A well written poem may be read numerous times without losing its freshness because each word has been carefully chosen for both its literal and implied meanings. No words are included that do not add extra dimensions to the meaning of the poem. By critically examing the poem "Richard Cory", we can see that the poet, Edwin Arlington Robinson, has used effective diction to create a contrast which focuses reader attention on one aspect of human behavior: appearances do not always reflect a true picture of man's
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