Classic and Contemporary Poetry

FISHERMEN, by WILLIAM STANLEY MERWIN            Poem Explanation     Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: When you think how big their feet are in black rubber
Last Line: We lay wreathes on the sea when it has drowned them
Alternate Author Name(s): Merwin, W. S.
Subject(s): Boats; Fishing And Fishermen; Food And Eating; Seashore