"Not Waving But Drowning"
When a person first read the poem "Not Waving But Drowning" by Stevie Smith they might think that it is just a simple portrayal of an accident, a person drowning. However after reading the poem a number of times and carefully examining each lines it is easy to find the symbolism, the hidden meaning behind this poem. The inconsistent narrations give a clear idea of several sides of the story and making it easier to understand. With the passers-by and the main character's different point of views it is effortless to uncover a more profound meaning of this poem and why the main character is "Not waving but drowning."
This poem not just about a man who is simply drowning but actually about a man who is committing suicide due to his loneliness. The poem starts right away with which seems like the end because it is describing the main character drowning. However, with the incident being presents first it gives way to questions of why that person is dying and......

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Title: Not Waving But Drowning
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