In his poem "Ode to a Nightingale," John Keats uses powerful, distinct symbolism and imagery. The nightingale, for instance, is interpreted by many to be a symbol of Keats' poetic inspiration and satisfaction. This symbolism can be seen by the vivid descriptions Keats hives the nightingale. However, the nightingale is definitely not the only item of symbolism in "Ode to a Nightingale." In a short piece of art, Keats apparently has mastered using many different …showed first 75 words of 1304 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1304 total…metaphors embedded into "Ode," John Keats has created a very strong, enchanting poem. Although it is probably based on how he felt at that time, it is one poem that everyone else can relate to - the desire to escape into something or somewhere more desirable. [1,288 words] Works Cited Cooper, J.J. Brewer's Book of Myth and Legend. Oxford: Helicon Publishing, 1993. Keats, John. "Ode to a Nightingale." Retrieved from: http://www.bartleby.com/126/40.html. 13 August 2003.