The word "separation" is familiar to everyone. Fate-villain sooner or later breeds relatives and friends in different cities and countries. So it was before, it will always be so. Life is unpredictable. Even the great Russian poet had to experience the sorrow of separation, which he wrote about in a poem of the same name. And now many schoolchildren are wondering how to analyze Pushkin’s poem “Separation”. Well, let's look at the main points of this assignment.
What to look for?
When analyzing each work, it is worth being guided by the generally accepted plan, which will help highlight all the important points that the author wanted to say about, in our case, A.S. Pushkin. The poem "Separation", the analysis of which we will conduct, was written in 1817. The following plan will help evaluate and understand it:
- Description of the content. The description of the content should include information on the creation of the work (indicate the root cause that inspired the writing). It is also necessary to write about the main topic, idea and genre of the poem.
- Writing technique. Rhyme, rhythm and style - these are the things you should not forget to mention.
- Images and own attitude to the read material. If there are certain elements in the poem that have special meaning, they must be indicated. It is important to write about your attitude to the work.
Now an analysis of Pushkin’s poem “Separation” according to plan can be easily and quickly written. So let's get started.
Content and Technique
As mentioned above, Pushkin wrote the poem "Separation" (an analysis of which we have already begun) in 1817, when his studies at Tsarskoye Selo Lyceum came to an end. During this time, the poet managed to find many true friends. He was betrayed by his comrades and appreciated friendship, lifting it to a pedestal. When the study came to an end, the poet was greatly depressed by the fact of the impending separation. Especially parting with Kuchelbecker, who during his studies managed to become for Pushkin not just a friend, but almost a brother. The first version of the title, the work sounded like this: “To Küchelbecker”. Only a few years later, editing his work, Pushkin changed the name.
The time has come for parting, and for the last time everyone is listening to his work. So Pushkin begins his work (the poem "Separation"). An analysis of this statement can be emphasized in the following lines: “The last time in the shadow of solitude my penitent listens to my verses.”
Then the poet addresses his pen companion directly and wishes him happiness, urging him to know that there is true love and freedom. Pushkin as a lyrical hero makes a promise to remain faithful to a friendly brotherhood. He says that regardless of events, he will remain faithful to his comrades.
To express emotions, the poet uses multiple metonyms, metaphors and personifications in the work. The work itself was created using a four-foot iamba with alternating covering and cross rhymes.
Final word
Pushkin was very sensitive. The poem “Separation,” an analysis of which is presented in the article, is direct evidence of this. He is very worried about graduation, uses the word “last” several times in the work to emphasize the tragedy of the moment. There is a quiet light sadness, a little despair and unlimited hope that everyone will remain faithful to the partnership.
Today it’s hard to find a person who appreciates friendship as much as Pushkin. I would perceive other people's victories as my own, and in the troubles of everyday cold I would remain faithful to my words and promises. Therefore, you should take an example from the poet and never give up your comrades and your promises.