Perfecting Poetry: Rosemary Dobson - Over the Hill

This video provides an in-depth analysis of Rosemary Dobson's poem 'Over the Hill', focusing on its themes, structure, and literary devices.

What themes are explored in Rosemary Dobson's poem 'Over the Hill'?

How does the structure of the poem reflect the concept of life?

What does the title 'Over the Hill' symbolize in the context of the poem?

How does the poem use metaphor to convey the Workman's perspective on challenges?

In what ways does the Workman in the poem represent the working class in Australia?

Analyze the use of alliteration in the poem and its effect on the reader.

What role does the motif of hills play in the poem?

What does the Workman's attitude towards life reveal about his character?

Discuss the significance of the sunset imagery in the poem.

What does the Workman's action of lighting his pipe symbolize in the context of the poem?