Poetry is one of the most powerful ways to convey an idea or opinion. Through vivid imagery and compelling metaphors, a well written poem allows the author to instill the feelings he or she feels in the reader. The poem "Dulce et Decorum Est," an anti-war poem by Wilfred Owen, makes great use of these devices. This poem is very effective because of its excellent manipulation of the mechanical and emotional parts of poetry. Owen's use of exact diction and vivid figurative language emphasizes his point, showing that war is terrible and devastating. Furthermore, the utilization of extreme…
