In the Poem “Richard Cory, by Edwin Arlington Robinson reveals how the nature of self-interests can blind a person from understanding the true nature of someone’s identity. Richard Cory was the main character to the poem, which according to a small town was admired by many for that he lived an admirable, wealthy life. Because of the appearance that was displayed and the small acts that was presented by Mr. Cory, his life according to the townspeople was perfect. But as the poem ends, Richard Cory suddenly ends his own life with one bullet to his head, surprising anyone he has met. Although someone may appear to be happy and content because their status of wealth, appearances can be deceiving.
Immediately as the poem is introduced, Robinson …show more content…
Robinson used this specific poetic element because Cory’s wealth itself symbolised both greed and narcissism that blinded Cory and the townspeople the influence money had on them. In line 3, the speaker's stated, “He was a gentleman from sole to crown”. The crown itself symbolizes both power and wealth he had over the community unknowingly. For the speakers (or community) to describe Cory as a “gentleman” would imply that he presents himself professionally in a manner which can be respected. By obtaining respect and power would reveal the individual has control not only over his life, but for many other people he is embodied with. The wealth can be interpreted in this poem that to the people he did not let greed or the act of control control his morals and treat the people unfairly. Instead, he chose to greet each individual he met as he strolled through downtown. Although, through his acts and presentation Cory was able to fool those who thought that he knew him into thinking everything was ok, but because the community continued to let the symbolism of greed blind them the appearance of Cory was never truly
Immediately as the poem is introduced, Robinson …show more content…
Robinson used this specific poetic element because Cory’s wealth itself symbolised both greed and narcissism that blinded Cory and the townspeople the influence money had on them. In line 3, the speaker's stated, “He was a gentleman from sole to crown”. The crown itself symbolizes both power and wealth he had over the community unknowingly. For the speakers (or community) to describe Cory as a “gentleman” would imply that he presents himself professionally in a manner which can be respected. By obtaining respect and power would reveal the individual has control not only over his life, but for many other people he is embodied with. The wealth can be interpreted in this poem that to the people he did not let greed or the act of control control his morals and treat the people unfairly. Instead, he chose to greet each individual he met as he strolled through downtown. Although, through his acts and presentation Cory was able to fool those who thought that he knew him into thinking everything was ok, but because the community continued to let the symbolism of greed blind them the appearance of Cory was never truly