"The Jaguar" by Ted Hughes delves into the subject of captivity and the strength of inherent wildness. Originating from Hughes" first collection of poems, "The Hawk in the Rain", published in 1957, the poem juxtaposes the indifference displayed by zoo animals against the unyielding spirit of the jaguar. Composed with vivid imagery, the poem grapples with themes such as freedom, captivity, and the power of the natural...