes are bitingly accurate. This lends the poem … Continue reading →

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