In the context of “poetry” Eliot writes, “But I know that a poem or a passage of a poem, may tend to realize itself first as a particular rhythm before it reaches expression in words, and that this rhythm may bring an idea and the image”. Eliot’s poetry deals with the depth of life and yet is so interesting and delightful. This poetry can also be called “pure poetry” in good sense of term. Eliot’s poetry when read with genuine interest and curiosity has an immediate appeal and attraction for its readers. Eliot does not parade his modern scientific imaginary. Modern and metaphors are uses without any deliberation or artificially as the experiences of the present urban life seem to have saturated his sensibility, and are felt by him quite naturally, just like the odor of rose. One of the reasons of power of attraction in Eliot’s poetry is its realistic character which is presented in exact sound and phraseology. “Morning at the window”, through a short poem of only two stanzas, has its own individuality and immense appeal. Eliot pictures the “morning” of a typical crowded city with numerous hotels and restaurants.
Assistant Professor, Department of English, Marwari College, Ranchi
