Poem to Go: Relic by Ted Hughes
"Relic" is renowned for its evocative depictions of nature and its inhabitants. This poem offers a glimpse into the harsh reality of marine life, reflecting on the cycle of life and death that unfolds beneath the surface of the sea. Hughes uses imagery and metaphors to portray the sea as a place of constant struggle and survival. Instructions for introducing the poem to students: Contextualise the Poem: Start by...