Chapter- 5: Aunt Jennifer's Tiger by Adrienne Rich Word Meanings Prance : walk or move around with high springy steps. Topaz : a bright yellow coloured stone. Denizens : here, an animal that lives or is found in a particular place. Sleek : elegant. Chivalric : being courteous esp. to women, an act of a gentleman. Ordeals: extremely severe tests or experiences. Prancing : to move around proudly. Fluttering : to move in quick, irregular motions as if being agitated Background of the Poem The poem deals with the oppression of women in a male-dominated society . Aunt Jennifer is a married woman who suffers from fear, pressure, and lack of freedom . She expresses her hidden desire for freedom and confidence through the tigers she creates in her embroidery. The poem contrasts Aunt Jennifer’s helpless life with the bold and fearless tigers in her artwork. Summary Introduction to Aunt Jennifer Aunt Jennifer is a married woman who appears to be living under pressure ...
Background of the Poem Poet: Robert Frost The poem was written during a period when industrialization and urbanization were growing rapidly. It highlights the economic struggles of poor rural people . Frost criticizes the neglect of villages by the rich and the government . The poem reflects the widening gap between urban prosperity and rural poverty . It conveys the poet's sympathy for the villagers and questions society's idea of development. Detailed Summary of The Roadside Stand The poem begins with the description of a small roadside stand built by poor villagers beside a busy highway. The villagers display fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, and homemade products for sale. They hope that travellers from the cities will stop and buy their goods, bringing them some much-needed income. The stand represents the villagers' dream of improving their financial condition through honest hard work. However, most city people pass by without stopping because the...