Question

"On Another's Sorrow" by William Blake. And can he who smiles on all Hear the wren with sorrows small, Hear the small birds grief & care, Hear the woes that infants bear, And not sit beside the nest Pouring pity in their breast; And not sit the cradle near, Weeping tear on infants tear; How do these poetic devices contribute to the meaning of the poem?

Answer 1

Answer:

Poetic resources show that there is a sensitivity even in those who do not.

Explanation:

Poetic resources show that there is a sensitivity even in those who do not. That's because the author uses metaphors and a strong figurative language to show that even the people who smile at everyone are prone to sadness and crying and feeling disgust, even if no one knows. With this, the author shows that human beings will encounter sadness in their paths and that everyone will have a strong sensitivity when subjected to it.