Memories are made significant by Hardy in order to create an
image in the reader’s mind of what exactly he was going through. The memories
are also important as they make use of vivid imagery, symbolism and
personification. With each memory told, Hardy is successful in establishing or
creating a picture for the reader. Thus, a greater understanding of the
relationship of Hardy with Emma is achieved. The image of a “dry March” is
contrasted with the present image of rain. The rain could refer to Hardy’s
tears of sadness over the death of Emma.
Therefore, memories are considerably relevant and important
factors present in most of Hardy’s poems. They give the poem a story-like
effect and Hardy uses it to establish a connection or link between his past and
present life. The memories when reflected upon enable not only for the reader
to get an insight of Hardy’s past, but also enables Hardy to eventually come to
terms with the death of Emma. He learns to accept her loss and his mistakes and
feelings of guilt by remembering the bittersweet memories they had together.
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