Poetic+Devices+Used

by Thomas Lawless Go Home  In "(bottle tower)" the most used poetic device is imagery. It is used in almost every line since Harvey images to convey her meaning. Harvey also uses iambic pentameter throughout the poem giving it a methodical pace to the poem when read. Alliteration is also used throughout the poem as seen in the line “the grass starts to smell like the sea.” The alletiration gives the poem a sense of connection throughout the lines. With alliteration, imagery, and iambic pentameter Harvey creates a lasting impression with her poem. 