The River Merchant S Wife

Ever read a poem and felt like you were peeking into someone's soul? Ezra Pound's "The River-Merchant's Wife" is like that, but with a twist of history and a whole lot of emotion. It's about a woman's life, her love, and her longing for her husband, all told through beautiful, vivid pictures painted with words. We're going to unpack this poem bit by bit, exploring how Pound put his own spin on the original story and what makes it such a powerful read, even today....