ricgwrd Cory poem 1

Question

whats up with all the knightly metaphors in the poem ? Why does the collective "we" refer to Richard Cory as royalty ?

Asked by Gabby R #555159 on 9/26/2016 11:12 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/26/2016 11:29 AM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/26/2016 11:29 AM

The metaphors illustrate Cory's appreance. He is different.... stately, king like..... a gentleman. He is unlike the "people on the pavement".