What are some examples of similes in poetry?

What are some examples of similes in poetry?

Similes are comparisons using 'like' or 'as'. For example, in Robert Burns' poem, he writes, 'My love is like a red, red rose.'

Can you give me more examples from different poets?

Sure! In 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, he uses the simile, 'Like a traveler in the woods.' Another example is from 'A Dream Deferred' by Langston Hughes, where he says, 'Like a raisin in the sun.'

What effect do similes have in poetry?

Similes create vivid imagery and help readers relate to emotions or concepts by linking them to familiar experiences.

Are there any famous poems that don't use similes?

Yes, many famous poems rely on metaphors or other literary devices instead. For instance, T.S. Eliot's 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' uses rich imagery without similes.