Perfecting Poetry: T.S. Eliot - The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock - Lines 70-86

This video is part of the Perfecting Poetry series, focusing on analyzing lines 70 to 86 of T. S. Eliot's 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock.' It explores Prufrock's isolation, existential dread, and use of imagery, including zoomorphic and visual elements. The lesson contrasts Prufrock's internal crisis with tranquil imagery and discusses his fears and hesitations. The video concludes with a reflection on Prufrock's struggles and the overarching themes of the poem.

Analyze the contrast between the tranquil image of the afternoon and the lonely crab in the poem.

How does T. S. Eliot use zoomorphic imagery to convey Prufrock's emotional state?

What does Prufrock's reference to 'tea and cakes and ices' imply about his social interactions?

What fears does Prufrock express regarding his relationships and social life?